Bundaberg School Holidays
SUMMER 2023-24

It is time to celebrate SUMMER School Holidays in the Bundaberg region.

Please note that some events and activities require bookings so get in quick to secure your families spot. Be sure to check with the event host to confirm date, time, location and costs. We do our best to keep this information correct at time of printing, however, this may change. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors who continue to support our Bundaberg School Holiday Pocket Guide.

Please support those who support us.

Bundaberg School Holiday Pocket Guide

Each school holidays we put together a booklet detailing all the fantastic events, activities and things to do across the Bundaberg region. Find out how to get your event in the next guide here.

Thanks again to our wonderful advertisers who continue to support the production of the School Holiday Pocket Guides. Please support those who support us.

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FEATURED EVENTS - SUMMER 2023-24

Ready to mix up your summer plans? If you’ve already tracked down Bundaberg’s best beaches, ate fish and chips on the esplanade at Bargara and had your fill of visiting parks & playgrounds, it’s time to add something new to your holiday calendar! From secret hidden gems to fun workshops and heart-pumping events, this is your invitation to join in and make your Summer holidays in Bundaberg the best ever!

Did you know that Wide Bay Kids is a not-for-profit organisation run by part-time staff and a team of dedicated volunteers? We receive no on-going Government funding and rely on our local business community to support our projects and programs. We want to say a special thank you to our wonderful sponsors who continue to support with us. Please support those who support us!

Trudy at Bank Of Queensland Bundaberg
Elizabeth at Terra Tribe Farm Howard
Team at Bundaberg Regional Council
Justin And Ellisa at First National Bundaberg
Belinda at St Luke’s Anglican School
Peter And Jeanette at Bundy Bowl & Leisure Centre
Tracey at Gymfinity Gymnastics
Cristy at Access Recreation
Rachel and Anthony at Christensen Harbison Optometrists
Jessie at Acorn Child Care Centres
Sam at Community Access Care
Kirsty at Funny Bunnies

Every endeavour has been made to ensure that the details appearing in this publication are correct at the time of writing. We accept no responsibility for any inaccuracy whether by inclusion or omission. Please check with individual event organisers and/or venues for updates, changes and holiday trading.

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Encore Dance Studio Concert 2023

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Bundy Bowl & Leisure Complex – Summer School Holidays 2023-24

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Christmas Trivia

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Gin Gin Community Christmas Lunch

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Xmas in the Skate Park – Yourtown

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Childers Mingle and Jingle Street Party

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Christmas Music Bingo

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Christmas Advent Wreath

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Burnett Heads Community Christmas Party 2023

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A Moore Park Beach Christmas 2023

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Cookie Decorating Workshop

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Pageant of Lights 2023

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