Summer School Holidays Western Sydney

Summer School Holidays Western Sydney

As fast as we could, we compiled the Summer School Holiday Guide in Western Sydney. We know keeping the kids entertained and busy during the school holidays can be tricky business, but WSM has got you covered! We have created the ultimate guide with the best activities and experiences happening in Western Sydney these school holidays!

For easy access to the Summer School Holiday Guide in Western Sydney, see the list below or scroll down at your own pace:

australian reptile park

UNLEASH THE ROAR THIS SUMMER!

Get ready for a dino-mite adventure as the Jurassic Zoo comes to life at the Australian Reptile Park! Step into a prehistoric world that’s totally roar-some, where dinosaurs roam, discoveries await, and every moment is packed with triassic-level excitement.

Your entry ticket includes a t-rific lineup of FREE activities:

• Roaring Life-sized Dinosaurs
• Jurassic Zoo Bush Walk
• Dino Dig: Unearth the Past
• Free Animal Shows
• Snap, snap: Crocodilian Encounters
• Brand New Venom Centre

Adventure and discovery await—unleash the ROAR at the Jurassic Zoo this summer! Book online and save up to 22%. Visit reptilepark.com.au 🦕 Use PROMO CODE WSM24 today for an additional 5% off Online Tickets!

• Location: Pacific Hwy, Somerby
• Date: 21 December 2024 to 2 February 2025
• More info: Australian Reptile Park

kangaroo beach at winston hills mall

Kangaroo Beach Cadets are on their way to Winston Hills Mall this school holidays!

Come and meet Neville & Pounce from Kangaroo Beach for a photo opportunity.
Meet and greet times are between 10am – 1pm daily
📍Located outside Big W

You can purchase exclusive Kangaroo Beach merchandise
📍 Located inside the main entrance to the Centre opposite Helloworld

• Location: Winston Hills Mall, 180/192 Caroline Chisholm Dr, Winston Hills
• Date: Monday 13 January to Friday 17 January
• Time: 10am – 1pm
• More info: https://shorturl.at/zmIAc

Sydney thunder free events

FREE School holiday fun for the girls!  Join a Sydney Thunder program to try social cricket this summer and see what it’s all about!

 You can try social cricket at one of two programs in Western Sydney:

• Come & Try – Try social cricket – play like you do in the backyard with short 60–90-minute matches, small teams, and no helmet or pads required.
• Colour Bash – Action packed day with water balloons, a colour run, alongside short social cricket games. Spend time with friends & learn new skills!

Plus, get ready for the launch of Social Girls Cricket in Term 1, 2025! These free programs are a great way to get a head start and learn the skills to join in on the fun.

• Location: Blacktown, Penrith, Burwood (see programs for details)
• Date: 20 – 24 January
• Time: Times vary, see website
• More info: https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/women-and-girls/social-cricket

school holiday fun at share my ability

Looking for exciting, screen-free activities to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Share My Ability, a Sensory Activity Centre in Penrith, has the perfect solution to keep smiles bright and boredom at bay!

For just $35 per session, your child will enjoy 2 hours of fun, including a hands-on school holiday activity PLUS access to their incredible play centre PLUS morning / afternoon tea.

Don’t wait as they only have limited spots available. 

NSW Active and Creative Kids vouchers accepted.  

• Location: 1/57 Regentville Rd, Jamisontown
• Date: 13 – 31 January
• Time: Times vary, see website
• Contact: 1300 195 578
• More info: https://tinyurl.com/wwx6naee

kangaroo beach at top ryde city

Kangaroo Beach is coming to Top Ryde City this summer holidays for an interactive experience that combines meet and greets with your favourite characters, free activities, photo moments, and water safety tips for the whole family.

Activity Zone
Date: Wed 22 Jan – Mon 27 Jan
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Ground Level

Meet & Greet
Characters: Neville and Pounce
Dates: Sat 25 Jan – Mon 27 Jan
Time: 11am – 3pm
Location: Ground Level

• Location: Top Ryde City, Cnr Devlin St &, Blaxland Rd, Ryde
• Date: 22 Jan – 27 Jan
• Time: 11am – 3pm
• More info: School Holidays Kangaroo Beach

motiv8sports summer camp

Join us at our 2-day SUMMER CAMP and give your son/daughter one of the best experiences available. At a Motiv8sports Summer Camp we beat the heat from 8.30am to 12.30pm with our legendary Motiv8sports like Vortex Gridiron, Street Hockey, Super Soccer, Ultimate League, 8-Down, Ballers, Big Dog Cricket and a long list of other innov8tive sports.

Once the heat kicks in we finish each day with an amazing array of Splash City water challenges like our very own Sponge Warz, Bazooka Shootdown, The Gauntlet, Mega slide, East vs West Face off and more.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity—spots are limited and will sell out fast!

• Location: Girraween High School | Cabramatta High School | Girraween High School
• Date: 14 – 15 January | 20 – 21 January | 28 – 29 January
• Cost: $25-$75
• More info: Motiv8 Summer Camp

sonic the hedgehog at westpoint shopping centre

Join the Ultimate Sonic Adventure!

Visit Westpoint these school holidays for action-packed fun with Sonic the Hedgehog activities in the Adventure Zone and play original Sonic games on the central gaming tower.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG ADVENTURE ZONE

Level 1, Centre Court

• Photo opportunity – Roll into the world of Sonic with a photo in front of the iconic golden ring
• Knockdown Bowling – Unleash your inner hero and knock down the pins
• Box crafts – Build your favourite Sonic character to take home
• Electronic Reflex Testers – Test your reflexes with interactive LED light-up button sensors

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG GAMING TOWER

Level 2, Near Best & Less

• Re-live the action with original Sonic games
• Play on a central gaming tower for free with gaming console stations accommodating up to four players

Meet & Greet

• Meet Sonic the Hedgehog at Westpoint Shopping Centre
• See their website for timetable

• Location: Westpoint Shopping Centre, Blacktown
• Date: Monday 13 January to Friday 24 January 2025
• Time: 10am to 2pm
• More info: Westpoint Shopping Centre | What’s On

POWERHOUSE MUSEUM SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Powerhouse Summer School Holidays program runs from 21 December 2024 – 30 January 2025. It provides a range of in-depth workshops including popular gaming, coding, Minecraft and family workshops.

Families are invited to adventure through exhibitions at Powerhouse Castle Hill to discover the stories and histories of objects on display. Powerhouse Castle Hill is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am–4pm.

• Location: Powerhouse Castle Hill, 2 Green Road, Castle Hill
• More info: Powerhouse Summer School Holiday Program
• Bookings are essential as places are limited.

summer Fun at crossroads homemaker

Serving up Summer Fun! Make the most of the school holidays with a day of SUN and FUN at Crossroads.

FREE ACTIVITIES:

Rock climbing tower near Weber Store
Kids’ DJ at the Dining Precinct
Glitter Tattoos and Balloon Twisting near Chemist Warehouse
Hair Braiding near Freedom
Snow Cones near Rebel

Bring your family, friends and amp up your summer before school begins!

• Location: Crossroads Homemaker Centre, Casula
• Date: Saturday 18 January
• Time: 11am – 2pm
• More info: Crossroads

supersonic sunday at homemaker prospect

Don’t miss out on the action-packed event day where you can meet Sonic the Hedgehog and play SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS™ VIDEO GAME.

Also enjoy FREE face painting (near Nick Scali), slushies (near Decorug), Flash game (The Good Guys), obstacle course (carpark) and more.

• Location: Homemaker Prospect, 19 Stoddart Rd, Prospect
• Date: Sunday 19 January 2025
• Time: 11am – 2pm
• More info: WHAT’S ON — HOMEMAKER PROSPECT

cockatoo island

Do summer differently at Cockatoo Island

Discover a different side of Sydney this summer… Escape to Cockatoo Island with your kids!

Located in the heart of Sydney Harbour, the island is a source of adventure and relaxation owing to its eye-catching landmarks, tours, waterfront campground, cafes, views and sprawling picnic spots.

Cocaktoo Island is a short (and very scenic) ferry ride from Barangaroo, Circular Quay and wharves along Parramatta River. Plus, there’s no admission fee. That’s right – it’s FREE to explore.

Throughout the school holidays, you can enjoy a range of great activities. These include:

• Family-friendly tours: Led by knowledgeable guides, tours run on weekends plus select weekdays. Options include the Convict Prison Tour, Island Highlights Tour, Dark Past Tour and Shipyard Tales Tour. Adults are $26 and kids are $16.
• Live Music: Cockatoo island’s popular live music series has returned!  Sunset Sessions runs Saturday afternoons until 5 April. For $35, parents can enjoy performances by talented musicians in an outdoor, picnic-style venue with harbour views. Best of all?  Kids 12 and under are FREE! 
• Steam crane demo: Want to time travel to the era when steam power ruled? Visit between 10:30 am and 1:30 pm on Tuesday 4 February to see one of the island’s historic ‘Iron Giants’ in action! Steam and spectacle – plus some toots and whistles – guaranteed!
• Special storytime event: Love a good yarn? On Friday 17 January, Dr Sarah Luke will read from (and sign copies of) Marion and the Forty Thieves – her exciting new historic novel, partially set on Cockatoo Island. This event also includes a creative writing workshop for kids. $10 per person.

Discover 3 great itineraries for your summer holiday visit and plan your trip: cockatooisland.gov.au/do-summer-differently

• Location: 4km northwest of Sydney CBD
• Date: 11 January – 5 April
• Time: Times vary
• More info: Cockatoo Island / Wareamah, Sydney Harbour | Cockatoo Island

BUG HUNT AT BLUE MOUNTAINS BOTANICAL GARDENS MT TOMAH

Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is the place for kids to explore and discover the fascinating world of bugs this summer.

Dip netting for bugs and making their own take-home creation using natural materials, all while taking in the extraordinary views of the Blue Mountains! 

• Location: Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah
• Date: 15 & 22 January
• Time: 10:30am – 12pm
• More info: We’re Going on a Bug Hunt at Mount Tomah | Botanic Gardens of Sydney

WILD WATER AT Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan

Cool down and learn this summer through water play at the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan!

Experience the magic of water through engaging stories and interactive games guided by our First Nations teachers.

Bring your water play clothes and let the games begin!

• Location: 362 Narellan Road, Mount Annan
• Date: 15, 22 & 29 January
• Time: 10:30am – 12pm & 1pm – 2:30pm
• More info: Wild Water Dreaming at Mount Annan | Botanic Gardens of Sydney