School holidays are just around the corner, and it’s time to plan some fun and exciting activities for the kids. Whether you’re looking for something educational, adventurous, or simply entertaining, the Gold Coast has plenty to offer. Here are five must-do school holiday activities that will keep your kids entertained and engaged.
5 must-do school holiday activities for Gold Coast kids this spring
1. Gold Coast Car Show – Family Day
28 September 2024: Get ready to rev your engines! The Gold Coast Car Show is back and bigger than ever. This action-packed family day will have you roaring with excitement and is top of our list of school holiday activities this spring. From monster trucks and stunt shows to carnival rides and fireworks, there’s something for everyone. Kids 12 and under get in for free, so bring the whole family and make memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on the food trucks, retro cars, dance clubs, and live band music from the 1950s-1980s era. It’s a day of fun, excitement, and nostalgia that you won’t want to miss!
2. Unlock an Unforgettable Spring Holiday with Skill Samurai
16 – 27 September 2024: Looking for a fun and educational way to entertain your kids during school holidays? Skill Samurai’s Spring Holiday Program is the perfect solution. With a variety of engaging activities tailored to spark your child’s curiosity and creativity, they’ll have a blast learning new skills and making new friends. From coding to 3D printing, app development to robotics, and YouTube content creation, there’s something for every child. Plus, as a special treat for Kids on the Coast subscribers, you can enjoy a 15% discount on any camp with the code KIDSCOAST.
3. Kids Take Over
17 – 26 September 2024: HOTA is your place for school holiday activities this spring! Get ready for a wild and wacky adventure at HOTA during Kids Take Over. This exciting children’s festival is packed with free and ticketed workshops, creative experiences, performances, and more. From exploring enchanted forests to imagining life on other planets, there’s something to spark every child’s imagination. With options for kids aged 3 to 12, it’s the ultimate memory-maker, boredom-buster, and creative play festival for kids on the Gold Coast. So stand back and watch the next generation unleash their imaginations as they take over HOTA!
4. Kids Eat, Stay, Tour and Travel Free at Kingfisher
Throughout spring: Dreaming of a family getaway to your island home-away-from-home? Kingfisher Bay Resort’s Kids Eat, Stay, Tour and Travel for Free deal is the perfect way to make your dream a reality. Stay in a self-contained villa for at least two nights and enjoy free island tours for kids. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, explore, and create unforgettable memories together.
5. Discover SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast’s Underwater Superheroes
14 September – 31 October, 2024: Pop up the Sunshine Coast and get ready for an underwater adventure like no other at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast! From September 14th to October 31st, children are invited to don their capes and prepare for an exciting new activity trail called Underwater Superheroes. This adventure is packed with fun for young explorers, who can discover a host of amazing marine creatures and unlock their incredible superpowers. It’s the perfect way to learn about ocean conservation while having a blast!
For more school holiday activities for kids this spring across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and Gold Coast, check out our full SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE!
The details are correct when publishing, but remember to check specific dates, times, and pricing for each activity, as things can change.
