Autumn School Holiday Fun in the City of Whittlesea

Published on 01 April 2025

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Get ready for an action-packed autumn break with an incredible line-up of activities for young people! Whether you're into sports, outdoor adventures, creative workshops, or comedy shows, there's something just for you. Don't miss out on the fun, grab your friends and make the most of the holidays.

For the full program details and to secure your spot, visit the Youth Events page.

Event highlights

Ages 3 to 12

Nature Discovery Walk

When: Sunday 6 April, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Epping North Conservation Reserve (Park at Epping Soccer Stadium, enter via Harvest Home Road)
Cost: Free (BBQ available, bring coins)
Activities: Animals of Oz, Eco Explorers, nature passport activity

Dinosaur Discovery Presentation

When: Thursday 17 April, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Where: Mernda Village Community Activity Centre, 70 Mernda Village Drive, Mernda
Cost: Free
Description: Explore real dinosaur fossils from Melbourne Museum and learn how scientists find out about dinosaurs by looking at fossils and models

Ages 12 to 18

Xtreme Sports Lab

When: Tuesday 8 April, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Smash X Indoor Sports Centre, 143 O’Herns Road, Epping
Cost: Free (Lunch provided)
Activities: Indoor soccer, badminton, basketball, dodgeball

Deadly Creative Arts

When: Wednesday 9 April, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Laurimar Community Centre, 110 Hazel Glen Drive, Doreen
Cost: Free (Afternoon tea provided)
Activities: Traditional and modern Indigenous art, painting, weaving, storytelling

Beyond the Canvas

When: Monday 14 April, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Riverside Community Centre, 8 Doreen Rogen Way, South Morang
Cost: Free (Lunch provided)
Activities: Guided nature walk, creative art session inspired by nature

Next Level Soccer

When: Tuesday 15 April, 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Where: Harvest Home Community Pavilion, 130W Harvest Home Road, Epping
Cost: Free (Lunch provided)
Activities: Soccer drills, friendly matches, skill-building

All ages

Trash Test Dummies

When: Tuesday 15 April, 11:00 am
Where: Yan Yean Theatre
Cost: $20 adult | $16 child | $54 family of four | $15 each for a group of 10
Recommended for: Suitable for 5 years+
Description: Winners of the best Children’s presentation at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, the Trash Test Dummies are as full of laughs as their bins are full of surprises
Don’t miss out – book your tickets at the PRACC website.

Donny Bloom

When: Thursday 17 April, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Where: 995 Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook
Cost: Free
Activities: Live music, basketball games, classic races (egg and spoon, sack race, 3-legged race), giant outdoor games

Join us for an unforgettable autumn packed with fun, learning, and new experiences.