Discover the best-of-the-best spring school holiday festivals, pop-ups, camps, shows, festivals and events happening across the Central Coast and nearby region!
Three fabulous kids shows are coming to local stages these school holidays. At Laycock Street Community Theatre you can catch two shows: The Librarian is a kooky, high-energy circus adventure packed with acrobatics, clowning and comedy, while The Owl’s Apprentice does double duty as a puppetry show and hands-on workshop that will delight crafty kids and parents alike. The Art House, meanwhile, is bringing world-class acrobatics, aerials and striking design to the stage with Into Space: expect a collision of Star Wars and Cirque du Soleil wow!
Prefer action? Tuff Nutterz, Australia’s BIGGEST inflatable obstacle course is bouncing back to our region – making stops in both Newcastle and the Central Coast these holidays. But if you like your obstacles muddy, wet and challenging, you’ll be excited to hear that Raw Challenge is bringing back their school holiday events this spring – and, like Tuff Nutterz, they’re open to kids AND adults.
If you have a mini ninja warrior, you’re spoilt for choice: for kids who love to climb, swing and race, Australian Warrior Fitness is delivering fast-paced 2-hour sessions, while Obstacle Course Racing School is offering full-day camps and casual classes.
Creativity more your thang? Miss May’s brand-new school holiday art workshops celebrate colour, imagination and flair. In joyful, studio-style sessions, young artists explore fresh techniques, experiment across mediums, and head home each day with a finished masterpiece. Roundabout Circus will have your kids mastering skills like hula hooping, juggling, silks, unicycling and more – seriously cool party tricks they won’t learn anywhere else.
Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures has introduced a brand NEW camp this spring! With them you can horseride, kayak, quad bike, pet farm animals, play laser tag and more.
Want your kids to be water-safe and carnival ready before summer hits, One by Mingara has two brilliant swimming school holiday clinics – and they’re open to everyone (you don’t need to be enrolled in their regular program to join in).
And, wait for it, we have HUGE news! Bluey and Bingo are coming to the Australian Reptile Park these school holidays! For Real Life! The Bluey Live Interactive Experience will be happening every day these spring school holidays and it’s FREE with your zoo entry ticket!
Keep reading to make sure your holidays are the best they can be – and book early to avoid missing out.
PS: Don’t miss your chance to win a family ticket to see Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney – details at the bottom!
Kids Shows and Special Events Happening these Spring School Holidays
Tuff Nutterz: Australia’s BIGGEST inflatable obstacle course is visiting the Central Coast & Newcastle!
Are you ready to conquer Australia’s LARGEST inflatable obstacle course? Tuff Nutterz is bouncing back to the Central Coast and Newcastle these spring school holidays – and trust us, you don’t want to miss it.
Stretching the length of 10.5 basketball courts, this epic 300m inflatable course is packed with climbing walls, slippery dips, bouncy balls, balance beams, tunnels, and even “a giant marshmallow” you can leap into! Add in a mini obstacle course, a six-metre-tall Tuff Slide, brand-new games, and a dance-off with Tuffy the friendly T-Rex and you’ve got one seriously epic school holiday outing.
What we love most is that everyone can join in. Parents, this isn’t one of those boring sit-on-the-sidelines kind of days – nope, you get to climb, slide, and laugh alongside your kids. Tuff Nutterz is one of those rare all-ages experiences where the whole family – from toddlers to teens to parents – will genuinely have a heap of fun together.
If cheering from the sidelines is more your style, the kids can run themselves ragged while you sit back and enjoy the coffee trucks, food stalls and sunshine. Each session runs for 105 minutes, giving kids plenty of time to burn energy and tackle challenge after challenge. Our verdict: do it! It’s a tonne of fun.
Tuff Nutterz
Cost: Tickets from $26.50 | Spectators free.
Central Coast: 20–21 Sept 2025 | The Dam Hotel, Hamlyn Terrace | Book Central Coast tickets here.
Newcastle: 27 Sept – 5 Oct 2025 | Griffith Park, Stockton | Book Newcastle tickets here.
A page-turning circus adventure with beatboxing + breakdancing is playing at Laycock!
Get ready for a school holiday show that’s kooky, clever and laugh-out-loud funny! The Librarian is no ordinary trip to the library. This high-energy production blends circus skills, acrobatics, clowning, breakdancing and beatboxing into a performance that kids (and parents!) will be talking about long after the curtain falls.
The story follows Paul-Émile Dumoulin, a serious and impeccably neat librarian. But every time he opens a book, something extraordinary happens – he’s whisked away into the wild and wonderful world between the pages. One moment he’s cataloguing novels, the next he’s juggling, breakdancing or diving into a fantastical new character. It’s part circus, part theatre, and entirely unpredictable.
Perfect for children aged 5–12, The Librarian celebrates curiosity, imagination and the magic of reading. Picture Charlie Chaplin meets Cirque du Soleil, with a healthy dose of silliness thrown in – and you’ll have the vibe.
With only two shows these spring holidays, don’t miss your chance to experience this page-turning adventure at Laycock Street Community Theatre.
The Librarian
When: Sat 4 October, 2025 – 2pm & 4pm.
Duration: 50 mins – no interval.
Age group: Recommended for children aged 5-12 (plus their grown ups).
Tickets: Adult $29 | Concession/Child $25 | Vacation Care $22 | Family 2A2C/1A3C $96.
Contact: 02 4323 3233 | [email protected].
Where: Laycock Street Community Theatre, 5 Laycock Street, Wyoming.
Website: https://laycockstreettheatre.com/
Catch Into Space at The Art House: it’s Cirque-meets-Star Wars (and it’s all kinds of fabulous)
Want to see an astronaut defy gravity? Blast off to The Art House these school holidays for Into Space by Arc Circus – a brand-new adventure that’s equal parts spectacle and heart. Fusing world-class acrobatics, aerials, juggling and striking design, Into Space is a collision of Star Wars and Cirque du Soleil, and it’s all kinds of fabulous.
Expect to see: six performers juggling in perfect sync (even while unicycling); human “trampoline” tosses that launch acrobats sky-high; human towers – three-people high!; daredevils balancing on man-made spinning platforms (hard to visualise, spectacular to watch); spins, twists and drops from aerial hoops; skipping with a human rope… and more.
And weaving all of this spectacle together is a story with heart. It follows Val, an astronaut on a high-stakes mission with his crew. Cue asteroid fields, alien encounters, separation, and the very real fear of not making it home.
Into Space is a high-energy, narrative-driven circus – quite unlike any other – and it’s perfect school-holiday entertainment. Snap up your tickets before they vanish into space.
Into Space
Show Times: Tue 30 September, 7PM | Wednesday 1 October, 11AM.
Duration: 55 minutes, no interval.
Age group: 5+ and families
Show Cost: Adult $27 | Child under 12, $20 | Family of 4, $75 | Vacation Care $15 | Encore Member $22.
Where: The Art House, 19-21 Margaret Street, Wyong.
Phone: 4335 1485
For Vacation Care Bookings please email [email protected].
For general bookings, please book online here.
The Art House website
Theatre + workshop! The Owl’s Apprentice is bringing puppetry adventure to Laycock!
Owls aren’t born wise – like the rest of us, they have to learn it.
In The Owl’s Apprentice, we meet Poot Poot, a young owl sent to Owl School to discover the secrets of wisdom. Trouble is, he’s homesick, uncertain, and not quite sure what wisdom even means.
What follows is a heartwarming and funny tale brought to life through shadow puppetry, hand puppetry and clever storytelling. Along the way, Poot Poot meets a wombat who teaches him persistence, a lyrebird who shows him how to listen, a kookaburra who makes him laugh, an echidna who shares resilience, and a platypus who helps him celebrate being different.
This enchanting 40-minute show is performed by Jenny Ellis of Little Wing Puppets, who has been delighting audiences for over 20 years. It’s the perfect length to keep children engaged without the fidgets, and a wonderful way to introduce them to theatre.
Bonus: Kids aged 4–10 can also join a hands-on Shadow Puppet-Making Workshop after the show, creating their very own puppet to take home.
The Owl’s Apprentice
Show Times: Wed 8 October 2025 at 10.30am | Thurs 9 October 2025 at 10.30am and 12.30pm.
Duration: 40 mins + Q&A.
Age group: Recommended for kids ages 4-10.
Show Cost: Tickets $20 | Vacation Care Group $15.
Contact: 02 4323 3233 | [email protected]. For group bookings please contact the Box Office on 4323 3233 between 10am – 2pm Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri or email them on [email protected]
Shadow Puppet Workshops with Little Wing Puppets: Wed 8 October 2025 at 11.45am | Thurs 9 October 2025 at 1.45pm. All tickets $15 (Companion Card Holders, free).
Where: Laycock Street Community Theatre, 5 Laycock Street, Wyoming.
Website: https://laycockstreettheatre.com/
See the Bluey Live Interactive Experience at the Australian Reptile Park these holidays!
We have HUGE news! Bluey and Bingo are coming to the Australian Reptile Park these school holidays! For Real Life!
The Bluey Live Interactive Experience will be happening every day these spring school holidays and it’s FREE with your zoo entry ticket! In this fun interactive experience you’ll get to play Magic Asparagus, Magic Xylophone, Keepy Uppy and more with your favourite Heeler pups.
Plus, you can meet, greet and take your photo with both Bluey and Bingo! This is going to blow your little ones’ minds.
Adults, before you reach for the camera, please note you need to pre-book your meet and greet before you arrive at the Australian Reptile Park. There are limited spots available, so don’t dilly dally on this.
Alongside the Bluey fun, you’ll meet a whole zoo of favourites – koalas, wombats, a cassowary, Galápagos tortoises, Komodo dragons, echidnas, alligators and more.
What really sets the Australian Reptile Park apart is the stack of daily live shows and animal meet-and-greets. These holidays feature Elvis the Crocodile shows, Tasmanian Devil talks, Komodo Dragon walks, Koala talks, Lorikeet feeding, Reptile shows and more. See the full schedule here.
As if that’s not enough: there’s free face painting and a free inflatable obstacle course every day these school holidays, too.
Australian Reptile Park
Where: Australian Reptile Park, Pacific Highway, Somersby.
When: The Australian Reptile Park is open every day. The Bluey Live Interactive Experience will run daily from 27th September to 12th October 2025.
Times: The Australian Reptile Park is open 9am-5pm. The Bluey Live Interactive Experience will occur daily at 10:30am and 1:30pm in the Main Park area |Meet and Greet Bluey and Bingo daily at 11:30am or 12:30pm (prebookings needed) |
Cost: The Bluey Live Interactive Experience is FREE with your zoo entry ticket. See Australian Reptile Park’s website for ticket options (tip: check out their annual passes, so you can attend multiple times for the price of just over two visits).
Contact: For more details, visit their website.
School Holiday Camps on the Central Coast – book these this spring!
Full-day action! Ninja camps + casual classes at Obstacle Course Racing School
Looking for a holiday activity that’s high-energy, strength-building and seriously fun? Obstacle Course Racing School (OCRS) in Tuggerah has something for every level of Ninja this Spring – from curious beginners to teens chasing serious competition.
Full Day Ninja Program (5–14 yrs)
Perfect for kids who love climbing, swinging and challenging themselves (and working parents), this full-day program runs from 8:30am–3:30pm and is packed with games, relays, workshops, mini challenges, free play and ninja fun. They’ll tackle spider walls, rope nets, monkey bars, Tarzan swings and the famous warped wall. It’s challenging, muscle-burning and a whole lot of fun.
Details: 8.30am-3.30pm | 29 Sept, 1 Oct, 3 Oct, 7 Oct, 9 Oct | $70 per day (discounts for siblings). Use code PIP10 for 10% off!
Come-and-Try Casual Ninja Classes (3-13+ yrs)
Through the holidays, OCRS run casual classes across all ages. These sessions are the perfect way for kids to dip their toes (and swing their arms!) into the world of Ninja or for kids keen to try a class before signing up for a term.
Details: 30- and 45-min sessions | 30 Sept, 2 Oct, 8 Oct, 10 Oct | From $15/person. Use code PIP10 for 10% off!
Advanced Ninjas & Teen Challenges
For older kids and experienced ninjas ready to push their limits, OCRS will be running a series of advanced holiday sessions designed to test skill, speed, endurance and to get you comp ready. Multiple options and dates; check their website for details.
Get 10% off! Use Playing in Puddles’ special discount code “PIP10” at checkout for 10% off OCRS’s school holiday camps and term-time ninja classes!
Obstacle Course Racing School
Location: 2/5A Pioneer Ave, Tuggerah.
Age Group: There are different classes for different ages; classes for children aged 3-13+.
Contact: 0493 283 576 or [email protected]
Obstacle Course Racing School’s website
NEW! Unlock creativity this spring at Miss May’s school holiday art classes in Terrigal!
We’ve found a brand-new school holiday camp and we know it’s going to be super popular!
Miss May’s Paint Station is popping up in Terrigal these school holidays with joyful, hands-on art workshops led by owner/artist Kirralee May. In these vibrant workshops, young artists will explore new techniques, experiment with different mediums, and get to take home a finished masterpiece at the end of every session!
Parents you will absolutely love the flexible options: you can choose a full day (9am–3pm), a morning session (9am–12pm), an afternoon session (1pm–3pm), or a special parent-and-child class so you can get creative side by side.
At the end of every class your child will bring home a different artwork – think Van Gogh sunflowers on tote bags, butterfly canvases, textured mushroom gardens with gold leaf, jellyfish sculptures, Pink Galah portraits, mixed-media cupcakes and more.
In these classes, premium materials are provided, creativity is celebrated, and Kirralee brings that rare mix of playful energy, gentle nudges and genuine inspiration to every workshop.
Spots are limited, and Kirralee is offering a discounted all day rate these holidays. We recommend you book an easel before they book out!
Miss May’s Paint Station
Age Group: Daytime classes are for 6-13 year olds. There’s also a Parent & Child class.
Where: Terrigal Girl Guides Hall, 24 Hastings Rd, Terrigal.
Kids aged 6-13 classes: Monday 29th Sept, Tuesday 30th Sept, Wednesday 1st Oct, Tuesday 7th Oct, Wednesday 8th Oct, Thursday 9th Oct. Times & Costs: Morning is 9am-12pm; $77 | Afternoon is 1pm-3pm; $66 | All Day is 9am-3pm (drop off from 8:45am and pick up no later than 3:30pm); $99.
Advanced 8+ years class: 5pm-7pm Wednesday 8th Oct; $66.
Parent & Child class: 5pm-7pm Monday 29th Sept; $99 total.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0450 937 972
Miss May’s Paint Station‘s Facebook page
Miss May’s Paint Station‘s Instagram page
Miss May’s Paint Station‘s Website
Climb, swing, conquer! Ninja workshops with Australian Warrior Fitness
If your child’s energy levels could power a small city, this is their moment. These spring school holidays, let them swing, climb and lache their way through an epic workshop at Australian Warrior Fitness – a purpose-built ninja training centre in Gosford.
Designed for kids aged 7–12, these 2-hour Ninja Warrior Training Sessions are fast-paced, high-energy and packed with obstacles inspired by the TV show: think ropes, rings, monkey bars, warped walls and more.
Led by AWF’s accredited coaches – including some who compete on the national Ninja circuit – these sessions are fast-paced and high-energy, designed to boost confidence, build strength and sharpen obstacle skills, all while keeping kids entertained (and happily exhausted). The course can be tailored to each child’s ability, ensuring every participant feels challenged, supported and safe.
Each session ends with a friendly mini comp, giving kids the chance to test their moves, cheer on their mates, and maybe even score a podium prize. It’s all about challenging them to be the very best ninja legend they can be.
Parents are welcome to drop ‘n run or stay ‘n chill. Either way, you’ll be taking home a child who’s buzzing with excitement and well and truly worn out.
Australian Warrior Fitness
Location: 34 Glennie St W, Gosford.
Dates: 9:30am – 11:30am | Tues 30 September, Thurs 2nd October, Tues 7th October, Thurs 9th October 2025.
Cost: $38.
Age Group: Children aged 7-12.
Contact: 0431776147or [email protected]
Australian Warrior Fitness’s website
Get muddy! Book into Raw Challenge’s spring school holiday events, Doyalson
+ 25+ obstacles Raw Challenge camp – recommended for kids aged 5-10 years old, but any child aged between 5 and 17 can join this program (and their adults).
Please note, the cut-off age for these dates is not 10 years of age: they just recommend the 10-17 year old program for older kids as it includes some additional more challenging obstacles that older kids will likely enjoy.
Dates: Friday 3 October 2025 | Wednesday 8th October 2025.
Times: 9.30am-1pm (drop off 9.15-9.25am).
30+ obstacles Raw Challenge camp – for kids aged 10-17 years old (and their adults).
Dates: Friday 10 October 2025.
Times: 9.30am-1pm (drop off 9.15-9.25am).
Where: Raw Challenge, 110 Pacific Hwy, Doyalson.
Who: Kids aged 5-17 (plus adults can join in too).
Inclusions: Lunch (sausage sandwich and a soft drink).
Cost: $39.50/person (plus small booking fee)!
Raw Challenge’s Website
Run away with Roundabout Circus’s holiday camps this spring!
Looking for school holiday fun that sparks creativity, builds confidence and gets kids moving? Roundabout Circus is running Youth Circus Camps (ages 5–13) where participants learn to tumble, juggle, balance and fly on aerial silks. Camps are playful, welcoming and inclusive – ideal for first-timers and returning students.
Plus, kids will get to make their own circus prop (e.g. juggling balls) to take home to keep the learning, fun and momentum going.
Grown-ups aren’t left out: Roundabout Circus also runs adult aerial and circus skills sessions across the holidays, and not forgetting their FREE monthly SPIRAL Coast Sunday flow jams, which will fall in the holidays on Sunday 12 October.
Roundabout Circus holiday camps
When: Monday 29th September, Tuesday 30th September, Thursday 2nd October, Tuesday 7th October and Thursday 9th October.
Where: Roundabout Circus, 96 Showground Rd, Gosford.
Cost: Half day (3.5 hrs) – $50 | Full day (7 hrs) – $90. Multi-session discounts available.
Age Group: Camps are for ages 5 yrs -13 years, plus adults.
Contact: 0243 117 133, roundaboutcircus.com
Creative and Active Kids vouchers accepted.
Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures has introduced a BRAND NEW kids camp these holidays!
Did you know Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures runs school-holiday day camps? Even better—this spring they’re launching a third, brand-new option. Set across 3,000 acres of spectacular bushland and breathtaking views, it’s the kind of school-holiday fun you don’t want to miss. Perfect for families who believe school holidays should mean muddy knees, outdoor exploring and stories for the dinner table.
NEW Valley Adventurers Camp (Ages 5–16)
Perfect for curious explorers and kids who need a slice of nature, the brand new Valley Adventurers camp is a hands-on day of discovery. Kids will embark on a bushwalk and scavenger hunt, make and cook their own damper, create nature craft, learn basic knot-tying skills and build a shelter from natural materials, and meet and feed the chickens, goats, hairy cows, emus and ducks who call Glenworth home.
Adventure Max Camp (Ages 7–16)
Swap screens for maximum outdoor adventures! On this camp, your kids will join in kayaking, laser skirmish and horseriding or quad biking (age dependent). This is a camp they’ll be talking about for weeks.
Horse Riding Camps (Ages 5–16)
From arena basics with professional instructors to trail rides through stunning bushland. Half-day, full-day and overnight options for beginners through to confident young riders.
Bonus for parents: you can pull up a seat in the Glenworth Valley café: it has great coffee, scenic views and free Wi-Fi, so you can work while the kids go adventuring.
When: Spring 2025 school holidays; multiple half-day, full-day and select overnight camps (see website for dates).
Where: Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures.
Cost: Valley Adventurers Camps from $69 half day / $99 full day; Adventure Max Camps from $135 half day / $180 full day; Horseriding Camp pricing varies; see website.
Glenworth Valley Wilderness Adventures’ website
Active Kids vouchers accepted.
Summer is coming! Get water-confident and race-ready with One by Mingara‘s swimming holiday clinics
Spring’s here, which means beach days and pool parties are right around the corner. If you want your kids feeling confident and water-safe before summer hits, One by Mingara has two brilliant school holiday clinics – and they’re open to everyone (you don’t need to be enrolled in their regular program).
Clinic 1 – School Holiday Learn to Swim Stroke Intensives: Four days of focused lessons to burn off energy and polish technique. Perfect for kids in Learn to Swim Stages 2–5: think rainbow arms and breaststroke basics through to butterfly kicks, treading water and 15m swims in all strokes.
- Duration & Cost: 30 min classes across 4 days| $89 for the four sessions! Bargain.
- Who: Kids in Learn to Swim stages 2–5 (all welcome, not just current students). Call to find out if your kid’s swimming ability makes this a good fit. Spots limited – get in quick!
Clinic 2 – Race Ready Carnival Clinics: Got a school swimming carnival coming up? These four-day clinics sharpen starts, turns and finishes, so kids hit the blocks feeling prepared and pumped. This intensive holiday program is held in One by Mingara’s indoor heated 8-lane Olympic pool and supported by their experienced coaching team.
- Duration & Cost: 45 min classes across 4 days | $79 for the four sessions! Bargain.
- Who: Stage 5, Stage 6 & Mini Squads (able to swim 25m minimum, 7+ years). Call to find out if your kid’s swimming ability makes this a good fit. Spots limited to 15 swimmers per session.
Why One by Mingara? Qualified, kid-loving instructors + a bespoke program focused on solid technique and real-world water safety. The facility features a heated 50m lap pool, leisure pool with lazy river, hydrotherapy pool and babies’ aqua play area – ideal for confidence-building in any weather.
Enrol today so your kids are strong, safe and summer-ready. It’s a life skill for them – and peace of mind for you.
Learn to Swim at One by Mingara
Where: One by Mingara, 12-14 Mingara Drive, Tumbi Umbi.
Contact: 4349 7821 or [email protected]
One by Mingara’s website
WIN a family pass to Tinkerbell in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney these school holidays!
We have four tickets to give away to “Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies” show on Saturday 27 September 2025 at 1.30pm.
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TINKERBELL AND THE DREAM FAIRIES
Venue: Royal Botanic Garden Sydney – Performance Located at Pioneer Garden (Entry via the Morshead Gate, Palace Gate or Conservatorium Gate).
Dates: 27 September – 12 October 2025. Multiple times – see website for more.
Prices: From $25/person. Book 4 tickets get $10 off.
Bookings: www.shakespeareaustralia.com.au or call 02 9011 7704.
Running Time: Approximately 1 Hour and 15 minutes (No interval)
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Art and Digital School Holiday Camps on the Central Coast
Central Coast Creative Hub
What: One-day art camps (full days and half days available). From Water bead Puffy Slime and Picasso Mixed Media wall hangings to Clay pot Fairy Houses.
Where: Point Clare.
Ages: 4.5 years old – 15 years old.
Luna and Co art classes
What: One-day art camps. From air-dry sculpture to acrylic painting.
Where: Niagara Park.
Ages: Different ages across different classes.
Coding camps
There are multiple businesses that run online and in-person digital camps – from coding and website building to DJ and youtube workshops. These businesses sometimes run camps in person on the Central Coast. Check their websites for details.
CIY Club
Code Camp
Sport School Holiday Camps on the Central Coast
Motiv8Sports Central Coast
What: Two- and three-day sport camps plus 4-on-4 football tournaments.
Where: Multiple locations across the Coast. These can vary so check website for details, but generally Erina and Warnervale.
Ages: 5-15 years old.
MVP Football school holiday soccer clinics
What: One- to three-day soccer camps.
Where: Umina.
Ages: Under 6s+.
Brazilian Soccer Schools, Central Coast
What: Three-day soccer camps (half day and full day available).
Where: Tuggerah.
Ages: 5-16 years old.
Dean Heffernan and Central Coast United soccer camps
What: one- and two-day soccer camps (half day).
Where: Tuggerah.
Ages: Under 8s – Under 16s.
Rose Football Academy
What: Half-day soccer camps.
Where: Killarney Vale.
Ages: Kids aged 5-12.
Mighty Mariners Holiday Clinics, Central Coast
What: Three- and two-day soccer + activity camps (half day only).
Where: Tuggerah.
Ages: 6-14 years old.
Newcastle Jets community soccer clinics and Mini Olympic clinics
What: One- and two-day camps (half day only).
Where: Speers Point, New Lambton, Lochinvar, Maitland, Adamstown, Belmont.
Ages: 6-12 years old.
Skateboard, Scooter, BMX and Rollerskating school holiday camps at Slam Factory
What: One- and three-day camps in specific disciplines: skateboarding, rollerskating, BMX or scootering.
Where: Slam Factory, Tuggerah.
Ages: Kids aged 5+.
Horse riding and Animal School Holiday Camps on the Central Coast
The Outlook Riding Academy horse riding holiday camps, Terrigal
What: One-, two- and three-day horse riding and activity camps (full day only).
Where: Terrigal.
Ages: 5-16 years old.
Glenworth Valley Horseriding camps
What: Half-day junior beginner horseriding camp and full-day level 1 beginner horseriding camp. (This is a 1-day camp)
Where: Glenworth Valley.
Ages: 5-16 years – different ages for different camps.
The Australian Reptile Park’s Little Kids to Keeper, Big Kids to Keeper and Inclusive Kids to Keeper experiences
What: One-day experience. A fully escorted workshop offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access and hands-on animal experiences.
Where: The Australian Reptile Park, Somersby.
Ages: Little Kids 2 Keeper: ages 7-12 years. Big Kids 2 Keeper: ages 13-18 years. Inclusive Kids 2 Keeper: ages 7-18 years.
Adventure and Active School Holiday Camps on the Central Coast
Glenworth Valley Adventure Max School Holiday Camp
What: One-day adventure camp. Activities vary depending on the season, but may include horseriding, quad biking, laser tag, kayaking, abseiling and team games (full day only).
Where: Glenworth Valley.
Ages: 7-16 years old.
Roundabout Circus school holiday camps
What: One-day, half-day and 1.5-2 hour camps are available in everything from aerial silks, trapeze and lyra to tumbling, juggling and hula hooping.
Where: Wyoming.
Ages: All ages. Different ages across different classes.
School Holiday Workshops (camps that run for just a couple of hours)
The following venues run school holiday workshops that kids can attend for a couple of hours. It’s a great way to give kids the opportunity to learn a new skill or gauge their curiosity in a different activity.
Ice skating at Erina Ice Arena: 1.5-hour ice skating workshops for children aged 7-15 years old | Erina.
Ninja classes at Australian Warrior Fitness: 1.5-hours of “Australian Ninja Warrior”-style obstacle training for children aged 6-12 (split into age groups) | North Gosford.
Ninja classes at Obstacle Course Racing School: 30-45 minute classes of “Australian Ninja Warrior”-style obstacle training for people aged 3-14+ (split into age groups) | Tuggerah.
Art classes at Gosford Regional Gallery: 2-hour art classes in everything from jewellery making to expressive drawing. Different classes for different age groups from ages 6-adult | East Gosford.
Roundabout Circus: 2-hour classes in anything from silks and trapeze to tumbling and juggling. All ages (classes are split into different age groups) | Wyoming
Other Central Coast school holiday camps to look out for!
From time to time the following venues run school holiday camps and workshops. Check their website for dates.
Marine Discovery Centre
Charmy Indoor Sports
NSW School Holiday Dates for 2025.
We know it’s tricky to plan vacations in advance and to get school holiday camps sorted so parents can continue to work. To make it that little bit easier, here are the school holiday dates for NSW public schools in 2025.
2025 NSW school holiday dates and terms
- Spring 2025 school holidays – Monday 29 September 2025 to Friday 10 October 2025.
- Summer 2025 school holidays (Eastern division, Central Coast) – Monday 22 December 2025 to Monday 26 January 2026.
- Summer 2025 school holidays (Western division) – Monday 22 December to Monday 2 February 2026.
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Written By: KATIE STOKES
Founder & Editor
After working in print and online media for more than a decade, Katie launched Playing in Puddles in 2017. A mum of three young boys and local of the Central Coast, Katie loves discovering and sharing all that’s happening in our region.
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