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The bell has almost rung for Term 2, and the winter school holidays are just around the corner! Are you scrambling to find ways to keep the kids entertained? Relax, we’ve got you covered!
Our jam-packed Winter Holiday Guide is your one-stop shop for fun activities across southeast Queensland. It’s the biggest and best guide you’ll find, featuring school holiday camps, kids shows, and exciting adventures to keep those little ones busy throughout the break.
As there is sooooo much going on, our Winter Holiday Guide is conveniently divided into three editions: Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast.
This is your SUNSHINE COAST edition!
Click covers below to view the other regions.
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NAMBOUR SHOWGROUNDS
4 - 7 JULY
Queensland Garden Expo is back and bigger than ever, celebrating its 40th anniversary with four huge days of gardening! Nambour Showgrounds will come alive with information, inspiration and innovation, and more plants than you are likely to ever see in one place! CLICK FOR MORE
NOOSA CIVIC, NOOSAVILLE 26 JUNE - JULY 2, 10 AM - 1 PM
THE WHARF, MOOLOOLABA
24 JUNE - 5 JULY 2024
Get set for a boatload of free school holiday fun this winter at The Wharf Mooloolaba. Week 1 will include children’s character entertainment and ‘minute to win it’ games. Week 2 will include wooden craft activities. All activities are family-friendly, and everyone is encouraged to participate! CLICK FOR MORE
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Calling all courageous adventurers! Prepare for an enchanting journey as you delve into the magical realm of Zog the friendly dragon! Embark on a day brimming with magic, laughter, and newfound friendships, meet Zog in real life and bear witness to his clumsy ways and huge wings up close. CLICK FOR MORE
Experience
IMPRESSIONS CHOICE SUPPORT
DISABILITY SCHOOL HOLIDAY
PROGRAM | 24 JUNE - 5 JULY, 2024
Have a break parents, and let Impressions Choice Support create multiple opportunities of fun and friendship for your child, while being cared for in a safe, friendly and nurturing environment with highly trained support workers. The program caters for children aged 7 – 17 years. CLICK FOR MORE
NOOSA LEISURE CENTRE
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
The Kids’ Playroom is open for casual play sessions for pre-school aged children every day of the week. Let them climb, jump, swing, bounce and balance in an air-conditioned, safe environment while you relax with a coffee from the café. CLICK FOR MORE
LITTLE SEED PRESENTS: THE WIZARD OF OZ
THE J, NOOSA, 5 & 6 JULY, 2024
From the company that presented ‘Peter Pan Jr’ and ‘The Little Mermaid Jr’ comes an abridged version of the beloved classic, perfect for the whole family. Meet the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion as they journey together to the wonderful Wizard of Oz. CLICK FOR MORE
POTTER STEM HOLIDAY PROGRAM | INTEGRATEDSTEM
1 - 5 JULY, 8:45 AM - 3:00 PM
Designed for kids in grades 1-8, this program offers a unique opportunity to explore the science behind some of the most iconic elements of Harry Potter. Using Hogwarts as inspiration, IntegratedSTEM will dive into topics such as chemistry and potions, robotics, coding, and engineering. CLICK FOR MORE
KAWANA SHOPPINGWORLD
24 JUNE - 5 JULY, 2024
Join Kawana Shoppingworld for an exciting and ecofriendly school holiday extravaganza. From 24 June to 5 July, they are bringing you a range of workshops, free activities, and tasty kids’ meals to keep your little ones entertained all holiday long. CLICK FOR MORE
MAROOCHYDORE HOMEMAKER CENTRE
24 - 28 JUNE, 2024
Hide and Sea brings the wonders of the ocean to life! Witness live sea life in this custom-built event, housing six ponds featuring a selection of marine life for visitor interaction. Expert instructors will provide insightful information on the importance of safeguarding our precious sea creatures. CLICK FOR MORE
INDOOR WINTER HOLIDAY FUN
RUSH ADVENTURELAND
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Take the family on a thrilling adventure to Rush Adventureland, indoors and in air-conditioned comfort! With unlimited play time on all fun passes, kids will be running, climbing and sliding their way around a huge multi-level soft-play indoor playground with surprises at every turn. CLICK FOR MORE
JUST ACROBATICS, WARANA
26 JUNE - 3 JULY, 2024
Get ready to flip, tumble and soar as kids dive into a day of action-packed fun. A fun-filled program designed for ages 5 – 11 years, kids will get to experience a variety of activities including acrobatics, aerials, obstacle courses, circus games, arts and crafts, a dance party and so much more!
A week-long workshop creating a production and focusing on the skills of Acting, Singing & Dance! The week will focus on building skills, stage confidence and preparing an end of week showcase production. This is the perfect program for all budding young performers that want a week of theatrical fun. www.little-seed.com.au
EUMUNDI SQUARE, 28 JUNE & 5 JULY
Create magic moments with your family and friends these school holidays with this free flower crown workshop at Eumundi Square. Held on both Friday’s of these coming holidays the 28th of June and on Friday 5th of July, booking time slots for these events is essential and can be done through contacting Belinda on 0437687695. CLICK FOR MORE
HYPT, BUDERIM
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
HYPT’s School Holiday Workshops are back to entertain the kids these Winter holidays. Workshops include: Whimsical Unicorn Cake Making, Art Attack, Despicable Me Day, Winter Slime and more. Plus, HYPT Vacation Club is back with daily vacation care from 9am – 3pm! CLICK FOR MORE
NOOSA REGIONAL GALLERY, TEWANTIN
15 JUNE - 7 JULY , 2024
This winter, Noosa Regional Gallery will transform into a sweet, pastel wonderland for the anticipated return of IMAGINATE, a biennial exhibition event for children. Step into the magical world of Sunshine Daydream, created by Australian artists, Pip and Pop! CLICK FOR MORE
CABOOLTURE REGIONAL ART GALLERY
22 JUNE, 10 AM - 1 PM, 2024
Begin the school holidays with a bang at Caboolture Regional Library’s FREE Family Play Day at the Caboolture Hub!
There will be lots of free activities in the Caboolture Library and Caboolture Regional Art Gallery for big and small kids to explore. CLICK FOR MORE
SUNCOAST CHURCH AUDITORIUM, WOOMBYE | 19 - 21 JUNE, 2024
Suncoast Christian College is presenting its bi-annual musical The Awfully Big Adventures of Peter Pan. This delightful adptation is a modern take on the classic tale by J.M. Barrie.
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KINGS BEACH, CALOUNDRA
10 MAY - 22 JULY 2024
Experience the magic of the Skyline Caloundra presented by HOT91. Marvel at breath-taking views of the Sunshine Coast and Kings Beach. Standing tall at 35 meters, it’s the ideal setting to transform everyday moments into unforgettable memories!
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1-7 JULY 2024
Pop-up booths
Visit our pop-up information booths at different locations every day to learn more about owning a pet on the Sunshine Coast
Learn how to keep our local wildlife safe
Free activities for the kids and a take-home
Sunny’s Pet Safety bag
Meet our mascot
Enjoy a book reading, meet ‘Sunny’, plus other fun activities and a take-home pack
MOOLOOLABA STATE SCHOOL
2 JULY, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 2024
Looking for something fun to do during the school holidays? Then come join the DF4K Crew! This program is open to all primary school kids, no matter what school they go to. They’ll have hip hop dancing, tumbling, yoga, games, and even a super fun dance fitness party! CLICK FOR MORE
PEREGIAN DIGITAL HUB
24 JUNE - 5 JULY, 2024
Tech-loving youngsters are in for a fun, actionpacked two weeks of creating, inventing and having fun with the latest technology. Peregian Digital Hub’s holiday program has a wide variety of courses for girls and boys ages 7+. CLICK FOR MORE
NOOSAVILLE | 24 - 30 JUNE, 2024
Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre Musical Theatre Camps provide high quality training to young performers, whilst giving them the practical experience of working on a show. Open to those between Prep – 18 years of age, all levels of experience are welcome. CLICK FOR MORE
WILD & WISE TRIBE, YANDINA CREEK
5 JULY, 2024
Bush skills, mindfulness and survival skills for ages 8 - 12. At this 6-hour workshop, your child will have fun learning the mindset of survival, how to make fire, how to prepare food and cook on fire, how to gather and treat water in the wilderness, knots and how to build shelter. CLICK FOR MORE
APEX PARK, COOROY
5 JULY, 2024
Join Noosa Council these school holidays for an exciting day of learning new skills and connecting with the community! Chiggys will be running workshops and teaching skills that can be carried over from skateboarding. Tess Miller will be running the Clay Clubs. little bit of magic. CLICK FOR MORE
6 JULY, 2024
Create an air-dried clay creature at Caloundra Regional Gallery. At this drop-in event, kids will have loads of fun exploring texture and shape as they create their favourite real or make-believe clay creature! Held on the first Saturday of every month, suitable for kids aged 4-10. CLICK FOR MORE
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Kids’ workshops
‘Come & try’ sports
STEAM activities
Early learning
Private and state schools
Tutoring and learning support
Sensory room
Mobile planetarium Food trucks
Extra-curricular activities
