Central Geelong Autumn School Holiday FUN GUIDE
Happy Holidays!
Welcome to the autumn edition of the Central Geelong Fun Guide.
This program is your go-to-guide for all activities, events and exhibitions being delivered by Central Geelong businesses and the City of Greater Geelong during the autumn school holidays Saturday 30 March – Sunday 14 April.
Activities are suitable for a range of age groups, from ages 3 - 16. See individual activities for details.
Bookings and cost
• See each activity listing for details on how to book and any associated costs.
• Events and bookings are subject to change.
• Places are limited and capacity numbers vary for each activity.
• Please contact the activity provider for further information.
BBQ &BEATS BBQ & BEATS
Saturday 13 April, 11am – 3pm
1000’s of new and preloved vinyl Tasty food truck delights
Guest DJ set by DJ Wolfie Kids craft and entertainment
Little Malop Central Record Fair
Scan the QR code or visit geelongaustralia.com.au/events for more event information
Geelong Library & Heritage Centre
Where: 55 Little Malop Street
Bookings: Please register online at events.grlc.vic.gov.au Children must be supervised by a responsible person (adult or carer) in our libraries and our programs.
Cost: Free
Possum Magic
Bring a little bit of magic into your life as we revisit the Australian classic book Possum Magic by Mem Fox. Read the story, learn about Australian animalsweave a little magic of your own! Ages 5+
When: Tuesday 2 April and Thursday 11 April, 10:30am - 11:30am
Magical Creatures Paper Art
Come along and create your own magical paper art. Try your hand at Origami, pixel art, silhouette art and whatever else inspires your creative spark! Ages 12+
When: Tuesday 2 April and Thursday 11 April, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Tech Taster
Come and discover the magic of exciting technologies available from your library! Bookings essential. Ages 12+
When: Wednesday 3 April, 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Magical Faraway Tree
Take inspiration from Enid Blyton’s magical stories and create a 3D cardboard Enchanted Woods, complete with your own magic faraway tree, fairies, pixies or people. Booking essential. Ages 5+
When: Thursday 4 April, 10:30am - 11:30am
Coding LED Magic
Learn how to turn a BBC micro:bit into a flashing LED screen using code. Make a Magic 8 ball game then ask it questions. Put your name up in lights or make animals magically appear on screen. Bookings essential. Ages 8+
When: Thursday 4 April, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Preschool Magic Storytime
Join us for some magical stories, songs and activities! Make your own magic wand to take home. Ages 3+
When: Friday 5 April, 10:30am – 11:30am
Movie Time
Join us for some movie fun. BYO popcorn! Bookings esssential. Ages 12+ When: Friday 5 April, 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Magical Lego Challenges
Explore the magical world of Lego. Challenge yourself to build a mythical creature, a magic castle or simply go wherever your imagination leads you!
Ages 8+
When: Monday 8 April, 10:30am – 11:30am, Friday 12 April, 2:30pm – 4:00pm
Magical Miniature Books
What better place to write all your hopes and dreams than in a tiny magical book that you create yourself with beautiful recycled papers. Ages 15+
When: Monday 8 April, 2:30pm – 4:00pm
Magic Eye - What Can You See?
See the world in a magical way! Explore seemingly impossible images and illusions while learning how they trick the human brain. Create your own illusions to impress your family and friends. Ages 8+
When: Tuesday 9 April, 10:30am – 11:30am
Family Movie Time
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Bookings essential. Ages 5+
When: Tuesday 9 April, 2:30pm – 4:00pm
Marvellous Magic Tricks
Ever wondered how magicians wow an audience? Come take a look behind the scenes, learn different types of magic and how to do your own tricks!
Ages 8+
When: Wednesday 10 April, 10:30am – 11:30am
Magical Watercolour Landscapes
Be inspired by nature’s magic in this mixed media session where you create your own watercolour landscape. Ages 12+
When: Wednesday 10 April, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Retold Fairy Tales
Come explore the magic of fairy tales with some classic fairy tales re-told, and create your own fairy tale patchwork cottage! Age 3 +
When: Friday 12 April, 10:30am – 11:30am
Geelong Illustrators
Where: Geelong Illustrators, 105 Moorabool Street
Bookings: Essential, see details below
Cost: $15 per child
Paint your pet Bluey Style!
Paint your pet in the style of the popular children’s cartoon Bluey with local artist Aiden Henderson.
When: Friday 5 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Bookings: eventbrite.com.au/o/geelong-illustrators-41410356493 or contact hello@geelongillustrators.com.au
Magic Frog Workshop
Paint a wizard frog in acrylic paints in this workshop with local artist Clare Holder.
When: Wednesday 10 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Bookings: eventbrite.com.au/o/clare-holder-art-33194467047 or contact hello@geelongillustrators.com.au
Rainbow Cat Workshop
Paint a cute cat in acrylic paints in this workshop with local artist Clare Holder.
When: Thursday 11 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Bookings: eventbrite.com.au/o/clare-holder-art-33194467047 or contact hello@geelongillustrators.com.au
Capybara Workshop
Paint a relaxed capybara in acrylic paints in this workshop with local artist Clare Holder.
When: Friday 12 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Bookings: eventbrite.com.au/o/clare-holder-art-33194467047 or contact hello@geelongillustrators.com.au
Kids Tea Blending and Book Reading
Join us for an enchanting tea adventure! Immerse your little ones in the exciting world of herbs and teas with interactive blending, magical storytelling sessions, and delightful tea tastings. Let their creativity bloom with tea-themed activities. A perfect blend of fun and learning awaits this school holidays! Includes tea tastings, storytelling, kids tea and a special tea blend to take home. Ages 5 -10
Where: Well Bar by Australian Tea Masters, 107 Ryrie Street
When: Thursday 11 April, 11:30am – 12:30pm
Bookings: https://australianteamasters.com.au/events or via email hello@australianteamasters.com.au
Cost: $25 per child (Includes 1 accompanying parent/guardian)
BBQ & Beats
Join us in the city for our record collectors’ fair! Browse new and preloved record stalls, dine at delicious food trucks and enjoy free, all ages entertainment including DJ Woflie spinning vinyls and a drop in craft activity for kids!
Where: Little Malop Central (outside Market Square Shopping Centre).
When: Saturday 13 April, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Bookings: This is a drop in activity. No booking required for craft activity however spaces are limited
Cost: Free
Kids Art Classes
Where: Pinot & Picasso Geelong, 150 Ryrie Street
Bookings: Essential. pinotandpicasso.com.au/geelong
Cost: $39 per child, per session
We don’t let the adults have all the fun at Pinot & Picasso. We also love to host art classes for kids at our paint & sip studios. While it’s a fun place for them to explore their creativity tthrough our kids art classes, learn new arty skills, connect with friends and make new mates, it also allows you to take a 90-minute break and get that relaxing pedicure you’ve been wanting or do the grocery shop undisturbed.
Galaxy
When: Tuesday 2 April , 11:00am – 12:30pm
The Magic Castle
When: Wednesday 3 April, 11.00am – 12.30pm
Mystical Mermaid
When: Thursday 4 April,11:00am – 12:30pm
Butterfly
When: Saturday 6 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Crush
When: Monday 8 April, 11:00am–12:30pm
Sid
When: Tuesday 9 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
I- Scream
When: Thursday 11 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Ladybug
When: Friday 12 April, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Decked Out Workshop
This. Is. Gnarly! ‘Decked Out’ is a creative experience where the young ones design their own rad skate deck using Paint Pens! Ages 8+
When: Friday 5 April, 11.00am – 1.00pm
Cost: $79 per child
Build, Paint and Play!
Discover the worlds of Warhammer with a free introductory experience! Build and paint your first Warhammer miniature, and then clash on the battlefields of the far future in the 41st Millennium or the Mortal Realms in a fun, fast-paced game! Warhammer is recommended for ages 10+
Where: Warhammer, 167 Ryrie Street
When: Every Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00am
Bookings: This is a drop-in activity, no booking required
Cost: Free
Star Wars @ Westfield
Spark excitement for your little ones these school holidays, with a visit to our Star Wars themed activity zone, happening for a limited time. Head to Westfield Geelong these school holidays to enjoy a Star Wars photo moment, as well as various Star Wars craft activities. Visit Westfield Geelong’s ‘What’s happening’ page for more details.
Where: Westfield Geelong, 95 Malop Street
When: Monday 8 April - Sunday 14 April, 10:00am - 2:00pm daily
Bookings: No bookings required. Download the Westfield membership app to stay tuned.
Cost: Free
MoPA Makers
MoPA Makers is a craft session that will enable your child’s creativity to bloom! With assistance from MoPA’s educators children will practice important creative and motor skills whilst bringing their unique ideas to life with a range of media.
Where: Museum of Play & Art (MoPA), 51 McKillop Street
When: Every weekday of the school holidays. 4 x two-hour museum sessions daily, each starting at 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm.
Bookings: Essential. museumofplayandart.com.au/play-geelong
Cost: Included in ticket price
Easter at MoPA
Celebrate Easter by making your very own Easter-themed crown!
When: Monday 25 March - Thursday 4 April
Mini Moderns
Express yourself using geometric shapes to create a framed masterpiece!
When: Thursday 4 April - Sunday 14 April
Pure Wonder Soul Studio
Where: Pure Wonder Soul Studio, 2 Powell Place
Bookings: Essential. www.purewondersoulstudio.com/category/ all-products
The Language of Flowers
Discover that every flower carries a hidden message through its colour, name, and type. This workshop aims to help children understand the emotional connections that flowers have with us and our bodies, fostering a deeper appreciation for nature and selfawareness. Each child will create beautiful art using flowers and an essential oil roller to take home.
Ages 7 - 12
When: Tuesday 9 April, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $50 per child
My Body My Language
Imagine if you could understand the language of your own body! Take a journey of self-discovery, exploring the emotions and meanings associated with different parts of your body. Get ready to move your body, create a body book to take home and discover the power of affirmations!
Ages 5 - 10
When: Friday 5 April, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $50 per child
Butterfly Yoga, delivered by Hart in Harmony
A gentle and uplifting session to introduce little ones to yoga and connecting to their breath through interactive storytelling. Offering a space for co-regulation with movement and joy.
Ages 2.5 - 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
When: Monday 8 April, 10:00am – 10:45am
Cost: $25 per child
Girls self-love workshop, delivered by Hart in Harmony
A space for tween girls to connect with others and gain tools to foster self-love, self-compassion and gratitude through movement and expression.
Includes take-home mirror which will be used to create a nurturing practice reflecting the innate beauty of the self. Ages 8 -12
When: Monday 8 April, 1:30pm – 2:45pm
Cost: $35 per child
Geelong Gallery
Where: 55 Little Malop Street
Bookings: Essential. geelonggallery.org.au/events#kids-and-families
Eye Spy for Wee Ones - Native Birds
Join us for a special story time and artmaking activity exploring the beauty of the Australian landscape and create your own felt native bird to take home. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 3 - 5
When: Tuesday 9 April, 10:00am - 10.40am
Cost: $5 per child
Art Adventures - Paper Birds
Explore the artist Dianne Fogwell’s multi-panelled installation, Prescience, and create your own three-dimensional paper native bird using print collage and recycled materials. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 6 - 10
When: Wednesday 10 April, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $5 per child
Gallery Tots
Inspire curiosity and imagination by discovering works of art through interactive storytelling and play-based activities and adventures with your little one. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 18 months - 4 years.
When: Each Friday, 9:30am – 10:00am*
*Session will not be held on Friday 29 March (Good Friday)
Cost: Free
Murran - First Nations Hub
Where: Murran - First Nations Hub, 143-157 Malop Street
Bookings: Essential, see details below
Create a Character with Emma Sjaan Beukers
Dive into the world of character design and fantasy illustration! From crafting your own unique characters to exploring the enchanting realm of mythical creatures, this workshop is a dream come true for young artists. Participants will receive a take-home pack to continue their artistic journey beyond the workshop. Ages 8 – 15 years.
When: Thursday 11 April, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Bookings: Create A Character with Emma Sjaan Beukers | Humanitix
Cost: $15 per child. Free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth.
Flower Crown Workshop with Kiri Tawhai
Blossom into creativity at our Flower Crown Making Workshop with Kiri Tawhai! All are welcome so join us for a blooming good time as we weave nature’s beauty into whimsical crowns. Let your imagination bloom!
When: Wednesday 10 April, 10:00am – 11:30am
Bookings: Flower Crown Wokshop with Kiri Tawhai
Cost: Free
Get Crafty at the National Wool Museum
Where: National Wool Museum, 26 Moorabool Street
Bookings: Visit the National Wool Museum website for more information or to book a session - www.nwm.vic.gov.au
Wild Night Pyjama Party featuring the Trash Puppets
Dress up in your best animal inspired PJs or onesie and bring your family and friends to this afterhours family event. Take a deep dive into the underwater world of Geelong’s Corio Bay and it’s diversity of sea creatures and stories - all brought to life by the amazing Trash Puppets. Go on a scavenger hunt, make your own animal inspired trash puppet or listen to bedtime stories by candlelight. BYO or order a takeaway pizza from Black Sheep for $15 to enjoy in our chillout lounge. All ages. Children 12 years and under must be supervised by a parent at all times.
When: Saturday 6 April, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Cost: $55 per family (2 adults, up to 4 children), $15 per adult, $10 per child
Easter Scavenger Hunt
Can you crack the code to unlock your bag of Easter treats? Follow the clues through the Museum galleries to solve the mystery and claim your prize. Self-guided activity with parental supervision required for children 12 years and under. Suitable for ages 3+
When: Saturday 30 March – Monday 1 April, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: Free with Museum entry
Bugs and Butterflies
Drop into the Museum to create yarn wrapped bugs and butterfly mobiles inspired by the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Choose your bug or butterfly template, wrap it in yarn and add it to your mobile to make a colourful decoration to hang at home. Self-guided activity with parental supervision required for children 12 years and under. Suitable for ages 3+
When: Saturday 30 March – Sunday 14 April, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: Free with Museum entry
Zen Hen Hula | ARTCLUB
Where: Zen Hen Hula Workshop, Cuzens Place, Geelong Bookings: Essential. zenhenhula.com.au or eventbrite.com.au/e/zen-hen-hula-artclub-school-holiday-sessionsautumn-2024-tickets-855118050107?aff=oddtdtcreator
Cost: $15 per child
Easy going art classes for children between the ages of 5 -12 years. Participants will create a wonderful art project to take home. All materials are provided as well as step by step instructions from Kathryn throughout the session. Parents are welcome to stay or drop and go.
Tuesday 2 April
Watercolour dogs 10:00am – 11:00am
Buzzy Bees 11:30am – 12:30pm
Silly Seagulls 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Radical Robots 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Wednesday 10 April
Panda’s Paradise 10:00am – 11:00am
I Scream for Ice Cream 11:30am – 12:30pm
Meet me at the Beach 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Mermaid Magic 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Friday 12 April
Mermaid Magic 10:00am – 11:00am
Unique Unicorns 11:30am – 12:30pm
Watercolour Dogs 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Summer Sunshines 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Learn to Sail
Where: Royal Geelong Yacht Club, 25 Eastern Beach Road, Geelong
When: Tuesday 2 April – Friday 5 April, 9:00am – 1:00pm
Tackers (Kids Learn to Sail)
This start sailing junior course is all about having fun and building confidence. No experience is required, only water confidence. Children sail in pairs and are supervised at all times. Beginner level for kids aged 7 -12
Bookings: rgyc.com.au/learn-to-sail/tackers/
Cost: $425 per child
OutThere Sailing (Youth Learn to Sail)
This course is a great way to have some fun and experience a variety of sailing activities. No experience required, only water confidence. For youths aged 12 -17.
Bookings: rgyc.com.au/learn-to-sail/out-there-sailing/
Cost: $425 per person
The Carousel
Where: The Carousel, 1-11 Eastern Beach Road
When: Thursday 11 April, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Bookings: This is a drop-in activity, no booking required
Cost: Free
Create your own Bollard!
Join us at The Carousel for a fun filled, crafty session of repurposed goodness! Use your imagination, taking inspiration from Geelong’s famous bollards to create your own unique bollard special to you!
