Looking for fun activities to do with the kids during the winter school holidays? The Sunshine Coast is bursting with family-friendly events, workshops, shows and adventures to keep all ages entertained. Whether your little ones love art, theatre, animals or high-energy fun, there’s something happening across the region. Here’s our top picks of school holiday activities on the Sunshine Coast in winter 2025 – grouped by type so you can plan with ease.
Creative Workshops & Craft Fun
Terrarium Workshop
Date: July 4 & 11
Location: Eumundi Square
Kids can create their own living terrarium at this free hands-on workshop. Bookings essential.
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Studio Kids Mojo
Date: July 1–3
Location: Art Workshops Studio, Montville
Creative art sessions with 2D media and ceramics for kids aged 7–14. Explore ink, charcoal, acrylics, pottery and more.
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Sunshine Coast Libraries Winter School Holidays Program
Date: June 28 – July 12
Location: Sunshine Coast Libraries
Activities include quests, coding, mythical creatures and hands-on discovery.
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Claytivity Pottery Workshops
Date: June 30 – July 9
Location: Buderim
Pottery classes full of colour, creativity and fun — perfect for crafty kids!
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Noosa Council Holiday Fun
Date: Daily
Location: Various Noosa venues
Includes library sessions, art workshops, skate parks, tech hubs, and more.
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Camps & Active Fun
Join the Circus for a Day
Date: June 30 – July 10
Location: AerialCatz, Maroochydore
Get ready to leap into a world of wonder and excitement this school holidays! AerialCatz Maroochydore invites you to transform into a circus star for a day.
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Tunnel Ridge Ranch Camps
Date: July 1–11
Location: Landsborough
Outdoor camp with canoeing, horse riding, archery and faith-based fun.
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Just Acrobatics Winter Holiday Camp
Date: July 1, 2, 8, 9
Location: Warana
Acrobatics, aerial skills, and circus games for ages 5–11.
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HYPT Workshops & Vacation Care
Date: June 30 – July 11
Location: Buderim
Packed schedule of slime, glow spa, themed days and discos.
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Ausfunk Winter Vacation Care
Date: June 30 – July 4
Location: Kuluin
A full week of tumbling, trampoline, craft, movies and more.
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Theatre & Performing Arts
Little Seed Theatre Holiday Programs
Date: June 30 – July 11
Location: Noosa, Caloundra, Gympie
A week-long workshop with acting, singing, dancing and an end-of-week showcase.
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Dot & The Kangaroo Jr
Date: July 11–12
Location: The J, Noosa
A heartwarming stage adaptation of the Aussie classic — perfect for the whole family.
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Josephine Wants to Dance
Date: July 2
Location: The Events Centre
A hilarious musical for kids about following your dreams, starring a dancing kangaroo!
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Outdoor Winter School Holiday Activities
Queensland Garden Show
Date: July 11–13
Location: Nambour Showgrounds
A three-day gardening celebration with free kids’ activities and playground.
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Kookaburra Kulture Wilderness School
Date: June 23–27
Location: Lake Weyba
A bush school experience for kids to connect with nature, self, and community.
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Attractions & Family Fun
Aussie World
Date: Daily
Location: Aussie World
Unlimited rides and family thrills — from mazes to splash rides and rollercoasters.
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Hologram Zoo Africa Experience
Date: June 27 – July 31
Location: Nambour
Walk with holographic animals in a next-gen virtual zoo experience.
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School Holiday Adventures at The Ginger Factory
Date: June 28 – July 13
Location: The Ginger Factory, Yandina
Across two themed weeks, the Ginger Factory will be bursting with hands-on experiences and unforgettable moments for kids of all ages.
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Rush Adventureland
Date: June 28 – July 13
Location: Rush Adventureland
Indoor multi-level soft play fun — perfect for energetic little ones!
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Superhero Express – Mary Valley Rattler
Date: June 28
Location: Gympie Station
Steam train ride with a superhero twist — costumes encouraged!
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Free Fun at Local Shopping Centres
Pelican Waters Shopping Centre
Date: July 1 – 10
Location: Pelican Waters
Snow globe making and squishy toy craft workshops. Free fun for all ages.
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Noosa Fair Shopping Centre
Date: July 1 – 11
Location: Noosa Fair
Meet exotic birds and make sea-themed snow globes — plus win prizes!
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Caloundra Mini Challenger Zone
Date: June 30 – July 6
Location: Caloundra Shopping Centre
Free kids’ obstacle course with ring toss, rope balance and more.
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Looking for more family fun these winter school holidays? Read the full Sunshine Coast Winter School Holiday Guide here ↓
Heading beyond the Sunshine Coast this winter school holiday? Check out our Winter School Holiday Guide GOLD COAST and Winter School Holiday Guide BRISBANE.
