Spring School Holidays Guide at Western Sydney
As fast as we could, we compiled the Spring 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!
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school holidays at the joan
Season Squad The Musical is Coming to Penrith — A New Family Show for the Spring School Holidays
If you’re planning the October school holidays in Western Sydney and looking for something a little different, Season Squad The Musical is worth locking in. This brand-new Australian children’s musical is playing two performances at The Joan, Penrith, and it’s tailor-made for families with young kids.
Season Squad follows four best friends — Chill, Sunny, Blaze and Bloom — who each embody a season of the year, living together in the fictional town of Calendar Grove. Through original pop songs and plenty of humour, the show explores friendship, belonging and what makes each of us a little different (and why that’s a good thing).
The show’s original music comes from an Emmy-nominated songwriting team with credits on Descendants, ZOMBIES and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, giving Season Squad a polished, professional pop sound that’s rare for a brand-new Australian children’s production. Add colourful character design and some high energy dancing, and you’ve got a genuinely enjoyable outing.
Recommended age: 4+
Runtime: 60 minutes, no interval
Location: The Joan, Penrith
Dates: 6-7 October
Tickets: $25
Group and OOSH/vacation-care bookings welcome
With only two Penrith shows on the calendar, this is one to book early rather than leave to the last minute.
Full details and tickets: seasonsquad.com.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT Monster jump
Monster Jump is heading to the Hawkesbury for the first time this September school holidays, and it’s bringing Australia’s newest inflatable obstacle course with it.
Set up at Hawkesbury Showground, the course is packed with over 30 inflatable obstacles across bouncing, climbing and sliding challenges, suitable for everyone from young kids to adults. Whether you’re racing the family or just cheering from the sidelines, it’s built for all ages to get involved.
Monster Sports Jam will also be running alongside Monster Jump, so there’s even more on offer across the school holidays.
When: 26 September – 11 October
Location: Hawkesbury Showground
Includes: Monster Jump + Monster Sports Jam
School Holidays at Gowrie NSW
School holidays sorted: Monday 28 September – Monday 12 October
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN – Secure your child’s place!!
Two full weeks of excursions, incursions and hands-on creative days – and not a screen in sight. Think laser tag, discos, petting zoos, cooking, bush craft, STEM and art, with plenty of downtime built in for the children who need it.
Gowrie NSW has been caring for children since 1940. We’re a not-for-profit, so every decision comes back to what’s best for children and families, and 100% of our services are rated Meeting or Exceeding the National Quality Standard.
Where to find us
- Blacktown South Vacation Care – 183 Flushcombe Road, Blacktown (click here to view program)
- Parklea Vacation Care – 205 Glenwood Park Drive, Glenwood (click here to view program)
The details
- Ages 5–12 — children from any school are welcome
- Open 7am–6pm, so drop-off and pick-up fit around work
- Child Care Subsidy (most families pay significantly less — try our CCS calculator)
- Healthy breakfast, afternoon tea and all activities included
- Experienced educators; a proud Child Safe organisation
How to book Already with Gowrie? Book through the Xap Smile App. New to us? Book online or complete the short enrolment form first and email it to enrolments@gowriensw.com.au — it takes a few minutes and we’ll walk you through the rest. Questions: (02) 8594 4200.
School Holidays at Hoops Capital
OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED!
Sign up for our Hoops Capital Academy school holiday programs this October!
With a range of basketball experiences available, there’s something for every young player — whether they’re just starting out, looking to develop their game, or want the chance to learn from some of the best.
Sydney Kings Holiday Camps:
Choose from two Sydney Kings camp sessions, featuring high-level coaching, skill development, games and the opportunity to meet and learn from your favourite Sydney Kings NBL players.
Sydney Flames Experience:
An experience designed to inspire the next generation of basketballers. Come watch the Sydney Flames play a pre season game, followed by on our court clinic. Also get the chance to meet and interact with Sydney Flames WNBL players.
Hoops Holiday Camps:
The perfect all-round basketball camp! Our Hoops Holiday Camps combine skill development, competitions, games and plenty of fun in a positive environment for players of all abilities.
Choose the program that’s perfect for you!
More Information: https://programs.hoopscapitalacademy.com.au/
School Holiday Fun at Inspire Program
Inspire’s action-packed program provides incredible value for families, with exciting excursions and experiences designed for primary school children of all ages.
The July program includes:
- A special outing to the brand-new Tru Ninja: Ninja Adventure Park
- A trapeze & gymnastics workshop at Sydney Trapeze School
- Billy Cart Building masterclass
- Excursions to Peak Pursuits Rock Climbing, & Swing City!
- A trip to the cinema to watch Forgotten Island
- & much much more!
Inspire’s Vacation Care program is available between 28 September – 12 October 2026.
Locations: Bales Park | Bonnyrigg | Carlingford | Hobartville | Riverstone | Seven Hills
Spaces are limited – visit Inspire’s website to see the full program and book your spot today!
school holidays at hudson hotel
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Hudson Hotel has a jam-packed calendar of free kids activities across the Spring School Holidays, perfect for keeping little ones busy while Mum and Dad grab some lunch. Activities include slime making, cookie decorating, a screening of The Lego Movie, and a reptile show, with something happening across both weeks of the holidays and all activities completely free. Bookings are essential to guarantee your spot, so round up the kids, book a table and make a day of it at Hudson Hotel.
Location: Hudson Hotel, 5 Quinn Ave, Seven Hills
Date: Spring School Holidays (both weeks)
More info: Bookings essential. Full calendar and booking link at www.hudsonhotel.com.au/events/spring-school-holidays/
school holidays with vr madness
VR Madness has launched an $80 School Holiday Special, giving families one game each on Space Ride, Sky Glide, Space Wheel, VR 360 and Air Combat, plus a VR Arena game, a Colour Grid game, a Racing Simulator 360 game, and 60 minutes of arcade play.
For those wanting to pick and choose, there’s also a $30 Arcade Package with 1 hour unlimited arcade and 2 prize arcade games, a VR Arena Package from $20 for one free-roam game (up to 10 players, ages 5+), and 4 VR Experiences for $50 per person across Space Ride, Sky Glide, Space Wheel, VR 360 or Air Combat.
Birthday Packages are also available, covering VR, arcade, a party room and food, suited to kids, teens and adults.
Advance booking is recommended, and age and height restrictions apply to some experiences.
Location: Unit 4, 1B Redbank Road, Northmead
Book Now
school holidays at pawsnpaintz
Western Sydney, puppy cuddles are on the school holiday agenda!
Cuddle, paint and play with the most adorable puppies!
Locations at Penrith and Narellan!
This activity is best suited for ages 5+
Spots are limited!
Please note:
Parents wishing to watch/supervise must purchase a non-painting participation ticket
Children under 4 will also require a participation ticket
Stand alone participation tickets will not be accepted
Book Now: https://www.pawsnpaintz.com/events
School Holidays at wolf by circa
Looking for what’s on in Sydney? Planning a night out or searching for things to do in Western Sydney? Add Wolf by internationally acclaimed Australian circus company Circa to your list of upcoming Sydney events.
The Joan is proud to present the Sydney premiere of Wolf, a gasp-inducing contemporary circus experience bringing ten extraordinary performers to The Joan
Sutherland Performing Arts Centre in Penrith.
Known for pushing the boundaries of circus, movement, dance and theatre, Circa creates spectacular live performances that leave audiences wondering how the human body can possibly do what they’ve just witnessed.
In Wolf, the wolf becomes a symbol of our untameable selves, liberating, anarchic and savage. Across two contrasting acts, the performers transform from disruptive forces of chaos into a ferocious pack, combining breathtaking acrobatics, intense choreography and raw physicality.
Set to the relentless primal rhythms of DJ Ori Lichtik, the ten Circa artists grasp, tear, climb, leap and balance with fierce abandon. Striking, form-hugging costumes by designer Libby McDonnell complete this thrilling production.
First performed in Berlin in 2024, Wolf has wowed audiences internationally, earning a
★★★★½ review from Limelight.
If you’re looking for what’s on in Western Sydney, Penrith events, live entertainment in Sydney or a unique night out, Wolf offers the chance to experience one of Australia’s leading contemporary circus companies close to home.
Wolf by Circa
Location: The Joan, Penrith
Dates: 7 & 8 October
Get your tickets at qrau.co/BlmIJc
Wolf is circus with fangs. Join the pack.
School holiday fun just $25! Unlock BIG value at Timezone and Zone Bowling.
BIG school holiday fun starts at Timezone and Zone Bowling!
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Timezone and Zone Bowling are bringing BIG value to school holidays, with offers starting from $25 to pack more fun into every morning.
From 16 September to 11 October 2026, head to Timezone and activate game mode. Offers start at $25, which unlocks $10 game credit, or go bigger with $35 for $15 bonus game credit plus 100 Powertickets. Load $60 and receive a massive $30 bonus game credit and 250 Powertickets. The bigger the load, the bigger the bonus!
Then take the fun to the next level at Zone Bowling, where new Zone Bundles start from just $25pp. Choose from options including bowling, laser tag, game credit, a cafe voucher and a $10 game of bowling or laser tag to use on your next visit. Offering the best value is the Max Zone bundle for just $35pp, giving you up to $70 value, with two games, $25 game credit, a $10 cafe voucher and a $10 game for your next visit!
Whether your kids are arcade fans, budding bowlers or laser tag competitors, there’s plenty to keep them entertained at Timezone and Zone Bowling.
Dates: 16 September – 11 October 2026
More Information:
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T&Cs apply.
School Holidays at cricket nsw
If you’re searching for a free school holiday activity in Western Sydney that will keep your daughter active, engaged and having fun, the Sydney Thunder Girls Colour Bash is the perfect choice.
Designed specifically for girls aged 5-10, this exciting 4-hour experience combines the energy of a colour run, water balloon games, team challenges and cricket-inspired activities in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment. It’s all about participation, confidence and creating lasting memories with friends, whether your daughter is trying cricket for the first time or simply loves being active outdoors.
Unlike traditional sports programs, Girls Colour Bash focuses on fun first. Think colourful activities, backyard-style games, laughter and friendship, all led by professional coaches who create an inclusive space where every girl can feel comfortable giving things a go.
Parents love Girls Colour Bash because it offers:
- A fun and active alternative to screen time
- A safe girls-only environment
- Opportunities to build confidence and make new friends
- Beginner-friendly activities suitable for all skill levels
- All equipment provided
- A completely FREE experience
Thanks to funding through the Australian Government Play Our Way Grant, families can access this unique school holiday program at no cost. With locations available across Western Sydney and NSW, places are expected to fill quickly.
If you’re looking for one of the best free school holiday activities for girls, don’t miss the chance to join the Sydney Thunder Girls Colour Bash this spring.
Register now: https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/colour-bash?&
Suitable for girls aged 5-10 years. Limited spots available.
Free things to do
Indoor
- Liverpool Powerhouse- 1 Powerhouse Road, Casula
- Don Bosco Youth Centre- 10-12 Mamre Road, St Marys
- Fairfield City Museum & Gallery- 634 The Horsley Drive, Smithfield
- Liverpool City Library- 52 Scott St, Liverpool
- Penrith Regional Gallery- 86 River Road, Emu Plains
- Campbelltown Arts Centre- 1 Art Gallery Road, Campbelltown
- Phive Library- 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta
Outdoor
- Glenmore Park- Corner of Morrison Street and Luttrell Road, Glenmore Park
- Central Gardens Merrylands- Central Gardens Nature Reserve, Merrylands West
- Auburn Botanic Gardens- 99 Chiswick Rd, Auburn
- Elizabeth Farm- 70 Alice Street, Rosehill
- Parramatta Park- Macquarie Street, Parramatta
- Avenel Park Canley Vale- Avenel Street, Canley Vale
- Bicycle Education Centre Campbelltown- King Street, Campbelltown
- Botanic Gardens Mount Annan- 362 Narellan Road, Mount Annan
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