School holiday activities

School holidays are a great time to have fun and make memories. Get involved in a range of activities across our youth and community centres, libraries and indoor stadiums! Plus, a selection of special excursions are on offer through Council's Vacation Care and Youth holiday programs.

You can also head outdoors and explore your local park. Use our Parks directory to find a park near you.

Bookings for Vacation Care have now closed.

Bookings for all other school holiday activities open 9am on Wednesday 2 September 2026.

September 2026 school holiday activities

Casual Play at Caroline Springs Leisure Centre

Monday, 21 September 2026 | 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM

14 more dates

If you’re looking for somewhere to spend some of your free time playing sports then grab your friends and come along to the Caroline Springs Leisure Centre these spring school holidays!

Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9 The Parade, Caroline Springs 3023

Tagged as: , Sports

Youth spin bikes and boxing | 12 - 17

Monday, 21 September 2026 | 11:30 AM to 01:30 PM

Fully booked

Get moving these school holidays at Melton Waves with a fun fitness session featuring Spin and Boxing! Never tried either before? No worries! This session is all about giving it a go and having fun.

Melton Waves, 225 Coburns Road, Melton 3337

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Spin bikes and boxing | 18 - 25

Monday, 21 September 2026 | 12:30 PM to 02:30 PM

Get moving these school holidays at Melton Waves with a fun fitness session featuring Spin and Boxing! Never tried either before? No worries! This session is all about giving it a go and having fun.

Melton Waves, 225 Coburns Road, Melton 3337

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Youth Musical Theatre Workshop

Monday, 21 September 2026 | 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Fully booked
Join Melton Performing Arts for a free Youth Musical Theatre workshop led by facilitator Rachel Chetcuti. Designed for children aged 5–16, this energetic 3-hour session introduces basic acting and dance skills through a fun, age-appropriate short choreography.

Plumpton Community Centre, 19 Pear Parade, Fraser Rise 3336

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Indoor rock climbing

Tuesday, 22 September 2026 | 10:30 AM to 03:00 PM

Fully booked

Ready to reach new heights? Come along for an Indoor Rock-Climbing adventure where you can test your skills, tackle the walls and see how far you can climb! Bring a friend, give it a go and take on the challenge!

Cliffhanger, 61 Dohertys Rd, Altona North, 3025

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

First Aid for Kids | Eynesbury

Tuesday, 22 September 2026 | 01:30 PM to 03:30 PM

Empower your child with critical skills in our fun and interactive first aid class with our trainers from Cool Kids First Aid.

Eynesbury Discovery Centre, 479 Eynesbury Rd, Eynesbury 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Canvas Painting Workshop for Kids

Tuesday, 22 September 2026 | 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM

Fully booked
Escape to a world of creativity in our fun and interactive canvas painting workshop! Children will be guided by our friendly and experienced artist to learn colour mixing, brush skills and artistic techniques to bring a picture to life on canvas.

Timbertop Children's & Community Centre, 1 Timbertop Parade, Aintree 3336

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Scavenger Hunt Bike Ride | Ages 3-5

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 09:30 AM to 10:45 AM

Get ready for a fun-filled morning of riding, exploring and discovering! Join us for a guided bike ride through the beautiful surrounds of Eynesbury, where little riders and their grown-ups will enjoy an exciting scavenger hunt along the way.

Eynesbury Discovery Centre, 479 Eynesbury Rd, Eynesbury 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Kids Holiday Hoops

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Get the kids on the courts these holidays! Whether they’re learning dribbling, passing and shooting for the first time or building on existing
skills, the coaches from Melton Basketball Association have a packed line-up.

Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9 The Parade, Caroline Springs 3037

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Sports, Youth events

Scavenger Hunt Bike Ride | Ages 6-9

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM

Join us for an exciting children’s bike ride through the picturesque surrounds of Eynesbury whilst going on an adventurous scavenger hunt!

Eynesbury Discovery Centre, 479 Eynesbury Rd, Eynesbury 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Scavenger Hunt Bike Ride | Ages 10-16

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 01:30 PM to 03:30 PM

Join us for an exciting children’s bike ride through the picturesque surrounds of Eynesbury whilst going on an adventurous scavenger hunt!

Eynesbury Discovery Centre, 479 Eynesbury Rd, Eynesbury 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Make Your Move Talent Quest

Wednesday, 23 September 2026 | 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Come along to Make Your Move Talent Quest, cheer on some incredible young talent and enjoy an afternoon of music, performances and good vibes! Bring your friends, show your support and see who takes the stage!

Melton Youth Centre, 193 Barries Road, Melton 3337

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Bounce

Thursday, 24 September 2026 | 10:00 AM to 03:30 PM

Come with us to BOUNCE! Jump, flip, play and take on the challenges with your friends. Get ready for a fun-filled session where you can let loose and have a good time!

Bounce Heidelberg, 590 Waterdale Rd, Heidelberg West, 3081

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Rock Painting Workshop for Kids

Thursday, 24 September 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Fully booked
Let your child’s creativity shine in this fun, hands on rock painting workshop! Watch as they transform boring old rocks into colourful, fun patterns and imaginative designs, that they can take home or share with others.

Fraser Rise Children’s & Community Centre, 46 City Vista Court, Fraser Rise 3336

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

First Aid for Kids | Taylors Hill

Monday, 28 September 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Empower your child with critical skills in our fun and interactive first aid class with our trainers from Cool Kids First Aid.

Taylors Hill Youth & Community Centre, 121 Calder Park Drive, Taylors Hill 3037

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Volleyball camp

Monday, 28 September 2026 | 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Get ready to learn some new skills, meet new people and hit the court! We’ll kick things off with some skills and drills before forming teams and finishing with a fun mini tournament - no team needed, just come along and play!

Cobblebank Stadium, 14 Stadium Drive, Cobblebank 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

iFLY indoor skydiving

Tuesday, 29 September 2026 | 02:00 PM to 05:30 PM

Ready to reach new heights? Come with us to iFLY Indoor Skydiving and experience the thrill of flying in a safe indoor environment! Bring your friends, give it a go and see what it’s like to defy gravity!

iFLY Essendon, 2 Burns St, Essendon Fields, 3041

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Youth Drama and Improvisation Workshop

Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Join Melton Performing Arts for a free Youth Drama and Improvisation workshop led by facilitators Emma, Josh and Rachel. Designed for children aged 5-16, this engaging three-hour session explores acting through drama games, improvisation activities and character exercises.

Mount Atkinson Children's & Community Centre, 160 Clara Avenue, Truganina 3029

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

Teen craft : The secret language of flowers

Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Create a unique bouquet of pipe cleaner flowers, to take home for yourself or to give as a gift!

Melton Library & Learning Hub, 31 McKenzie Street, Melton, Melton 3337

Tagged as: , School holiday, Talks & workshops, Youth events

Sports for All Abilities

Thursday, 01 October 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Come and try a range of inclusive sports and activities that are for all ages and abilities. Learn new skills and have fun experiencing a range of inclusive sports that are accessible for people living with
a disability and their Carer.

Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9 The Parade, Caroline Springs 3037

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Sports, Youth events

Lady Northcote outdoor adventure

Thursday, 01 October 2026 | 10:00 AM to 05:30 PM

Adventure awaits! Take on canoeing, high ropes course and the giant swing for a day packed with fun and adventure! Enjoy a delicious lunch where you’ll make your own wood-fired pizza, then get back into the action. Bring your mates, try something new and make some epic memories!

Lady Northcote, 1273 Glenmore Road, Glenmore, 3340

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events

The Great Opalia Magic Show

Thursday, 01 October 2026 | 11:00 AM to 01:20 PM

Join us at Opalia Plaza for a FREE School Holiday Magic Show filled with amazing tricks, laughs and magical surprises.

Opalia Plaza, 201 Exford Road, Weir Views 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family

Spring into Action at the Melton Recycling Facility

Friday, 02 October 2026 | 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM

Spring is a wonderful time to clear out those cluttered cupboards at your house and bring along your donatable items to the Melton Recycling Facility!

Melton Recycling Facility, 33 Ferris Road, Cobblebank 3338

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday

Yoga for Youth

Friday, 02 October 2026 | 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM

Slow down, stretch out and reset! Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session designed to help you move, unwind and recharge. Bring your good vibes and give yourself some time to chill!

Taylors Hill Youth & Community Centre, 121 Calder Park Drive, Taylors Hill 3037

Tagged as: , Kids & family, School holiday, Youth events