Family-friendly events in September across the Mid North Coast

If you’re looking for something special to do with the family this month, here are our top picks for kid-friendly events happening across the region in September, including a circus show, dance workshop, and free day out to celebrate and learn about our koalas.

And if you missed it, here are our What’s On and Live Music Events lists for the month.

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🐨 Koala Connections

This event is about connection, education, and celebrating the environment. Hosted by Koala Conservation Australia and Yulo Kopa, the day includes guided bird walks, interactive koala talks, a story circle, meditation and yoga, and a kids discovery zone involving games, mask-making, colouring-in, and meet and greets with koala carers.

There will also be food, coffee, music and art. Bring a picnic rug and enjoy learning conservation skills while connecting with the community.

🗓️ When: Saturday 27
🕰️ Time: 10am - 3pm
📍Where: Yulo Kopa, 223 Toms Creek Rd, Ellenborough, Hastings Valley
🎟️ Tickets: Free entry – some sessions require booking
Register: https://www.yulo-kopa.com/event-details/koala-connections

🎪 Cirque Novelle

A multitalented line up of circus performers are coming to Port Macquarie and Taree. From juggling, to aerial and balancing talents, the performers are led by a quirky ringmaster.

Cirque Nouvelle explores how circus has changed over the years from the classic “Big Top” featuring performing animals to the now modern day circus’ performing in art theatres around the world with technology, lighting and costuming included in the entertainment.

Catch the show in Port:

🗓️ When: Tuesday 30
🕰️ Time: 6pm - 7.15pm
📍Where: Glasshouse Theatre, Port Macquarie
🎟️ Tickets: From $45

Catch the show in Taree:

🗓️ When: Sunday 28
🕰️ Time: 6pm - 7.15pm
📍Where: Manning Entertainment Centre, Taree
🎟️ Tickets: From $45

🎵 Hip Hop Dance Workshop

The In the Zone Hip-Hop Workshop is a high-energy, hands-on dance session for young movers.

Join Shaun Parker & Company dancer Libby Montilla to learn classic hip-hop dance moves. This 45-minute workshop dives into iconic street styles like tutting, popping, waving, and isolation. Learn signature moves like “the Bart Simpson”, “the Janet Jackson”, “the Smurf” and “Alf”, culminating in a dance sequence allowing all participants to show off their moves.

The workshop is inclusive and for all skill levels and abilities. Recommended for ages 8+.

🗓️ When: Thursday 25
🕰️ Time: 4.30pm
📍Where: Jetty Theatre, Coffs Harbour
🎟️ Tickets: $20

Thumbnail: (L) MEC website (R) Jetty Theatre Coffs Harbour website.