KidsWish hosts various specially tailored events throughout the year across the Illawarra. Our events provide a safe and supportive environment for children and their families to enjoy local attractions and venues, bringing joy and creating life-long memories. Our events are open to and free for children of all ages with disability or illness to attend with their families.
We’re excited to invite kids to come and explore a variety of wheelchair sports in a fun, supportive environment. Joining us will be athletes from the Roller Hawks, who will share their skills and knowledge, inspiring the kids while making sure everyone has a fantastic time.
The day will also include a BBQ lunch for all participants.
Please note, this event is limited to 30 kids to ensure quality coaching and support.
Parents and carers are kindly asked to remain on site throughout the event.
Wednesday 16 July 2025
11:00am-2:00pm
Children will love exploring the wonders of science at the Science Spectacular event at Science Space, UOW Innovation Campus.
KidsWish families will enjoy exclusive access to the UOW Science Space, with the event welcoming up to 300 guests.
Thursday 30 October 2025
4:00pm-7:00pm
Our biggest and probably best event of the year, the KidsWish Christmas Party will provide children and their families an amazing day full of joy and laughter, with KidsWish on a mission to create a day that will be remembered forever and extra special for Christmas.
The 2025 event will be held at Symbio Willdife Park and will welcome up to 3,000 guests! Stay tuned for more details!
Thursday 4 December 2025
A special sensory screening for KidsWish children and their families at Shellharbour Event Cinemas.
Exclusive use of 3 cinemas for families, where lights are left dimmed and sound is lowered to provide an enjoyable experience at the movies.
July School Holidays
Thursday 10 July 2025
Accessing Illawarra events provide opportunities for children living with disability to access venues across the region, with a goal of building their skills and confidence to access their community.
These free events will be supported by KidsWish staff and disability support workers and will cater up to 30 children aged 5-17 years.
Our upcoming Accessing Illawarra event will be held at Flip Out Albion Park.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Friday 27 June 2025
3:30pm-5:00pm
Accessing Illawarra events will provide opportunities for children living with disability to access venues across the region, with a goal of building their skills and confidence to access their community.
These free events will be supported by KidsWish staff and disability support workers and will cater up to 30 children aged 5-17 years.
Our upcoming Accessing Illawarra event will be held at Revolution Laser Arena.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Friday 30 May 2025
3:30pm-5:30pm
With Easter falling in the school holidays – what better way to celebrate than with an Easter Fun-filled event!
Up to 50 children will enjoy a variety of Easter-inspired craft and sports activities in the safety and comfort of KidsWish House.
Children will also receive a sausage sandwich for lunch on the day.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Tuesday 15 April 2025
10:30am-1:30pm
This event is for those that like a quieter-paced environment.
Come dressed in your cosy pyjamas to enjoy a movie, popcorn and some relaxing activities at KidsWish House.
And what better way to complete a pyjama party than with party pies and sausage rolls for lunch!
This event will be limited to 30 kids.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Thursday 24 April 2025
10:30am-1:30pm
The KidsWish Discover Day is a wonderful partnership with the UOW’s Early Start Discovery Space that will help to inspire and grow our children’s minds with learning through play.
Tuesday 1 April 2025
4:30-6:30pm
Accessing Illawarra events will provide opportunities for children living with disability to access venues across the region, with a goal of building skills and confidence for children and families to access their community.
These free events will be supported by KidsWish staff and disability support workers and will cater up to 30 children aged 5-17 years.
Our upcoming Accessing Illawarra event will be held at Hangdog Climbing Gym.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Friday 28 March 2025
3:30pm-5:30pm
KidsWish are excited to partner with Windang Surf Club to offer 20 kids the chance to learn all about being a life saver for the day!
The team from Windang Surf Club will use a touch pool to teach kids all about creatures of the sea and what you can find in a rock pool. The kids will also learn about rip currents, all the equipment needed for patrol and how to be safe on the beach.
Children will be treated to a sausage sandwich for lunch on the day.
No water activities will be included in this event.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Friday 17 January 2025
11:00am-1:00pm
Accessing Illawarra events will provide opportunities for children living with disability to access venues across the region, with a goal of building skills and confidence for children and families to access their community.
These free events will be supported by KidsWish staff and disability support workers and will cater up to 30 children aged 5-18 years old.
Our next Accessing Illawarra event will be held at Wollongong Art Gallery.
Parents/Carers must remain on site for the event.
Wednesday 4 September 2024
4:00pm – 6:00pm
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KidsWish acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Country on which we provide services. We recognise the strength and intergenerational resilience of Elders and honour the culture and knowledge of community leader’s past, present and emerging.
KidsWish acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Country on which we provide services. We recognise the strength and intergenerational resilience of Elders and honour the culture and knowledge of community leader’s past, present and emerging.
KidsWish operates in partnership with The Disability Trust.
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