26/09/2026
Are the school holidays here and the dreaded phrase "I'm bored" already looping around your house? π₯± Donβt panic! You don't need to drive an hour into the city or spend a fortune to keep the kids entertained.
We set a challenge to find the absolute best family days out within exactly 10 kilometres of Bungarribee. From free reptile shows and retro markets to high-flying tree adventures, we have 6 epic spots and events to fill your October calendar!
π Check out the quick guide below to plan your local holiday fun! π
π Quick Holiday Event Guide
1. Western Sydney Junior Ropes Course (Eastern Creek)
What: Four custom-designed aerial tracks built specifically for kids aged 3β7 with a continuous safety system.
When: Open every day of the school holidays.
Parent Tip: Wear enclosed shoes! Morning sessions fill up fast, so booking online is essential.
Book Here ; https://treetopsadventure.com.au/location/nsw-western-sydney/
2. Free Kids Entertainment at Lone Pine Tavern (Rooty Hill)
What: Free 2-hour kids' session featuring live reptile encounters, science experiments, and magic shows.
When: Tuesday, September 29th at midday.
Bonus: Free Kids Club (mini-discos and colouring) every Saturday and Sunday afternoon in October.
3. Blacktown Markets & Record Fair (Prospect)
What: A nostalgic morning out at the iconic Skyline Drive-In featuring vintage vinyl, retro toys, food trucks, and fresh churros.
When: Sunday, October 4th.
4. Cartoon Dave Workshop (Blacktown)
What: A hilarious, "no-rules" drawing workshop for creative kids aged 7β12, hosted by TV's "Cartoon Dave" Hackett.
When: Wednesday, October 7th at 2:00 PM.
Where: Max Webber Function Centre. (Tickets required via Eventbrite).
5. Bungarribee Park Playground
What: A reliable, free fallback option featuring one of the biggest playground towers in Sydney, exciting flying foxes, and free electric BBQs.
6. Sydney Zoo (Bungarribee South)
What: World-class, incredibly pram-friendly zoo with zero stairsβthe easiest zoo walk you will ever do with toddlers.
π¬ Drop a comment below telling us which of these 6 spots your kids would love the most! Don't forget to tag a Bungarribee or Blacktown parent who needs to see this, and hit SUBSCRIBE / FOLLOW for more local secrets!