Are you looking for some activities to do during the school holidays? We have put together some suggestions your kids will love listed below.
Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast
House Down Under
Australia’s first upside down house photo experience where you capture the most surreal photos, unique poses from an inverted perspective!
Flip your world on its head when you step inside House Down Under, the inverted house that appears to have dropped from the sky, Wizard of Oz style.
Limited only by your imagination, capture surreal and creative photo memories while having a laugh with family and friends. Feel on top of the world, walking (or dancing) on the ceilings, visiting a bathroom with an upside down toilet, exploring the inverted kids room, home office, entry way, lounge room, bedroom, kitchen area and more – all of these are upside down.
Your tickets gives you:
Unlimited time in the house
Countless photo opportunities
Explore six different areas
Ticket Prices:
$19 each – Single Tickets (inc kids)
17 each – 3 tickets or more (inc kids)
Free – kids under 4 years old
https://housedownunder.com.au/booking/
Victoria
Gardening for kids – free activity
Join for a fun-filled gardening experience with Gardening 4 Kids! Little ones can let their creativity bloom as they plant organic sunflower seeds into biodegradable pot, then decorate the pot, carry bag, and bamboo plant label to make it uniquely theirs. Take the potted seeds home and watch as beautiful sunflowers grow.
https://whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au/things-to-do/gardening-4-kids
Victoria the T. Rex – Melbourne Museum
See the biggest and best example of a real T. rex fossil to ever be shown in Australia. Victoria the T. rex is a world-class, interactive exhibition starring the real fossil skeleton of a 66-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus named Victoria.
https://whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au/things-to-do/victoria-the-t-rex
Imaginator – Docklands
FEED THE IMAGINATION IN A PLACE OF LIGHT, SOUND & WONDER.
Imaginator is a new form of immersive play where imagination and technology collide to create a stunning audio-visual play experience from the future.
Enjoy the journey at your own pace and craft an experience to suit you. Make it super playful and connect with your inner child or slow down and relax to soothing sounds and scintillating visuals from world class digital artists.
For all ages
New South Wales
Spark Magic with Disney Princesses at Westfield this Spring – Various Sydney Suburbs
Get your tiaras and wands ready, because Westfield is transforming into a fairytale wonderland this September and October!
Families across Sydney are in for a royal treat as Disney Princesses come to life with enchanting experiences that will have your little ones dreaming of castles, crowns, and happily ever afters.
https://www.ellaslist.com.au/sydney/events/disney-westfield
Secret Garden: Lavender Lane at The Grounds of Alexandria
Lavender Lane at the Grounds of Alexandria has arrived and will transport you into a purple paradise. Free for Diners.
Join a NSW National Parks guide for a fun, hands-on session and explore the world of Australia’s friendly native bees.
https://www.ellaslist.com.au/sydney/events/secret-garden-at-the-grounds-of-alexandria
Australian Capital Territory
National Dinosaur Museum
This place is excellent for kids who are right into dinosaurs. It is literally the largest dinosaur display in Australia. Here you can dive into the world of the prehistoric animal, run, hide or play dead, you will want to visit this extraordinary attraction near Canberra!
https://nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au/
Old Parliament House Free Entry
The Museum of Australian Democracy (MOAD) is an iconic political location. What’s great about visiting MOAD is that it is suitable for all ages as they have a dedicated interactive ‘Play” zone.
Northern Territory
Wave Lagoon – Free
There’s something about the water that practically all kids love. We also approve of the chance to tire the kids out before bedtime. Hanging out at Wave Lagoon is probably one of the best free school holiday activities to do in Darwin.
This safe wave and swimming lagoon rolls out different wave patterns and includes a shallow water play area for younger children.
https://www.waterfront.nt.gov.au/wave-lagoon
Desert Festival 2024, 27th – 29th September – Various Locations
Alternate realties and shifting perspectives
The theme of the 2024 program is ‘Alternate realties and shifting perspectives’, focusing on immersive experiences and opportunities for play that assist audiences to immerse themselves into stories from the heart of Australia.
What is Desert Festival?
Desert Festival (AKA Desfest) is Red Hot Arts’ annual signature event; a multi-arts festival held each September showcasing local and regional content to celebrate arts, culture and community. It is the only local event that provides a multi-disciplinary platform for Central Australian artists from diverse cultural backgrounds across all artforms
https://www.desfest.com/artists2024/
South Australia
National Motor Museum – Birdwood
Set in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, the National Motor Museum explores the social history of Australia through the lens of motoring.
Visitors will discover vehicles that travelled Australia and linked some of the most isolated communities in the world. From the earliest of vehicles like the Shearer Steam Engine (1896) to modern day innovations, explore the stories, history, and the engineering behind some of the country’s most loved vehicles.
https://motor.history.sa.gov.au/
Cleland Wildlife Park
This ‘kids only’ zone is drop and go – parents, you get to go and relax! The Cleveland Wildlife Park has you covered these holidays with nature based activities like scavenger hunts, animal encounters and games. Every school holidays is a new theme, so there is no way that kids can get bored! These day experiences are open to kids 6-13 years and sell out quick. Get it quick to secure your spot.
https://www.clelandwildlifepark.sa.gov.au/kids-community/kids-experiences/school-holidays
Western Australia
WA Museum Boola Bardip
A museum about Western Australia.
Our people, our places and our role in the world. Designed by international architect consortium Hassell + OMA, the Museum hosts eight new permanent exhibitions focused around three major themes: • Being Western Australian: Celebrating the diversity of our people • Discovering Western Australia: A gateway to our incredible State • Exploring the World: Investigating WA and its place in the world Each theme is explored through the Museum’s vast research and collections—helping visitors understand a broad range of topics including the formation of the Universe, WA inventions, extinct and newly discovered species,
and the State’s diverse communities.
https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/boolabardip
Perth Royal Show 21 – 28 September 2024
This year, get ready for an elevated experience – we’ve pulled out all the stops to bring you as Show that’s better than ever before. And, thanks to the support of the State Government, adults can attend for half-price and children 15 and under are FREE.
With so much to see and do, the Perth Royal Show is the perfect day out for families, friends, and fun-seekers of all ages.
https://perthroyalshow.com.au/
Queensland
Outdoor Gallery – Howard Smith Wharves Art Projection – free event
Michelle Xen’s artwork Mnemonic will be projected at Howard Smith Wharves from 14 June to 3 November 2024, 5.30pm-11.30pm, as part of Brisbane City Council’s latest Outdoor Gallery exhibition ‘Paradise Gloss’.
Botanical Treasure Hunt
Crack the clues to discover the natural treasures hidden within the Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Work alone or in a group and explore the Botanic Gardens to solve this exciting treasure hunt.
https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on-and-events/event/botanical-treasure-hunt-177151854
Tasmania
Tasmania Zoo – Tamar Valley, 18kms from Launceston
Tasmania Zoo is located in the foothills of the Tamar Valley, 18kms from Launceston CBD.
Tasmania Zoo is home to over 1000 individual animals, representing over 100 species.
https://www.onlytasmania.com.au/tasmania-zoo-open
Maritime Museum of Tasmania
The Maritime Museum of Tasmania is dedicated to preserving Tasmanias rich maritime heritage for your enjoyment and information.
The Museum is a valuable resource to tourists, researchers, teachers, kids and anyone with an interest in things maritime.
