School Holidays Maryborough 2017
by Joanne · Published · Updated
School Holidays Maryborough 2017
Are you ready for the School Holidays Maryborough?
Yippee!! School holidays are here once again! We love the school holidays especially during the Summer break, it’s one of our favourite times of the year.
First on our agenda is Christmas Lights. We've put together maps and lists for both Maryborough and Hervey Bay. Let us know which ones you love the best.
We can’t wait to head to the free Polar Express Moive Night in Decembers it looks pretty awesome as does the Apex Santa Fair and the Festive Heart activities in the Town Hall.
What awesome school holiday entertainment we have right here in our own backyards!
To make it easier for you to plan your holiday break we’ve put together this list of the organised events, activities, workshops and things to do that are on across the Fraser Coast region these school holidays.
Maryborough Christmas Lights Map
1-24 Dec
September 17
We've put together this interactive map and list of houses in Maryborough which have Christmas lights Where: Maryborough, Granville, Tinana, Howard Cost: FREE
Kids Outdoor Activies Hervey Bay
September 17
Australian Adventure Park are hosting a range of kids outdoor activities over the school break. Laser skirmish, archery, flying fox, canoeing, abseiling, obstacle course, kayaking, mountain bike maze, Where: Australian Adventure Park Cost: $10-$25 Bookings: essential
Christmas Tree Exhibition Maryborough
9-21 Dec
September 17
Exhibition of Christmas trees created by local artists, creatives and groups Where: Gatakers Artspace Time 10am-4pm Cost: FREE Bookings: na
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Fraser Coast Libraries Storytime
Saturdays 9-21 Dec | 6-20 Jan
September 17
Program of stories, songs and craft activities for children aged 2 to 5 years. When: Saturdays Where: Maryborough and Hervey Bay Libraries Time: 10:30am Cost: FREE Bookings: na
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Apex Santa Fair Maryborough
10 Dec
September 17
This very popular event is back again for another year including market stalls, show bags, face painting and lots more Where: Maryborough Show Grounds Time: 2:30-5pm Cost: free entry
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Fraser Coast Carols in the Park Maryborough
10 Dec
September 17
Fraser Coast Carols in the Park, this is a much loved annual Christmas Carol event. This year due to the wet weather the event will be held at the Maryborough Show Grounds. Don’t forget to bring a rug or folding chair to sit on, fireworks at 8pm. Where: Maryborough Show Grounds Time: 5:30pm-8pm Bring: picnic rug or chairs
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Fraser Coast Libraries Christmas Craft
11,12,14 Dec
September 17
Christmas Craft Workshops for kids held at each of the Fraser Coast Libraries Where: Fraser Coast Libraries Age: 5+yrs Cost: free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Light Up Christmas Card Workshop
11,12,14 Dec
September 17
Make your own light up Christmas Card. Where: Maryborough and Hervey Bay Libraries Age: 8+yrs Cost: free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Kids Art Workshops Maryborough
12 & 19 Dec
September 17
Collage & Watercolour Workshops for kids aged 7-12 years and Mixed Media on Timber Workshops for kids aged 12-17 years Where: Hay Art Studio Cost: $35 Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Kids Mornings in @ the Library
13 & 15 Dec
September 17
Come along for a fun morning of face painting, craft, puzzles & toys for under 5’s Where: Maryborough & Hervey Bay Libraries Age: U5's Cost: FREE Bookings: NA
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Mary Ann Steam Train Rides
Dec 14,21,28,| Jan 4, 1,18
September 17
The merry volunteers from Maryborough City Whistle Stop Inc. operate the Mary Ann steam train rides Maryborough from Queens Park alongside the Mary River. Time: 9am-12:30pm Cost:A$3, K$2, F$7 Bookings: NA
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Festive Heart Activities
14-24 Dec | 4-13 Jan
September 17
Maryborough City Hall will come alive with a series of festive activities to keep everyone entertained such as biscuit decorating, giant games, Christmas crafts. Most activities will be free.. Time: 9am-1pm Bookings: NA
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Mary Christmas Street Party
15 Dec
September 17
Come on down to the Maryborough CBD and join in the Christmas celebrations, entertainment, food, rides, shopping and Santa Time: 5:30pm-9pm
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Vintage Christmas Display
15 -24 Dec
September 17
A Christmas light and display experience like no other... walk down memory lane; a Christmas-themed glimpse into yesteryear. Walk-through display including home-made lemonade and a vintage games area. Time: 7pm-9pm Where: ChatterBox
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Inflatable Days Maryborough
16 Dec | Jan 5
September 17
Come and challenge the Buccaneer Assault. Special entry deal for $11 for kids and $12 for adults, this includes entry, inflatable, hot chips and a can of drink Cost: $11-$12 Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Christmas Sunday in the Park Maryborough
17 Dec
September 17
All the usual Sunday in the Park fun will be on offer with a Christmas twist. MELSA and their miniature trains, as well as the replica Mary Ann steam train will run, jumping castle and much more Time: 9am-2pm Where: Queens Park
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Wildlife Sanctuary Markets
17 Dec & 21 Jan
September 17
Held on the 3rd Sunday of each month at Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary. Lots of great market stalls as well as the added bonus of interacting with the sanctuary animals. Cost: gold coin
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Junior Lifeguard Program
18-22 Dec | 8-12 Jan | 15-19 Jan
September 17
5 day program where students learn about: water safety, safe aquatic environments, complete quiz books, perform rescues learn basic cpr and first aid Where: Maryborough Aquatic Centre Age: 8+yrs Cost: $65.50
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Polar Express FREE Movie Night
22 Dec
September 17
The Maryborough City Progress Association will host a free Christmas Movie at the Maryborough Town Hall bring your family along for a great night out. Where: Maryborough Town Hall Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
New Years Eve @ The Brolga Riverside
31 Dec
September 17
Live music by Soul City and their band on the Riverstage. Bring a rug for a picnic on the lawn. Food stalls including, wood fired pizzas, and bar service will be available. 2 spectacular fireworks displays over the Mary River at 9pm & midnight. Time: 6pm-midnightpm Cost: Free Fireworks 9pm & midnight
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Holiday Intensive Swimming Lessons
2-5 Jan | 8-12 Jan | 15-19 Jan
September 17
Maryborough Aquatic Centre are hosting 3 x 5 day fast track School Holiday Intensive Swimming Workshops during the Summer holiday break. Time: 9am-11am – 30 minute lessons Cost: $67.50 5 day program Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
.Sunday in the Park is held with a variety of musical entertainment at Scarness Park Hervey Bay. The day includes: live entertainment, market stalls, sausage sizzle Time: 8am-2pm Cost: free entry Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Make your own Checkerboard
8, 11 Jan
September 17
Learn how to make your own checkerboard Where: Maryborough, Hervey Bay & Howard Libraries Age: 7+yrs Cost: free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Board Games Mornings
9 & 10 Jan
September 17
All ages are welcome to come and play some old favourites and some new games. Where: Maryborough and Hervey Bay Libraries Cost: free Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Pop Up Storytime
10 & 12 Jan
September 17
Come and find the outdoor first5forever marquee with puzzles, craft, toys, books and more. Time: 9am to 12noon | Storytime at 10am Where: Maryborough & Hervey Bay Age: U5's Cost: free Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Game Making Workshops
11,15,16 Jan
September 17
Learn how to make your own game Where: Fraser Coast Libraries Age: 6+yrs Cost: free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Young Innovators Symposium
11 & 12 Jan
September 17
Whether you’re a coder or a drawer, a thinker or a doer, unite with other like minded innovative enthusiasts at the Young Innovators Symposium. This celebration of the young innovators on the Fraser Coast will include: talks on what works and what more is needed to succeed and is aimed at those aged 7+years. Where: Hervey & Maryborough Libraries Age: 7+yrs Cost: free Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Deadly 60 Downunder
11 Jan
September 17
Join Steve as he shares the wildest Deadly footage from his times in Australia … being lowered from a helicopter to dangle into a crocodile’s nest, or hand catching the world’s most venomous octopus just off Sydney Harbour. Plus loads of audience participation and lots of on stage fun!. Where: Brolga Theatre Cost: $49pp Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Free Movie Night Maryborough
12 Jan
September 17
The Maryborough City Progress Association will host a free family movie night at the Maryborough Town Hall, bring your family along for a great night out. Entry is Free. Where: Maryborough Town Hall Cost: free Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Tech Challenge Days
16,17 Jan
September 17
Fun morning including challenges using coding and robotics. Where: Maryborough and Hervey Bay Libraries Age: 8+yrs Cost: free Bookings: na
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.
Maryborough Dive in Disco
19 Jan
September 17
Put on your dancing shoes (or flippersl) cause we’re having an old-school dance off with some old school competitions, glow sticks, flashing cups and slushies for purchase Time: 6:30pm - 9pm Bookings: essential
This activity is aimed at pre-schoolers aged 3-6years and includes simple craft activities, stories and singing
Intrinsic beauty and atmosphere, rarely experienced in today's world ...... the kids will love this.