Home Guides Winter School Holiday Activities in the Sutherland Shire (2026)
by MUMS OF THE SHIRE

As the school holidays creep up once again, so does the question of how to keep the kids entertained without hearing “I’m bored” by day two. We’ve pulled together a seriously good mix of school holiday activities across the Shire and beyond, so you can get organised early, have a few solid options up your sleeve and maybe even be the one who drops something useful in the group chat for once.

From creative workshops and sports camps to theatre, music, hands-on activities and local family fun, there is plenty happening across the Shire. Whether you need full-day care or a few boredom-busting outings, our guide is here to make planning a little easier.

Aladdin: A Victorian State Ballet Production

Much loved by children and adults of all ages, Aladdin and his adventures come to life here in a brilliant ballet production and splendour of lush costumes, breathtaking music and beautiful choreography. A wonderful story of intense love, burning [...]
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The Pavilion Sutherland, 30 Eton Street, Sutherland, New South Wales 2232
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Entertaining & Easy – School Holidays at Tradies Gymea

Tradies Gymea has a fun line-up of indoor school holiday activities, including Paint & Sip workshops, Kids Bingo, a Circus Workshop and a Mad Science Workshop. With creative sessions, prizes, hands-on fun and free easy parking onsite, it’s a [...]
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Tradies Gymea, 57 Manchester Rd, Gymea, New South Wales 2227
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July School Holidays at The NSW Academy of Gymnastics

Keep the kids active, confident and having fun these school holidays with The NSW Academy of Gymnastics. Led by experienced coaches, the holiday program is designed to build coordination, strength, body awareness and confidence in a positive, engaging environment. [...]
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38-40 Kareena Road, Miranda, New South Wales 2228
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Super Groms OT Social and Motor Holiday Groups

Super Groms Therapies runs Occupational Therapy supported social and motor holiday groups across the Shire, helping children build confidence, independence and connection through fun community based activities. Programs are designed for preschoolers to teens and may be subsidised through [...]
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Level 1, 92 Woodfield Boulevard, Caringbah, New South Wales 2229
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ACO Families: Pinocchio

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Let your imagination come alive with Pinocchio, a brand-new ACO Families production performed live on stage at ACO On The Pier. Featuring a live actor, ACO Families musicians and original music, this reimagined tale is filled with joy, adventure [...]
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Suite 3/13A Hickson Rd, Dawes Point, New South Wales 2000
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ACROGYM July Holiday Club

ACROGYM’s July Holiday Club offers the perfect mix of active fun, creativity and adventure for kids aged 4–11. With acrobatics, gymnastics, jumping castle play, craft, games, challenges and multi-sports, children can enjoy an action-packed day while staying active, building [...]
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5/776-786 Old Illawarra Rd, Menai, New South Wales 2234
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Swimmerz Academy’s July School Holiday Program

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Swimmerz Academy is running a fun and skill-building July Holiday Program at their indoor learn-to-swim facility in Caringbah. With Stroke Perfection Clinics, Intro to Racing Clinics and week-long Learn to Swim Intensive Classes, there is something for every swimmer [...]
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19 Wurrook Circuit, Caringbah, New South Wales 2229
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Caringbah YMCA Holiday Program

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The Y Caringbah is the place to be these school holidays, with a fun-filled program for kids aged 4.5–12 years. From the ever-popular Reptile Show with Andrew Melrose to putt putt golf, shadow puppets, disco fun, cartwheels, indoor sports [...]
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Caringbah, New South Wales 2229
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July School Holidays Creative Hub at Kennedy Music Academy

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Kennedy Music Academy’s School Holiday Creative Hub offers a fun mix of music, art, games, performance and hands-on activities for kids aged 5+. From songwriting and recording to art, games, piano challenges, rock music, popstar fun and Dungeons & [...]
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16/19-21 Central Road, Miranda, New South Wales 2228
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Feros Group School Holiday Fun Across the Shire

Over the two-week break, kids can enjoy Reptile Zoo visits, Kids Bingo, Slime Making, Pizza Making and Build-A-Bear workshops at Engadine Tavern, The Prince Hotel and Taren Point Hotel. Activities run on select weekdays between 11:30am and 2:00pm, with [...]
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The Engadine Tavern, 50 Station St, Engadine, New South Wales 2233
Taren Point Hotel, 105 Parraweena Rd, Taren Point, New South Wales 2229
The Prince Hotel, 533-541 Princes Hwy, Kirrawee, New South Wales 2232
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Sydney’s First Slime Dessert Cart Experience | Westfield Miranda

Be among the first to experience Sydney’s first-ever Slime Dessert Cart these school holidays at Westfield Miranda. Kids and teens can create their own personalised dessert-inspired slime, complete with colourful textures, fun toppings and plenty of sensory play. Places [...]
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Level 1 near Smiggle, 600 Kingsway, Miranda, New South Wales 2228
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CRU Holiday Camps

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CRU Holiday Camps offer something for children from Kindy to Year 12, with overnight adventure camps, focused study camps and fun-filled day camps available across the winter school holidays. From horse riding, ziplining and rock climbing to supervised study [...]
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Australia, New South Wales 2122
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Sharks Basketball Beginner Holiday Camps

Sharks Basketball Holiday Camps are a great option for kids aged 5 to 15 who are new to basketball or still building their skills. These beginner-friendly camps focus on confidence, teamwork, fundamentals and plenty of time on the court, [...]
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Sutherland District Basketball Association, Waratah Park, Rawson Ave, New South Wales 2232
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