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Jester's Jubilee is taking over Kryal Castle during the summer school holidays. See juggling jesters, join circus school, craft silly hats and solve riddles to win prizes. There will be a jumping castle, live shows keeping the castle in stitches, and all of the much-loved Kryal Castle activities including live jousting, potion making, Knight School, …
Step into another world at Sovereign Hill. This summer, leave the everyday at the gate and step straight into the 1850s - a gold rush world bursting to life around you and ready to explore! This isn't just another school holiday outing. It's the kind of day where time slows down, curiosity sparks, and memories …
Wrap up your week with live music, food trucks and a pop-up Garden Bar in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. Enjoy household names, emerging artists and incredible local talent perform live on the Summer Sundays outdoor stage. 3-7pm on Sunday 18 and 25 January in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. See you there!
A Monkey Baa Theatre Company and QPAC’s Out of the Box co-production Where is the Green Sheep? Based on the book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek Written for the stage and directed by Eva Di Cesare Where is the Green Sheep? is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by …
Free activities for children 5 to 12 years only. Join us for fun, hands-on activities for kids to enjoy alongside the play program. Fun in the Parks – Calendar Making: Get creative and start the new year right by designing your very own 2026 calendar. There will be other activities available for children to explore. …
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Join our experienced learning staff to engage in a range of fun, free nature-inspired activities this summer. Get creative with natural materials or learn something new about our native plants and animals as you have some holiday fun in our shady Kids Backyard. Search for different colours and shapes throughout the Australian Garden or investigate …
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Keep the kids active and entertained these school holidays with the Swim & Slide Inflatable Kids' Time - a fun-filled afternoon of climbing, sliding, and swimming. The giant inflatable obstacle course is ready for action, offering hours of excitement as kids test their balance, race their friends, and enjoy time in the water. What’s included …
Softplay playgroup for 6mo-4 years with equipment from Centre Softplay in ASALC's air-conditioned gym rooms. Join Birth and Beyond for a softplay playgroup at the Alice Springs Aquatic and Leisure Centre - 9.30am - 11.30 am Tuesdays - 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th January, 2026 10 Speed St, The Gap - suitable for ages 6mo-4 …
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Play Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) across the Illawarra in our Dungeon Crawl. Hosted by an experienced Dungeon Master, each campaign session will be a standalone game with snacks provided. We also have books about Dungeons & Dragons available to borrow. All high school students are welcome, including both beginner and experienced players. At the final Wollongong campaign, …
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Make your own plushie pal in this hands-on textile workshop designed by artist Kate Mitchell. Use your imaginative flair to create a special soft friend that represents something you want more of in your life: love, silliness, courage, calm or comfort. Take your plushie pal home so you can go adventures together and keep each other …
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Take a moment to appreciate the amazing things about yourself! In this activity, you’ll draw a picture on bunting representing what you're thankful for, maybe something physical like your legs for running fast, or something inside, like your imagination for making ideas interesting. It could even be a character strength, like bravery for showing up …
Cane Toad Bust at George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Ready to get your hands dirty for a good cause? Join us after dark for a family-friendly conservation adventure as part of the national Great Cane Toad Bust Week! Armed with torches and teamwork, you’ll help us search for and safely remove invasive Cane Toads as …
