Thursday 10 June 2021 was recently the best day to experience snow play in the upper Blue Mountains. Please note: When visiting the Blue Mountains to see snow, please keep in mind that locals still need to use the roads. Taking the train up is a good option, as roads become congested. Wear plenty of…
Our Blue Mountains Term 3 Classes Guide is ready and full of wonderful local classes! After a couple of weeks of uncertainty, these active and creative classes will help your child stay connected and learn something new this term. There are so many fun and educational activities on offer in the Blue Mountains for Term…
Within the limits of the current NSW Health regulations, we have a few COVID safe ideas for the school holidays that you can do at home and locally to save your sanity and make your holidays fun and memorable. Click on the links below to access all of the content. With so many holidays cancelled,…
We have compiled a long list of ideas, links and fun activities for kids to help inspire you and your family during these long days at home. We hope that you find new and exciting things to do so that you might find ways to enjoy this extended time at home. Something Physical Online exercise…
What’s On these Winter School Holidays in and around the Blue Mountains? We have an amazing bunch of local activities, programs, workshops and experiences to keep your kids and teens entertained the whole school holidays! Blue Mountains School Holidays: Winter 2021 Centennial Glen Stables, Kanimbla ValleyThe Joan, PenrithPenrith Regional GalleryZoom Therapy ServicesLMAP Mini Olympics Kids…
The rare once or twice in a lifetime pink flannel flowers in the Blue Mountains is an exquisite insight into the miracle of renewal and hope after devastation. The Blue Mountains pink flannel flower exhibition will only be on for another couple of weeks so take the opportunity to view this rare spectacle before they…
School Holiday Activities Blue Mountains The Summer school holidays are almost upon us! We have plenty of excellent Summer school holiday activities in the Blue Mountains that will keep your children active, boost their confidence and engage them in memorable experiences. We are very excited to tell you all about these fantastic opportunities that are…
Are you looking for ways to keep your family cool this Summer? Where can you find water play fun in and around the Blue Mountains that is free or low cost? We have scoped out the best places in and around the Blue Mountains to take your family this Summer for water fun – and…
Pick Your Own Fruit Blue Mountains & Beyond Guide Please note that all information is correct at the time of writing and we aim to update this guide regularly. Please check with the orchard directly though to confirm opening times and available fruit. Many of our Blue Mountains Orchards have endured adversity from fire, pests,…
We are famous for our wonderful community Blue Mountains markets. They bring great fun and atmosphere to our weekends, whilst supporting local businesses and communities. This Summer, many markets are open, whilst some remain closed until further notice. Please check each market’s Facebook Page and website for updates. For the markets that are on, each…
Join our Blue Mountains Mums Local Facebook Group to connect with other local Blue Mountains Mums. Follow us on Facebook to stay in the loop with what’s on for families in the Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains of NSW are a sensational place for bushwalking with kids. Immersing ourselves in this exquisite backyard of tracks and natural beauty is…
Archer and Hobb Footwear currently have a fantastic online offer! There is a 25% off sale through their online shoe shop. This includes their school shoe range, but also their light-up kid’s sketchers range! Get a great deal and support a local business at: www.archerandhobb.com.au Dinner Sorted With Archer & Hobb: Take Away Or Delivered…
Glenbrook Tunnel, also known as Lapstone Hill Tunnel, is a historic single track 634-meter long s-shaped tunnel that operated from December 18, 1892 until September 25, 1913, as part of the Glenbrook Deviation on the main western train line. It currently sits locked and unused, but not for long! State funding provides a promising plan…
Blue Mountains Library Here’s how to access Blue Mountains Library services during closures: head to the Blue Mountains Library eLibrary via the website. You can access the free movie and documentary streaming service, download eBooks, eMagazines and eAudiobooks and more. For Children At Blue Mountains Library The e-Library for Kids is wonderful. You get access…
Your children will love this super simple, fun sensory activity! It is the quickest, easiest, most natural slime that you could make. What You Need To Make Your Natural Slime 1 tablespoon psyllium husk, 1 cup water, Optional: food colouring (just a tiny drop), Optional: scent it if you wish (peppermint essence is particularly nice),…
ANZAC Day Blue Mountains Events and Ideas – Sadly, Anzac Day in the Blue Mountains will not go ahead as we expect this year due to Anzac Day organisers deciding that State Government COVID-19 requirements were too restrictive for marches and services to proceed. However, there are a few special ways that we can pay…
Our Kids’ Classes Blue Mountains Term 2 Guide is full of fantastic opportunities for all ages and stages! Now that our children are settled into the new school year, it is time to think about enrolling them into creative and active classes for Term 2. In this second edition of our quarterly Term Guide, you…
There is so much to explore in the Blue Mountains this Easter long weekend! With the weather looking fine, particularly on Saturday and Sunday, you will find plenty of local outdoor family fun in and around the Blue Mountains – and please remember that daylight savings ends this weekend (3am Sunday) so wind your clocks…
The Blue Mountains Autumn School Holidays Activities Guide is here and there are so many fun opportunities for families to enjoy these Easter school holidays. From outdoor adventures, stargazing, horseriding, creative arts, football workshops and more! Enjoy the crisp Autumn weather and local activities in and around the Blue Mountains these Easter school holidays and…
Chocolate, Shoes, State of the Art Playgrounds – There Are So Many Reasons To Visit Marsden Park! If you take a trip to Marsden Park there is something for everyone! Yes, there is IKEA (where we go in for one thing and come out with 20!). There is so much more to discover. Visit the…