About
The Schools Spectacular is the highest profile performing arts event for the NSW Department of Education. The Theme for 2024 is All 4 One and is all about looking forward, supporting one another and is centred around unity, connection and working as one for a common goal.
This year approximately 5,500 students, kindergarten to year 12, from over 400 schools across the state will take part in the show. There will be 40 solo performances from featured artists; a 2,800-strong choir; 2,300 dancers; an 80-piece symphony orchestra; a world-class stage band and many specialist ensembles.
Not only is there the arena show, but SpecFest, the free outdoor family festival returns with more spectacular entertainment pre-show.
DATE
Friday 29 & Saturday 30 November 2024
EVENT TIME
Friday 29 November
11:00am & 7:00pm
Saturday 30 November
1:00pm & 7:00pm
External Doors open 2 hours before each show time start, and Internal Doors open 1 hour before each show time start.
*All times are approximate only and subject to change.
Important Information
- Any Patron aged 15 years or under, must be accompanied by an adult.
- Friday 29 November: Arrive early to ensure you catch the start of the show! Significant traffic delays are expected throughout the day and late afternoon on Homebush Bay Drive, Underwood Road and Australia Avenue as bargain hunters travel to DFO Homebush. If you have to drive, allow extra travel time and use Silverwater Road to access Olympic Park instead to avoid the delays.
- For the best experience, patrons are strongly encouraged to arrive early for the event and leave additional time for the Security Screening Process when entering the Arena.
- Consider your travel options, plan ahead and allow extra travel time
- If you’re planning to catch public transport visit transportnsw.info for the latest travel advice
- Share your tickets with the group coming with you before you arrive. More info on ticket sharing here
- Patrons must only sit in the seat number printed on your ticket
- The Arena is now 100% cashless, please bring your card or phone for payments
- No backpacks regardless of size will be permitted
- No bags over a5 (20 cm x 15 cm) will be permitted
- Follow signage and the directives of staff at all times
- Qudos Bank Arena values the safety of all patrons. To report anti-social behaviour or if you require assistance, SMS 0428 785 717 with your issue and location during an event
