School Holiday Program

Stay entertained these Summer school holidays with a range of fun and affordable activities! From sports to arts, environment, history and family fun, there's something for all ages.   

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Old Fashioned Games

Play like it's the good old days! Step outside for classic lawn games or head into the Museum for vintage favourites. Pure nostalgic fun. 

When: Weekends from 3 January to 1 February, 1pm to 4pm
Where: Schwerkolt Cottage 
Age: All ages 
Cost: Free
Bookings: Not required

Eco Craft - Pencil Holders

Create cool pencil holders using recycled materials and brighten you home desk with creative flair. 

When: Thursday 22 January, 10am to 11am  
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 8+ years 
Cost: $21
Bookings: Required

Slime Time!

Dive into squishy, messy, slime fun! Explore textures, colours and techniques to create your own slime. 
BYO apron.

When: Thursday 22 January, 1pm to 2pm and 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 6 to 12 years 
Cost: $25
Bookings: Required

Teens Silk Scarf Painting

Explore silk painting and create vibrant art on fabric, using dyes and brushes. All materials provided. 

When: Thursday 22 January, 2pm to 4pm
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 12+ years 
Cost: $65
Bookings: Required

Grow and Discover - Kids Garden Workshop

Dig, plant, taste and discover the magic of growing food. This is a hands-on workshop where we will make seed pots and plant seedlings. All materials provided.

When: Friday 23 January, 10am to 11:30am
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 6 to 9 years
Cost: $25
Bookings: Required

Mini Master Cooks - Japanese Bites

Little chefs will learn to make sushi handrolls and onigiri rice balls. Bring your own containers for leftovers!

When: Friday 23 January, 11:30am to 1pm
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 6 to 8 years
Cost: $49
Bookings: Required

Mini Master Cooks - Taco Taco

Make corn tortillas from scratch and prepare a range of tasty fillings including beef, chicken, beans, veggies and guacamole. Bring your own containers for leftovers. 

When: Friday 23 January, 2pm to 3:30pm 
Where: Strathdon House
Age: 9 to 12 years
Cost: $49
Bookings: Required

Chill Zone - Aqualink Box Hill

Make a splash these school holidays! Enjoy hours of fun jumping off the dive boards and swinging on the Tarzan rope.

When: Every day during the school holidays 
Where: Box Hill Aqualink
Age: 5+ years 
Weekdays: 12pm to 4pm
Weekends: 1pm to 4pm
Cost: Regular pool entry fee 
Bookings: Not required