Here it is – our must-read Summer School Holiday Guide for the Sunshine Coast!
Yup, we’ve scoured the Sunshine Coast to find all the best things to do with kids this summer school holiday. From shows, kids’ activities, camps, free things to do, and more, it’s all listed right here.
Happy summer!
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Summer fun at Rush Adventureland
Rush Adventureland, Maroochydore
December 1, 2023 @ 9:00 am – January 21, 2024 @ 4:00 pm
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 running, climbing and sliding their way around a huge multi-level soft-play indoor playground which offers surprises at every turn.
Treasure Hunt, Balloon Sculptures & Pirate Competition
Eumundi Square, Eumundi
Friday December 6 & 29 2023, January 5, 12, 19, 2024; 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ahoy matey, you are invited to a free treasure hunt and balloon sculptures at the centre courtyard of Eumundi Square. Follow clues to find 5 golden coins to collect your pirate treasure. Prizes, balloons and more up for grabs!
Kids’ Playroom
Noosa Leisure Centre, Noosaville
December 9, 2023 – January 21, 2024
The Kids’ Playroom is open for casual play sessions for pre-school aged children every day of the week. Let them climb, jump, swing, bounce and balance in an air-conditioned, safe environment while you relax with a coffee from the café.
Play every day at Kids World
Kids World, Sippy Downs
Daily through school holidays
Discover the ultimate indoor playground at Kids World Playland, located at #8 Fairfax St, Sippy Downs. It is your go-to destination for boundless fun, laughter, and adventures for children of all ages. Open 9 am to 5 pm daily.
Summer School Holiday fun at Ninja Jungle
Ninja Jungle, Forest Glen
December 9, 2023 – January 21, 2024
Ninja Jungle isn’t your ordinary playground – Get ready to be immersed in a thrilling ninja warrior-style obstacle course that will ignite your imagination and awaken your inner ninja. Challenge your skills, ignite your imagination, and create unforgettable memories for children and young adults alike.
Summer 23/24 Holiday Swim Intensives
Flying Fish Swim School, Maroochydore
December 11, 2023 – January 19, 2024
Whether you want to improve your little one’s safety in the water and swimming technique or help your bigger kids develop endurance and strength, experience the difference these school holidays at Flying Fish Swim School’s purpose-built learn-to-swim and squad training facility.
High Ropes KidZip Adventures
Next Level High Ropes, Maroochydore
December 11, 2023 – January 21, 2024
Happy Kids = Happy Parents! Let your kids fly high these school holidays at Next Level KidZip!
Ideal of adventurer’s climbers who have all the energy, and run rings around you, KidZip is a golden opportunity to get kids trying out something new on a high ropes course!
Summer 2023/24 School Holiday Workshops @ HYPT
HYPT, Buderim
December 11, 2023 – January 21, 2024
Daily vacation care for girls and boys throughout the school holidays – invite your friends or make lots of new ones!
Little Seed Theatre Holiday Programs
Noosaville & Eumundi
December 11, 2023 – January 20, 2024
Little Seed is well known for its successful holiday programs! Offering training in Acting and Musical theatre, these programs are the perfect creative getaway for any performer. With a range of eight programs available over these school holidays, there is an opportunity for everyone!
Acrobatics Summer Holiday Camp
Just Acrobatics, Warana
December 13, 14, 18, 19, @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
January 8, 9, 18, @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Looking for an alternative holiday care idea? Join Just Acrobatics for a fully supervised, fun-filled day of acrobatics, circus games, arts & crafts and much more!
Open to ages 5 – 12 years, children will have a great time with various activities throughout the day in this state-of-the-art acrobatics and aerial facility!
2-Day Fun and Empowering Wellbeing Workshop for Girls 8-11yo
Beats per Minute Dance Studio Maroochydore
January 8 – 9, 2024; 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Summer Holidays are great for our kids but it can be tricky for us parents to keep them occupied. If you are looking for an activity that is fun but also supports your child’s physical, mental and/or emotional wellbeing, then the Standing Strong program is for you!
Summer Fun at Kawana Shoppingworld
Kawana Shoppingworld, Buddina
January 8, 2024 – January 19, 2024
Visit Kawana Shoppingworld for two weeks of summer fun activities during these January school holidays! Get ready for two weeks of exciting artistic workshops that will spark the kids’ imaginations and bring out their inner artists.
Decorate Your Own Bag Workshops (plus your chance to win!)
Noosa Fair, Noosa Heads
January 8 – 20, 2024;10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Decorate and take home your own bag for home, school or recreation at Noosa Fair these school holidays.
FREE to all customers and prizes up for grabs! No bookings required but spaces are limited.
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Summer School Holiday Program
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct, Currimundi
December 13, 2023 – January 17, 2024; 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join the ultimate school holiday adventure at Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct!
The program offers a range of thrilling activities suitable for kids aged 5 and above. Led by highly qualified and experienced staff, your little adventurers are in good hands! Whether they want a challenge or a more relaxed experience, they have something for everyone!
Kids Travel + Stay & Eat for FREE + $100 Room Credit for January Villa Stays
Kingfisher Bay Resort, K’gari
Until March 31, 2024
Your family getaway in island paradise is calling! Stay in a self-contained villa for 3 nights or more and SAVE BIG with Kingfisher Bay Resort’s Kids Travel, Stay & Eat for FREE deal which includes school holiday travel during December. PLUS… all villa stays in January 2024 will receive a BONUS $100 room credit to spend during your stay at Kingfisher Bay Resort!
Seahorse Kingdom
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba
December 16, 2023 – January 31, 2024
Seahorse Kingdom has arrived at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast – just in time for the school holidays. Discover the majestic world of seahorses in a brand new exhibit! Home to more than 100 seahorses, this Atlantis themed, world class zone will be one of the largest seahorse exhibits in Australia.
Bricks 4 Kidz School Holiday Workshops with LEGO®
Maroochydore Soccer Club – 462 Maroochydore Road, Maroochydore
Noosa Leisure Centre – 9 Wallace Drive, Noosaville
December 18, 2023 – January 15, 2024
This festive season, Bricks 4 Kidz is unwrapping the gift of creativity and learning for children with special Christmas, Minecraft, Star Wars and Pokémon-inspired LEGO workshops. As the holiday spirit comes alive, Bricks 4 Kidz invites young builders to “Build the Magic” and embark on a joyful journey of imagination through hands-on LEGO exploration.
Dance Fitness for Kids Summer Holiday Program
Mooloolaba State School
19 December, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
11 January 2024, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Join the school holiday fun with the DF4K Crew! Open to primary children from all schools!
Enjoy a day (or BOTH!) of Hip Hop, Tumbling, Yoga, Games and the ‘funnest’ Dance Fitness Party!!
The Ultimate Summer School Holiday Indoor Adventure
BOUNCE Morayfield
December 1, 2023 – January 21, 2024
After Dark is back for the ultimate end of term party to kick off the summer school holidays! From 7-10pm, the lights go down, and the music starts pumping for 3 hours of uninterrupted freestyle fun. The live DJ & BOUNCE Hosts will make it a great night for everyone with dance parties, games and prizes to be won. Plus, BOUNCE Holiday Camps are returning for the summer school holidays! With 3 hour sessions running 5 times a week, it’s the perfect activity to learn new skills in a fun and social environment.
Puss In Boots: A Pantomime
Noosa Arts Theatre, Noosaville
January 6, 2024 – January 21, 2024
Puss in Boots, the Pantomime is coming to Noosa this January! This reimagined production of the classic tail is sure to be purrfect family fun for all the family.
Trolls-tastic school holiday activities
Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore
January 8, 2024 – January 19, 2024
Fill these school holidays with a range of Trolls-tastic activities each week at Sunshine Plaza! Kids can enjoy craft, scavenger hunts and more. Different activities each week!
Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre presents Newsies Jr.
The J, Noosa
January 13, 2024 – January 14, 2024
STOP THE PRESS! 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!
Choral Workshop 2024
Sunshine Coast Youth Choir, Sippy Downs
January 15, 2024 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
Do you have a love of singing? Do you enjoy working with others? Do you want to enhance your creativity and boost your brain power? Then come along to Sunshine Coast Youth Choir’s 1-day choral workshop, especially for children and teenagers, with conductor Clare Finlayson, ending with a showcase concert for parents at 3pm.
Across the Region
Fairy Tales
QAGOMA
Daily until 28 April, 2024
Take a fascinating journey into a fairy-tale world where folklore, enchantment and tales of caution intertwine with art, design and film. From the opulence of a gilded carriage, an exquisite glass slipper and the depths of a wild and twisted woodland, to wicked witches, magical animals and stalwart princes and princesses, GOMA’s latest exhibition highlights how the fairy tales that have entertained us for centuries are explored through art and culture.
Summer Riding Adventures and Fun
Unity Equestrian, Advancetown
December 11, 2023 – January 20, 2024
Experience the vibrant spirit of summer at Unity through an array of captivating activities that cater to clients of all ages. Embark on exhilarating trail rides, Available every day of the school holidays. Our experienced coaches lead you on an unforgettable journey through scenic paths, ensuring novice riders safety in the beauty of nature.
Mia Muddle in ‘A Forest Tale’
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
January 12, 2024 – January 14, 2024
Exceptional holiday entertainment is coming to Brisbane! Mia Muddle in ‘A Forest Tale’ is a fabulous, family musical production that promises to be the highlight of the school holidays!
This high energy production offers the best in foot-stomping family entertainment.
Jurassic World by Brickman®
Queensland Museum
December 8 2023 – July 14, 2024
Get ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, in the largest LEGO® brick exhibition in Australia.
Want to see more of what’s happening this Spring for kids on the Gold Coast and kids in Brisbane?
Click on a region below to find out what’s happening across the rest of southeast Queensland ↓
Or visit our What’s On calendar for more events and activities across the region.
We are constantly adding school holiday activities as they are announced, so make sure you bookmark this page and check back regularly!
