Frequently Asked Questions

City of Ryde’s 2026 West Ryde Easter Celebrations will be held on Saturday 28 March from 9am – 3.30pm at Anzac Park, West Ryde.

Entry is free.

Lost property can be taken to the Information Booths. Items will be returned to their owners who are able to correctly identify the items. Any items that are not claimed will be taken back to the City of Ryde offices you can then contact customer service (9952 8222) post event to collect items. 

Let’s hope this doesn’t happen but if you do find a lost child or lose your child go to the Information Booths, or St Johns immediately. Staff will work with security and police to reunite lost children with their carers as soon as possible.

There are wrist bands available at the Information Booths for you to write your contact details on and secure on your child’s wrist.

Crowds are expected – we also recommend you plan a meeting point with your children in case they become separated from you.

Please note that adult supervision is required at all children activities by carers.

City of Ryde events team will monitor the weather leading up to the event and will notify the public of any updates via the City of Ryde website and social media pages.

West Ryde train and bus station is located near the event and we encourage everyone to travel via public transport where possible. Visit trip planner at www.transportnsw.info to organise your journey from start to finish. 

For more information check out our Plan Your Trip page.

Section of Wattle Street will be closed from 6.30pm Friday 27 March until 7pm Saturday 28 March.

If you have any questions in relation to event road closures and how they may affect you please contact customer service on 9952 8222.

For more information check out our Plan Your Trip page.

Yes, we have a stage located on Anzac Park that will have several performances throughout the event and a Singing Competition from 12.30pm.

There is a huge variety of activities for the kids to enjoy, including carnival rides, free face painting and craft, Petting Zoo, Pony rides and much more!

For more information, visit the ‘Rides and Activities’ page.

An all-rides wristband can be purchased from the information stall for $30 which includes access to all rides and entry into the animal farm (excluding pony rides and games). Single ride tickets and animal farm entry can be purchased for $10. Pony ride tickets can be purchased directly from the pony ride area. The first 500 people to purchase a wristband will receive a free easter gift bag. EFTPOS only will be available to purchase rides wristbands and tickets.

Pony ride tickets can be purchased directly from Pony Area - $10 per ride. Weight and height restrictions may apply.

There are a variety of competitions leading up to the festival and on the day of the festival. Please head to our competitions page for more information.

• Suitable clothes for weather on the day
• Reusable water bottle and bag
• Sunscreen, hats and UV protected clothing
• Eftpos / Credit Card

City of Ryde is committed to a sustainable environment and West Ryde Easter Celebrations is designated as a ‘Waste Wise Event.’ We encourage festival attendees to bring their own bags and re-useable water bottles as no plastic water bottles or plastic bags can be sold at the event. A water station will be available across the day found within the park.

Yes, this event is open to all age groups.

Yes, small to medium size dogs are allowed within the event area. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and is the responsibility of the owner to ensure the dog does not impact other attendee’s experience.

Yes, there will be a number of food trucks and a BBQ stall at this event for you to purchase hot food and desserts from.

Yes, you may bring your own food. Please make sure you discard all your rubbish at the end of the day.

No, there will be no ATMs onsite to provide cash out.  EFTPOS only will be available to purchase rides wristbands and tickets.

There will be limited seating on the day in front of the stage including chairs and some tables.

No smoking or vaping is allowed onsite.

Yes, but please be considerate of where you are placing your pram to not obstruct walkways or view of entertainment for other patrons.

We will have a photographer at the event. Photographs taken at the event may be used in future for promotional purposes.

The City of Ryde is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact the City of Ryde Events team if you require further accommodations or information.

events@ryde.nsw.gov.au

If you have a mobility parking permit and require close access to the event, use our drop-off zone. Enter Wattle Street via ANZAC avenue.

Parking is limited, so we recommend using public transport as your primary option. Public parking is available on surrounding streets and at the following locations: West Ryde Train Station and Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club (with time restrictions).