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Winter School Holiday Activities in Sydney 2026

Sat 4 Jul – Fri 17 Jul 2026 · 2 weeks — start planning now

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Top Winter Activities in Sydney

Curated activities for Sydney families this winter break. Generate a personalised plan to get age-matched recommendations with rainy-day swaps.

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Get tickets on Humanitix - Sydney: NCJWA presents October 7 Survivor Natalie Sanandaji hosted by NCJWA - Invitation Onl

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Science of Superheroes

Explore the science behind superhero powers through hands-on activities and experiments. Learn about the physics, biolog

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School Holiday Programs

Taronga Zoo offers a variety of educational and engaging school holiday programs for children, including animal encounte

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School holiday programs

The Inner West Libraries offer a variety of engaging and educational programs for children during the school holidays. T

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School Holiday Science Lab

Discover the science behind ships and the sea through hands-on experiments and activities. Suitable for children aged 7-

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Coding for Kids

Learn the basics of coding and create your own interactive games and animations. No prior experience necessary, suitable

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science$40+

School Holiday STEM Workshops

Explore the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) through interactive workshops and han

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arts$35+

School Holiday Arts & Crafts Workshops

Get creative during the school holidays with a range of arts and crafts workshops, from painting and drawing to collage

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Roar and Snore

Enjoy an overnight camping experience at Taronga Zoo Sydney and get up close to some of the zoo's incredible animals. Pa

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arts$20+

Junior Shipbuilders

Design and build your own model ship using a variety of materials. Suitable for children aged 8-12.

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nature$28+

Featherdale Wildlife Park School Holidays

Hand-feed kangaroos and meet koalas in Western Sydney.

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Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens

Magical gardens with giant crystals, peacocks, and Peace Pagodas near Byron Bay.

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Summer School Holiday Program

Enjoy a variety of creative, educational, and recreational activities during the summer school holidays, including codin

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Code Club: Holiday Program

Join us for a fun and interactive school holiday program where kids aged 8-12 can learn to code and create their own dig

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Science Workshops: Holiday Program

Explore the wonders of science with hands-on experiments and demonstrations during our school holiday program. Kids aged

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Frequently asked questions

When are Winter school holidays in New South Wales in 2026?

Winter school holidays in New South Wales run from 4 July 2026 to 17 July 2026 in 2026.

What are examples of free winter activities for kids in Sydney?

Some free winter school holiday ideas in Sydney include Science of Superheroes, School Holiday Programs, School holiday programs. Use Hollie to find current local options that match your family's age range and budget.

How long are Winter school holidays in New South Wales?

Winter school holidays in New South Wales are approximately 2 weeks long in 2026.

What age groups are these holiday ideas designed for?

These activity ideas span a broad range of ages, from toddlers through to teens. Hollie is most useful for current planning because it filters recommendations to your child's exact age and interests.

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