Category: Kids and Family
Looking for the best things to do in Thirroul? This stunning Northern Illawarra beachside suburb ticks all the boxes – beautiful beaches, ocean pools, scenic coastal walks, buzzing dining scene and live music. Tucked between the escarpment and the ocean, Thirroul is one of the South Coast’s favourite spots for beach days, outdoor adventures, long […]
This relaxed Northern Illawarra beachside suburb is packed with great brunch spots, pubs, wine bars and restaurants serving everything from Mediterranean share plates to modern Mexican, Japanese and Thai cuisine. Whether you’re searching for Thirroul’s best restaurants, cafes & pubs, there’s no shortage of incredible places to eat and drink in this awesome Northern Illawarra […]
Wollongong & Illawarra’s BEST playgrounds! What’s on in Wollongong, Parents Guide Illawarra and Play Illawarra have all agreed on our best local parks. Discover our playgrounds by the ocean, kids bike trails and local nature parks. We recommend the best playgrounds for all ages, best playgrounds for toddlers, a Shellharbour Playground you can’t miss. Plus […]
We asked local families to share their top walking spots, and the results are in. These walks are perfect for getting outdoors, spending quality time in nature and enjoying everything the Wollongong and surrounding areas have to offer. From coastal views to bushland trails, these family walks offer something for every kind of adventure, whether […]
Find Wollongong, Shellharbour and Illawarra School Holiday programs, events, activities & low-cost kids holiday FUN. Discover the best things to do in the holidays, with What’s on in Wollongong. Fun school holiday ideas await! Read on for our best What’s on for Kids School Holiday Guide. Need more Illawarra School Holiday Activities – read 32 school […]
Are you googling “Local Markets Near Me“? We have THE best markets in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Nowra and Shoalhaven areas. Here at What’s On in Wollongong, we showcase diverse markets including Food, Artisan, Farmers, Craft and Vintage and more. Here are our top 20 Illawarra markets below – or find Illawarra or Wollongong Market today […]
Looking for amazing cheap eats and best value restaurant offers near me, across the Illawarra and Wollongong? What’s on in Wollongong reveals our best value dining deals on a budget. Grab your mates or family for amazing food deals including $10 Schnitzels and $10 Burgers. Read our top picks for Wollongong / Shellharbour lunch and […]
Treetops Adventure Nowra is an amazing Adventure Park for kids and adults. On the South Coast of NSW, an easy one hour drive from Wollongong, it’s Australia’s first tree ropes, ziplining and cliff edge park. If you’re looking for the best things to do in Nowra, what to do in the school holidays, a great day-trip from Sydney, then look […]
Need Wollongong’s free or low cost room hire for a milestone birthday, engagement, celebration, or party? You’re in luck! Here’s our amazing function venues Illawarra wide, that offer free room hire (yes, really) or low cost party packages and unforgettable vibes. At What’s On in Wollongong, we shortcut locals to the best function venues, from […]
Looking for Lunch or Dinner Specials in Wollongong, Illawarra or Shellharbour? Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong’s guide to dining specials at our pubs and local restaurants. Discover bargain dining deals across the Illawarra. We include Wollongong’s best value lunches, dinners, plus fine dining deals too. Discover the best Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Pub Specials […]