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PACKED GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING DURING THE JUNE / JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS.
With so many low-cost and no-cost activities on offer, Townsville’s youth won’t have a moment to spare.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Townsville City Council has endeavoured to include activities that support the inclusion of children with disabilities or additional needs, young people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, and from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. These activities aim to remove barriers and provide social opportunities for all children, with the purpose of building capacity and inclusion within the Townsville community. All events are drug and alcohol free. Activities are FREE to attend unless otherwise specified.
All event information has been provided by the event/activity providers. Townsville City Council is not responsible for any errors in the information supplied by those providers.
Townsville City Council acknowledges the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, Bindal, Gugu Badhun and Nywaigi people as the Traditional Owners of this land. We pay our respects to their cultures, their ancestors and their Elders, past, present and all future generations.
GUIDE LEGEND
E Early Childhood (0–5 years)
P Primary School (5–12 years)
Y Youth (12–18 years)
A All ages
CASUAL PLAY A
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Swing, play and climb at your own pace on our fun & challenging obstacles designed for all ages and skill levels. Plus, a seperate soft play multi-level playground for ages 2-7 years! Walk-ins are welcome. Bookings highly recommended via our website.
PERCY’S ACTIVITY SPACE
E P Y A
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
The Percivals 2026 has a dedicated activity space open for all ages! Head to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and join in the fun! Create some crazy creatures with our magnet wall; draw a portrait; or colour in some cute Aussie animals.
ANNUAL SHELL SHOW
A
PRESENTED BY
TOWNSVILLE SHELL CLUB INC
Shells from all over the world are on display to show what an exciting and beautiful world we live in. Activities are provided for younger people, puzzles for older visitors. Come along and be amazed.
WHEN WEEKDAYS
10AM – 6PM WEEKENDS 9AM – 3PM
WHEN
AVAILABLE UNTIL 30 AUGUST
TUESDAY TO FRIDAY: 10AM - 5PM SATURDAY TO SUNDAY: 10AM - 1PM
CLOSED ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
WHEN 18 JUL 9.30AM – 4PM 19 JUL 9AM – 2PM
WHERE
18 Blackhawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central COST
FROM $12
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 0427 169 762 townsville@ninjaparc.com.au book.ninjaparc.com.au/ location/townsville/book/ casual-play
WHERE
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City
COST FREE
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. (07) 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld. gov.au /whatson.townsville. qld.gov.au/events/thepercivals-2026
WHERE
Orchid Society Hall, Kirwan
COST
$1
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 0460 872 418 marianworsfold@gmail.com
QUEST ROCKS!
PRESENTED BY
QUEST TOWNSVILLE ON EYRE
Join the Quest these school holidays. Amongst our favourite local spots along The Strand, we have hidden Quest Rocks. Find one painted with the letter “Q” and return to Quest Townsville on Eyre and claim your prize. Happy hunting!
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP
PRESENTED BY NINJA PARC TOWNSVILLE
Learn to master all our obstacles during 3 hours of fully supervised fun with a dedicated Ninja Ranger! Ninja headband and snack provided. Drop the kids off or relax in our on-site cafe.
WHEN 27 JUN – 12 JUL 2 – 5PM
Discount code: CAMP15
WHEN 27 JUN – 12 JUL 9AM – 5PM
“ANIMALS ON COUNTRY” BY VICTOR STEFFENSEN
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Read “Animals on Country” at Rossiter Park these holidays. Discover how animals depended on First Nations People people to care for Country and protect their homes. Join Uncle Kuu to explore the animal world and the value of First Nations knowledge today.
North Ward
No bookings required.
WHERE 18 Blackhawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
Booking required. 0427 169 762 townsville@ninjaparc.com.au book.ninjaparc.com.au/ location/townsville/book/ school-holiday-camps
WHERE Rossiter Park, Kimball Street, Aitkenvale COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 07 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4xpcF3o
WINTER SOLSTICE BUSH DANCE WITH WATTLE-N-GUM
PRESENTED BY PALUMA AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
Enjoy a sausage sizzle from midday, with additional refreshments available. Dance along with the Wattle-n-Gum Bush Band from 1pm, with guidance and support through each step – no experience needed! Suitable for all ages, from 5 to 85 years.
SOROPTIMIST PARK COMMUNITY PLANTING DAY
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL
Lend a hand to help the land by planting native plants and help protect our natural environment! All the tools you need will be provided - just wear enclosed shoes, sun safe clothing and bring a water bottle.
A PRESENTED BY BROADWAY ACADEMY TSV
Join Broadway Academy Townsville for their 2026 mid-year concerts, Fearless and It Roars, an exciting celebration of musical theatre performances featuring talented young local performers live on stage this June!
Paluma Community Hall, 55 Mount Spec Road, Paluma
Gold coin donation for adults only, children free BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 0447 822 626 wilfred.suzanne@bigpond. com
Soroptimist Park, Belgian Gardens
No bookings required. Register on the day. enquiries@townsville.qld. gov.au whatson.townsville.qld.gov. au/events/soroptimist-parkcommunity-tree-planting-day
Denise Glasgow
Performing Arts Centre, Pimlico State High School
Booking required. 0459 548 021 broadwayacademytsv@ gmail.com www.trybooking.com/ events/landing/1570222
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MARTIAL ARTS
PRESENTED BY
THE CHOI KWANG DO MASTER ACADEMY
Come along to a free martial art buddy class where you can meet new people or bring your own buddy.
CUP CAKE FUN
PRESENTED BY RIVERWAY CAFE
Visit Riverway Café these school holidays for sweet, hands-on fun. Decorate cupcakes and cookies 27 June to 4 July, or from 5–12 July, get creative with your own ceramic mug.
WHEN
27 JUN – 12 JUL
4PM, 4.30PM, 5PM, 5.30PM & 6PM
WHERE
743 Riverway Drive, Thuringowa Central COST
FREE BOOKINGS
Discount code: BUDDY DAY
Booking required. 0481 749 607 info@ckdmac.com.au calendly.com/ckdmac
WHEN
27 JUN – 4 JUL (Cupcake & cookie decorating)
8AM – 2PM
5 – 12 JUL (Decorate a ceramic mug) 8AM – 2PM
WHERE
Riverway Cafe, Riverway Precinct, Thuringowa Central COST
$15 for cupcake & cookie decorating
$25 for ceramic mug decorating
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 0424 454 800 vanessa@riverwaycafe. com.au
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PRESENTED BY MY SMALL WORLD ADVENTURES
Step into a magical camping adventure playroom where little explorers create, imagine, and discover. Designed for ages 2+ years, this hands-on play session offers sensory fun, campsite role-play, and flexible 1-hour bookings to explore at their own pace.
WHEN 27 JUN, 2, 8 & 10 JUL 9.30 – 10.30AM 30 JUN & 9 JUL 9.15 – 10.15AM 3 JUL
– 11AM
WHERE 1/178 Hugh Street, Currajong COST
Booking required. 0493 510 937 playmswa@gmail.com mysmallworldadventures. com.au/ OR instore at the counter.
55 Mount Spec Road, Paluma
PALUMA WINTER MARKETS
PRESENTED BY PALUMA AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INC
A variety of market stalls including arts and crafts, local produce, plants, cakes, jams and preserves, books and more. Live musical entertainment provided with a sausage sizzle and other refreshments available for purchase.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY STORYTIME
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Come talk, read, sing and play with your little ones at School Holiday Storytime at Citylibraries Flinders Street. Enjoy some time playing and chatting to other members of the community before we dive into a world of books and songs. WHEN
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PRESENTED BY WILDCATZ INDOOR SPORTS
Book the kids in for a fully supervised, action packed day of fun! These sessions include multiple activities – Indoor sports, Ninja Parc and Nerf Wars. Choose between a full or half day. Lunch is provided for full day sessions. WHEN 28 JUN – 13 JUL 9AM – 3PM
No bookings required. 0447 822 626 wilfred.suzanne@bigpond. com www.paluma.org
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666
library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4uJkLS6
18 Blackhawk Boulevard, Thuringowa Central
Booking required. 0427 169 762 info@wildcatzindoorsports. com.au
book.ninjaparc.com.au/ location/townsville/book/ school-holiday-camps
STELLA’S CREATIVE POTTERY CLASSES
PRESENTED BY STELLA’S CREATIVE POTTERY
These pottery classes will provide an opportunity to discover and explore your creativity. Create a selection of small pieces to take home, guided by Stella in small group sessions held in a friendly and casual learning environment. Tools and resources are provided.
HALF DAY CAMP
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PRESENTED BY MOMENTUM GYMNASTICS
Half Day Camps include 3 hours of active fun in a safe, supervised gymnastics club! Perfect for burning energy, making friends and learning new skills. Just bring a water bottle and snack — no gymnastics experience needed!
WHEN 29 JUN – 3 JUL & 7 – 9 JUL
CRAFTY CREATIONS
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Get creative these holidays at our Crafty Creations sessions. There is craft for everyone, from scratch arts to colouring. Join one session or come to them all - endless fun, creativity and take-home treasures await. Let your imagination shine!
WHEN
29 JUN (Flinders Street & Aitkenvale) 9AM – 12PM
3 JUL (All branches) 9AM – 12PM
7 JUL (All branches) 9AM – 12PM
10 JUL (Aitkenvale & Riverway) 9AM – 12PM
WHERE
Cleveland Terrace, Townsville City
$25
BOOKINGS
Booking required. Book your spot by calling Stella. 0499 077 510 stella.thompson-wheway
11/547 Woolcock Street, Mount Louisa
Booking required. (07) 4774 7375 admin@ momentumgymnastics. com.au www.momentumgymnastics. com.au
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Aitkenvale and Riverway
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4at0iti
KIDS AERIAL HAMMOCK FUN WORKSHOP
P Y
PRESENTED BY ELEVATE STUDIOS NQ
Swing into adventure these school holidays with our exciting 2-hour aerial hammock workshop! Perfect for energetic kids aged 6–16 years. Let them twist, flip and soar while playing fun games like hammock hungry hippos and floor is lava. Book today!
KIDS BUNGEE FUN WORKSHOP
P Y
PRESENTED BY ELEVATE STUDIOS NQ
Bounce into excitement with this thrilling 2-hour session. Children aged 6–18 years experience the exhilaration of bungee fun. Safely harnessed to special bungee cords, kids will learn to defy gravity, and play games that seem straight out of a superhero movie.
STEM-TASTIC 2026
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE TOY LIBRARY
Our popular STEM-tastic event returns with this year’s exciting theme, Makers in Motion. Join us for a fun-filled morning of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity. Children can explore robot-themed activities, get creative with crafts, take on building challenges and enjoy imaginative play. Suitable for children aged 4–12 years.
Booking required. 0418 868 890 aerialyogatownsville@gmail. com
www.trybooking.com/ DMTGS
www.trybooking.com/ DMTGK
The Green Community Centre, 22 Iris Lane, Burdell
$5 per child
Booking required. hello@townsvilletoylibrary. org.au
https://bit.ly/4fFWXup
STREET EDGE KRAV MAGA (15+ YEARS)
Y A
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Krav Maga at UMF Townsville delivers practical, real-world self-protection for adults 15 years and over. Not a sport — a defensive tactics system built for real threats. Train progressively, build confidence fast, and develop strength, awareness and discipline in a controlled, supportive environment.
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU (15+ YEARS)
Y A
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Too busy for the gym? Train with purpose at UMF. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and martial arts classes help Townsville adults build real-world self-defence, fitness, confidence and stress relief through practical training, supportive coaching and high-energy sessions — no experience needed.
YOUNG WARRIORS (8–14 YEARS)
P Y
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Young Warriors (8–14 years) builds strength, resilience and discipline through Wing Chun and BJJ. As Townsville’s only provider of the industry’s #1 character development system, UMF forges confident, respectful young Australians prepared for life on and off the mats.
required. 0428 343 840
umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
required. 0428 343 840
umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
Booking required. 0428 343 840 pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
LITTLE DRAGONS (4–7 YEARS)
PRESENTED BY UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Little Dragons (4-7 years) helps children build focus, discipline, confidence, respect and resilience through fun, structured martial arts. As Townsville’s only provider of the industry-leading powerful words character development system, UMF develops stronger kids physically, mentally, emotionally and socially for life.
MESSY PLAY IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative messy play. This session will be dinosaur themed!
ART CAMP – MINI ART GALLERY (5–9 YEARS)
PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
Throughout the day, kids will learn how artists display work in real galleries while exploring painting, sculpture, mixed media, design, and storytelling through art.
Booking required. 0428 343 840 pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
No bookings required. 07 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
Central
PUPPETRY WORKSHOP WITH CATBIRD THEATRE
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for this fun and exciting puppetry workshop! You will learn the basics of bringing a puppet to life followed by designing and creating your very own unique puppet. Don’t forget to bring a snack and a water bottle!
THE PARTY WITH CATBIRD THEATRE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
The Party is a whimsical introduction to the world of theatre presented by Catbird Theatre. This show has gentle and playful interactions with multiple sensory elements, props and puppets. Best suited for children aged 18 months to 5 years old.
PRESENTED BY GYMBAROO TOWNSVILLE
Come play in our amazing gym specifically designed for children aged 5 and under.
Booking required. 07 4773 8811
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgi-bin /spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/EVS ESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=1068 475
Booking required. 07 4773 8811
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgi-bin /spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/EVS ESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=1068 474
Marabou Drive, Annandale
Booking required. 0432 686 306 townsville@gymbaroo.com. au enrol.gymbaroo.com.au
MUAY THAI (15+ YEARS)
Y A
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Adult Muay Thai / Boxing (15+ years) at UMF Townsville delivers authentic, high-intensity training that builds real self-defence, strength and resilience. Improve fitness, sharpen focus and train alongside a driven community committed to growth — it’s never too late to start.
WING CHUN KUNG FU (15+ YEARS)
Y A
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Train the martial art practised by Bruce Lee. Wing Chun Kung Fu develops real-world self-defence, confidence and composure under pressure through practical closerange combat designed for unpredictable situations — not a combat sport.
KICKBOXING/BOXING 4 KIDS (6–14 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Boxing / Kickboxing 4 Kids (6–14 years) builds fitness, coordination and real striking skills in a safe, high-energy environment. As Townsville’s only provider of the industry’s #1 character development system, UMF develops confident, disciplined young warriors on and off the mats.
Booking required. 0428 343 840
pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
Booking required. 0428 343 840 pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
Booking required. 0428 343 840
pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
MESSY PLAY ON THE ISLAND
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative messy play. WHEN
JUN 9 – 11AM WHERE Alma Bay, Magnetic Island
BOOKINGS No bookings required. 07 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au
GYMNASTICS
PRESENTED BY GYMNASTICS TOWNSVILLE
Our school holiday gymnastics camp offers a fun, safe, and structured environment where kids can burn off energy, learn fundamental skills, and tackle exciting new challenges for all skill levels.
RIPPA TENNIS WINTER HOLIDAYS
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PRESENTED BY RIPPA TENNIS
Come along for fun and active winter tennis sessions for children aged 5–17 years. Sessions include games, coaching, activities and prizes in a supportive environment for beginners through to experienced junior players. Toilets and water fountains are available. Fruit provided during breaks.
30 JUN – 2 JUL & 7 – 9 JUL 8.30AM – 12.30PM WHERE 16 High Range Drive, Thuringowa Central
BOOKINGS
Booking required. Book via email 07 4444 4553 reception@gymtsv.com.au
WHEN 30 JUN – 2 JUL & 7 – 9 JUL 8.30 – 10.30AM
WHERE 55–77 Fulham Road, Pimlico
COST
$20 per person/per day
BOOKINGS
Booking required. 0490 777 589 admin@rippatennis.com.au https://www.rippatennis. com.au/
PORTRAIT PLAY
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Join us at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and create your very own portrait using playdough on canvas! Create yourself, a friend, or even a pet. Get inspired by The Percivals exhibition on display at the Gallery. Can you find the animal portrait that was made with playdough? WHEN 30 JUN – 3
DROP IN AND BUILD
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Build, create and explore at Drop in and Build. From magnetic blocks to floor puzzles, dive into a world of hands-on construction fun. No plans needed – just drop in, stack, connect and see where your imagination takes you.
ART CAMP – VENDING MACHINE (8–12 YEARS)
PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
Ever wanted to make your own vending machine? This camp is perfect for creative kids who love building, decorating, inventing, and thinking outside the box. No experience needed — just bring your imagination!
WHEN 30 JUN (FLINDERS STREET & AITKENVALE)
9AM – 12PM
2 JUL (RIVERWAY & AITKENVALE) 9AM – 12PM
9 JUL (ALL BRANCHES) 9AM – 12PM
WHEN 1 JUL 9AM – 3PM
WHERE
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville City
COST
No bookings required. (07) 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld. gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld.gov. au/events/portrait-play-thepercivals-2026-workshopseries
WHERE
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Aitkenvale and Riverway COST FREE BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4uDkRKT
WHERE 1/363 Bayswater Road, Garbutt
COST $95
BOOKINGS
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
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Citylibraries Riverway, Thuringowa Central
POETRY PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP WITH CATBIRD THEATRE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
It’s your turn to bring a poem from the page to the stage! In this dynamic, handson workshop with Catbird Theatre, you’ll explore how words come alive through voice, movement, and performance.
STARK RAVEN MAD WITH CATBIRD THEATRE
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Stark Raven Mad presented by Catbird Theatre is dark and funny, but also delightful and a bit absurd. It takes the audience through a poetical journey bringing to life gothic poems using puppets, costumes, movement, and music.
POOL INFLATABLE FUN
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PRESENTED BY
NORTHERN BEACHES LEISURE CENTRE
Children must be able to swim 10m to use the inflatable. Children who can swim 10m while wearing a flotation device may participate if accompanied by a parent or carer. Minimum height for the slides is 1m.
1 & 8 JUL 11AM – 1PM
Booking required. 07 4773 8811
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI= 1069850
Booking required. 07 4773 8811
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI= 1069849
7-31 Erskine Place, Burdell
COST
Entry + $5
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 07 4454 1768 northernbeaches@ cityaquatics.com.au northernbeachesleisure centre.com.au/
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU 4 KIDS
P Y
PRESENTED BY
UNITED MARTIAL ARTS & FITNESS
Our BJJ Combatives program (6–14 years) blends wrestling, control and strategic thinking in a safe, structured environment. Enhanced by authentic Judo integration, students build resilience, confidence and real self-defence skills developing strong bodies and sharp minds on and off the mat.
UNPLUGGED GAMERS
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us for Unplugged Gamers, where strategy, creativity and fun collide. From board games to card games and puzzles –experience gaming in a whole new way. No screens, just hands-on adventure in the library. WHEN
FOOTBALL QUEENSLAND AND BRISBANE ROAR HOLIDAY CLINIC
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PRESENTED BY FOOTBALL QUEENSLAND
With the school holiday period around the corner, we are excited for the upcoming Football Queensland & Brisbane Roar Holiday Clinics being run in Townsville.
1–3 JUL 9AM – 12PM
Early bird pricing is available
Unit 3/7 Civil Road, Garbutt
$19.99
BOOKINGS
Booking required. 0428 343 840 pablo@umfacademy.com.au umfacademy.com.au/booktrial-class/
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Aitkenvale and Riverway
BOOKINGS
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4etArCV
Paradise Park (formerly Brolga Park), Annandale COST
Early bird day 1 $70
Early bird day 2 $80
Early bird day 3 $99
BOOKINGS
Booking required. 0402 368 303 community@ footballqueensland.com.au registration.squadi.com/userRegi stration?organisationId=0f742cbf573b-412e-8006-8af2cdaf3e8
KIDS WOODWORKING
PRESENTED BY LIFE SKILLS QUEENSLAND
A fun and engaging woodworking activity for young kids and parents to enjoy together. Learn basic skills, create a project, and build confidence in a safe workshop environment. Enclosed shoes are essential.
8 Horwood Street, Currajong
Booking required. 0401 388 978 sales@lifeskillsqueensland. com.au lifeskillsqueensland.com.au/ group-workshops
Citylibraries Flinders Street, Townsville City
DINO DEN POP UP
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Unleash your inner palaeontologist at our adventure zone where kids (and grownup kids!) can build their own dinosaurs, solve prehistoric puzzles, play roar-some games and dive into dino-mite books!
FREE DANCE WORKSHOPS
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PRESENTED BY THE DANCE FACTORY TOWNSVILLE
You are invited to free holiday dance workshops that are designed to inspire confidence and connection. Open to all young dancers. These sessions fill fast so secure your spot and experience the joy, community, and magic of The Dance Factory.
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au https://bit.ly/4vGf0oQ
4/31 Fleming Street, Aitkenvale
Booking required. 0466 873 721 thedancefactory2025@ gmail.com app.classmanager. com/portal/the-dancefactory-8479/register
LITTLE SCIENTISTS
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PRESENTED BY WILLOWS SHOPPING CENTRE
Be captivated by the world of science with explosive experiments & icy reactions these school holidays. Enjoy daily shows and interactive workshops.
ART CAMP – ANIME DRAWING (11–16 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
WHEN 3 – 12 JUL 10.30 – 11AM Stage Show (near Aldi) 3 – 12 JUL 12 – 1.30PM Workshop (near Best & Less)
Love anime, manga, character design, or storytelling? This full-day art camp is all about creating your own original manga story from start to finish! WHEN 4 JUL 9AM – 3PM
Discount code: guideart
WHERE 13 Hervey Range Road, Thuringowa Central
No bookings required. 07 4799 9100 willows.marketing@cbre. com willowsshoppingcentre. com.au
1/363 Bayswater Road, Garbutt
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
CIRCUS FUN AT COTTERS MARKET
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PRESENTED BY COTTERS MARKET
Join CircUP Arts at Cotters Market for free school holiday circus fun! Enjoy colourful roving entertainers from 9am, then get handson with juggling, balancing and interactive circus workshops in Flinders Square from 10am–12pm. Perfect for kids and families.
5 JUL 9AM – 12PM
Flinders Street, Townsville City
No bookings required. 0402 162 800 cotters@puftevents.com.au www.puftevents.com.au/ cotters-market/
DEADLY
DAY OUT: CELEBRATE NAIDOC WEEK 2026 WITH WULGURUKABA
WALKABOUTS
P Y A
PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND MUSEUM TROPICS
Join Queensland Museum Tropics and Wulgurukaba Walkabouts for a Deadly Day Out packed full of free and hands-on dance, art, and artefact workshops led by local cultural practitioners. Jump online to checkout the full Deadly Day Out workshop timetable.
HIP HOP HOLIDAY PROGRAM (8–14 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY DANCE FITNESS COMPLEX
High-energy hip hop sessions for ages 8–14 years these holidays! Build confidence, strength and style while learning fresh moves in a focused, supportive environment. A fun and active way to stay moving over the break. Limited spots available secure your spot!
HIP HOP HOLIDAY PROGRAM (4–7 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY DANCE FITNESS COMPLEX
High-energy Hip Hop fun for ages 4–7 years these holidays! Kids build confidence, coordination and rhythm in a safe, supportive space. Easy to join, beginner-friendly and full of smiles. A simple, active school holiday option parents love. Spots are limited — book early!
Flinders Street, Townsville City
No bookings required. 47 260 633 qmt.learning@qm.qld.gov.au www.museum.qld.gov.au/ tropics/
Booking required. 0419 552 852 admin@ dancefitnesscomplex.com. au dancefitnesscomplex.com. au/holiday-program/
Canterbury Road, Kirwan
per person
Booking required. 0419 552 852 admin@ dancefitnesscomplex.com. au dancefitnesscomplex.com. au/holiday-program/
ART CAMP – STAMP MAKING (5–9 YEARS)
PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
Get messy, crafty, and creative in our full-day stamp making workshop! In this hands-on art camp, kids will learn how to design and create their very own handmade stamps using everyday materials and fun crafty techniques.
WHIZ KIDS ACADEMY
PRESENTED BY FAIRFIELD CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE
Calling all little scientists! Fairfield Central’s Whiz Kids Academy is bringing four days of interactive science fun to these school holidays, featuring erupting volcanoes, alien lava bottles, cosmic slime, and galaxy gloop.
Discount code: guideart
WHERE 1/363 Bayswater Road, Garbutt
BOOKINGS
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
2-30 Lakeside Drive, Idalia
No bookings required. 07 3002 1823 socialmedia@lancinigroup. com.au fairfieldcentral.com.au
SURREAL SOFT SCULPTURES
A PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITY GALLERIES
Head down to Pinnacles Gallery and create a surreal soft sculpture using hessian, beads, thread and markers. Get inspired by the vibrant colours, patterns, and abstract art on display in the Intimate Imaginaries exhibition in the Gallery. WHEN 7–10 JUL 10AM – 12PM WHERE
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Precinct, Thuringowa Central
No bookings required. (07) 4727 9011 galleries@townsville.qld. gov.au
whatson.townsville.qld. gov.au/events/silly-softsculptures-the-percivals2026-workshop-series
DILLY BAG DESIGNERS
P Y A
PRESENTED BY QUEENSLAND MUSEUM TROPICS
Join us this NAIDOC Week and be inspired by traditional gathering bags used by Australia’s First Nations communities for thousands of years. Experiment with modern and traditional materials to craft your own Dilly Bag inspired creation in this self-led activity.
ART CAMP – FELT TEDDY BEARS (8–12 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
Spend the day designing and handsewing your very own soft felt teddy or creature friend! In this full-day creative workshop, kids will learn beginnerfriendly sewing and plush-making skills while bringing their imagination to life.
Discount code: guideart
70-102 Flinders Street, Townsville City
No bookings required. 47 260 633 qmt.learning@qm.qld.gov.au www.museum.qld.gov.au/ tropics/
1/363 Bayswater Road,
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
Flinders Street,
VIDEO GAME WRITING WORKSHOP WITH R.J. TIMMIS
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Learn real game writing techniques from a game writer and developer who has worked for Google. From story mapping to quest design, character development and dialogue, R.J. Timmis will show to how to take a game from sad to rad.
Booking required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI= 1069848
GRAPHIC NOVEL BASICS WORKSHOP WITH R.J. TIMMIS
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Itching to make your very own graphic novel but not sure where to start? Join author-illustrator R.J. Timmis for a fun-filled workshop where you will learn how to craft a graphic novel from brainstorming ideas, plotting, layouts, adding humour and more.
JAWSOME STORYTIME WITH R.J. TIMMIS
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Come along for a chomp-tastic morning with author-illustrator R.J. Timmis. R.J. will be reading from the fin-tastically funny story Jawsome: Stage Bite. Learn how to hook readers with non-stop jokes and lure them into a story with shell-arious illustrations.
ART CAMP – WIRE TWISTING (11–16 YEARS)
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PRESENTED BY CREATIVITY HOOD
Teens will learn the art of wire wrapping and jewellery design while creating a collection of unique pieces to take home. Guided step-by-step by our instructor, students will explore twisting, coiling, wrapping and shaping techniques used by jewellery artists.
Booking required. 07 4727 9666 library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgi-bin /spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI= 1069847
Booking required. 07 4727 9666
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI =1069846
1/363 Bayswater Road, Garbutt
Booking required. 0411 030 243 hello@creativityhood.com www.creativityhood.com/ coming-soon-02
SPACE RAIDERS ACADEMY DAY CAMP
P Y
PRESENTED BY ALL ACCESS EVENTS
Young explorers will step into the role of real astronauts as they navigate a series of handson missions inspired by space travel, planetary science, and life beyond Earth. Introducing real STEM concepts in a fun, engaging way! WHEN
9AM – 3PM WHERE 8 Keane Street, Currajong
Booking required. 0492 895 723 events@allaccesseducation. com.au allaccessevents. securedirectbookings.com/ space-raiders-academy-fullday-camp-pPGUHGA.html
Citylibraries Aitkenvale
MOVIE MATINEE
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Sit back, relax and enjoy a movie in the heart of the library! Join us for Movie Matinee where kids can unwind, watch a children’s film and socialise in a fun, comfy setting. Bring friends or make new ones.
WALK AND TALK: EXPLORING THE TOWN COMMON
PRESENTED BY HEALTHY WATERS PARTNERSHIP FOR THE DRY
TROPICS
In groups of 15 people, visit designated stations to hear from local experts about the wetlands, mangroves and bird habitats of the Town Common. Sessions run every 30 minutes and last 2 hours 20 minutes and you travel a total distance 4.6km.
Booking required. 07 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI= 1068060
Walter Nisbet Park, Pallarenda
Booking required. 0436 312 704 comms@ drytropicshealthywaters.org whatson.townsville.qld.gov. au/events/walk-and-talkexploring-the-town-common
PANCAKE FRI-YAY!
PRESENTED BY NORTH TOWNSVILLE COMMUNITY HUB
Join us at NOTCH for Pancake Fri-Yay! Don’t forget to bring in your scavenger hunt selfies to claim your prize.
CRYO BLAST LAB
PRESENTED BY ALL ACCESS EVENTS
In our dedicated science space, we will explore hands-on activities and concepts engaging through the scientific method and play based learning. So much fun you won’t even realise you’re learning! This session is all about ‘cool’ experiments with liquid nitrogen!
WINTER POTIONS
PRESENTED BY ALL ACCESS EVENTS
In our dedicated science space, explore hands on activities and concepts engaging through the scientific method and play based learning. Our winter theme continues with exo and endothermic reactions, fog creation and more!
No bookings required. 47 516 511 admin@notch.org.au facebook.com/groups/ northtownsvillecommunity hub
Booking required. 0492 895 723 events@allaccesseducation. com.au
allaccessevents. securedirectbookings.com/ cryo-blast-lab-pPKQPP4.html
Booking required. 0492 895 723 events@allaccesseducation. com.au
allaccessevents. securedirectbookings.com/ winter-potions-pPM93QM. html
AUSLAN FOR BEGINNERS
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PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
These sessions provide a taste of Australian Sign Language and introduce the absolute basics of Auslan, with the aim of igniting interest in learning more. Each session explores a different Auslan topic such as the alphabet and greetings.
Booking required. 07 4727 8310 library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI =523955
Citylibraries Flinders Street,
MUSICAL STORYTIME WITH VICTOR STEFFENSEN
P Y
PRESENTED BY TOWNSVILLE CITYLIBRARIES
Join us at Citylibraries Flinders Street for a lively and interactive session with special guest author Victor Steffensen. Victor will bring his wonderful stories to life with a captivating book reading, followed by an interactive dance and sing-along.
No bookings required. 07 4727 9666
library@townsville.qld.gov.au townsville.spydus.com/cgibin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/ EVSESENQ?SETLVL= &RNI=1070393
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