School Holidays
Discover science and culture through a diverse program of interactive workshops for kids aged 5 to 12 years at the Australian Museum these school holidays!
School holiday activities at the Australian Museum
Are you looking for fun things to do with the kids in Sydney during the school holidays? The Australian Museum (AM) offers a range of educational activities to keep your kids entertained. Discover free family-friendly drop-in activities and ticketed events for a memorable day at the Museum.
In celebration of the AM's newest exhibition Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and the release of STUDIOCANAL's Paddington in Peru (in cinemas 1 January 2025), enjoy fun Paddington-themed activities. Mark your calendars for 7 January when Paddington visits for the day and Hintze Hall transforms into the perfect lunch spot for the Teddy Bears' Picnic with Paddington! Grab a Paddington In Peru-themed lunchbox filled with picnic treats available for pre-order here.
The AM is open every day of the school holidays, with free general entry! Only a short walk from Museum and St James train stations, and new Gadigal Metro station, the AM is easy to get to, and there is paid parking nearby for a visit whether it's raining or a sunny day out.
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Ticketed programs
Drop-in activities
Teddy Bears' Picnic with Paddington
Date: Tuesday 7 January, 2025
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Hintze Hall
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
To celebrate the release of STUDIOCANAL's Paddington in Peru (in cinemas 1 January 2025), bring your favourite teddy bear to the Museum for picnic fun in Hintze Hall. Tuck into your favourite treats brought from home, or purchase a Paddington in Peru-themed lunchbox filled with healthy snacks, a marmalade sandwich, drink and activity booklet. Keep an eye out for our special guest Paddington, as he wanders the Museum throughout the day!
Paddington’s Peruvian Trail
Date: Monday 2 December 2024 - Friday 31 January 2025
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Museum-wide
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
Paddington has come to see Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru before he flies home to visit his Aunt Lucy. Unfortunately, he has lost his travel kit and needs your help to find it.
Collect a free trail card from the Admissions Desk and start exploring the Museum following Paddington’s Peruvian Trail. Complete the self-guided trail and be in the chance to win fun prizes!
