School Holiday Program

Keep the kids busy, curious and smiling these winter school holidays with a range of fun and affordable activities to enjoy together. From sport and arts to outdoor adventures, history and family-friendly experiences, there’s something for everyone to discover. Fight the frost this winter, view the full program and book online today.

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Toy Swap and Toy Hospital

Join us for Toy Swap to exchange pre-loved toys for something ‘new’ while saving waste, plus a special Toy Hospital for soft toys needing repairs.

When: Friday 3 July
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 2 - 8 years to attend with can adult 
Cost: Free
Bookings: Required

Slime Science

A gooey, hands-on slime session! Kids create colourful slimes, explore the science, squish and play and make up to 3 to take home. BYO aprons.

When: Friday 3 July 
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 6 - 12 years
Cost: $25
Bookings: Required

Clay Time - Friendship Candle Holder

Create together & make something special! In this hands-on clay workshop, child & adult will work as a pair to hand build a friendship candle holder. 

When: Friday 3 July
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre 
Age: 6 - 12 years
Cost: $47
Bookings: Required

Rainbow Tie-Dyeing Workshop

Create vibrant tie-dye designs! Bring 2 -3 white items and twist, bind & dye your own colourful wearable masterpieces. 

When: Friday 3 July 
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 7+ years
Cost: $30
Bookings: Required

Battle of the Board Games!

Join us for 2 hours of fun and friendly competition! Kids play classic games, connect, and make new friends in a relaxed, social board game session.

When: Friday 3 July 
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 6 - 12 years
Cost: $10
Bookings: Required

Family Clay - Bee Bath

Create a clay Bee Bath as a family! Shape, decorate with insects & flowers, and make a bright, cheerful piece to enhance your home garden.

When: Friday 3 July 
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 6+ years
Cost: $10
Bookings: Required

Kids Crafternoons: Drop-In & Create

Brrr, it’s chilly outside! Pop into Strathdon House & Orchard Precinct for crafting fun, explore the cosy cottage, beautiful gardens & local history.

When: Saturday 4 July & Thursday 9 July
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct
Age: 6 - 12 years
Cost: $15
Bookings: Required

Kids Visual Arts - Water Colour Fruit

Paint bright, colourful fruit! Kids learn fun watercolour techniques like mixing, blending, and layering. Perfect for creative young artists. 

When: Monday 6 July 
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre 
Age: 8 - 12 years
Cost: $47
Bookings: Required