Discover special, one-off family events coming to the Central Coast! Read on to find children's theatre shows, sporting events, fairs and music festivals, plus heaps of fun free events! Put these in your diary, buy tickets in advance and make sure you don't forget to attend. From Gosford and Woy Woy to The Entrance and Tumbi Umbi, there's something for the whole family!
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46 Marine Parade
The Entrance
Central Coast Council is bringing awesome kids’ activities to Memorial Park at The Entrance these school holidays! + Thursday 14 January: Drumming Session (10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm & 1.30pm). Age group 5 -17. + Tuesday 19 January : Painting Sea Life (10am, 11am, 12pm & 1pm). Age group 4 – 10. + Friday 22 January: Laser Tag (10am, 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am 12pm, 12.30pm, 1pm & 1.30pm). Age group 5 -17. Visit here to reserve your spot. Proudly presented by Central Coast Council Read more… -
256 Scenic Hwy
Terrigal
These summer school holidays, the The Outlook Riding Academy in Terrigal will be running a series of awesome horse riding camps – perfect for little horse lovers looking for some adventure!During these half-day camps, children will get to saddle up for an unforgettable horse riding experience which may include trail, bareback, dressage, mounted games, or six-bar show jumping. Kids will then meet the horses, learn how to clean the stables, groom a horse, and feed them before playing games and taking part in horse-themed activities. They’ll then finish the day with icy poles and some fun in the sprinkler to cool off!Camps will run over four weeks throughout the summer break, with the first starting on Tuesday 8 December – a great option for working parents whose children break up from school early.Read more…Ages: Camps are for kids aged 5-16 years. To book, contact Sam on 0427 189 567 or email remond6@bigpond.com. For more info, visit the Outlook Riding Academy website. -
Doyalson RSL, Pacific Highway
Doyalson
Slip, slide and splash your way through the heat this Summer at Waterworld Central in Doyalson. The mobile water park will be touching down in Doyalson early this year, starting 27 December and open for much of January*.
Brand-new to the park this year is the massive Wave Slide which will challenge the daredevils among us! Plus, you’ll be able to walk on water in the zorb cylinders, bounce around on the Snow World igloos, or if you’re looking for a more chilled out day, then the wading pool is for you! This promises to be the coolest way to escape the heat this summer!
Pre-booking tickets is encouraged.
*The park is closed New Year’s Day
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18 Hallards Rd
Central Mangrove
Head to Mangrove Mountain Memorial Club and Golf Course these summer school holidays and challenge friends and family to a game of FootGolf! Plus, families can make the most of their special school holiday deal – get a family pass for two adults and two children for JUST $45 – ball hire included! Playing in Puddles visited for a game of FootGolf. We had a blast! Click here to read our review. Read more… -
Hunter Valley Gardens, 2090 Broke Rd
Pokolbin
Your favourite Christmas event is back from 5th November to 26th January! Experience enchanting displays of millions of sparkling lights across five hectares of gardens. This much-loved family event brings the spirit of Christmas to children (and adults) of all ages and is held at the Hunter Valley Gardens from 5 November 2020 to 26 January 2021. This year’s display promises to dazzle with its GIANT Castle and walk-through tunnel standing at 5 metres high and 15 metres wide, the popular Lovers Corner – a hotspot for romantic pics under a tunnel of hearts – and the 8-metre high ‘Snowy’ the Snowman where visitors can take a trip through his belly! Plus, there are rainbows, unicorns, giant glittering baubles, glistening starts and one or two Christmas trees. Garden rides* will not be outdone when it comes to light displays and are a visual treat of their own! Get a bird’s eye view of the lights from the 25m high Ferris Wheel, twist and twirl in the Tea Cups and take a ride on everyone’s favourite Venetian Carousel. Experience the wonder, joy and sparkle of the season at Christmas Lights Spectacular. *Rides are an extra cost Playing in Puddles visited in 2019 – click here to read our review! NOTE: All guests must have their own tickets including children under 3, please ensure your booking includes all members of your group. Read more… -
Doyalson RSL, Pacific Highway
Doyalson
Slip, slide and splash your way through the heat this Summer at Waterworld Central in Doyalson. The mobile water park will be touching down in Doyalson early this year, starting 27 December and open for much of January*.
Brand-new to the park this year is the massive Wave Slide which will challenge the daredevils among us! Plus, you’ll be able to walk on water in the zorb cylinders, bounce around on the Snow World igloos, or if you’re looking for a more chilled out day, then the wading pool is for you! This promises to be the coolest way to escape the heat this summer!
Pre-booking tickets is encouraged.
*The park is closed New Year’s Day
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18 Hallards Rd
Central Mangrove
Head to Mangrove Mountain Memorial Club and Golf Course these summer school holidays and challenge friends and family to a game of FootGolf! Plus, families can make the most of their special school holiday deal – get a family pass for two adults and two children for JUST $45 – ball hire included! Playing in Puddles visited for a game of FootGolf. We had a blast! Click here to read our review. Read more… -
Hunter Valley Gardens, 2090 Broke Rd
Pokolbin
Your favourite Christmas event is back from 5th November to 26th January! Experience enchanting displays of millions of sparkling lights across five hectares of gardens. This much-loved family event brings the spirit of Christmas to children (and adults) of all ages and is held at the Hunter Valley Gardens from 5 November 2020 to 26 January 2021. This year’s display promises to dazzle with its GIANT Castle and walk-through tunnel standing at 5 metres high and 15 metres wide, the popular Lovers Corner – a hotspot for romantic pics under a tunnel of hearts – and the 8-metre high ‘Snowy’ the Snowman where visitors can take a trip through his belly! Plus, there are rainbows, unicorns, giant glittering baubles, glistening starts and one or two Christmas trees. Garden rides* will not be outdone when it comes to light displays and are a visual treat of their own! Get a bird’s eye view of the lights from the 25m high Ferris Wheel, twist and twirl in the Tea Cups and take a ride on everyone’s favourite Venetian Carousel. Experience the wonder, joy and sparkle of the season at Christmas Lights Spectacular. *Rides are an extra cost Playing in Puddles visited in 2019 – click here to read our review! NOTE: All guests must have their own tickets including children under 3, please ensure your booking includes all members of your group. Read more… -
Doyalson RSL, Pacific Highway
Doyalson
Slip, slide and splash your way through the heat this Summer at Waterworld Central in Doyalson. The mobile water park will be touching down in Doyalson early this year, starting 27 December and open for much of January*.
Brand-new to the park this year is the massive Wave Slide which will challenge the daredevils among us! Plus, you’ll be able to walk on water in the zorb cylinders, bounce around on the Snow World igloos, or if you’re looking for a more chilled out day, then the wading pool is for you! This promises to be the coolest way to escape the heat this summer!
Pre-booking tickets is encouraged.
*The park is closed New Year’s Day
Read more…
