School Holiday Program

Stay entertained these 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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Family Puppet Show - The Owls Apprentice

Join Poot Poot the owl on a magical adventure about wisdom, courage, and Aussie animals! This interactive show will inspire curious minds. 

When: Tuesday 15 July 2025, 10am to 10.40am
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 4-12 years
Cost: $10 per person or $35 for a family of 4. Under 3 years free 
Bookings: Required

Creative Long Stitch Workshop inspired by Annemieke Mein

Kids will create textile art inspired by the Annemieke Mein exhibition, guided by expert needlework artists.

When: Wednesday 16 July 2025, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Where: Artspace, Box Hill Town Hall 
Age: 8+ years
Cost: $44
Bookings: Required

Kids Winter Garden Workshop: Edible Fun in the Soil

Dig, plant & explore! Make seed pots, meet bugs & discover soil secrets in this fun winter gardening workshop for curious little green thumbs!.

When: Wednesday 16 July, 10.30am to 12pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct 
Age: 6-9 years
Cost: $25
Bookings: Required

Textile Bugs and Butterflies using up-cycled fabrics

Snip, stitch, and stick as we turn old fabrics & yarn into colourful caterpillars and beautiful butterflies! Inspired by the amazing Annemieke Mein. 

When: Thursday 17 July, 10am to 11am
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct 
Age: 9+ years
Cost: $21
Bookings: Required

Kids Craft - How To Train Your Dragon

Design and build your own dragon! Create colorful dragon masks or heads using paint, collage, and 3D materials. Full of fun, fire, and imagination!

When: Thursday 17 July 2025, 10.30am to 12pm
Where: Box Hill Community Arts Centre
Age: 6-12 years
Cost: $44
Bookings: Required

Mini Master Cooks - Sushi Hand-rolls

Make homemade sushi hand rolls with a range of fillings, including avocado, spam, tempeh, and vegetables. Kids will also make yummy dipping sauces!

When: Thursday 17 July, 11am to 12.30pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct 
Age: 9-12 years
Cost: $49
Bookings: Required

Mini Master Cooks - Rainbow Pasta

Make Rainbow pasta by hand. BYO apron and container to take home your tasty meal!

When: Thursday 17 July, 1.30pm to 3pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct 
Age: 9-12 years
Cost: $49
Bookings: Required

Winter Wonder Art Day - Cook, Garden and Create

Cook, dig, and create these holidays with pretzel art cooking, winter gardening, and creative crafts!

When: Friday 18 July, 9.30am to 3.15pm
Where: Strathdon House and Orchard Precinct 
Age: 6-12 years
Cost: $91
Bookings: Required