Guide to school holiday activities in Camberwell Junction

As the school bell rings for the final time before the much-anticipated break, parents find themselves at the intersection of excitement and anticipation, pondering the perennial question: How can we keep the kids entertained during the school holidays?

Fear not, for our school holiday guide is here to share the possibilities that can transform these breaks into memorable family adventures.

School holidays are not merely a hiatus from the academic grind; they represent a golden opportunity for families to forge stronger bonds through shared experiences and laughter. This guide will help you to navigate the landscape of possibilities, ensuring your child’s school holidays is not just enjoyable but also enriching.

From creative workshops that unleash the artistic prowess within your little ones to cinema screenings that spark a sense of adventure, there are several different activities designed to captivate every child.

Here’s what’s on in Camberwell Junction these school holidays:

When are the upcoming school holidays?

The next school holidays will be from September 21 to October 6, 2024.

Circus themed piano holiday program at Sharon Davis Music

Join Sharon Davis Music for their circus themed piano holiday program. The program runs from 9.30am to 3.30pm from September 23 to 25.

The program is suitable for ages 4 to 10, with classes grouped by age. Enjoy fun arts, craft and music education.

What’s included?

• Daily 30-minute group piano and/or group guitar classes (maximum six per group) in a fully equipped studio
• Participants grouped by age and piano experience (beginners welcome)
• Fun art and craft activities and music education games to keep kids engaged and entertained
• Mini performance on the last day.

Learn more and book your place here.

Workshops at Camberwell Community Centre

Camberwell Community Centre is running several workshops suitable for children and teenagers during the school holidays, including:

• Little hands clay workshop: Wednesday, September 25 from 10am – 12pm. Suitable for children aged from 5-11 years.
• Little hands clay workshop: Wednesday, September 25 from 1pm – 3pm. Suitable for children aged from 5-11 years.
• Pretty little stitches: Saturday, October 5 from 10am – 1pm. Learn to make an embellished needle book and Japanese plum blossom pin cushion.

Find more information about the workshops and enrol here.

Join a painting class at Frida’s

Frida’s Sip n’ Paint is running a number of classes over the holidays suitable for children and teenagers. Choose from the following options:

• Family day session: Saturday, September 21 from 2.30pm to 4.30pm; Saturday, October 5 from 11am to 1pm; Sunday, October 6 from 11am to 1pm.
• Planet Party: Wednesday, September 25 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
• Platypus Petey: Thursday, September 26 from 3pm to 5pm.
• Camp Fuzzy: Wednesday, October 2 from 11am to 1pm.
• Planet Party: Thursday, October 3 from 3pm to 5pm.

More details and bookings here.

See a movie at the Rivoli

An outing to the cinema is often a favourite pastime for school holidays, so put a visit to the iconic Rivoli on your list. Harold and the Purple Crayon, Bookworm, The Wild Robot and Transformers One will be showing at the cinema and are all great options for children and teens.

Get full details and session times for the Rivoli on their website.

 

View more school holiday activities and programs on our offers page and What’s On page.