It’s that time of year again!
For two weeks, from Saturday 28th June to Sunday 13th July, the kids will be enjoying their winter school holidays and looking for something fun to do. Amory to the rescue!
We’ve rounded up some great ideas to help keep kids of all ages amused throughout the holidays. Be sure to check the websites for details, and book ahead as they’re bound to be popular!
Vapiano Orion Pizza Kids!
Saturdays and Sundays, 10-11am.
Orion Shopping Centre, 1 Main St, Springfield Central QLD 4300
For just $20, the pizza masters at Vapiano Orion will teach your 5-12 year old kids how to knead dough, select and add the toppings, and cook perfect pizzas. They’ll also talk about fresh vegetables and herbs, and put on a show of pizza tossing! Plus, every child takes home a Vapiano Pizza Kids apron!
Winter Wonderland
Daily, 10am-2pm.
The Terrace & Downs St, North Ipswich QLD 4305
Rug up and head to Riverlink Shopping Centre for a frosty taste of winter you won’t ever experience at Amory! You’ll find an absolute wonderland of REAL snow in Snowtopia, and a bunch of winter-themed activities for the kids in the Yeti Yard. Then warm up with a cup of hot chocolate in the Chocolate Lab!
Play On
Monday 30th June, Tuesday 1st July to Friday 4th July, 10am-2pm.
Nicholas St, Ipswich QLD 4305
Perfect for active kids that need to run off some energy, and sporty kids keen to work on their skills or try a new sport, Play On is a fun and free event that aims to improve the health, fitness and wellbeing of your children.
Yamanto Central Cosmodome
Monday 30th June to Friday 4th July, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm.
488 Warwick Rd, Yamanto QLD 4305
Step inside the Cosmodome for an immersive, space-themed dome experience that will take young explorers on a journey through the stars, planets, and beyond! The four daily sessions are aimed at different ages, with the early session for ages 4-8, the 11:30 session for ages 5-10, and the last two sessions for ages 10+. Free entry!
Native Clay Critters Workshop
Friday 11th July, 9:45-11am
Merle Finimore Ave, Ipswich QLD 4305
Working with clay is not only a heap of fun, it’s a great way for curious young minds to explore their creativity. Under the guidance of Bazil Grumble (and the supervision of a parent!) your kids will transform soft, malleable clay into extraordinary clay critters!
The Bubble Canteen
Friday 11th to Sunday 13th July, 4:30-7:30pm
Nicholas St, Ipswich QLD 4305
The enchanting Bubble Canteen releases up to 20,000 bubbles per minute, from gracefully drifting little floaters to giant shimmering spheres! Guaranteed to delight and amaze kids of all ages – and their parents – this free event transforms the everyday into something truly unforgettable.
Proudfoot and Friends ‘Blowin’ in the Breeze’
Sunday 13th July, 2:00-2:50pm
Ipswich Civic Centre, 50 Nicholas St, Ipswich QLD 4305
Get ready for the foot-stomping, rib-tickling, toe-tapping time of your life at the Proudfoot & Friends stage show spectacular! Join award-winning children’s performer Lucas Proudfoot on stage with his guitar, stomp box, didgeridoo and a cast of unforgettable characters on a non-stop musical adventure. Perfect for kids aged 3-7.
To discover more winter school holiday events near Ripley, visit Discover Ipswich.