2020 Things to do School Holiday Guide for the Moreton Bay Region
Now it is holidays and wondering what to do each day to keep the kids occupied and amused ?
Here is a guide to the many events where ever you are to go out and try, there is something for the whole family
Minute to win it
Join the Minute To Win It challenge at Bribie Island Library on January 8 from 2-3pm, for those aged 11-17. Physical challenges all done in one minute.
Details: bookings may be required, phone 3205 0555 or visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/School-Holiday-Program
Share yarns
There’s Aboriginal storytelling at Bribie Island Library on January 13 from 2-3.30pm. For those aged 6-10 years. Tell your story using art from First Nations artist Wendy Rix.
Details: bookings may be required, phone 3205 0555 or visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/School-Holiday-Program
Science or magic?
Is it science or magic? Find out using magnets and floating balloons at Bribie Island Library on January 15 from 2-3pm. For those aged 6-12 years.
Details: bookings may be required, phone 3205 0555 or visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/School-Holiday-Program
Play tags
Design and print a school bag or travel bag tag at Bribie Island Library on January 21 from 2-3pm using Tinkercard. For those aged 11-14 years.
Details: bookings may be required, phone 3205 0555 or visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/School-Holiday-Program
Bribie Kids
Bribie Island Shopping Centre offers Bribie Kids, with activities ranging from arts and craft, kids yoga, movement, music and free play sessions every Thursday morning from 9.30am.
Visit: bribieislandshoppingcentre.com.au
Pop & Lock
Pop, lock and jump around at Fun Size Hip Hop on January 13, 9-10am at Brennan Park, Bongaree. Suitable for those aged 3-11. Free event.
Details: bookings required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
The Bribie Island Shopping Centre will also host all sorts of children’s activities this school holidays, including kids’ yoga.
CABOOLTURE
Try basketball
Come and try basketball at Caboolture Basketball Club, Burpengary State School, George St on January 15 and 20, 10-11am. For those aged 5-17, note that participants 11 years and under require adult supervision for the duration of the activity. Wear enclosed shoes, a hat and sunscreen. Bring water and a snack.
Details: bookings required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Free coaching
Moreton Bay Table Tennis Association is offering free coaching for those aged 5-17 on January 13 and 14, 10am-noon at Caboolture Sports Complex, Centenary Lakes, Caboolture.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Twist and turn
Jump, flip, twist and turn on trampolines at PCYC Caboolture, 1 Toovey St, Caboolture on January 17. Those aged 12-17 from 9-10am, those aged 5-11 from 10-11am. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Boxing basics
Learn the basic techniques of junior boxing and join fun team games at PCYC Caboolture, 1 Toovey St, on January 13 and January 20, 9-10am. For those aged 5-10. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Try drumming
A free interactive, multicultural drumming experience will be at CREEC, 150 Rowley Rd, Burpengary on January 14, 9-10am, for those aged 3-11.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Hockey clinic
Learn how to pass, dribble and score at Caboolture Hockey Club, Lindsay Rd Sports Ground, Morayfield, on January 14, 9-10am. For those aged 5-17. Free.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Slam dunk
Come and try basketball at Caboolture Basketball Club, Burpengary State School, George St on January 15, 10-11am. For those 5-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Hi-Yah!
Self defence, predator training is at Morayfield Community Hall, 298 Morayfield Rd, on January 16 from 9-10am. For those aged 12-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Rumble tumble
Have fun on a wide range of LaunchPad Gymnastics equipment at PCYC Deception Bay, 100 Maine Terrace, Deception Bay on January 14 and January 21, 10-11am. For those aged 5-11. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Freestyle BMX
A freestyle BMX clinic will be held at Morayfield Skate Park, Station St, Morayfield, on January 15 at 3-4pm and 4-5pm for those aged 5-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Scooter trooper
The Scooter Clinic is coming to Morayfield Skate Park, Station St, Morayfield on January 15 from 3-4pm and 4-5pm. For those aged 5-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Game on
A free rugby union experience is available at Petersen Rd Sports Ground, Morayfield on January 16, 9-10am. For those aged 5-11. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Hot shots
Learn the basics of tennis at a free session at Caboolture Sports Complex tennis courts, Centenary Lakes, Caboolture on Friday, January 17 and January 24, 9-10am. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Karate kids
Have a go at karate at Williamina Court Sports Complex, Williamina Court, Narangba on January 17, 9-10am for those aged 5-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Ninja Warrior
A fun Ninja Warrior experience with climbing, jumping and swinging, is being held at PCYC Caboolture, 1 Toovey St on January 17, 9-10am for those aged 5-11 and 10-11am for those 12-17. Free events.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Creek-y Critters
Explore Burpengary Creek at CREEC, 150 Rowley Rd, on January 22 from 9.30-11am. Suitable for aged 3-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
NORTH LAKES & PINE RIVERS
Beginners’ BMX
Have an introduction to BMX Racing at Pine Rivers BMX Club, Leitches Rd, Brendale on January 16 from 9-11am. For those aged 5-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit bit.ly/2PiTt3e
Adventure time
Take an environmental adventure at Osprey House Environmental Centre, Dohles Rocks Rd, Griffin on January 17, 9-10.30am. For those aged 3-17. Free.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
‘Seil down
Go abseiling at Baden Powell Park, Cash Avenue, Samford Village on January 13 from 8.30-10.30am, 11am-1.30pm or 1.30-3.30pm. For those aged 10-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Take aim
There’s field archery sessions on January 14 and January 21 at 188 Scout Rd, Kurwongbah, 9am-noon. For those aged 10-17. Cost $5. Or you can go to YMCA Camp Bundalong, 64-74 Byrnes Rd North, Joyner on January 20 from 9-10.30am for those aged 6-11, or 10.30am-12 noon for those 10-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Littlies’ Tennis
Young ones aged four to 11 can learn the basics of tennis at HT Ireland Reserve, Saraband Drive, Eatons Hill on January 14, 9-10am, or at Aurora Boulevard Park, North Lakes on January 21 from 9-10am. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Learn self defence
Using simple fun techniques, learn self defence at Danzy Buchanan Park, Kinsellas Rd West, Mango Hill on January 15 from 9-10am. For those aged 3-11. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Flying fox
Experience the thrill of a flying fox at YMCA Camp Bundalong, 64-74 Byrnes Rd North, Joyner on January 15, 1-4pm. Suitable for those aged 12-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Aussie Rules
Learn and test your skills at a free AFL session on January 16 at Rob Akers Reserve, Bells Pocket Rd, Strathpine, from 9-10am. For those aged 3-11. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Disc Golf
Try disc golf, which is similar to golf but throwing a disc, at Pine Rivers Park, Gympie Rd, Strathpine on January 18 and January 25 from 9-11am. For those aged 5-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Table tennis
Play table tennis in the holidays at The Lakes College, College St, North Lakes on January 18 and January 25 from 8-10am. For those aged 5-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Be sure to check out your local library and shopping centre for more fun and creative school holiday activities over the Christmas break. Pine Rivers Art Gallery also has activities for kids over the holidays.
REDCLIFFE
Get creative at the Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre with free back to school craft activities on offer from 10am – 1pm, Monday January 20 to Friday, January 24, outside Kmart.
Details: https://www.penfair.com.au/
Make a wreath
Learn to make a Christmas wreath using pages from old books at the Redcliffe Library. There will be a session for adults on December 4, teenagers on December 14 and children aged 6-12 on December 17. All workshops are free to attend and will run from 10am-11am.
Details: registration required, phone 3283 0311
Gridiron clinic
Ever wanted to try gridiron? Here’s your chance at Deception Bay Sports Centre, 100 Maine Terrace, Deception Bay on January 13 and January 20 9-11am. For those aged 10-16. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Skater girls
There’s a girls skateboard clinic at Redcliffe Skate Park, cnr Oxley Ave and Anzac Ave, Redcliffe on January 18 9-11am. Suitable for girls aged 5-17. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Tasty treats
There will be a free biscuit decorating workshop for children aged 11-17, at Deception Bay Library from 10.30am-11.30am on December 16.
Details: bookings required, phone 3283 1094
Budding engineers
Children aged 8-12 can show off their STEM skills at the Redcliffe Library on January 7, 10am to noon in a series of challenges using clips, paddle pop sticks and clothes pegs.
Details: bookings required, phone 3283 0311
Staged science
Discover the magic of science in a stage show filled with mind blowing demonstrations. The Street Science Show is on January 10, at Redcliffe Library, 10am-10.45am. It will visit Deception Bay Library on January 13 from 10.30am-11.15am. It is free to attend.
Details: bookings essential, phone 3283 0311
Spy Kids
Redcliffe Library will host a Nerf Spy Challenge for children aged 11-17, from 2-3pm on January 18. It is free to attend but bookings are required. Phone 3283 0311
Escape Alderaan
Can the young rebels escape from Senator Organa’s office before Planet Alderaan is obliterated? Solve a series of games and puzzles to ensure their safety! The Star Wars themed escape room challenge, for children aged 11-17, is on at Redcliffe Library for a number of sessions between 2 and 4pm. This is booked out, but you can put your name on a wait list.
Details: bookings essential, phone 3283 0311
Wheely fun
Why not go for a family bike ride along the Moreton Bay Cycleway. There is plenty to see along the way and many parks to stop at and explore.
Details: for an itinerary click here to this weblink
Perfect picnic
Back and picnic and spend the day at Scarborough Beach Park – there is a playground, beach and a jumping pillow for the children to enjoy.
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Little lifesavers
Build confidence in the water with Little Lifesavers on January 13 at Settlement Cove Lagoon, Redcliffe Parade, from 8-10am. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Flip and turn
Jump, twist, flip and turn on a trampoline at PCYC Redcliffe, 170 Klingner Rd, on January 23, 10-11am for those aged 5-11 and 9-10am for those 12-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Make a splash
Dive in and have a go at synchronised swimming at Deception Bay Aquatic and Fitness centre, 157 Maine Tce, Deception Bay on January 22, 3-5pm. For those aged 8-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
High ropes
Try the new indoor high ropes course at YMCA Camp Bundalong, 64-74 Byrnes Rd North, Joyner on January 15, 9am-noon. For those aged 12-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
Good Defence
Use simple fun techniques to learn self defence at Pelican Park Oval, Hornibrook Esp, Clontarf on January 22, 9-10am. Suitable for those aged 3-11. Free event.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active
New Anglers
Learn the basics of shore-based fishing at Captain Cooke Parade Park, opposite Emerald Ave, Deception Bay, on January 18 from 9am-noon. For those aged 5-17. Cost $5.
Details: bookings may be required, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Sport-Recreation/Healthy-Active