Sydney is a city full of fun theatrical performances for kids - there is always something good on show - and checking out a kids' show in Sydney is a great way to keep kids entertained, give them a taste of culture, and get them giggling and dancing away.

Catching a show at one of Sydney’s iconic locations is the perfect way to immerse your kids in all things dramatic, so we’ve rounded up the best kids' shows in Sydney to catch this year - enjoy!

The Best Kids' Shows in Sydney in 2025

1. ACO Families: Carols on the Pier – A Magical Christmas Concert for Families

Sing along to your favourite festive tunes at ACO Families: Carols on the Pier, a joyful Christmas concert for the whole family at the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s harbourside home in Walsh Bay.

Featuring ACO musicians and the Luminescence Chamber Singers, this 50-minute performance blends classic carols with world-class live music. Families can also enjoy free Christmas craft activities, seasonal treats, and stunning harbour views, making it a truly magical holiday outing for kids and grown-ups!

Where:   Australian Chamber Orchestra, ACO Pier 2-3, 13A Hickson Road, Dawes Point
When:   Thursday 18 - Monday 22 December 2025
Cost:     Tickets $49 pp. Babes-in-arms FREE on a parent’s lap.

2. Where is the Green Sheep?

Can you piece together the clues to find the elusive green sheep? Where is the Green Sheep? is a stage adaptation of the beloved Australian picture book written by Mem Fox. If you haven't yet introduced your kids to the book, full of playful rhyme, engaging rhythm, and vibrant illustrations - get your hands on a copy before the show. It's a lighthearted tale aimed at children aged 2-7 years old.

In the stage show, audiences are taken on a journey through the different sheep characters (like the near sheep, far sheep, moon sheep, and car sheep) from the book. The green sheep remains missing until the very end, encouraging audience participation as you search for clues.

Where:  Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
When:   10 - 21 December 2025
Cost:     From $29 per person | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions

3. Pirates Love Underpants!

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail on a hilarious quest in Pirates Love Underpants, based on the bestselling book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort. It’s a swashbuckling, underpants-loving adventure for the whole family, filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold!

This summer, join a party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest! Dodge hungry crocs beneath Long-John Bridge, bob upon the waves of Big Knickers Bay, spot sharks in fancy underpants and trek across Three Pants Ridge. Ideal for children aged 2+.

Where:  Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
When:   4 - 12 January 2026
Cost:     From $49 per person | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions

4. Rothar

Come on a bicycle ride through the imagination with Rothar! In the little bike shop at the end of town, a world of adventure awaits. With gorgeous design, brilliant physical comedy and the power of play, discover where creativity can take us. 

Miquel and Moisés arrive for work in a bicycle repair shop, which quickly becomes a workshop of their imagination. Adventures follow the two boys as they create scenarios, spark joy and transform everyday objects from their small bike shop to imaginatively travel to places they can only dream of. Ideal for children aged 4+.

Where:  Playhouse, Sydney Opera House
When:   14 - 18 January 2026
Cost:     From $39.95 pp | $8.95 booking fee applies to all transactions

5. Kids' Puppet Shows at Puppeteria

With The Little Mermaid, The Three Little Pigs, Who’s New at the Zoo, Pinocchio, The Sleeping Beauty, and plenty more, Puppeteria Theatre is the home of the best kids' puppet shows in Sydney! They perform a huge line-up of classic tales throughout the year. Perfect for entertaining little ones or a unique school holiday adventure.

Designed for kids of all ages who love the magic of puppetry, come along for laughter, music, theatrics, and, did we mention puppets!? Tickets for Puppeteria's shows can be booked by visiting TryBooking.

Where:     Puppeteria Theatre, 12H Denawen Ave, Castle Cove
When:      All year-round | All shows start at 10:30 am
Cost:        Adults: $16 | Children: $14 | Under 12 months FREE

6. Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty

Think your kids wouldn’t sit through a ballet? Think again! Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty brings the beloved fairytale to life with glowing costumes, dazzling lights, and stunning dance — all in a family-friendly 60-minute show.

This magical production blends classical ballet with high-tech brilliance to create a visual feast that will wow audiences young and old. Perfect for ages 5+, it’s a spellbinding introduction to the world of dance.

Where:   York Theatre, Seymour Centre, Cnr City Road & Cleveland St, Chippendale 
When:    On select dates until Saturday 8 November 2025
Cost:      $45 - $79 per ticket

7. Back to the Future: The Musical

Great Scott, it's coming! Adapted from the beloved film, Back to the Future: The Musical follows teenager Marty McFly as he inadvertently travels back to 1955 in a time machine invented by the eccentric Doc Brown. To return to his own time, Marty must ensure his parents fall in love, navigating the challenges of the past to secure his future.

Making its Australian premiere, the award-winning production brings the iconic 1985 film to life with electrifying performances, innovative stagecraft, and a time-travelling car.

Will they make it back to the future in time?

Where:    Sydney Lyric, 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont
When:     From Friday 26 September 2025 until 2 January 2026
Cost:       From $89 pp

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