Summer school holiday activities in Redcliffe
Published 5:06am 11 December 2024
Words by Kylie Knight
There are plenty of free and low-cost activities to entertain the kids during the summer school holidays on the Redcliffe Peninsula. Check out our list …
Holiday craft
Make gifts and cards for loved ones or create decorations to hang around your home during self-guided craft activities, from December 14-21, which are suitable for all ages and abilities.
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Galleries-Museums/Events/RAG/Holiday-Craft
Fun factory
Join in games, craft and fun for the whole family at Redcliffe Library. This is a free activity run by library staff and suited to all ages. No bookings required.
December 14 | 2-3pm
December 17 | 2-3pm
December 19 | 2-3pm
December 21 | 2-3pm
December 24 | 2-3pm
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Fun-Factory/Redcliffe
LEGO and robots
Bring your LEGO builds to life with the power of Dash robots during one of these sessions at Redcliffe Library. This free activity will be run by library staff and is for children aged seven to 10 years. Bookings are required.
December 19 | 9-10am
December 19 | 11am-noon
December 22 | 11am-noon
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/LEGO-And-Robots/Redcliffe
Sensory fun
Through interactive games and activities, children can develop their fine motor, problem-solving and creativity skills while having fun at Redcliffe Library during free workshops for children aged five to 11 years. Bookings are not required.
December 23 | 10-11am
December 30 | 10-11am
January 13 | 10-11am
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Magic-Tables/Sensory-Fun-RED
Pokemon Party
Unleash your inner Pokémon master and indulge your love of all things Pikachu, Charizard, and Meowth during a Pokémon-inspired party at Redcliffe Library. Entry is free. Suitable for children aged six to 12 years.
January 2 | 9-10am
January 2 | 11am-noon
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Pokemon-Party/Redcliffe
Messy Play
Drop in and play with Play-Doh, paint, craft and more at Redcliffe Library. Dress for getting messy. This free activity is for children under five years of age. Bookings are not required.
January 8 | 9-10am
January 15 | 9-10am
January 22 | 9-10am
Visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Messy-Play/Redcliffe
Craft workshop
Use wax resist and watercolour to illustrate the beautiful waterways of Moreton Bay during this workshop for children aged 5-12 years at Redcliffe Art Gallery. Cost is $5. All materials are supplied.
January 9 | 10.30am-12.30pm
January 22 | 10.30am-12.30pm
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Galleries-Museums/Events/RAG/Wax-Resist-Waterways
Sea Exploratorium
Discover sea-inspired science experiments without getting your feet wet. This free activity at Redcliffe Library is for children aged eight to 11 years. Bookings are required.
January 10 | 9-10am
January 10 | 11am-noon
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Sea-Exploratorium/Redcliffe
Make a creature
Join in fun-filled sci-fi exploration of your own imagining in this creature-making workshop inspired by the work of Patricia Piccinini at Redcliffe Art Gallery. Participants will be guided to produce a concept drawing of their creature and bring it to life in 3D form. Cost is $5. Suited to children aged five to 12 years. All materials supplied.
January 15 | 10.30am-12.30pm
January 23 | 10.30am-12.30pm
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Galleries-Museums/Events/RAG/Future-Curiosities
Songwriting workshop
Discover the secrets of writing a great song with musician Aaron Shanahan from Imagine Music during this free workshop at Redcliffe Library. Bookings are required for this activity, which is for children aged 12-17 years.
January 15 | 2-4pm
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/Songwriting-For-Teens/Redcliffe
3D printing creativity
Make a tiny fish, octopus, shark or other sea creature, and see the Flashforge 3D printer in action during this free workshop at Redcliffe Library. After the workshop, library staff will 3D print participants’ design for pick-up at a later date. Bookings are required for this activity, which is for children aged eight to 11 years.
January 16 | 10-11.30am
January 23 | 10-11.30am
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/3D-Print-A-Sea-Creature/Redcliffe
Weaving workshop
Join Kabi Kabi artist Aunty Sharyn Malone for a hands-on traditional weaving workshop at Redcliffe Art Gallery. Take your artwork home to hang somewhere special. Cost is $5. Suited to children aged six to 12 years.
January 17 | 10.30am-12.30pm
To book, visit moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Galleries-Museums/Events/RAG/Kids-Weaving-Workshop
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