Join us to celebrate the magic of Spring at KIDS DAY OUT! It will be a day packed with laughter, learning, and tons of fun activities. Every activity is designed to spark curiosity and inspire young minds, from learning about nature to unleashing creativity through art and craft.

Create your own cyanotype print and learn the science behind this magical art form. Get to know the features of plants and animals up close and personal at our Magnification Station. Explore the garden and historic outbuildings by joining the Lanyon Stamp Rally, make sure you submit a rally card and go in the draw to win a CSO Live at Lanyon family pass! There will also be sensory play for toddlers, rain painting, opportunities to view inside the historic homestead, and acres of beautiful gardens to roam or even set up a picnic. Grab a bite to eat at the Homestead Cafe, or enjoy other food options including ice cream and a sausage sizzle.

🎫 Ticketed event, booking required!
Child (years 4+) - $20
Toddler (age 3 and under) - $5
Adult - $10
Family (2 adults + 2 children) - $50.00

🧒 KIDS DAY OUT's activities are designed for children aged 4+, younger kiddos are welcome to attend at reduced ticket price to enjoy the garden, lawn games and sensory play area.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Mobile reception & Wifi: As a rural property, there is limited mobile reception at Lanyon Homestead and sometimes the wi-fi can be unreliable.

Paying for food and drinks: Vendors will have a mix of EFTPOS and cash payments. Please bring both options. The Lanyon Homestead shop and cafe remain EFTPOS only on the day.

Getting here by car: Car parking is available onsite. The driveway entrance is on Tharwa Drive, approximately 250m south of Banks. The driveway is unsealed and limited to 40km/hr. Please reduce your speed around other vehicles, people and livestock.

Getting here by public transport: There is no direct public transport to Lanyon Homestead. Public buses go to Lanyon Marketplace in Conder. You can then catch a taxi or Uber to Lanyon Homestead. For bus timetables, go to Timetables - Transport Canberra (act.gov.au) .

Need a ride? Visitors who have low mobility can ride in the people-mover from the carpark to the Homestead and Cafe. There is a radio at the carpark that connects you with our Museums Shop and Reception. Or speak to one of our friendly staff.

Rain or Shine: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable enclosed shoes. Bring a hat and sunscreen, and rainproof clothing if necessary. If severe weather is expected, we will cancel the event. All participants who have pre-registered or booked into a program will be contacted and refunds will be provided for paid ticketed programs.

Leave only footsteps & take your rubbish home: ACT City Services doesn't make it to Lanyon Homestead. This means all rubbish has to be especially trucked out. Help reduce the environmental impact of the event by taking you rubbish home. Bring your own keep cup if you're planning on getting a take-away coffee.

Help look after our site: Lanyon Homestead is a heritage site. Please be mindful of historic plantings, gardens and buildings. Take care when walking through the property as there are uneven surfaces in the gardens, paths and homestead.

Pets and Service Dogs: Please note that no pets, with the exception of special service dogs (ie guide dogs), are permitted on site at Lanyon Homestead. The property includes paddocks with livestock and is surrounded by working farms.

Smoke Free Site: Smoking and/or vaping is not permitted at Lanyon Homestead.

Have fun: Most importantly, we hope you enjoy your day at Lanyon Homestead!

Contact the host of KIDS DAY OUT - Floriade at Lanyon 2025