School Holiday Activities

Next date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM

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Discover a world of fun and excitement right in your backyard during the upcoming school holidays, with activities arranged by community groups in Burnie and the surrounding NW coast.

From engaging workshops and creative arts to sports, outdoor adventures and educational ideas, there's something to keep kids of all ages engaged.

Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor activities, mark your calendar so you don't miss out.  Plan ahead to explore, learn, and make lasting memories.

18 April - 3 May 2026.

Click on the images below for some great suggestions these school holidays ....

Ideas on what to do

  • Nature & Wildlife: Visit Little Penguin Observation Centre to spot Burnie’s famous little penguins, or explore Fernglade Reserve for platypus, pademelons and echidnas. Enjoy seasonal colour and easy walking trails at Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden.
  • Beaches & Swimming:  Swim at the Burnie Aquatic Centre or explore Burnie’s coastline with beachcombing at Cooee, West Beach, South Burnie, Wivenhoe and Heybridge.
  • Entertainment: Check session times for a movie, book a performance at burnie arts, or join a school holiday activity at Burnie Library. Try laser tag, an escape room or attend a local sports clinic.
  • Parks & TrailsRelax at Burnie Park with its gardens, playground and Oldaker Falls, or explore Romaine Reserve and get active at View Road Reserve with basketball, disc golf, BMX and mountain biking tracks.
  • Coastal AdventuresHead to the Burnie Waterfront for free family fun, play snakes and ladders, shoot hoops, volleyball or walk and cycle the coastal pathway. Stop at the new rest areas near Cooee or visit the skate park.
  • Art & Culture:  Discover Burnie’s creative side with exhibitions at Burnie Arts Centre, art deco and federation heritage architecture, and colourful street murals across the city.


Anytime:


On Specific Dates:

When

  • Monday, 20 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 21 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Thursday, 23 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Friday, 24 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Monday, 27 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 28 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 29 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Thursday, 30 April 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Friday, 01 May 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

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