Family holidays
Must do
Easter school holidays
It's not too late to plan a great family holiday in NSW over Easter. The Easter school holidays run from 6 - 20 April and, across NSW, there are plenty of things to do and places to stay. Find out what's on offer right now at holiday parks, beachfront resorts and country guesthouses.
Family hoildays
There are plenty of things to do, top attractions and great holiday destinations around NSW for the whole family at any time of the year.
Make sure you don't miss the Easter school holidays in Sydney. It's a great time of the year when the country comes to the city for the much-loved Sydney Royal Easter Show from 5-18 April. Take the kids to the show for the first time or, continue the tradition, and watch wood chopping and whip-cracking, the Grand Parade, rodeos, motocross events and much, much more. Kids of all ages love the rides, the show bags, the prize-winning animals, the working dairy and farmyard nursery. Other Sydney attractions not to miss over Easter are Taronga Zoo, Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Harbour, best enjoyed on a jet-boat for maximum fun.
Beach holidays are always popular with kids - check out holiday deals around NSW and you're guaranteed a fun-packed beach holiday on the North or South Coast. Do something different and take the whole family on a cycling trip in the Blue Mountains, enjoy a horseback adventure in Country NSW, or paddle a kayak with only dolphins for company. In NSW you can see wildlife at firsthand - on a whale-watching cruise, in national parks, on a rainforest walking trail and in wildlife parks. A great way to get around NSW is by train. Check out CountryLink's great deal where kids can travel for just $1.
Caravan & camping
Whether you want to stay in a cabin or caravan, or pitch a tent, holiday parks are a great option for families. With lots of fun activities on site like playgrounds, swimming pools and jumping pillows, find a holiday park to suit your family today.
Animals in the wild
New South Wales is home to many rare and endangered animals unique to Australia. Take the kids to see them in the wild or in zoos and sanctuaries around the State.
Family drives
There are plenty of short drives in NSW that will help you avoid the kids’ endless questioning “are we there yet?” With a bit of planning, you can choose some short drives packed with entertaining things to see and do for the whole family.
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Australian Longboard Surfing Open The Tweed Area, North Coast, Kingscliff
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***The Australian Longobard Surfing Open features surfing competitions suitable for a range of abilit...
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- Thursday 21 March
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Woolgoolga Curryfest
Coffs Harbour Area, North Coast, Woolgoolga
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***Woolgoolga Curryfest is a signature event which celebrates the cultural diversity of the area and ...
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- Sunday 28 April 2013
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Murrumbateman Moving Feast
Yass Area, Country NSW, Murrumbateman
Tantalise your taste buds with the Murrumbateman Moving Feast, a roving degustation of fine local wines matched with delicious tasting plates. The Mur...
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- Saturday 6 October
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Casino Beef Week
Lismore Area, North Coast, Casino
As Casino Beef Week approaches its 30th anniversary it is one of the most widely known and popular regional festivals with an average of 20,000 crowdi...
www.casinobeefweek.com.au- Additional Information
- Saturday 19 May
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Hyne Tumbafest
Tumbarumba Area, Snowy Mountains, Tumbarumba
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***Your complete festival experience - Tumbafest is an exciting weekend celebration of food, wine and...
www.tumbafest.com.au- Additional Information
- Monday 25 February
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Hunter Valley Wine and Food Month
Hunter Valley, Hunter, Cessnock
The Hunter Valley invites you to join them in a month long celebration. Visit the Hunter Valley throughout June to taste and smell freshly pressed oli...
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Batlow Apple Blossom Festival
Tumut Area, Snowy Mountains, Batlow
Celebrate the arrival of spring in Australia's most renowned apple growing region at the Batlow Apple Blossom Festival. Food, market stalls, live musi...
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- Saturday 20 October
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Kiama Rugby Sevens
Kiama & Shellharbour, South Coast, Kiama
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***Now in its 40th year the Annual Kiama Rugby Sevens will be held at the Kiama Showground. The Kiama...
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- Monday 25 February 2013
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Wings Over Illawarra
Kiama & Shellharbour, South Coast, Albion Park
*** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***Modern and vintage aircraft will take to the skies above the Illawarra Regional Airport during the...
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- Monday 6 May 2013
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5 Lands Walk
Central Coast, North Coast, Avoca Beach
The 5 Lands Walk is a moderately easy walk that follows the spectacular Central Coast coastline for nine kilometres from MacMasters Beach to Terrigal ...
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- Saturday 23 June
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