Family-friendly events on the North Shore this August

Preschoolers’ bush scramble 

A family-friendly bushwalk through Willoughby bushland down to Middle Harbour, where guides will speak about the whale migration happening out at sea. Closed shoes and hats are essential. Free. 

When: August 19, 10am – 11:30am

Where: Entrance of Clive Park, Sailors Bay Road, Northbridge

Lego at Stanton 

A drop-in Lego playgroup each Friday afternoon at Stanton Library for kids aged three to 12. Free, Lego provided. 

When: Fridays, 3pm – 4:30pm

Where: 234 Miller Street, North Sydney

Mimosa Family Fun Day

A family-friendly fair run by Mimosa Public School P&C. Expect a dunk tank, obstacle courses, disco for the kids, second hand book store, market stalls and live music. Entry $5 per person. 

When: August 15, 11am – 4pm

Where: Mimosa Public School, Frenchs Forest

North Sydney Olympic Pool reopening weekend

After a long wait for locals, North Sydney Olympic Pool reopens on August 7. Entry for the opening weekend is free. 

When: August 7

Where: 4 Alfred Street South, Milsons Point

Riding around Ryde

On the third Saturday of each month, the Sydney Live Steam Locomotive Society sets up miniature tracks to ride around West Ryde. Booking required to enter the site ($6 adults, $3 kids) and train rides are $2.50 each.

When: August 15, 1pm – 4pm

Where: Corner of Anthony Road and Betts Street, West Ryde