Jam-packed school holiday fun this January
From arts and crafts to music lessons and martial arts to rock concerts (and so much more!) – local councils offer diverse, entertaining events and things to do for young people to beat back-to-school blues.
These are just a few of the programs available for young people this school holiday season, brought to you by local councils across metropolitan and regional South Australia.
In and around Adelaide
Northern suburbs – Metro Adelaide
Action-packed excitement at the City of Salisbury this January
Whether a beginner or expert chess player, it could be ‘check mate’ for worthy opponents after brushing up on chess strategy skills at the Ingle Farm Chess Club these school holidays.
Pokèmon enthusiasts will be thrilled to learn that not only can they ‘catch them all’, but can also make their own Pokèmon cards and make their own Pikachu ears at the Burton Community Hub.
Star Wars enthusiasts, your time has come! Aspiring ‘padawans’ are being called upon to join the force, where armoured lightsabre duelling can be mastered within a fun, social setting.
May the force be with you and enquire today to find out more.
Calling all screen buffs!
If ever there’s an opportunity to dip your toe into the world of acting, the Town of Gawler has just the chance to shine in front of the silver screen.
‘ACE – A Gawler Youth Film’ presented by Gawler Youth and Environmental Science Media as their fifth film production, plunges into a world of mystery, and solving crime.
Aspiring young actors/actresses can secure their place today via booking for this incredible cinematic journey.
Southern suburbs – Metro Adelaide
Ready to rock?
Release your inner rock god and get your dancing shoes on for the Seastar Rock Concert family event, where storytelling, dance and music come together in a musical must for all.
Rock out and reserve your place with the City of Marion!
Time to build and create
The City of Holdfast has all kinds of workshops and ways for children and young people to keep them entertained, in addition to learning cool new transferable skills.
Lego lovers can set their sights on the Lego Challenge, while others can put craft skills to the test (while bringing home their very own souvenir for loved ones) by moulding and shaping polymer clay to make quirky fridge magnets or even learning the art of ancient art of henna hand painting.
Book now to secure your place and explore your crafty side these school holidays within the City of Holdfast Bay.
Beat to your own drum
The City of Onkaparinga has joined hands with the epic Moni Lashes from The Babes, bringing in an exciting gig of drum clinics for uprising youth of musicians.
Drum in alongside epic summer vibes and book your tickets now.
Eastern suburbs – Metro Adelaide
Roll on up – the circus is in town!
Explore the magic, mystery and defy gravity with the Circus Skills Workshop.
Held by the City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters, this captivating workshop showcases Scott from Circus Elements performing demonstrations and gives those involved the chance to have a go at juggling, flower sticks, plate spinning, stick balancing, handheld stilts and hula hoops.
Step right up and prepare to be entertained via booking today.
Keep calm – do yoga
Breathe in, breathe out and find your centre – the path to practicing mindfulness starts here!
Kids 5 to 8 are encouraged to embrace inner peace and learn how to practice meditation, breathing exercises and the simple moves and stretches involved in simple yoga these school holidays.
Enlighten your mind, body and soul and book today.
Western suburbs – Metro Adelaide
‘Howzat’ for a ‘wicket’ activity in the West
Feeling a bit ‘stumped’ these holidays? Do you live and breathe cricket? Look no further – the Adelaide Strikers are holding an exclusive cricket clinic!
In collaboration with the City of Charles Sturt and Cricket Australia, young cricket wannabes aged 5 to 11 years old can learn from the best, with South Australian Cricket Association’s accredited coaches teaching budding cricket lovers how to bowl, bat and field like a Striker.
Book your place now.
Your chance for aquatic fun
Slip, slop, slap and wrap these summer holidays at Mellor Park Reserve, Brooklyn Park for the free Splash! event. This family event treats guests to everything wet and wild, with giant water slides, jumping castles, messy mud plays and glitter tattoo applications & more!
Find out more & make a splash with the City of West Torrens these school holidays today!
Regional
Spencer Gulf
On your marks, get set – read!
Presented by the Port Pirie Regional Council, the 1001 Books Before School Challenge gives pre-school aged children, parents and caregivers the opportunity to integrate reading within daily life, to get a head start before starting school, and explore the range of books on offer by the Port Pirie and Crystal Brook Libraries.
There are even bonus prizes on offer for those that complete the challenge!
Sign up for the challenge today.
Riverland and Murray/Mallee Area
‘Fur’ real fun (PDF 16.7 MB)
Venture to the wild side with ‘Animals Anonymous’ – a meet and greet with the Riverland’s local, native Australian furry, feathery and slithery animals, birds and reptiles.
Bookings are required – book your place.
All aboard – your river adventure awaits
It’s full steam ahead these school holidays at the Renmark Paringa Council, with an opportunity to experience a one-hour cruise an authentic steam-driven paddle steamer every Sunday in January 2025!
Bookings are essential, so jump aboard and secure your place now.
Limestone Coast
Engage, create, inspire (PDF 660 KB)
Whether it’s learning some new crafty and creative skills, with 3D printing workshops, upcycling and decorating workshops, making your own fidget toys, or for those seeking interactive, immerse activities, such as dancing and musical singalongs, gaming competitions, science fairs and musical lessons – the City of Mount Gambier has it all to keep young people entertained, learning and having a blast during the last weeks of summer holidays before heading back to school.
Explore to find out more.
Fleurieu Peninsula
Jump into fun
Join in on bouncy entertainment with the City of Victor Harbor in the final week of school holidays, where those aged 5 to 10 years can jump, twist, and navigate through the inflatable obstacle course as part of the ‘Inflatable Fun’ event.
Register for this free event now.
Ramp up with serious skating skills (PDF 5.6 MB)
Roll into the new year by learning how to skateboard! Delivered by experienced instructors as part of Alexandrina Council’s school holiday program, the ‘All Aboard’ Skate Program involves skill development, learning skate part etiquette, injury prevention and equipment maintenance, as well as games with a social focus.
Book now to secure your place.
Flinders Ranges and Upper North Region
An array of awesome activities (PNG 2.8 MB)
Head along to the range of activities on offer by the Roxby Downs Council. Held at the Roxby Community Library, explore everything from arts, crafts, gaming, Lego club and toddler Storytime.
Access more information and join in the fun at the Roxby Community Library!
