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Summer school holiday fun

Attention all adventurous kids and parents!

Get ready to leap into action-packed school holiday activities filled with excitement, creativity, and endless fun in beautiful Noosa.

Noosa Council has put together a fantastic line-up of activities and workshops to keep children of all ages entertained and engaged throughout the school holiday break.

From arts and craft workshops to swimming lessons and live shows, there’s something for everyone.

So, dive into the holiday spirit and join us for an unforgettable summer adventure.

Remember… give the car a holiday this festive season, catch a free bus, routes 064, 065, 626, 627, 628, 629 and 632 only from 9 Dec to 21 Jan.

Noosa Aquatic Centre

Make a splash with intensive swim lessons at the Noosa Aquatic Centre. Led by qualified instructors, these lessons are perfect for brushing up on essential water skills and swimming abilities. The shaded pools provide a comfortable environment for learning, there is also a barbecue area and on-site café for a full day of excitement for the whole family. Inflatable fun is also back up over the summer school holidays between 12-3pm weather permitting. Plus, don’t forget to take advantage of lap swimming and the spacious, air-conditioned gym and crèche facilities.

Noosaville and Cooroy Libraries

Unleash your child’s creativity with a wide range of workshops at Noosaville and Cooroy Libraries. Let them explore activities such as coding, making Christmas Aussie bush craft, LEGO fun and the ever-popular storytime. There are some fabulous craft activities, water play and even a silent disco for the kids. With so many options available, your little ones are sure to find something that sparks their imagination and keeps them entertained throughout the holidays.

Noosa Leisure Centre

The kids’ playroom is always a hit with kids under five years with so much fun equipment to bounce, climb and swing on in air conditioned comfort for the mums and dads- café onsite too! Basketball clinics for all ages and even if you just want to shoot hoops with mates NLC are open (please phone the centre first to check availability).

Noosa Regional Gallery

Squiggla Making Space- Hands-on creative activities that tap into the senses. Squiggla is a gymnasium for creative visual thinking using free flow, playful mark making to exercise the creative mind. It’s inventive, non-judgemental and for all ages, all minds, and all kinds of people. Explore free, unguided, at your own pace during our open hours.

Drop-in guided sessions by donation – visit the gallery website for session times.

ArtPlay Sunday- Free creative family fun on the third Sunday of the month from 11am–2pm.

Workshops- artist-run workshops including clay creations, painting and mixed media sessions.

The J

Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre is back this Summer and pulling the headlines as they take to the stage with Disney’s rousing musical, Newsies Jr! Inspired by the rousing true story of the newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York, it follows Jack Kelly, who rallies newsies from across the city to strike against unfair conditions after publishing giant, Joseph Pulitzer, raises newspaper prices at the newsboys’ expense.

Peregian Digital Hub

Calling all tech-savvy kids and teens. The Peregian Digital Hub has an exciting array of workshops lined up for those with a passion for robotics, Python coding, digital art for Ipad and 3D design, and more. Let your creativity soar as you explore the world of digital technology and learn new skills in a fun and interactive environment.

To discover the full range of activities and workshops, check out Noosa Council’s school holiday activity guide, available at noosa.qld.gov.au/school-holiday-activities/school-holiday-activities-1.

Remember, most activities require booking in advance, so make sure to secure your spot and plan your family’s unforgettable summer school holiday adventure in Noosa.

On behalf of Noosa Council, we wish all residents and visitors a fabulous school holiday break!

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our venues and creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

See you soon around Noosa and merry Christmas to all.

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