Autumn School Holidays Western Sydney
As fast as we could, we compiled the Autumn School Holiday Guide in Western Sydney. We know keeping the kids entertained and busy during the school holidays can be tricky business, but WSM has got you covered! We have created the ultimate guide with the best activities and experiences happening in Western Sydney these school holidays!
POWERHOUSE AUTUMN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Discover hands-on workshops in illustration, engineering, animation, museum curation and STEM, alongside free tours, interactive experiences and more at Powerhouse Castle Hill and Sydney Observatory.
April 4–19
WORKSHOPS
Creative Studio: Animation Teen Cretaors | 8-10 April
Learn Procreate Dreams with Academy Award–shortlisted animator Robertino Zambrano and bring your ideas to life through digital animation. (13–17 yrs)
Creative Studio: Engineering | 8-10 and 15-17 April
Solve real-world challenges across biomedical, chemical, mechanical, electrical and computer engineering in this hands-on STEM workshop. (12–15 yrs)
Powerhouse Academy: Special Objects | 9-10 April
Explore the Collection and design your own special object inspired by the extraordinary. (7–9 yrs)
Creative Studio: Animation Junior Creators | 13-17 April
Discover storytelling and digital animation with illustrator and graphic designer Steph Mareti. (9–12 yrs)
Creative Studio: Illustration & Graphic Design |14-16 April
Develop bold visual ideas with Powerhouse Residents Dinalie Dabarera, Nell and the Australian Graphic Design Association. (14–18 yrs)
Powerhouse Academy: Collection Custodians | 16 and 17 April
Code and pitch your own museum security solution in this interactive STEM experience. (9–12 yrs)
EXHIBITIONS & TOURS:
Vacation Care | 8-17 April Bring your vacation care group to Powerhouse Castle Hill for fun day of activities. (Ages 5-12, Adults Free)
Sydney Observatory Guided Family Tours | Every Friday-Saturday Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory on our family-friendly tours. (Ages 6+)
Collection on Display | Every Weekend Experience the Powerhouse collection of over 500,000 objects across the applied arts and sciences. (Free, All Ages)
Limited spots, book now!
Location: Powerhouse Castle Hill and Sydney Observatory
Sydney Family Easter Show
Sydney’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt is coming to the Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show at the Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park from 2–19 April 2026.
This school holiday favourite is back with live entertainment, carnival rides, animal nursery, reptile shows, food stalls, showbags and more. New for 2026 is Sydney’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt plus a Giant $2,000 Easter Giveaway, where families can complete the hunt and enter to win prizes including an Ingenia Holiday Parks travel voucher. Special event days include the Dachshund Festival on 12 April and National Greyhound Adoption Day on 19 April.
Two hours free parking is available, tickets are on sale soon and full details can be found at www.sydneyfamilyeastershow.com.au.
Date: 2–19 April 2026
Location: Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Ploddy’s Easter Fair at the Australian Reptile Park
Ploddy’s Easter Fair is back at the Australian Reptile Park these school holidays, bringing affordable, action-packed Easter fun to families just one hour north of Sydney.
Running from April 3–19, this much-loved annual event is bursting with activities, entertainment and adorable animal encounters all included FREE with general admission. Little ones will love the Farmyard Baby Animals experience with Sweet Valley Baby Animal Farm, open daily from 10am–2pm, where they can meet fluffy bunnies, chicks and other cute farmyard favourites. Kids can also burn off energy on the inflatable obstacle course, enjoy free face painting, and take part in the daily Egg & Spoon Race.
Don’t miss the Park-wide Real-Life Egg Hunt, where families can discover fascinating egg-laying mammals and reptiles. Each day, the mischievous Easter Croc will hide a Golden Egg somewhere in the park, and whoever finds it will win a $500 Australian Reptile Park voucher!
Plus, enjoy a full schedule of free zookeeper talks, animal walks and daily shows, including the iconic Elvis the Crocodile feeding. With tickets from just $36 per person with a Family Pass (kids under 3 free), Ploddy’s Easter Fair delivers unbeatable value and a full day of family fun!
Date: 3 – 19 April
Location: Australian Reptile Park
School holiday plans sorted across selected Lesday Hotels, including, Hotel Pennant Hills, Marayong Hotel and Greystanes Hotel
School holiday plans are sorted across Hotel Pennant Hills, Hotel Seven Hills, Marayong Hotel and Greystanes Hotel, with magic shows, slime workshops, hands-on science sessions and so much more running these holidays.
Even better, every activity includes a FREE kids meal.
Easy, local and budget-friendly for Western Sydney families.
Location: Lesday Hotels across Western Sydney
Date: 7 – 16 April
