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Thursday 22 May 2025 | 10am – 1pm | Shellharbour Civic Centre
Families with young children are invited to celebrate connection, culture, and community at Shellharbour Communities for Children’s KidsFest Picnic and Play Day, part of KidsFest Shellharbour 2025.
Presented by Shellharbour Communities for Children in collaboration with Shellharbour City Council and KidsFest Shellharbour the event will be held on Thursday 22 May from 10am to 1pm at the Yirran Muru Playspace, Shellharbour Civic Centre.
This free event is designed especially for children aged 0–5 years and their families.
This year’s KidsFest theme, “Connecting to Country – Growing Peace & Trust,” links with the United Nations International Year of Peace and Trust, and will be brought to life through an exciting program of hands-on activities that celebrate children’s curiosity, culture, and creativity.
Families can expect more than 25 engaging experiences, including:
- Aboriginal cultural activities to foster understanding and connection to Country
- Storytime sessions, bush craft, loose parts play, art and craft
- Music-making, nature play and sensory experiences
These experiences are designed to inspire play and learning that families can recreate at home. All families attending will receive a free swag bag, including a storybook to take home.
Finally, for the first time in 2025, KidsFest Picnic and Play Day will also feature:
- A dedicated sensory space hosted by Big Fat Smile, supporting children with diverse needs
- A free vaccination clinic thanks to Healthy Cities Australia in partnership with NSWHealth
- Expanded Aboriginal Cultural Activities, strengthening connection to local knowledge and Country.
