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The best kind of winter chill!
Welcome to the cosiest school holidays of the year!
Winter is here, and in Queensland that means something pretty special — crisp mornings, sunny blue-sky days, and just enough chill in the air to finally dig out the good jumpers. It’s honestly the best time of year to get out and explore, and we’ve done all the hard work to help you make the most of it.
Our Winter School Holiday Guide is packed with fun things to do across southeast Queensland — Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. From indoor adventures and creative workshops to outdoor thrills that are so much better without the summer heat, you’ll find something for every kind of kid — the thrillseekers, the daydreamers, and the ones who just want a really good snack stop along the way.
To make planning easy, we’ve split the guide into three editions: Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, so you can quickly find what’s happening near you and build a holiday plan that actually works for your family.
This is your SUNSHINE COAST edition!
Simply click the covers below to view the other regions.
Winter school holiday activities for kids in Winter school holiday activities for kids on the BRISBANE GOLD COAST
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Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
WINTER FULL DAY SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
SUNSHINE COAST RECREATION
PRECINCT, CURRIMUNDI | JULY 1 - JULY 7
The Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct is the place to be for kids aged 8 -16 these school holidays! The full-day adventure programs are packed with exciting activities that will keep kids active, entertained and learning new skills. From rock climbing to archery, there’s something for every young adventurer. CLICK FOR MORE >>
AERIALCATZ WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
AERIALCATZ, MAROOCHYDORE
JUNE 29 - JULY 10 |
Aerial Catz has got all your circus dreams covered these school holidays! Join them for hours of fun with circus skills, aerial silks, trapeze, hammock, games, arts & crafts, and much more. Suitable for children aged 5–15 years, from complete beginners through to experienced aerialists. CLICK FOR MORE >>
LITTLE SEED THEATRE CO WINTER THEATRE HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
NOOSA, CALOUNDRA, GYMPIE, BYRON BAY, MAROOCHYDORE, | JUNE 29 - JULY 17
Calling all Prep – Grade 7 students! Join Little Seed Theatre Company for 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. CLICK FOR MORE >>
DINO DIG ADVENTURE
CALOUNDRA SHOPPING CENTRE
JULY 6 - 12, 10 AM - 1 PM
School Holidays just got prehistoric at Caloundra Shopping Centre! Calling all little explorers ! This July, uncover ancient fossils, piece together dinosaur discoveries and dig into hands-on fun at their Dino Dig Adventure. Perfect for curious minds and school holiday adventures. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN
RUSH ADVENTURELAND, MAROOCHYDORE | DAILY
Are you looking for things to do with the kids in the school holidays? Get ready to 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 having a blast running, climbing and sliding their way around a huge multilevel soft-play indoor playground. CLICK FOR MORE >>
DISCOVER SHARKLIFE AT SEA LIFE SUNSHINE COAST
SEA LIFE SUNSHINE COAST | DAILY
This school holidays, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast invites families to get closer to our different shark species and learn how they help keep our marine environment balanced and thriving. From Grey Nurse Shark to Black Tip Reef Shark, every encounter is a chance to understand how life in the ocean is connected. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
FREE SUNCATCHER WORKSHOPS AT EUMUNDI SQUARE
EUMUNDI SQUARE | FRIDAY 3 & 10 JULY
Join Eumundi Square for their Free School Holiday CLIMBING WALLS
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT THE GINGER FACTORY
SUNSHINE COAST, YANDINA
JUNE 29 - JULY 10
You won’t want to miss out on their free activities including highland cow kisses, a delight for animal lovers in Week 1. Meet their fluffy highland friends and cuddle up to cute black and white faced sheep and mini donkeys. You’ll fall in love at their Highland Cow Kissing Booth. CLICK FOR MORE >>
OPEN 7 DAYS
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
KANGAMOO & THE NOT NEW CREW
NOOSA CIVIC| JULY 1 - JULY 10
Discover a new kind of superhero at Noosa Civic these school holidays, as Kangamoo & The Not New Crew inspire children to reimagine their favourite animals!
Joined by Raterpiller, Uniprawn, Fladingo and more fun characters, there’s activities to suit a range of ages and interests, from guided drawing and story building to games, puzzles and giveaways. CLICK FOR MORE >>
WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN WITH NOOSA COUNCIL
NOOSA COUNCIL VENUES
JUNE 27 - JULY 12
Noosa Council’s venues offer a range of fun activities to keep your children entertained over the school holidays, from storytelling to crafty workshops, indoor and outdoor sporty fun, there’s something for every little one at a Noosa Council venue this winter. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Discover Sharklife
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Step into the underwater world and discover about sharks. This school holidays, SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast invites families to get closer to our different shark species, and learn how they help keep our marine environment balanced and thriving.
Kids will receive a FREE Discover Sharklife activity booklet that keeps them engaged!
Walk through the ocean tunnel, and explore how these incredible sharks interact with other marine life.
Enjoy a variety of activities that teach kids on myth-busting and conservation facts about sharks!
Visitors aged 14+ can take their jawsome day out to the next level, by venturing into the water for the exhilarating Shark Dive Xtreme experience. The cageless diving adventure is available to people with zero diving experience and guarantees an underwater encounter with sharks!*
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. Cost: Included in admission. *Shark Dive Xtreme: Upgraded experience.
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
UNREAL CHILLS & THRILLS
AUSSIE WORLD | JUNE 27 - JULY 19
Looking for the ultimate way to keep the kids entertained these winter school holidays? Step into UNREAL Chills & Thrills at Aussie World, where cool days are packed with action, adventure and non-stop
WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WINTER WONDERLAND CRAFTY FUN
PELICAN WATERS SHOPPING VILLAGE | JUNE 29 - JULY 9
Looking for something fun to do these school holidays? Join Pelican Waters Shopping Village for Winter Wonderland Crafty Fun! Bring the kids along and enjoy a range of FREE winter-themed craft activities, with a different creation to make each session.
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Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
CODE CAMP WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
IN-PERSON AND ONLINE | JUNE 29 - JULY 10
This winter school holidays, kids across Australia can step into a world where games are built, robots come to life, and creativity runs wild at Code Camp, one of Australia’s most loved holiday programs for kids. Spots are limited. Parents are encouraged to book early to secure their child’s place.
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AQUARIUM ADVENTURE HOLOGRAM ZOO, NAMBOUR | DAILY
Dive into a brand-new underwater adventure these school holidays at Hologram Zoo Sunshine Coast! The all-new Aquarium Hologram Adventure transports families beneath the waves and into the lost city of Atlantis, where life-size whales, dolphins, orcas, turtles, crabs, octopus, piranhas, crocodiles and more come to life through incredible hologram technology.
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The Best Day Out
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT NOOSA
FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
NOOSA FAIR | JUNE 29 - JULY 10
Kick off the school holidays with the fabulous Miss Donna Balloon Workshop! Miss Donna will be performing two entertaining shows daily on Monday 29 June, Wednesday 1 July and Friday 3 July. Show times are 10am and 12 noon. Then get ready for some serious cuteness overload with the return of their ever-popular Baby Animal Display! CLICK FOR MORE >>
TENNIS HOLIDAY & SPORTS CAMP MATTHEW FLINDERS ANGLICAN COLLEGE
JUNE 29 - JULY 8
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MUSICAL
Step into a world of magic, music and sparkling transformation as Cinderella arrives in Noosa this July. Brought to life by a talented cast of young performers, this beloved musical reimagines the classic fairy tale with humour, heart, and unforgettable songs.
From pumpkin carriages and glass slippers to a royal ball you won’t want to miss, Cinderella is a joyful celebration of believing in yourself and daring to dream big. Perfect for families, theatre lovers, and audiences of all ages, this enchanting production promises laughter, romance, and a little bit of fairy-tale magic
The J, Noosa | July 10 & 11
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL AT QUEENSLAND AIR MUSEUM
QUEENSLAND AIR MUSUEM
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Experience a great day out for all the family with a unique chance to get right up close to the many aircraft on display. There are free tour guides on hand most days to enhance your visit and make the exhibits ‘come to life’. The Queensland Air Museum is also a great wet-weather venue with many exhibits under cover. CLICK FOR MORE >>
MIXFM’S GIVE ME 5
VARIOUS LOCATIONS ACROSS THE SUNSHINE COAST | DAILY
This year’s plan features a packed calendar of community events, fundraisers, auctions, challenges, and on-air initiatives, giving everyone the opportunity to get involved. From charity golf days to familyfriendly fundraisers and community activations, every dollar raised stays local and helps fund services that make a difference. CLICK FOR MORE >>
It’s Fun, Re-imagined!
Join Kangamoo & The Not New Crew for School Holiday fun at Noosa Civic. Kids will discover a world with a new kind of superhero and get to create their own.
Dates: Wed 1st to Fri 3rd July Mon 6th to Fri 10th July
Time: 10am - 1pm
Location: Noosa Civic Foodcourt
Cost: Free
Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
K-POP ICONS
THE EVENTS CENTRE | JUNE 28
Returning to Queensland for the winter school holidays by popular demand. Get ready to sing, dance, and party like never before with the K-POP ICONS – the ultimate concert starring the UK’s first virtual K-Pop band and a sensational live dance crew delivering a world-exclusive experience, celebrating Korea’s global music phenomenon!
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CALOUNDRA CUP DAY
SUINSHINE COAST TURF CLUB
JULY 5 @ 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Ride the giant 26m Wheel of Oz, enjoy live music all day, watch the colour and excitement of Billy J Fashions on the Field, and explore The Avenue, set across the sprawling front lawn and packed with food trucks, plenty of drink options, picnic spots and treats for everyone to enjoy.
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Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Activities
TINY HUMANS DANCING: JUNGLE
SAFARI PARTY
THE SHED AT AUSSIE WORLD
11 JULY 2026 | 11AM – 1PM
Tiny Humans Dancing is bringing a proper kids rave dance party to the Sunshine Coast – packed with huge tunes, crazy jungle safari theming, confetti blasts, bubble machines, games, lighting effects and non-stop energy for little legends and their grown-ups.
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Fields of Feelings: Explore our hands-on clay lab inspired by ceramic artist Bonnie Hislop.
HYPT WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
HYPT BUDERIM, DAILY
HYPT’s School Holiday Workshops are back to entertain the kids these Easter School Holidays. Workshops include: Slime Festival, Pop Star Pamper Studio, Science Explosion, Hypt v Tilly Belle Day, Slime Lab, Unicorn Academy, Neon Glow Vibes, Winter Slime, Swifty Starstruck and many more.
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“A truly theatrical
Sculpt your own artwork these school holidays! 20 JUNE - 12 JULY Fri 31 Jul, 10am, 12.30pm & 4.30pm
- The List
| theeventscentre.com.au Join the witch and her animal friends as they soar through the sky on a broomstick adventure the whole family will love!
from the book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
The Events Centre and CDP Kids present
Tall Stories’ production of
EDUCATION Fair
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Rest of SE QLD
SPARK IPSWICH ARTS FESTIVAL
IPSWICH | JULY 8 - JULY 12
It’s time to ignite your creativity with SPARK Ipswich Arts Festival! This much-loved festival is packed with plenty of creative adventures to enjoy with the kids during the school holidays. Check out the Ipswich Festivals website for the latest information about all the family friendly events. CLICK FOR MORE >>
WINTERFEST
DREAMWORLD | JUNE 27 - JULY 12
Winterfest transforms Dreamworld into a festive winter playground, bringing the magic of a European-style winter to the Gold Coast. With winter activities layered on top of Dreamworld’s rides, wildlife encounters and family attractions, Winterfest is the perfect way to enjoy the school holidays together. PLUS entry to Winterfest is FREE with your Dreamworld entry ticket or Annual Pass! CLICK FOR MORE >>
WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT TREVENA GLEN
TREVENA GLEN FARM, MOUNT SAMSON
JUNE 27 - JULY 12
Enjoy a huge range of animals and the friendliest group of ponies you’ll meet! Soak up the fresh country air whilst enjoying activities like the multistory adventure tree house, ride a horse and the unique miniature train.
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BALLET THEATRE QUEENSLAND PRESENTS SNOW WHITE
QPAC
JULY 9 - JULY 12
Mirror, mirror on the wall … who is the fairest of them all? Don’t miss the return of this smash-hit cinematic ballet production with stunning choreography by Clare Morehen and music by Dr. Lucas D. Lynch performed by the Cadenza Chamber Players. This is a fairytale favourite for the whole family! CLICK FOR MORE >>
Rest of SE QLD
HISTORIC RIVERMILL – A MUST-VISIT
THIS WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
HISTORIC RIVERMILL, MOUNT NATHAN
JUNE 27 - JULY 12
At Historic Rivermill children can interact with horses, alpacas, turtles and goats, and enjoy their Mini & Me horse and pony rides, where parents ride side by side with their little ones. While the kids explore and connect with the animals, parents can relax with a coffee and take in the peaceful river views. CLICK FOR MORE >>
KOAL
BRISBANE POWERHOUSE | JULY 9 - JULY 11
KOAL is an original interactive solo show by Jacinta Yelland that immerses audiences in the heart of the devastating 2019 Australian bushfires. Blending powerful storytelling with audience participation, the work invites viewers to experience the human and environmental impact of one of the most significant natural disasters in Australia’s history.
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EMMA MEMMA JUNGLE PICNIC TOUR
THE PRINCESS THEATRE | JULY 19
Fresh off her second ARIA Award win, Emma Memma is heading around Australia with a brand-new 40-date national tour for her upcoming album Jungle Picnic! Get ready for joyful movement, imagination, dancing elephants, sing-along moments, and inclusive storytelling for the whole family!
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ACROSS THE REGION: WINTER HARVEST FESTIVAL
SCENIC RIM | JUNE 27
Winter Harvest Festival is the ultimate farm gate event for families and food lovers alike. As the signature event of Eat Local Month, this authentic food festival proudly showcases the best of the Scenic Rim’s culinary offerings. It’s an invitation to literally eat and drink your way around the region in one flavour-filled day!
