Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day is a day that aims to celebrate the important role of grandparents, with fun events scheduled all over Sydney and New South Wales.

Held on the last Sunday in October each year, Grandparents Day brings together the generations to show respect for those who have come before them.

The first Grandparents Day was held in New South Wales back in 2011 and has been celebrated each year after that. Grandparents often hold a special place in the eyes of their grandsons/granddaughters, with many grandparents assisting with parenting duties in this modern age. Grandparents Day celebrates the contributions older people make to the community and their families by recognising their important role.

Thanking grandparents is an important part of the day, so people often gather together over a tasty meal or a fun activity to acknowledge grandparents’ devotion to their children and grandchildren.

In NSW, many events are hosted each year, including get-togethers at local Primary and High Schools, Community Centres, local parks, sporting events, and the beach.

So check out your local community centres which will have a list of events for Grandparents Day.