Picnic sites
We offer a wide selection of bookable sites ideal for school picnics, excursions and small events. All picnic sites in Parramatta Park and Western Sydney Parklands have a covered area or ‘shelter’.
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Booking information for Parramatta Park and Western Sydney Parklands
- Read our school and vacation care use policy before making a booking. It contains important information about holding excursions and outings at Parramatta Park and Western Sydney Parklands with the safety of students and staff in mind.
- All schools and vacation care groups wishing to conduct an excursion in the park must book a shelter for the group.
- If the size of your group is more than the capacity of a shelter, complete a school excursion application form (PDF 150 KB) and email it to [email protected].
- Attach all relevant paperwork to your application, including a certificate of currency for public liability insurance, this needs to be included when booking a shelter as well.
Allow a minimum of 10 business days for us to assess your application.
Cross-country carnivals and walkathons
We provide designated routes for cross-country running and walkathons in Parramatta Park, Centennial Parklands and Western Sydney Parklands.

Greater Sydney Parklands education programs
Greater Sydney Parklands offers outdoor learning experiences for children of all ages and provides resources for schools and educators.
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