Fun Easter school holiday activities for kids

With the Easter school holidays fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to plan some fun activities for your kids and get them away from scrolling their time away. Whether it’s putting together some arts and crafts indoors or going on adventures outdoors, there is something for every kid to enjoy and every parent to easily plan.

To help get your creative juices flowing this Easter school holiday, we’ve compiled a bunch of fun ideas you and your family can partake in, however we should preface - having easter eggs may be a non-negotiable for the kids.

Decorate Easter eggs

Decorating Easter eggs has been a longstanding classic activity for a good reason. It’s relatively easy to put together and best of all, it’s pure cuteness. You’ll get to see your children become creative and see how artistic they can be while also knowing that with a good newspaper surface and a couple of art smocks – the clean up will be easy.

All you have to do is cool down some boiled eggs, supply some paints or textasers and lay out an arts and craft station for their imagination to go wild.

With the Easter eggs you’ve made (or with store bought ones) you can eat them, repurpose them for some holiday decorations or use them in an Easter egg hunt. It’s almost a must when it comes to the Easter holiday break to do an Easter egg hunt. Simply hide some eggs in the backyard and have the kids run around to see who can find the most. It won’t just be an exciting and memorable activity but also a great opportunity for your kids to play outside and be active.

Easter movie run

Who doesn’t love a night in? If you are wanting to simply wind down for the short holiday break, Optus SubHub has so many Easter themed movies for you and your family to enjoy and spend quality time together. So, cosy up on the coach and get your popcorn and easter bunnies ready to snack on and choose from the thousands of TV shows and movies on offer.

Day trips

For most families, we don’t always get the time to take our kids out for full day excursions or activities. If we do get the chance, it’s often on the weekend - which generally is packed with things that need to be done including our rest and recovery for the week ahead. So doing a day trip during the holiday break, is a great time to do something you wouldn’t normally do.

There are a whole bunch of theme parks to visit all around Australia. Whether you were looking for a water park, a wholesome farm with animals or somewhere with wild roller coasters - there undoubtedly is a place for you in your state.

Create memories at an amusement park

There are a whole bunch of amusement parks to visit all around Australia, each with different themes and exclusive rides. Below are a few fun parks to take your kids to this Easter school holiday.

Splash around at Jamberoo Action Park (Jamberoo, NSW)

Jamberoo Action Park is the perfect venue for any water activities your kids are interested in. The largest family-owned park in NSW, Jamberoo Action Park features many world-class water rides, including the iconic Banjo’s Billabong (a dual twisting and turning water slide), the Taipan (a snake-themed group water slide), and Funnel Web (a cone-shaped water ride). Your kids will love exploring and splashing around Jamberoo Action Park, especially during the Easter break when the weather’s still quite warm.

Make dreams come true at Dreamworld (Gold Coast, QLD)

Dreamworld is located on the Gold Coast in Queensland and is a theme park and zoo all in one. Being Australia’s largest theme park, Dreamworld is filled with attractions to keep your kids busy, including thrill rides, wildlife petting events, and other entertainment activities. There are also a couple of restaurants and shops at the theme park, so you can take a break while walking around with your kids.

Spend some time in nature

Spend some time enjoying the Australian outdoors with your kids this school holiday. Australia has much to offer when it comes to Mother Nature, and there are sure to be activities your kids will love.

Pet animals at Myuna Farm (Doveton, VIC)

Myuna Farm is a family-friendly farm with beautiful animals for young kids to pet and see. Visitors can spend their time exploring the animal nursery, going on tractor rides, walking along the paddock feed trail, and even riding a pony. There are also public BBQ and picnic areas around the farm for families can to use to cook and enjoy a meal together. If you’re looking to partake in other activities with wildlife, here are a few more zoos to visit with your family.

Stargazing at Lake Ballard (Menzies, WA)

Who doesn’t love spending a night under the magnificent glitter of southern hemisphere stars? For just a little past your kids’ bedtime, you can experience an unforgettable night with your family under a brilliant star-lit sky at Lake Ballard.

Lake Ballard is a stunning salt lake in the Shire of Menzies and is surrounded by camping sites for visiting travellers. 

Learn outside the classroom

Although it’s a school break, the holidays don’t mean your children need to stop learning. In fact, school holidays are the perfect time to give your kids experiences that they might otherwise not have in the classroom. Below are some educational activities your children are sure to enjoy while on break.

Check out the National Railway Museum (Adelaide, SA)

If your little ones love motor vehicles and trains, the National Railway Museum is a great place to check out. Learn aAll about the Commonwealth railways and steam engines, the museum is an archive of information and learning opportunities for kids interested in the historical railways of Australia. The museum is the largest railway museum in Australia and also offers short train rides and indoor-outdoor viewings.

Taronga Zoo (Sydney, NSW)

Arguably one the most scenic zoos in the world, Taronga Zoo boasts commanding views over Sydney Harbour and the city. Apart from the gorgeous setting there are lots of animals for the kids to see and interactive interact with – over 5,000 in fact, including over 350 species many of which are endangered. The zoo is very kid-friendly and holds events and activities geared towards children, especially during the school holidays. There are also adventure play zones including Wild Ropes Treetops Adventure. Your kids can get an up-close look at the animals through several immersive experiences such as the Tiger Trek as well as several fascinating keeper talks run throughout the day. And of course those amazing giraffes.

Play with educational games and apps

Your kids may also enjoy putting some extra time into their favourite subject during the holidays, from the comfort of their own home. There’s a wide variety of child-friendly online games and apps you can install on your mobile device dedicated to all kinds of subjects, including English, art, maths, and even coding.

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