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The best kids' party entertainers & venues in Sydney

Party packages where someone else does the hosting, the food and the clean-up — the best children's party venues in Sydney, checked against each venue's own site.

Updated Oct 20268 picksAges 3–14

The short answer

For kids party entertainers in Sydney, the easiest wins are hosted venue packages: unlimited rides at Luna Park Sydney, a wildlife party at Featherdale, kart races at Hyper Karting, trampolines at BOUNCE and mini golf at Holey Moley. Taronga Zoo offers $1 entry on the birthday child's actual birthday.

Kids' party venues and entertainers in Sydney at a glance
#PickWhy it's hereWhere
01Luna Park SydneyAll-day rides for every party guestMilsons Point
02Featherdale Sydney Wildlife ParkKangaroo feeding and a koala photo217 Kildare Rd, Doonside
03Hyper KartingTracks from age 3, party room includedEntertainment Quarter, Moore Park
04BOUNCEHosted parties with a party roomHomebush · Cromer
05Holey MoleyNine holes, food and a party hostDarlinghurst · Alexandria · Chatswood and more
06Taronga Zoo $1 birthday ticketBirthday child gets in for $1Mosman
07Best science show entertainerPlaceholder — to be confirmedSydney-wide
08Best kids' party magician or character entertainerPlaceholder — to be confirmedSydney-wide
Luna Park Sydney's entrance face on the harbourPhoto: Luna Park Sydney

Luna Park Sydney

Birthday packages with unlimited rides

Our top pick among kids party entertainers in Sydney, because the rides do the entertaining. Luna Park's children's birthday packages include a ride wristband for each child, valid all day (subject to height rules), and run on Saturdays and Sundays with a minimum of ten children, including the birthday child.

Packages are for children only — they can't be booked for groups with attendees aged 17 or over.

Best for
Ages 5–12, groups of 10+
Where
Milsons Point
Price guide
$$
When
Weekends
Birthday parties
Child hand-feeding a kangaroo at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife ParkPhoto: Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park

Wildlife birthday party

The staff greet guests, look after the food and clean up afterwards. The kids' party package is for 10 to 25 children and includes kids' combo meals, three hours of picnic-area hire and party theming, with add-ons such as a koala encounter photo, a reptile visit from a keeper and a visit from Bruce the Koala mascot.

Best for
Animal-mad kids, 10–25 guests
Where
217 Kildare Rd, Doonside
Price guide
$35 per child, $29 per adult (its site)
Birthday parties
Children racing go-karts under neon lights at Hyper KartingPhoto: Hyper Karting

Hyper Karting

Kids' go-kart parties

Separate tracks by age: a Mini Track for ages 3 to 6, a Junior Track for 7 to 9 and an Intermediate Track for 10 to 14. Party packages include exclusive track time and a party room, with catering options — and BYO food is allowed too.

Best for
Speed-loving kids, ages 3–14
Where
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Price guide
$$
Kids' parties
Kid running up the wall-runner ramp at a BOUNCE trampoline parkPhoto: BOUNCE Inc

BOUNCE

Trampoline park parties

BOUNCE has Sydney venues in Homebush and Cromer. Hosted parties give the group a dedicated BOUNCE host, guided games and a party room; there's also an unhosted option for ages 7 and up who'd rather do their own thing.

Best for
High-energy kids, ages 7–12
Where
Homebush · Cromer
Price guide
$$
BOUNCE parties
Giant paint-pot themed mini golf hole at Holey MoleyPhoto: Holey Moley

Holey Moley

Mini golf kids' parties

Themed mini golf with kids' party packages: the Little Putter covers nine holes, nuggets or pizza and fries to share, drinks, decorations and a kids' party host. Sydney venues include Darlinghurst, Alexandria, Chatswood, Castle Towers, Macquarie and Penrith.

Best for
Mixed ages, rainy days
Where
Darlinghurst · Alexandria · Chatswood and more
Price guide
From $35pp (its site)
Kids' parties

Best science show entertainer

Mobile science party

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The best science entertainers bring hands-on experiments every child can join, pitch the explanations to the age group, and arrive with everything they need. Ask about the age range, group size, Working With Children Check, public liability insurance and add-ons.

Best for
Curious kids, ages 5–10
Where
Sydney-wide
Recommend a science show entertainer

Best kids' party magician or character entertainer

Comes to your home or venue

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Look for an entertainer who specialises in children's shows (not adult acts), keeps every child involved, and can run games as well as a show. Check for a Working With Children Check, public liability insurance and recent video of a real party.

Best for
Home parties, ages 3–8
Where
Sydney-wide
Recommend a kids' party magician or character entertainer

How to choose a kids' party venue in Sydney

  • Check the minimums. Many packages need at least 10 children (Luna Park and Featherdale both do), and some cap numbers.
  • Match the venue to the age. Under-sevens do best with short, simple activities — Hyper Karting's Mini Track starts at age 3 — while tweens want something that feels grown-up.
  • Ask what the host actually does. Games, food service and clean-up are the difference between a party and a supervised outing.
  • Read the food rules. Some venues allow BYO food; others require their catering.
  • Book school-holiday weekends early.

Planning a regular day out? See our guides to Sydney with kids and rainy day activities.

Kids party ideas Sydney parents rate

Venue packages are the least stressful option, because the venue handles hosting, food and clean-up. For a home party, a single entertainer for 45 to 60 minutes plus a cake and a backyard game is plenty for younger children. Older kids often prefer an activity with their friends — karting, mini golf or trampolining — and grown-ups planning their own celebration can find ideas in our birthday party ideas.

Frequently asked questionsThings you might ask

What are the best kids party entertainers in Sydney?

For a hosted party, venues such as Luna Park Sydney, Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, Hyper Karting, BOUNCE and Holey Moley offer kids' birthday packages where staff run the party. For a home party, book a children's entertainer who carries a Working With Children Check and public liability insurance.

How much is a kids birthday party at Featherdale?

Featherdale's kids' party package is listed at $35 per child and $29 per attending adult, for 10 to 25 children, with optional add-ons. Check its website for current pricing.

What age can kids do go-karting in Sydney?

Hyper Karting in Moore Park has a Mini Track for children aged 3 to 6, a Junior Track for ages 7 to 9 and an Intermediate Track for ages 10 to 14, subject to height requirements.

Does Taronga Zoo do anything for birthdays?

Taronga offers a $1 birthday ticket for the birthday guest when they visit on their actual birthday. Book it online in advance.

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