Keep the kids entertained and smiling these spring school holidays with a range of fun and affordable activities to enjoy together.
Book before 7 September to save 10% off from Box Hill Community Art Centre & Strathdon House activities.
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Nature at Night Journaling - Blackburn Lake Sanctuary
Look closely at plants, insects, birds, textures, colours and patterns. Record what we notice, wonder and discover.
When: Wednesday 23 September 2026, 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
Bookings essential
Game On Fun Day
An action-packed day of games, cooking and creativity! Make snacks, play sports games and craft a felt footy head in your favourite team colours!
When: Thursday 24 September 2026, 9.30am - 3.15pm
Where: Box Hill Community Art Centre
Age: 6-16 years
Cost: $95
Bookings: Required
Rainbow Basket weaving - with Recycled Materials
Learn weaving techniques to create a colourful own of a kind functional basket using raffia and recycled materials.
When: Thursday 1 October 2026, 11.00am - 12.00pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 8+ years
Cost: $50
Bookings: Required
Teen Jewellery Making - Fidget Ring Workshop
Create a handcrafted sterling silver fidget ring while learning jewellery-making techniques. Measure, shape, texture & finish a unique wearable piece.
When: Monday 28 September 2026, 1.30pm - 3.00pm
Where: Box Hill Community Art Centre
Age: 12-17 years
Cost: $85
Bookings: Required
Trinket the Robot Inventors Art Day
Children will see Trinket the Robot, puppet show then become an inventor in a recycled robot workshop plus loads more creative fun.
When: Tuesday 29 September 2026, 9.30am - 3.15pm
Where: Box Hill Community Art Centre
Age: 6-12 years
Cost: $93
Bookings: Required
Trinket the Robot - Family Puppet Show
Meet Trinket the Robot! A funny, interactive puppet adventure about friendship, feelings and self-discovery. A heartwarming show for the whole family.
When: Tuesday 29 September 2026, 10am-10.40am
Where: The Round
Age: Families with children 3-10 years
Cost: Tickets $15 per person or $45 for family of 4. Children under 3 years are free
Bookings: Required
Nature at Night Journaling - Blackburn Lake Sanctuary
Ever wondered what creatures you might spot at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary after sunset? Join us for a walk as nocturnal residents arise.
When: Tuesday 29 September 2026, 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Blackburn Lake Sanctuary
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free
Bookings essential
Toy Swap and Toy Hospital
Are your children’s toys no longer being used or have they outgrown them? Bring them along to our Toy Swap and exchange them for something new to enjoy.
When: Wednesday 30 September, 10am - 12pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Cost: Free, bookings essential