Looking for fun things to do on the Gold Coast these School Holidays? Our Local Shopping Centres have some great activities, events and offers to entertain you and your family.
For all the latest School Holiday Activities for 2021 and beyond visit the Fun Things for Toddlers Facebook or Instagram pages where we post the latest info on what’s available.
Ashmore City Shopping Centre
206 Currumburra Road, ASHMORE QLD 4214 [Google Directions]
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Beenleigh Marketplace
114-118 George Street, BEENLEIGH QLD 4207 [Google Directions]
Jurassic Creatures
Daily from 10am to 2pm. Pick up your dinosaur from the Promotions Booth, located near the travelators. More Event Info
Hyperdome Shopping Centre
Corner Pacific Highway & Bryants Road, LOGANHOLME QLD 4129 [Google Directions]
Exclusive School Holiday Deals
Enjoy exclusive offers from your favourite Hyperdome retailers these school holidays! Check out the Hyperdome School Holiday Deal Brochure.
FREE Bug Craft Pack
Simply sign up to the Kids Club membership and receive a FREE* bug craft pack. Visit the Hyperdome Customer Service Desk near Suncorp Bank to collect. More Information.
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
Hooker Boulevard, BROADBEACH QLD 4218 [Google Directions]
Free Pacific Fairgrounds Carnival
Plus, the iconic Pacific Fair train will be returning for kids to take a ride throughout The Resort. Bookings Essential More Event Info
Rebel Sport Hula Hoop Session
Join in for some good old-fashioned hula-hooping in the Promenade with our friends from Rebel Sport Robina and receive your very own FREE hula-hoop to take home. $5 per child (excluding booking fee). Best suited for children 3+.
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TGI Fridays Ice-Cream Decorating Workshops
Kids will decorate their very own Trolls themed dessert using vanilla ice-cream, fairy floss and magical toppings! Plus, every child will receive a free kitchen apron to take home. $10 per child (excluding booking fee). Best suited for children 3+. Children must be supervised by an adult or guardian at all times.
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Lush Bath Bomb Workshops
You’re invited to join LUSH Robina for bath bomb fun these school holidays. Mix and mould your very own ‘Groovy Kind of Love’ Bath Bomb! $15 pp (excluding booking fee). Recommended for children 6+. Children must be supervised by an adult or guardian at all times. Level 1 near Crafted Coffee Co. Booking Required More Event Info
Kaisercraft DIY Canvas Painting
Your little Picasso’s can put their young and creative minds to good use as they paint their very own Kaisercraft Canvas to take home in our daily workshops. $5 per person (excluding booking fee). Suitable for children 3+. Children must be supervised by an adult or guardian at all times. Level 1 near Crema Espresso.
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Kids Craft Activities at Depot Cafe & Lounge
FREE kids craft workshops. Your little one can get crafy creating their very own beaded doll people and grass heads.
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Kids Music Beat – the home of Rockin’ Tots
Kids Music Beat – the home of Rockin’ Tots, is a FREE early learning program for children aged 13 months to 2.5 years, conducted with a music therapy focus. Booking Required More Event Info
Free Kids Cupcake Decorating Workshops
As part of Westfield Coomera’s jam-packed school holiday line-up they are hosting FREE cupcake decorating workshops in the Fresh Food Marketplace. Event Fully Booked
Free Kids Magic Show
Daz Buckley Magic Show live at Beach House Restaurant & Bar every day from 11 to 11.45am.
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Free Kids & Family Entertainment
Enjoy free kids entertainment including balloon twisting, twirling and hulahoop shows.
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Sunday, 27th September, Sunday, 4th October & Sunday, 11th October
Little Garden Growers: Free weekly gardening session
Kids will get to paint and decorate their own pot, choose their vegetable or herb, plant it, water it and take it home! Come back every week and grow a whole herb garden if you wish! Children must be supervised by an adult or guardian at all times. Head to the Playground for your session.
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Kids Music: Free weekly music session
Kids Music is an educational music experience where children learn the concepts of beat, rhythm, tempo, pitch and dynamics in a play-based environment. Kids Music is an educational music experience where children learn the concepts of beat, rhythm, tempo, pitch and dynamics in a play-based environment. No bookings necessary but numbers are limited. Head to the Playground for your session. More Event Info
Move & Groove: Free weekly dance session
Does your little groover love to bust a move? Shake maracas, twirl ribbons and learn some impressive new moves every Thursday at the Free Kids Move & Groove Dance Session. No bookings necessary but numbers are limited. Held in the Playground. More Event Info
Queensland State Fair
With the EKKA and Gold Coast Show cancelled this year, local operators banded together to ensure the show went on! $2 per person entry fee and rides are ‘pay as you go’. Ride the dodgems, bite into a crunchy waffle with cream or a freshly cooked dagwood dog, get your face painted, ride the tea cups and create some memories with the family. Located on Land behind Main Street, opposite train station.
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Kids Yoga: Free weekly yoga sessions
Your little budding yogi will be taught relaxation techniques while stretching their bodies in a playful and nurturing environment. Our yoga instructors use storytelling, games, music and props to engage the children on a mental and physical level, taking them on a journey of mind and spirit. No bookings necessary. Held in the Playground.
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The Handmade Expo Markets
The Handmade Expo Market is an exclusively handmade market that visits Westfield Helensvale the last Saturday of each month. There is so much on offer – handmade children’s clothing and accessories, pet accessories, greenery, woodwork, art, crockery, jewellery, skincare and much more. The market is located in the car park opposite Woolworths.
Saturday 26th September 9am to 1pm.