Plan for fun these winter school holidays

Published on 05 June 2026

Children and parents clapping, smiling and laughing in a theatre.

Discover family-friendly shows, hands-on kids activities and new teen workshops this winter! Find something that sparks your child's imagination in our Kingston Arts for Kids: Holiday Program, book into a family show, or find something inspiring for teens these school holidays.

For families: family and children's shows

The Alphabet of Awesome Science - Join professors Lexi Con and Noel Edge for a thrilling voyage through the alphabet and mind-blowing scientific surprises.

The Wobbly Wallaby and the Absolute Bandicoot - Celebrate friendship, empathy and kindness in this musical adventure with Giggle and Hoot performer Jemma Armstrong. A relaxed performance is available.

For kids: music and acting programs

The Beat Lab - Big Racket are back these school holidays with their popular music-making workshops, learn how to sequence beats and make your own electronic song!

Discover Spoken Word: Open Mic Lab - Express yourself and your voice through music, rhythm, interactive prompts, and creative challenges with Rebel Stepz.

Star for a Day: Matilda the Musical - Unlock magic and mischief with a bold and imaginative musical theatre workshop inspired by the musical, Matilda! Facilitated by the Australian Musical Theatre Academy.

For kids: hands-on creativity

Custom Cap Studio - Decorate your own cap inspired by bold graffiti art, bright colours and expressive lettering with Rebel Stepz.

3D Animal Canvas - Play with clay and paint to create your own textured animal artwork with Rebel Stepz.

For teens: full-day workshops

Songwriting in a Day - Learn the essentials of composing and recording your own songs in an immersive songwriting workshop with Jack Parsons and Kate King.

Thread Drawing: from Mark to Stitch - Try your hand at ‘thread drawing’ and unlock the expressive possibilities of using the sewing machine as a drawing tool with Juliet D Collins.