Looking for events and markets for kids in Penrith & Nepean? There is a decent spread on right now: a Santa visit, fire engine rides, a monthly market and a family fun day. Here is a simple way to sort them into a plan that suits your crew.
Festive outings
Roolu lists eight events in the area at the moment, and several lean festive. Santa's Arrival at Westfield Penrith and Carollers at Panthers are the obvious picks if your kids are already counting down to Christmas. Check the organisers for times, whether you need a ticket and how long the queues tend to be.
Hands-on and low-key
- Fire Engine Rides at the Museum of Fire in Penrith suit vehicle-mad kids.
- The Quiet Morning at the Museum of Fire sounds like the gentler option. Ask the museum what it involves, especially if your child finds crowds and noise hard.
- Write Out West Family Fun Day is a family day out in Penrith. Check the organiser for activities and which ages it suits.
- Collector Con in Penrith is likely to appeal to older kids with a collecting habit, so check what is on offer first.
- Archie Brothers are doing free balloon animals at Westfield Penrith, an easy add-on if you are already at the shops.
Markets and a meal
Jordan Springs Monthly Market is the listed market in this area. Check the organiser for the next market day and what stalls will be there. Roolu also lists Kids Eat Free at Kelly's Bar + Kitchen at Panthers Penrith. Ask the venue about the conditions, such as how many kids per adult and which days it applies.
Planning your day
- Most of these are in Penrith itself, so you can often fit two into one trip.
- Book or buy tickets with the organiser where they ask for it. We do not list prices here.
- Pack water, snacks and a hat, and go early if your child is not a fan of crowds.
- Parking near shopping centres and clubs can fill up on busy days, so allow extra time.
We are still adding events from Emu Plains, Glenmore Park and the rest of the Nepean, so check back soon. The events and clubs below link to the latest details, and the organisers' own pages are always the final word.
