By Sheree Hoddinett
It’s September and with that comes another round of school holidays. How are we here again I hear you ask? I too am wondering the exact same thing. Here come the rounds of “I’m bored”, “There’s nothing to do”, “What are we doing today?” or even “I’m hungry”, the list goes on. And all the parents out there are already sighing and thinking of ways to keep their darling children entertained as much as possible. With that in mind, here are some handy ideas that may just help pass the time these school holidays.
Abbey Museum - Kids dig it! Viking Family Fun is on September 25-29 with a week of hands on, educational fun for the whole family. Activities for the kids include:
Practice archery
Carve your own Runic inscription
Learn about and practice weaving
Uncover Viking artefacts…..and more!
Doors will open at 9.30am for activities to start at 10am. Pre-booked activities can be selected when purchasing tickets online. Each child entry ticket includes admission for one adult. Visit abbeymuseum.com.au for further information and to book tickets.
Caboolture Historical Village – School Holiday Activities
Craft ideas, gem sieving, educational demonstrations, train rides and even a sausage sizzle. To be held Monday – Thursday (no activities planned for Friday) 9.30am for a 10am start with a 12.30pm finish. Cost is $16 per child with bookings required. Visit historicalvillage.com.au for all the info.
Bribie Island Seaside Museum – Wheelz What would life be like if wheels were never invented? The Bribie Island Seaside Museum mini-Imaginarium is zooming into the world of wheels. Wheels are an amazing invention that changed the direction of the world. 'Wheelz' is a fun and interactive space for all ages and abilities. Take part in various activities that will allow you to explore the versatility of the wheel. The museum (1 South Esplanade, Bongaree) is open Wednesday to Friday, 10am-4pm and Saturday to Sunday 10am-3pm.
The Monster Jump – Sandstone Point Hotel Spring into action and unleash your inner adventurer at Australia’s most epic attraction! Get ready to bounce back and experience the thrill of Monster Jump, a colossal mobile inflatable obstacle course stretching over a whopping 280 metres. The Monster Jump will be at the hotel until Monday October 2. Everyone from toddlers to adults is welcome, guaranteeing endless excitement for all ages. A two-hour pass will set you back $40. Pre-booking is recommended. Visit https://sandstonepointhotel.com.au/event/the-monster-jump/
Strawberry & Dessert Festival – also at Sandstone Point Hotel Touted as the berry best day of the year, the Strawberry & Dessert Festival returns to the hotel on Sunday September 24 starting from 12pm. Enjoy strawberry eating competitions, farm fresh strawberry stalls, dessert food trucks, dessert cooking demos, dessert cocktail making demonstrations, kids rides, live music and more! For all information, ticket prices and carpark passes, visit https://sandstonepointhotel.com.au/event/strawberry-dessert-festival/
Visit a City of Moreton Bay library Meet a llama in a library, get into some messy play and check out the Emergency Services Exploratorium! You can get started on your journey as a DJ in the Sound Studio, make a figurine out of polymer clay and learn to draw cute and crazy cartoon pets too. Further information can be found at https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/School-Holidays
Get out of the house - Take a day trip into Brisbane and visit GOMA, the Museum of Brisbane, the State Library or just hang out at Southbank. Head down or up the coast for some theme park related fun. If you want to keep it local, there’s heaps of places to enjoy some time out, from Butterfly House on the Island, White Ridge Farm at Elimbah, ten pin bowling or even mini golf, movies and plenty of local beaches, parks, walking tracks and of course shopping centres, restaurants and cafes.
**Please check dates, times and locations of specific events as they may be subject to change.**
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