School Holidays Spring 2025
Big fun for little adventurers. Discover the coolest ways to play, create and explore in Parramatta these school holidays!
We have rounded up the best activities for kids to enjoy these school holidays! From music workshops to space play and netball clinics, there’s something for every curious mind and active body. Whether your little ones love to move, make, or explore, Parramatta is packed with fun this winter.
Indoor and Outdoor Fun
Get ready for a winter holiday adventure like no other in Parramatta!
We’ve rounded up the best indoor and outdoor activities across Parramatta, from creative workshops and trivia games to skate sessions and nature play. It’s all in one handy blog to help you plan a fun-filled winter without breaking the bank.
Check it out and start building your holiday itinerary!
Active Parramatta Programs
Monday 7 - Friday 18 July
Here's what's on:
- Sports Clinics: From NRL and AFL to netball, handball and tennis, there's a sport for every child to enjoy.
- Dance and Movement: Get moving with zumba kids, gymnastics, and other exciting dance and martial arts classes.
- Fun and Games: Try out ten pin bowling, aerial enchantment, pickleball, hula hoop and other fun activities that will keep your kids engaged and active.
The Adventures of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie
Thursday 2 October
In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.
School Holidays at PHIVE
Monday 29 September - Friday 10 October
Step into a world of creativity and curiosity with a jam-packed program of free and low-cost activities for kids of all ages.
- Bento Workshop: Design and decorate your own kawaii bento box using fresh ingredients and fun food styling techniques.
- Paper Flowers: Craft a colourful bouquet of paper blooms to take home or gift to someone special.
- Roving Dinosaurs: Meet life-like dinosaurs roaming PHIVE, perfect for dino fans and curious explorers!
Sports Clinics at Sydney Olympic Park
7 - 18 July
Let your kids unleash their energy and curiosity with a thrilling line up of school holiday programs at Sydney Olympic Park's world-class sporting venues!
From soccer goals to archery targets, swimming strokes to table tennis smashes - there's something for every young adventurer.
Performances on at Riverside Theatre
Splish Splash Science
Splish Splash Science
Saturday 30 September - Wednesday 3 October
Join ringmaster Rip Tide as he expertly explores and experiments with the exciting properties of this exceptional chemical.
Same Like Yesterday
Same Like Yesterday
Wednesday 30 September - Thursday 4 October
A vibrant, animated storytelling production sharing Adnyamathanha culture through art, music, and Dreamtime stories.
The Farmy Farm
The Farmy Farm
Thursday 4 - Tuesday 9 October
Set in their favourite part of Australia, Legend Farms, join Kenny & Jenny for a day in the life of getting their jobs done with a tractor-load of circus and farming tomfoolery.
Activities at Our Libraries
View our top picks from our school holiday programs in our libraries below.
Bookings for Library School Holiday Activities open at 9:30am on Monday 15 September.
Construct a Dinosaur
Construct a Dinosaur
Monday 29 September
Ermington Library
Construct your very own dinosaur skeleton by assembling all the wooden ‘bones’! Use your problem-solving skills to fit all the parts together and create a 3D model of this ancient reptile.
Ceramic Owl Money Box
Ceramic Owl Money Box
Wednesday 1 October
Constitution Hill Library
In this fun and hands-on session, children will decorate their very own ceramic owl money box. Using paints, stickers, and plenty of imagination, kids will bring their wise little owl to life while learning about saving money in a playful way.
Travel Through the Ages
Travel Through the Ages
Wednesday 1 October
Dundas Library
Children embark on an immersive journey through three fascinating eras like Ancient Egypt, the Medieval Era, and the Space Race. At each stop, they uncover captivating facts and dive into interactive challenges like decoding hieroglyphics, training as knights, and building rockets.
Decofoam Rainbow Fish Fun
Decofoam Rainbow Fish Fun
Friday 11 July
Carlingford Library
We can't wait to see the colourful masterpieces you will create and share your fish-tastic creations with your friend. Whether you are a crafty pro or just looking for a fun morning, this event is perfect for anyone looking to add a splash of colour to their day.
Science or Magic Show
Science or Magic Show
Wednesday 8 October
Parramatta Library
In a humorous and engaging manner, the Jolly Professor and Rusty the Robot will present numerous strange experiments that seem like Magic, but will indeed be Science.
Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Thursday 9 October
Parramatta Library
Prosthetic Leg: a biomedical engineering activity where participants work in small teams to design and build their own prosthetic leg from common household materials.
