Best Sydney Parks & Places for Kids Birthday Parties

Here are some awesome Sydney parks ideal for children’s birthdays. Plenty of space, BBQ areas, playgrounds and shelter….there’s so many reasons to have a fuss-free party at your local park. Here’s the ellaslist low-down:

 

Robertson Park, Military Road, Watson’s Bay

Why We Love It: The playground at this park is ideal for smaller children, while their older siblings can ride scooters or play ball games in the green open spaces.
The Lowdown:
Parking: Unrestricted in most nearby streets, but usually busy
Kiosk/Café: Several cafes and restaurants
Playground: Enclosed and sheltered
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: No
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Woollahra Council: 02 9391 7077

Parsley Road, Vaucluse

Why We Love It: It has a great adventure playground with swings, climbing frame, ropes and slides that is shaded by trees (but not enclosed) and huge, green open space for games. This is an ideal park for older children’s birthday parties.
The Lowdown
Parking: Limited unrestricted car park and also street parking nearby
Kiosk/Café: Kiosk
Playground: Shaded by trees, but not enclosed
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: No
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Woollahra Council: 02 9391 7077

 

Maroubra Beach Park, Marine Parade, Maroubra

Why We Love It: Overlooking beautiful Maroubra Beach, this park has a sheltered and enclosed large playground with equipment for kids of all ages. For older kids, there is also a skatepark nearby.
The Lowdown
Parking: Large carpark and also street parking
Kiosk/Café: Café and Kiosk
Playground: Shaded and enclosed
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Randwick City Council: 02 9399 0999

Pirrama Park, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont

Why We Love It: An awesome spot with amazing views of Sydney Harbour, this park features a playground with swings, rope climbing frame, shaded sandpit and water spouts. Bring towels and change of clothes as kids won’t be able to resist getting wet!
The Lowdown
Parking: Metered street parking
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Open and partially shaded
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
For more information contact City of Sydney Council on 02 9265 9333

Sydney Park, Sydney Park Road, St Peters

Why We Love It: One of the most interesting parks and playgrounds in Sydney, with lots of equipment including climbing frames, bridges, slides and swings as well as raised sand pits. Plenty of open space for children to play and an excellent, purpose-built bike track nearby.
The Lowdown
Parking: Car park near the playground
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Open and partially shaded
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact City of Sydney Council 02 9265 9333

Bicentennial Park, Australia Avenue, Homebush Bay

Why we love it: Large playground with equipment for children of all ages, plus tables and BBQs nearby. Paths and cycleways for children to ride around and lots of green open spaces.
The Lowdown
Parking: Unrestricted at several car parks
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Open and sheltered
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Sydney Olympic Park Authority 02 9714 7300

Clifton Gardens, Morella Road, Mosman

Why we love it: Stunning park with enclosed and sheltered playground suitable for kids of all ages. Basketball court is nearby as well as large undercover picnic tables, which you can easily set up and decorate for your kids birthday party.
The Lowdown
Parking: Metered car park
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Enclosed and sheltered
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Mosman Council 02 9978 4000

Clontarf Reserve, Sandy Bay Road, Clontarf

Why We Love It: Sprawling lawned area, shaded by trees make it ideal for families with young children. Great facilities and a family friendly beach, this is an ideal kids birthday party venue.
The Lowdown
Parking: Metered carparks and nearby street parking
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Open and sheltered
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Manly Council (02) 9976 1500

Winnererremy Bay Foreshore Reserve, Mona Street, Mona Vale

Why We Love It: Very much a family park with a large children’s play area and a cycle path. Located next to Flying Fox café – a family and pet friendly café, which can host your kids birthday party.
The Lowdown
Parking: Street parking and also metered car park
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Enclosed and sheltered
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Pittwater Council on 9970 1111

Carss Bush Park, Carwar Avenue, Carss Park

Why we love it: This park has abundant facilities which are well spaced out and a playground suitable for younger children. BBQs are grouped together just a short stroll from the playground.
The Lowdown
Parking: Unrestricted car park
Kiosk/Café: Yes
Playground: Open and shaded
Toilets: Yes
BBQs: Yes
Tables: Yes
For more information contact Kogarah Council 02 9330 9400

If you are after a relaxed, casual kids birthday party, then consider hosting it at one of these family friendly parks. Planning to invite lots of guests? Contact the local council and book a table or area ahead of time.

Written by our roving reporter Ivana Katz