An engaging classical music experience for children aged 0–5 at Sydney Opera House.
Saturday 31 October 2026
10:00am - 10:30am
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
$25
Introduce your little ones to the enchanting world of live classical music with Ready, Set, Listen! The Planets. This 30-minute interactive concert features the Sydney Symphony Orchestra performing Holst’s iconic The Planets, arranged for a small ensemble. Children will be captivated by memorable melodies and dramatic moments that bring the solar system to life.
Designed specifically for children aged 0–5, this event encourages active listening and movement in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Families can enjoy comfortable floor seating, allowing children to sit, listen, and move freely as they explore the magic of music.
This is the perfect first concert experience to ignite your child’s imagination and foster a lifelong love of music.
The performance runs for approximately 30 minutes and features music arranged by Tim Hansen alongside children’s entertainer Emily Who. The Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s extraordinary musicians bring this beloved classical piece to life in an engaging and accessible format for young audiences.
Please note that all attendees, including adults and children, require a ticket. The event is designed for babies and young children aged 0–5 years. Children under 15 must be accompanied at all times.
The event is unreserved seating (general admission), so families can choose their preferred spot on the floor seating area.
The event takes place in The Studio at Sydney Opera House, located in the north-western corner and best accessed through the Western Foyers. The venue is pram accessible with lifts and pram parking available.
Sydney Opera House is easily reachable by public transport including bus, train, ferry, and light rail, with a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay. For those driving, Wilson Parking operates the Sydney Opera House Car Park with discounted parking available if booked ahead.
Refreshments can be purchased from theatre bars, and the venue encourages contactless payment. You may bring your own water bottle but no other food or drinks are permitted inside.
Tickets are unreserved seating and must be purchased through the authorised Sydney Opera House ticket agency to avoid scams. Latecomers will be seated at suitable breaks to minimize disruption.
The venue is smoke-free and committed to child safety. Accessibility options including wheelchair and companion seating are available upon request.
Security procedures include bag scanning and cloaking facilities for larger bags. Arrive early to collect tickets or use eTicket options to avoid queues.
Tickets are priced at $25 per person, including adults and children. A booking fee of $8.95 applies per transaction. Tickets go on general sale from 10:00am Monday 10 November 2025.
Pre-sale access is available for Sydney Opera House Insiders and newsletter subscribers earlier in November 2025.
Booking early is recommended as this popular event offers a unique introduction to classical music for young children in a family-friendly setting.
