Dive into heated pools, get creative at your local library, explore nature, or get rolling at bike and skate parks. There are so many fun and inexpensive ways to keep the kids busy these school holidays.
Inflatable fun and diving boards
Jump, bounce and dive on Warringah Aquatic Centre’s giant pool inflatable and diving boards. No bookings required, simply complete a swim test, and get ready for some serious fun.
Splash ‘n play
Head to Manly Andrew Boy Charlton Aquatic Centre and splash under fountains and sprinklers in the indoor heated toddler pool.
Teddy Bear Sleepover
Take your teddy for a special sleepover Story Time at your local library. We’ll read stories and sing songs before you farewell your toy for the night. Find out all the mischief and fun when you collect them the next day. Limited spots at our libraries are left so get in quick!
Bookmark Design Competition
Get artistic and design a bookmark for your chance to win a prize pack, and have your designs printed and available in our libraries!
Warriewood Wetlands
Enjoy a 2.4km wetland walkway adventure! Connect with our natural environment and spot animals and birds including the endangered Regent Honeyeater, the Goshawk and Powerful Owl.
Manly Dam waterfall walk
Go on a bushwalk to see Manly Dam’s waterfall. It’s a relatively easy walk and good for the whole family.
Wyatt Avenue Bike Park
Bring your bike and helmet to this free bike park in Belrose. Kids and new riders can build confidence, learn skills at their own pace and burn lots of energy.
Lionel Watts skate park
Grab your wheels and get rolling at Lionel Watts. The skate park is shared by BMX riders, scooter riders and skaters, with riders of all levels welcome to use the facility. While you’re there, pop into the Lionel Watts Inclusive Playspace and take advantage of the nearby courts that have markings for basketball, netball and pickleball.
Shared facilities at local schools
Some of our local school grounds will be open to the public, enjoy the freedom of open space and play equipment.