Each year the national What’s On 4 Kids Awards shine a spotlight on and celebrate the very best in Australia’s kid’s activity, party, and family entertainment industry. 

The What’s On 4 Kid’s Awards offers a range of opportunities that go further than the winning moments on the night.

The Awards offers nominees the opportunity to be recognised as one of Australia’s best and most loved business owners and gain the credibility to explore new opportunities, partnerships, growth, and expansion. Winners and finalists can create unique marketing exposure and promotional opportunities leading to the attendance of new families and retaining of existing ones.

Attendance at the conference gives access to powerful insights and knowledge specific to their industry and be part of an exclusive network to build relationships with other industry business owners.

Best Local Baby/Toddler Activity (0-3 years)

Best Local Preschooler Activity (3-5 years) 

Best Local School-Aged Kids Activity (5-12 years)

Best New Kids Activity (up to 3 years in business)
Proudly sponsored by ThinkSmart Software (Class Biz)

Best Activity for Parent and Child
Proudly sponsored by Ready Steady Go Kids

Best Kids School Holiday Activity

Best Volunteer Activity for Kids

Best National Baby Activity (0-2 years)

Best National Toddlers Activity (2-3 years)

Best National Preschooler Activity (3-5 years)

Best National School Aged Activity (5-12 years)

Best Family Day Out

Best Family Holiday Destination
Proudly Sponsored by What’s On 4 Travel

Best Activity for Kids with Additional Needs

Best Kids Party Entertainer

Best Kids Party Product Provider

Best Kids Party Venue

Best Kids Live Show Local

Best Kids Live Show National

Best Recruitment Strategy

Best Team Culture

Best Customer Focus

Best Marketing Campaign

Leading International Kids Activity Provider

Best Franchised Kids Activity

Outstanding Coach/Teacher for (0-5 years)

Outstanding Coach/Teacher for (5-12 years)

Kids Activity Industry Leader of the Year

Best Kids Party Industry Leader of the Year

Best Kids Activity for Cultural Diversity

Best Educational Online/Digital Program for Kids

Australia’s Favourite Children’s Author/Illustrator
Proudly Sponsored by Ocean Reeve Publishing

The What’s On 4 Kids Conference

The What’s On 4 Kids Conference is an annual event which combines an inspiring and educational programme with presentations from leading speakers, panel discussions, and masterminds. This is the ideal chance for those in the kid’s activity and party industry to network, interact with the experts and go away from the day feeling empowered and inspired.

Emily Dickson

Emcee

Emily is an all dancing, singing and acting performer, currently working as a television presenter for Network Ten, whilst also hosting events and working in short films. Since the age of five, Emily has had a strong passion for all manner of performance, practising in dancing, acting. Over the last two years, Emily has hosted Network Ten’s preschool program Crocamole aired nationally on weekdays, an incredible opportunity allowing her to develop as a presenter whilst doing what she loves. Emily has also had the opportunity to also present on the nationally renowned program Totally Wild.