This Sunday will see plenty of fun for kids and families with local children’s charity group, Our Kids, from Paw Patrol to Big Dog Our Kids are hosting a day of magic, music, wildlife and much more.
It will be an action-packed, free day out for the whole family from 9am to 2pm at Missingham Bridge Amphitheatre in Ballina. There wil an exciting line-up of live entertainment, games, music and much more. The main show, Paw Patrol and Friends, will take place at 10am and 12pm.
Brave kids
A key feature of the annual event is the presentation of the Suzie Levot Memorial Our Kids Bravery Award – an award given out each year to a child who has shown outstanding bravery in their battle to overcome illness. This will take place at 11am.
Our Kids Fundraising Coordinator Rebekka Battista invited families from across the region to join in the fun.
Holding the hose
The day will also see local emergency services being on site with children able to check-out the trucks, cars, and boats on display. Children will be able to learn about the vital services that keep our community safe and come to the rescue of those in need. They’ll also have a chance to meet some of the dedicated staff who work in the Children’s Ward at Lismore Base Hospital.
The Ballina Lions Breakfast BBQ will kick off at 9am, and everyone is invited to enjoy it while watching the performances on the main stage.
‘The Clarence Property Our Kids Day Out is a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy free entertainment and connect with emergency services – all while raising funds for sick children,’ Ms Battista said.
‘So, bring your family, pack a picnic blanket, and enjoy a day full of fun.
Kids Day Out Program:
9.00am Ballina Pipe Band
9.15am Musical Munchkins with Sheyzo
9.50am Miss Beka and Little Cherry
9.55am NBN Big Dog
10.05am The Blaze Magic Show
10.30am Main Act: Paw Patrol
11.00am Suzie Levot Memorial Our Kids Bravery Award
11.15am Ronald McDonald
11.30am Paw Petrol meet and greet
11.45am Wild life Twins
12.15pm Main Show: Paw Patrol
12.45pm DJ Gooy Games ‘n Dance Party
1.15pm MC’s fun and games
1.45pm Finish
Supporting kids in hospital
Our Kids raises funds to purchase paediatric equipment for children’s wards and special care nurseries in the region. This equipment helps children living in the Northern Rivers to receive the medical care they need close to home.
To date, Our Kids has purchased more than $2.7 million in paediatric equipment for the Grafton, Lismore and Tweed hospitals.
To find out more about Our Kids, or to become a financial or in-kind partner, please contact the Our Kids team on 0438 417 085 or email [email protected].
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