This year’s Youth Week program is packed full of free activities and events for young people aged 12 to 18 to enjoy! Youth Week
is a time for young people to come together in their communities.
Live ‘n’ Loud at the
Library
Thursday, 16 April 2026 | 5pm - 9pm
Grafton Library
A night dedicated to the incredible young musical
talent in our region Head to the Grafton Library
carpark for an all-ages live music gig showcasing
local musos and bands, plus food and drinks, stalls and entertainment Drug and alcohol free event
Outdoor Laser Skirmish
Thursday, 16 April 2026 | 9am - 11am
Iluka Skate Park
Monday, 20 April 2026 | 3pm - 5pm
Lawrence Memorial Park
Outdoor laser skirmish uses inflatable barriers to
create an exciting battlefield A fun, active way to
test your teamwork and strategy skills, perfect for
the young people of all ages Facilitated by Aim to
Please
No Bookings Required
Proudly supported by Clarence Valley Council
council.nsw.gov.au/youth-week
Colour Fun Run
Friday, 17 April 2026 | 9am - 12pm
Wherrett Park, Maclean
Bulgarr Ngaru Aboriginal Medical Service are
excited to bring another Colour Fun Run to
Maclean The event is set to be jam packed with
fun obstacles, activities, music, stalls, a free BBQ, prizes Bring the whole family along, there will
something for all ages to enjoy!
Bookings: events humanitix com/youth-weekcolour-fun-run-2026
Create a Dreamcatcher
Workshop
Friday, 17 April 2026 | 1pm - 3pm
Grafton Regional Gallery
A creative morning with local artist, Amber Morris
In this hands-on workshop, you will craft your own
unique dreamcatcher using textured wools, beads,
gumnuts, feathers and crystals to take home
Bookings: call Amber on 0478 099 905
Youth Markets
Saturday, 18 April 2026 | 9am - 12pm
Yamba Library & Community Centre
A student-led initiative from Maclean High School’s
Youth Voice program in collaboration with Mudyala
Aboriginal Corporation. This event supports young
creators, makers and young entrepreneurs can
showcase and sell their products
No Bookings Required
Youth Basketball
Tournament
Monday, 20 April 2026 | 10am - 2pm
PCYC, Grafton
Register your team or come along to cheer from
the sideline Open to young people aged 12–25,
with junior and senior divisions
Bookings: events humanitix com/2026-youth-
week-basketball-tournament
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Snacks & Art
Friday, 17 April 2026 | 3.30pm - 5pm
Yamba Skate Park
Join the legends from Surf Camp Down Under for a
free afternoon activity where young people can
skate, learn new skills, enjoy some tasty snacks,
get creative and hang out
No Bookings Required
Youth Run for
Mental Health
Sunday, 19 April 2026 | 7am - 9am
Memorial Park, Grafton
A student-led event created by young people in the
South Grafton High School’s Youth Voice Program
to help start conversations on mental health
Bookings: events.humanitix.com/youth-run-formental-health-2026
Art & Craft Activities Day
Tuesday, 21 April | 11am - 3pm
Yamba Library & Community Centre
Alternative art activities will be held throughout the
centre to provide creative and engaging arts and crafts experiences for young people
Bookings: events humanitix com/art-activities-day
All Youth Week events are drug, alcohol and vape free. Under 12's
must be accompanied by a responsible adult. All events are free.
Proudly supported by Clarence Valley Council
council.nsw.gov.au/youth-week
Sliding into Term 2
Wednesday, 22 April | 3pm - 6pm
Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre
Wrap up the school holidays and celebrate youth
week with a splash with 100 free entry and water
slide passes for young people aged 12 plus
Bookings: events.humanitix.com/sliding-back-into-
term-2
Your Future Fest
Thursday, 23 April
Session 1: 9:30am - 12pm
Session 2: 12pm - 2:30pm
Grafton Tafe Campus
A free career event for young people hosted by
Country University and TAFE NSW Explore hands-
on skill stations, connect with local employers and education providers, and gain real insight into
future study and career pathways
No Bookings Required
Movie Screening - GOAT
Sunday, 26 April 2026 | 12 midday Yamba Cinema
Enjoy a free community screening of GOAT – a feel-good story about dreaming big and backing
yourself The first 100 tickets are free for 12+ and includes popcorn and a drink
Bookings: yambacinema.com.au
Floral Posy Workshop
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | 4pm - 6pm
The Green House Collective
A hands-on workshop with The Green House
Collective Learn simple arranging techniques and leave with your own beautiful posy to take home
Bookings: https://shorturl.at/iCp8R
Interschools Touch Gala
Primary School Day
Thursday, 23 April | 10am - 2pm
Rushforth Park, South Grafton
High School Day
Friday, 24 April | 10am - 2pm
Rushforth Park, South Grafton
An inclusive Touch Football Gala and activities
event running across two days for primary and high
school students, led by Bulgarr Ngaru Aboriginal
Medical Service
For more information call 0484 034 719
Proudly supported by Clarence Valley Council
council.nsw.gov.au/youth-week