Kids' Activities
There are loads of fun activities for kids at the EQ! Click on the links below for more information.
Bubbles of Fun from Flymotion
Strike Bowling Bar
Strike Laser Skirmish
Hoyts IMAX
Kidz Zoo
Bungy, Base Jump, High Wire and Rock Climb
Jumping Castles
Soccer Clinics
Kids Carousel
Plaster Painting Studios - Birthday Parties
Skater HQ - Lessons & Parties
Hoyts Mums & Bubs Movie Sessions
Other Great Activities for Kids
Bubbles of Fun from Flymotion
Flymotion brings a new bubble park to EQ this January. Walk on water inside your very own bubble. A ton of excitement for any age group* - challenge yourself or simply set yourself adrift! Each participant is enclosed in their own waterproof clear sphere which is pumped full of fresh air, sealed and then released onto the shaded water of our custom built pool! Race your friends, play bubble dodgems or just have a blast seeing how long you can stay upright. Take to the water with Flymotion! Like nothing you have ever seen or tried before!!!
$10 for 5 minutes of Bubble action!
Suitable for ages 5 and above.
Strike Bowling Bar
Strike Bowling Bar combines retro hip with 21st century sophistication to deliver a unique entertainment experience. Strike combines ten pin bowling, pool, interactive games, karaoke, 3 deluxe bars, bistro with gourmet food and function rooms in an innovative environment, with a high level of customer service.
Strike Laser Skirmish
2050: The Battle For Sydney is a new multi-level laser skirmish arena from the creators of Strike Bowling Bar. Battle your friends in a futuristic wasteland, amongst the ruins of famous Sydney landmarks! Open daily from Thursday 12 November onwards. Visit www.strikelaser.com.au for details.
Hoyts IMAX
The new IMAX theatres showcase Hollywood blockbusters converted into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience®, as well as educational and entertaining IMAX® documentaries in both 2D and IMAX® 3D. Visit www.hoyts.com.au for session times and to book tickets.
Kidz Zoo
Kidz Zoo is now at the Entertainment Quarter every Wednesday and Saturday from 8.30am - 1.30pm and Sunday from 10am - 1.30pm.* (weather permitting) Bring the kids to see cuddly guinea pigs, rabbits, chicks, kid goats, sheep and lambs! Entry is just $5!
Kidz Zoo is all about having fun and getting up close and personal with your favourite farm yard animals. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing a child learn and witness the excitement and joy that a new experience brings.
Kidz Zoo are proud to be able to share with you their animals that have been hand raised and cared for by their whole family. As a result, all of their animals are very child-friendly for you and your children to enjoy. So come down to the EQ Showring, next to the EQ Village Markets - there's no need to book.
Bungy, Base Jump, Hire Wire and Rock Climb
Open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays and everyday during school holidays from 10am-4pm (weather permitting), Pacific Fly Motion has a range of activities for the kids. Bungy Trampoline - Imagine jumping up to 8 metres in the air and looking down on the crowd from over two stories up. Price is $10 for a 4 minute ride. Jumpers must be between 10 and 85 kg.
*Group bookings can be arranged during and after hours.
Base Jump - Kids of all ages can jump down from a height into the safety of the Krush KushionTM - a huge favourite with the kids.
High Wire - This is an activity that people try over and over again as it really tests balance. Progress can be slow but VERY addictive. This 5 metre high rope walk is a circus favourite suitable for the whole family.
Rock Climbing Wall - With five parallel climbing routes and a rock-like surface the Climbing Wall provides both beginners and pros with a safe climbing surface for an impressive climb of up to 8 meters high.
Jumping Castles Presented by Planet Entertainment
Open Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays from 10am - 4pm (weather permitting).
Open everyday during school holidays from 10am - 4pm (weather permitting).
Closed Christmas Day and 28th December 2009 - 1st January 2010.
Jumping Castles - Jurassic Adventure Play + Tiger Event Castle $5 per 10 minutes
Or for just $20, kids can have unlimited access to all Planet Entertainment rides for one hour!
Soccer Clinics on the Showring
Hosted by the Bondi Football Academy, soccer clinics are held at the Entertainment Quarter every Saturday from 2pm - 4pm. Clinics are suitable for children 3 to 18 years.
Hector Martinez the owner and head coach of the Bondi Football Academy was a soccer superstar having represented Argentina and Australia at an International level. After retiring from the professional league, Hector established the Bondi Football Academy in 1998 with the intention of passing on his knowledge and teaching local kids the secrets of the game. For further information on soccer clinics at the Entertainment Quarter visit www.bondifootball.com.au
Bondi Football will be holding summer football camps on the Showring on the following dates:
Monday 4th to Friday 8th January
Monday 11th to Friday 15th January
Monday 18th to Friday 22nd January
Midweek clinics run from 9am - 1pm
Saturday clinics are running as usual.
To book please contact Bondi Football Academy on 9386 1409
Kids Carousel
The kids carousel is located opposite Lollipop's Playground and is open Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays from 10am - 2pm (weather permitting).
Birthday Parties at Plaster Painting Studios
Make your next party a huge success at Plaster Painting Studios, where parties are fun for boys and girls from age 2 to grown-ups.
Plaster Painting Studios will opening early this December to January holidays for all your Christmas Presents and school holiday painting fun.
Open from 14th December to 27th January from 10 am to 5 pm. (closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day). Visit www.plasterpainting.com for more details.
Skater HQ - Lessons & Parties
At Skater HQ we can teach kids how to use any of the products that we sell. We offer Inline Skate Lessons (Rollerblade Lessons), Skateboard Lessons, Longboard Lessons, Roller Skate Lessons, Unicycle Lessons (yes even on this), Heelys shoe Lessons, Ripstick Lessons, Scooter Lessons, Freeline Skate Lessons, Xlider Lessons and even Ice Skate Lessons if you've got the ice!
Group Skateboarding and Inline Skating Lessons for kids and adults take place every Saturday and Sunday. Private Lessons are available most days. Call Skater HQ Moore Park 02 9368 0940 for bookings or check out "Lessons and Parties" on our website for more info, www.skaterhq.com.au
Birthday Parties at Skater HQ
For an action-packed party you can't go past HQ. Whether your youngster is into skateboarding, inline skateboarding, scooting or any of the other fun toys that we sell, we can accommodate. Parties last for 2 hours, include a cool HQ sticker and lolly bag. Minimum number of partygoers needed is 9 and the minimum age is 8. Equipment and Protective Gear are included. For bookings call Skater HQ Moore Park 02 9368 0940 or email barb@manlyblades.com.au. For further info check out our website at www.skaterhq.com.au. Duration 2 hours - Per Child $25
Hoyts Mums & Bubs Movie Sessions
Get the prams out and strap in the bubs because going to the movies is easier than ever!
Hoyts is proud to bring you Mums and Bubs sessions twice a month, on a Thursday (check your local cinema for the session time), and it's not just mums who're invited. Any adult carer - mum, dad, granny, nanny, auntie is welcome.
It's $9.00 for adults and kids under 5 are absolutely free. There's a place to change a nappy and the lights stay dimmed for feeding.
So come and enjoy a well earned break. Click here for more information.
Other great activities for kids
Hoyts - check out the latest kids movies
Strike Bowling Bar - bowling, pool & karaoke
Plaster Painting Studios - for budding artists!
Lollipop's Playland - for kids up to 9 years of age