Holiday fun for young people

The Holiday Break program invites eligible councils and organisations to apply for funding to run events for young people.

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Find free things to do these school holidays

Are you between 12 and 24 years old? You can find free things to do during the school holidays that are part of the Holiday Break program.

You can hang out with friends, learn new skills, and have fun.

What can you do?

There are lots of great activities you can join. Here are some of the fun things you might find near you:

  • Sports and outdoors: Go bushwalking on Country,  decorate a skateboard deck or learn how to lift weights safely.
  • Arts and culture: Learn how to make music, create an artwork  or try improvisation and stand up comedy.
  • Tech and gaming: Learn how to make game miniatures, record a podcast or build a solar-powered device.
  • Life skills: Take a cooking class or learn how to write a resume and prepare for a job interview. 

Holiday Break spring 2026 events

 

DateTimeActivityLocationOrganisationContactEmailBooking linkPhone
26/09/264-6pmExperience the music, movement and culture of Latin dance!Port Dance Studio, 8 Milton Circuit, Port MacquarieCaju Cultural Brazilian Association Daniela Bethencourtadmcajucultural@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/viva-holidays-latin-dance-and-cultural-experience 
28/09/2611.30am-4.30pmTake part in a zombie-themed colour run followed by a BBQ and zombie movie at the Murrurundi Youth Centre.Murrurundi Youth Centre, Wilson Memorial Oval, New England Highway, Murrurundi NSW 2338Upper Hunter Shire CouncilKaylene Holmankholman@upperhunter.nsw.gov.auwww.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au0439090891
29/09/263-5pmUse art and creativity to create a scrapbook vision board that captures your dreams, goals, and the things that inspire you.Julia Reserve Community Centre, Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570Camden CouncilKellie Hughesyouth.camdencouncil@camden.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.camden.nsw.gov.au/community/support/young-people/youth-outreach-programs132263
29/09/263-5pmChoose a design, print it yourself, and leave with a one-of-a-kind T-shirt or tote bag.Julia Reserve Community Centre, Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570Camden CouncilKellie Hughesyouth.camdencouncil@camden.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.camden.nsw.gov.au/community/support/young-people/youth-outreach-programs132263
29/09/2611am-2pm for ages 12-24Additional needs session: learn to make delicious and fun meals while meeting and interacting with new people. This session provides extra assistance for young people with additional needs.Piccolo Family Farms, Mallinson Road, Griffith NSW 2680Griffith City CouncilTithi PatelTithi.patel@griffith.nsw.gov.auhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=4u84F3fCeUytqNwoHXNAw3rigQUbi2BGuv9mWF315jxUQVoxRjVUQTY5MlFPRDhNR1cxTVA5UE5RVi4u0466099511
30/09/2610am-1pm for ages 12-16
3-6pm for ages 17-24		Learn to make delicious and fun meals while meeting and interacting with new people.Piccolo Family Farms, Mallinson Road, Griffith NSW 2680Griffith City CouncilTithi Pateltithi.patel@griffith.nsw.gov.auhttps://griffith-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_b95f51bc078f47148f78063c5eb36b780466099511
30/09/263-7pmWhether you're a beginner or experienced skater, enjoy workshops, demonstrations, jam sessions, and hands-on grip tape art in a fun and inclusive environment.Julia Reserve Community Centre, Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570Camden CouncilKellie Hughesyouth.camdencouncil@camden.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.camden.nsw.gov.au/community/support/young-people/youth-outreach-programs132263
30/09/266-10pmEnjoy free outdoor movie screenings and BBQ, popcorn and milkshakes with your friends in a welcoming park space, bring your chairs, rugs or cushions and kick back. Duke of Cornwall Park, Blende Street, Broken Hill, NSW 2880Broken Hill City CouncilAli Howse alison.howse@brokenhill.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.brokenhill.nsw.gov.au/Community/Events-Calendar/Free-Holiday-Break-Activities0408531226
30/09/2610.30am-1.30pmTheatre Lab is a fun, creative space where you get to play drama games, explore characters, and make your own stories using movement, imagination, and teamwork.CC MacAdams Music Centre, 33 Lord St, Port Macquarie NSW 2444Caju Cultural Brazilian Organization Mura Martinsadmcajucultural@gmail.comhttps://recording_production_workshop_morning_session.eventbrite.com.au 
30/09/2612-3pmShow off your basketball skills in the Headspace Jam 3x3 comp, learn new tricks in skill-based sessions, and compete for great prizes.Julia Reserve Youth Precinct, Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570Camden CouncilKellie Hughesyouth.camdencouncil@camden.nsw.gov.auhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=M1ih5wlnekmjUzy7ce7mywZueGkeYnlFqBMmhy_cD31URTdDRjZRRFBSQ0g1RlU0RVJESzZPTTJSRC4u132263
01/10/26From 11amGet ready to bring our Rec Room mural to life with colour and your ideas! No art skills needed: just come along, have a go and make your mark on the Rec Room!Singleton Youth Venue, 5 Pitt St, Singleton, NSW 2330Singleton Council Youth VenueKylie Tattyouthvenue@singleton.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.singleton.nsw.gov.au/Live/Residents/Youth-Venue/Whats-on-at-the-Youth-Venue65787501
01/10/269-11am for ages 12-13
11am-1pm for ages 12-15		Beach soccer: experience the unique challenge of playing on sand while improving their technical ability, creativity, balance and teamwork.Town Beach, Port Macquarie NSW 2444Caju Cultural Brazilian Association Iuri Lageadmcajucultural@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/viva-holidays-beach-soccer-mini-goals-workshop 
02/10/265-7pm for ages 12-18
8-10pm for ages18 to 24		Grab a pair of wireless headphones, choose your favourite music channel and dance the night away with friends at our free Silent Disco!Bega Valley Commemerative Civic Centre, Zingle Place, Bega NSW 2550Bega Valley Shire CouncilDaniel Guthrieciviccentre@begavalley.nsw.gov.auhttps://civiccentre.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/Home64992220
02/10/261.30-4.30pmCome along to our macramé workshop! Learn a new skill, make your own unique pieces and take them home with you.Port Macquarie Public Library, 32 Grant St, Port Macquarie NSW 2444Caju Cultural Brazilian Association Karine Capelettiadmcajucultural@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/viva-holidays-theatre-lab 
07/10/269am-12pmThis workshop is not about fighting: it’s about learning how to move with confidence, stay calm under pressure and respond safely in challenging situations.Space BJJ, 3/10 Blackbutt Rd, Port Macquarie NSW 2444, AustraliaCaju Cultural Brazilian Organization Leonardo Silva admcajucultural@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/viva-holidays-move-with-confidence-personal-safety-and-self-protection 
07/10/268.30am-5.30pmFlip and Fry': cooking class and 'Flip Out' trampolining and parkour session.29 Kunzea Place, Springvale NSW 2650 and 73 Copland Street, East Wagga Wagga NSW 2650Bland Shire Council Brodie Greenwood bgreenwood@blandshire.nsw.gov.auCall Bland Shire Council to register69722266
07/10/2610am-2pm Get creative these school holidays by making your own terrarium and clay mushrooms.Boambee East Community Centre, 30 Bruce King Drive, Boambee East NSW 2452Boambee East Community Centre Inc Sue Butlersuebutler@becc.org.au 66584655
08/10/2610am-2pmCome join us for a day of fun, free, culturally safe activities such as cooking, weaving, painting and more! Deriah Aboriginal Area, National Park in Eulah Creek, NSW 2390Centacare NENWRyan Witherdinr.witherdin@centacarenenw.com.auhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JEI-6HnfnUKb6UJy18civHYGI1SgK-xCpOsoXlq6VXJURjQwUERNSldZVDIyVlkzV1czUk5EMFZLWS4u0429345734
08/10/2612-3pmLearn the art of mosaic making and create a unique piece of artwork to take home and enjoy.Julia Reserve Community Centre, Peter Brock Drive, Oran Park NSW 2570Camden CouncilKellie Hughesyouth.camdencouncil@camden.nsw.gov.au 132263
08/10/2610-11.30amLearn character design with local illustrator Bill Hope. Open to 12 to 18 year olds. Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, 30 Parke Street, Katoomba NSW 2780Blue Mountains City CouncilClare Egancegan@bmcc.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/character-design-tickets-20003585883860431495354
09/10/2610am-2pmGet creative and learn printmaking and screen printing techniques to design and create your own unique artwork at Boambee East Community Centre.30 Bruce King Drive, Boambee East, NSW 2452Boambee East Community Centre Inc Sue Butlersuebutler@becc.org.auhttps://www.camden.nsw.gov.au/community/support/young-people/youth-outreach-programs66584655
11/10/2612-4pmCustomise trucker hats, clothing, bags and more, experiment with graffiti lettering, characters, symbols, slogans and doodles to create something completely your own.Max Webber Library, Flushcombe Rd and Alpha St, Blacktown NSW 2148Affirming AccessBrendan Chippendaleaffirmingaccess@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/patch-me-if-you-can0418867586
01/10/2026-08/10/20261-4pmCreate your own collages, dioramas, models or paper sculptures inspired by your favourite TV shows, movies and pop culture, using drawing, collage and paper techniques.Lone Goat Gallery, 28 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW 2481Lone Goat GallerySarah Harveylonegoatgallery@byron.nsw.gov.auhttps://www.lonegoatgallery.com/events/mixed-media-pop-culture-sculptures-with-lucas-wright0437171062
01/10/2026-11/10/202610am - 1pmTurn a blank skateboard deck into a bold piece of street art using acrylic paint pens, stencils, graffiti lettering and your own creative ideas.Max Webber Library, Flushcombe Rd and Alpha St, Blacktown NSW 2148Affirming AccessBrendan Chippendale affirmingaccess@gmail.comhttps://events.humanitix.com/decked-out-create-your-own-skateboard-art-4k84mlnh0418867586
08/10/2026-12/10/202610am-3pmLearn how to sing, write songs, play the ukulele and make stop-motion music videos!Broken Hill City Art Gallery,  404/408 Argent St, Broken Hill NSW 2880The House That Dan BuiltFfion Denmanffion@thehousethatdanbuilt.comhttps://www.thehousethatdanbuilt.com/brokenhill0410896414
09/09/2026-09/10/20268-10pmFree outdoor movie screening of 'Remember the Titans'.McAllister Oval, Park Street West Wyalong NSW 2671 Bland Shire Council Brodie Greenwood bgreenwood@blandshire.nsw.gov.auhttps://events.humanitix.com/street-style69722266
09/10/2026-11/10/202612-4pmStreet style - wear your art (gold edition). Customise your own clothes, supplied trucker hats, tote bags and more using acrylic pens and gold foil!Ultimo Community Centre, 40 William Henry Street corner, Bulwara Rd, Ultimo NSW 2007Affirming AccessBrendan Chippendaleaffirmingaccess@gmail.comhttps://griffith-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_b95f51bc078f47148f78063c5eb36b780418867586
29/09/2026-01/10/202611am-5pmExperience virtual reality games, adventures and interactive stories that encourage creativity, teamwork, problem-solving and fun.Cobar Youth & Community Centre, 1 Harcourt Street, Cobar NSW 2835Cobar Shire CouncilBrytt Moorecycc@cobar.nsw.gov.auhttps://events.humanitix.com/viva-holidays-macrame-with-love68365850
29/09/2026-08/10/20265-8pmCome along to a free screening of 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' with free snacks and drinks! Wentworth Falls School of the Arts Theatre, 217 Great Western Highway, Wentworth Falls, 2782Blue Mountains City CouncilClare Egancegan@bmcc.nsw.gov.auhttps://free-movie-night-spider-man-into-the-spiderverse.eventbrite.com.au0431495354
29/09/2026-08/10/20269.30am-12.30pmCook up a storm with friends and other young people in a safe and inclusive environment - learn how to plan and prepare yummy food (and eat it too!) as well as creating a take-home recipe book so you can recreate the feast later.Noah's Inclusion Services, UOW Shoalhaven Campus, 69 George Evans Road, Mundamia NSW 2540Noah's Inclusion ServicesNoah's Inclusion Servicesinfo@noahsark.nsw.edu.auhttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/3ehCQfeMja44235022
30/09/2026-08/10/202610am-12.30pmLearn how to record and produce your own demo track. Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub, 106-108 Macquarie Road, Springwood NSW 2777Blue Mountains City CouncilClare Egan cegan@bmcc.nsw.gov.auhttps://mvns.org.au0431495354

 

Information for councils and organisations

The Holiday Break program provides free access to activities during the school holidays across all of NSW.

The program supports young people to develop their skills, connect with others, and explore new ideas. Holiday Break activities cover a variety of interests such as sport, science and the arts.

Eligible councils and organisations can apply for funding to run activities for young people.

Holiday Break funding round

Applications for the Autumn and/or Winter 2027 funding round open soon.

Applicants were encouraged to design activities that: 

  • support meaningful and inclusive experiences for young people to connect with friends in their local communities, such as skill-building classes, creative workshops, sport and performing arts programs 
  • provide free access to activities outside of school in a cost-of-living crisis 
  • are for the exclusive participation of young people aged 12–24 years 

Eligible organisations can apply for both rounds in a single application. Funding can be split across the spring or summer school holidays. Successful applicants will receive one funding agreement for the program. 

An additional $2,000 per school holiday period is available for organisations delivering projects in some rural and remote parts of NSW. Check the grant program guidelines for eligibility requirements and more information. 

 

Program evaluation

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Contact Office for Youth grants

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