5 Ways to Make the Most of the Picnic Rules in NSW

5 Ways to Make the Most of the Picnic Rules in NSW


By Charlotte McKewen
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The time has come! Gather your fully vaccinated friends and spend an afternoon in the park for picnic day 2025. Spending quality time with your loved ones and making up for the lost time is one of the things most of us are looking forward to about the roadmap out of lockdown in NSW – which is why we've put together a fun list of picnic ideas in Sydney to help you celebrate together. 

Make special memories as you reconnect with the world around you and catch up with your besties over a glass of bubbly in the sun. 

Make this picnic date a memorable one and take the opportunity to learn new skills and get in touch with your creative side as you soak up the summer sun! Cheese and crackers will always bring friends together but this time why not try out something different for your picnic and learn new skills with one of these outdoor experiences. From flower crown making to celebrate the start of Spring to outdoor BBQ cooking classes that will have your dad excited to upskill, there’s a range of fun and exciting experiences for you to try.

Here are five ways to make the most of the new picnic rules in NSW that will reconnect you with your community, help you unwind and maybe even find a new passion project! 

Make the ultimate outdoor picnic set up

Searching for ideas to make your pop up picnic the best one yet? With everything from picnic rugs to picnic hampers and more, there’s a lot that goes into creating the ultimate afternoon experience in the summery weather in Sydney.

Indulge yourself and spend some time reconnecting to your creative side and the world around you with a fun outdoor picnic experience. The local host will bring everything you need so just pop on your hat, lather some suncream, text your fully vaccinated friends and have your covid vaccination certificate on hand.

Want to support local artists and makers and indulge yourself at the same time? You'll find more inspiring outdoor picnic activities in NSW right here! 

Ultimate picnic set up

Paint gorgeous watercolour artwork

If you’re looking for picnic ideas for adults in Sydney, Seed and Spark’s outdoor watercolour painting workshop and picnic experience is the perfect way to gather your besties for a crafternoon filled with good vibes. Get hands-on with a paintbrush and draw inspiration from your surroundings as you paint stunning unique art pieces that show off your artistic style. Whether you’re celebrating the Sydney lockdown end date with a day of frolicking in the park, or you’re planning hens party ideas for a soon-to-be-bride this outdoor watercolour painting picnic experience would be a fantastic pick for you!

Play a friendly game of Boules or Croquet

If we can’t go travelling across the world, why not travel back in time instead and spend an indulgent day in the park learning how to play croquet and boules with Honkas Bar’s premium picnic date. Unfurl your picnic rug and sit back and relax as you sip on martinis, Champagne and French wine under the shade of the green trees in your local area. 

Need some picnic food ideas? Don’t sweat it - Honkas Bar has got you sorted with a delectable seafood spread that will make anyone’s mouth water. You can almost taste summer! 

Spend an afternoon like royalty and learn to play classic games in the park, what could be better than a bit of friendly competition, a tummy full of delicious food and free-flowing drinks! 

Accessorise with DIY flower crowns

Stumped for hens party ideas that are Covid safe? Why not get stuck into making your very own flower crowns in Centennial Park with Peony Story. Not only will the teacher provide the materials for your very own flower accessory, but they’ll also come with a whole picnic set up too! All you need to do is bring along your creative mind and your loved ones and spend an afternoon getting crafty in your local park! 

DIY some stunning crowns with seasonal blooms and get in touch with your creative side as you spend time connecting with friends in person. You might even get inspired to wear some flower crowns to the wedding too!

BBQ season is upon us

In need of some classic picnic food ideas? Join an outdoor cooking BBQ class and you won’t even have to think about it! Learn how to cook those snags perfectly for your next picnic date with friends and even gain some new skills on the BBQ that you can show off at your next garden party.

If your dad’s birthday is coming up and you’re out of gift ideas, why not treat him to a special gift experience that he won’t forget! Spend some quality time together at an outdoor cooking class and learn the skills to make the juiciest, tender steak or ribs that you can recreate at home. 

Outdoor BBQ cooking class

Picnic dates with coffee anyone?

Want to do something special for that caffeine lover in your life? Why not treat your friend (or yourself) to an afternoon in the leafy park to make your own ceramic mugs! Now with the roadmap out of lockdown a little clearer, why not take your creative pursuits to the next level and indulge in some sunshine as you learn new skills too. Don’t worry about packing anything for your pop up picnic, your teacher will provide everything you need - from the materials to make your DIY coffee mug to a cute picnic setup! 

Why not give the gift of creativity to a loved one or bond with your friends and family as you make your own little mugs you can use daily. Lockdown has made a lot of us realise we need to treasure the simple moments with our loved ones, so why not try a new outdoor activity that will give you a token to remember the day by too. 

If you’re like us and wondering when lockdown will end, fear not - the end is nigh! Start planning the best picnic this year will see with these fun outdoor picnic experiences and bond with loved ones over learning a new skill. Make up for lost time and create special memories that you’ll treasure forever with a creative afternoon in your local park with your fully vaccinated friends! 

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$35 - $75

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