Looking for some fun activities you can do with your kids in and around the Northern Rivers, NSW then this list is for you. Here are 9 Family Friendly School Holiday Activities for you to consider.
The Glow Worm Cave – Mt Tamborine
https://www.glowwormcavetamborinemountain.com.au
Did you know that you don’t have to go all the way across the Ditch to New Zealand to experience glow worms! There is a purpose built glow worm cave right across the border at Mt Tamborine. Open every day except Christmas and Good Friday, this is a place to take the kids if you want them to be wowed as well as learn something new.
Tropical Fruit World – Duranbah
https://www.tropicalfruitworld.com.au/
Farm tours, Fruit markets, Wildlife boat cruise this place is perfect for a family day out and a great way to taste and learn about fruits from around the World.
Crystal Castle – (Enchanted Cave Immersion, Café, Shambalah Gardens, Guided Tours)
https://www.crystalcastle.com.au
Walkthrough the gorgeous gardens, explore the enchanted caves or sit and relax with a coffee at the cafe. There is something for everyone at Crystal Castle. Oh, and did I mention the most stunning crystal display in Australia? You can even get your retail fix here too!
Macadamia Castle (Animal park, train ride, mini golf, café, holiday program)
https://www.macadamiacastle.com.au/holiday-activities/
Macadamia Castle is home to an animal park, mini golf course an awesome park, face painting (Sundays & School holidays) & train rides which makes for a perfect family day out. During school holiday’s it also gives kids the opportunity to be “keeper for a day” From ages 7 – 18, kids can attend the park and learn how to care for the animals, see what the keepers do and even build a reptile enclosure.
PALACE CinEMA- Byron Bay
Hoyts Cinema – Tweed Heads
Event Cinema – Coolangatta
Ballina Cinema
Murwillumbah Regent Cinema
Here are a few purpose made kids movies strategically released in time for school holidays.
Dora And The Lost City Of Gold (PG)
Abominable (G)
Angry Birds 2 (PG)
Epic Skate Park
Roller skating has been a school holiday favourite since I can remember and it never goes out of fashion. Time to grab the skates or roller blades and join the kids for a race around the rink and skate off that excess energy or cabin fever.
Inflatable World – Burleigh
http://www.inflatableworldoz.com.au/stadiums/burleigh/
It’s all about having fun. It’s not just for the kids, Inflatable World encourage the parents to play & bounce too. Sessions are for two hours per single entry fee. Whether it’s bouncing around or Gladiator Style it’s sure to create some giggles and memories.
Reboundland
https://www.reboundland.com.au
15 inflatable activities for kids through to adults, with a dedicated area to under 5’s.
Circus Art – (Rock Climbing, circus classes, play centre)
https://www.circusarts.com.au/
And last but not least, the super fun Circus Art. Whether it is rock climbing, circus classes or just chilling in the play centre, the kids will have an absolute ball here. And you will be rewarded with some very sleepy kids on the drive home. That is winning right there.
Do you have any favourite school holiday activities you do as a family? Let us know so we can add it to the list.
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You had me at glow worm cave… but then there are so many other awesome things to choose from. I’d say all of them would be just as fun for adults as for kids, and I do include the inflatable world in that. 🙂
Wow, I would love to experience the the glow worm cave, sounds so interesting to check out together with Mt Tamborine.
These are amazing activities, love the suggestions especially the outdoor ones…And now is the right time to go out.
I agree these allbsound like fun. Now is the time while the weather is cool. They look fun for adults too.
Those are all great options and things that my family would love to check out. If we’re ever in the area, we will definitely check some of them out.
The glow worm cave sounds really interesting. Sounds like a lot of fun for the family.
These are all interesting places to explore. Whenever we travel, I always make sure to look up for places that would spark the twins’ interest.
I don’t even know if my kids have ever been on the 4 wheel skates. I used to love those. They have inlines at our skating rink. It is a fun way to pass some time.
Byron Bay looks amazing, especially if you are a kid the skate park would be my son’s idea place while my daughter would love the inflatable world
I find these activities a lot of fun and I am sure kids will surely love it..
So much fun! My girls could spend hours in those inflatable play centres 😂
I love the idea of a skate park. This would be great for the boys to enjoy. They like places like this.
Sounds really fun! I think my son would love the rebound land. Thanks for the ideas you have shared!
Um, the glow worm cave looks AMAZING! What fun things to do on your holiday!