Are you looking for some activities to do during the school holidays? We have put together some suggestions your kids will love listed below.
Victoria
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast in Concert
Be our guest as the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs the score to Disney’s animated film classic, Beauty and the Beast, live in concert.
From $88 to $132
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Autumn School Holidays at Melbourne Museum
Between moments of creativity, let laughter ripple through your visit with family-friendly performances from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, bringing a playful spark to the season.
Adult/general – $18 / Senior – $12 / Free for children under 16
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Circus The Show
Roll up! Roll up! Prepare to enter a world of whimsy, wonder and amazement in this completely re-imagined family circus spectacular that families across the globe are raving about.
From $27 to $129
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Creative Lab: Rise of the Gladiators
Families are invited into the armoury beneath the Colosseum, where gladiators once prepared for battle. Through immersive sights and sounds, you’ll uncover how real Roman fighters used helmets, masks and symbols to tell powerful stories in the arena.
From $10 to $12
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New South Wales
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Each 1 hour classic session includes a 16″ x 20″ canvas yours to take home on the day in our custom take home box (no paint in the car or on the train). It also includes ponchos, safety goggles and shoe coverings to keep everyone (mostly) clean.
$65
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Art adventure
Set off on a creative journey through the MCA with our fun, free activity sheet designed for kids and their families.
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Join a NSW National Parks guide for a fun, hands-on session and explore the world of Australia’s friendly native bees.
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Kids’ inflatable playground
These school holidays, little ones can jump, climb, and explore our giant inflatable playground at The Grounds of Alexandria, while the grown-ups kick back with coffee, tasty bites, and drinks. It’s the perfect day out for the whole family.
Child (Under 12 Years): $12.00 (+ booking fees)
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Traditional candy making demonstration
Sticky has been offering free candy making demonstrations in The Rocks in Sydney since we were founded in 2001. These shows are free and accessible to everyone, with a guaranteed sample to try at the end.
Join a NSW National Parks guide for a fun, hands-on session and explore the world of Australia’s friendly native bees.
Free
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Australian Capital Territory
Nature Hunt (Ages 3-10)
Join us for this fun nature inspired school holiday activity. Using painted egg cartons with colourful sections, children will head outdoors to hunt, sort, and collect natural treasures during the Autumn season. This playful activity supports colour recognition, mindfulness, observation skills, and appreciation for the beauty found in nature’s small details.
$8
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FREE Kids Workshop: Easter Cookie Decorating
Hop into some sweet Easter fun with our festive cookie decorating activity! Kids will decorate delicious Easter-themed cookies using colourful icing, sprinkles, and fun toppings to create their own edible masterpieces. It’s a hands-on, creative experience that’s just as fun to make as it is to eat.
Free
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Easter Hunt (Ages 3-11)
A magical outdoor Easter adventure awaits! Children will explore nature with their own special coloured egg container, collecting nature-inspired Easter treasures along the way. This playful hunt encourages curiosity, movement, sensory exploration, and connection to the natural world — perfect for little and big explorers alike.
$5
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Easter Family Fun Day @The Creek
Get ready for an egg-stra special morning at Weston Creek Labor Club EASTER FAMILY FUN DAY Sunday 5th April ⏰ 8am – 12pm
Free
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Northern Territory
The Great Cas Egg Hunt
The Great Cas Egg Hunt is back, inviting little explorers to follow the map, collect their stamps and claim a sweet Easter reward at the finish line. It’s fun, excitement and chocolatey cheer all wrapped into one egg-stra special day out.
Free
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Discovery Centre
MAGNT’s Discovery Centre is a fun drop-in ctivity space to connect families to our current exhibitions through play-based learning. Guided by parents and carers, children can participate in activities that encourage creativity and nurture curiosity.
Free
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Cartooning Workshop
Creative kids, assemble! A fun cartooning workshop building confidence, creativity & storytelling skills — with take-home activity books.
$5.02
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South Australia
School Holidays: Crafternoon
A hands-on arts & crafts event filled with color, imagination, and messy masterpieces!
Looking for a fun, creative afternoon for the kids? Join us for Children’s Crafternoon — a hands-on arts & crafts event filled with color, imagination, and messy masterpieces!
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Minecraft Day – April School Holidays Program
No need to book for this all day Minecraft extravaganza. Pop in to the Mawson Lakes Library and explore a range of different crafts and activities. From Minecraft origami to mini Minecraft paper worlds, there will be plenty of opportunities for your children to use their imagination and creativity.
Free
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Calisthenics – School Holiday Sports (7-12 years)
Calisthenics & dance – activities to develop coordination, balance, strength, flexibility & movement – suitable for kids 7-12 years.
Free
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School Holidays: Balloon Twisting Workshop
Learn to twist balloons into fun sculptures, play balloon-based games and take part in creative group challenges.
Free
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Western Australia
Perth | Youth Week – Art for Happiness | Ages 13+
Join us in Perth these school holidays for a fun and creative Youth Week themed art workshop aimed at boosting happiness and wellbeing!
Free
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Easter Garden Brunch Buffet
Celebrate Easter with a vibrant and indulgent brunch buffet experience, designed to bring together delicious food, festive fun, and moments to remember. Enjoy a beautifully curated spread featuring an array of seasonal dishes, traditional Easter favourites, and comforting autumn flavours prepared by our culinary team.
$0 – A$95.66
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School Holiday: Nature Makers Craft Club
Come along for a crafty afternoon of making! This school holiday pop-up session invites children to explore creativity through hands-on crafting with natural and recycled materials. Throughout the afternoon, kids can move between different creative stations, experimenting with unique materials and ideas while making their own creations to take home.
$35
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Rock the Quarry – Family Adventure Day – Arvo Session
Join us at the Quarry for a 3-hour guided climbing and abseiling adventure designed especially for families who are ready to step outside their comfort zone and try something new.
$18.69
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Queensland
Magic and Circus Show Spectacular Nerang Bicentennial Centre, Gold Coast
Get ready for a 60-minute thrill ride of unbelievable magic, circus stunts and fun that will leave the whole family cheering for more.
$32.01
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RSPCA Wacol School Holiday Program – April 2026
Spend the day at RSPCA Queensland helping shelter animals, get involved with hands-on activities that make an impact.
$146.17
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Mad Hatter’s High Tea
Looking for upcoming school holiday events in Brisbane? Step into Mad Hatter’s High Tea, a playful Easter Holiday High Tea experience.
Mad Hatter’s High Tea
A Whimsical Easter Holiday High Tea in Brisbane
Step into a world of colour, curiosity and indulgence at Mad Hatter’s High Tea, one of the most delightful upcoming school holiday events in Brisbane.
$0 – A$84.96
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Active & Healthy Sports play/ Water warriors Worongary
Join us for a thrilling mix of games and activities designed to spark joy, laughter, and connection. Tailored for kids aged 5 to 14 years, these sessions combine games and engaging team-building challenges that keep everyone moving and interacting. There may be some water-based games so be prepared to get wet. It’s all about having a blast while staying active.
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Tasmania
LEGO Club at Burnie Library
Explore your creativity and LEGO skills with our weekly LEGO challenges
The Lego Club meets every Monday during school terms from 3:30pm-4:30pm (excluding public holidays).
Free
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Build, make and create at Kingston Library
Join in each month for an after‑school STEAM adventure! Kids aged 6–11 can dive into a unique challenge combining science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. We’ll also have plenty of building and art materials on hand so everyone can invent, remix and create something amazing.
Free
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Family fun with games at Scottsdale Library
Join in at the Scottsdale Library each week for an exciting afternoon of discovering and playing new board and card games!
Free
