NSW public school holiday dates
| Autumn | 7 - 17 April 2026 |
| Winter | 6 - 17 July 2026 |
| Spring | 28 September - 9 October 2026 |
| Summer | 18 December 2026 - 27 January 2027 |
Find out more on nsw.gov.au
Council school holiday activities
School holidays on the Northern Beaches are all about packing in the fun! Check out the event calendar (select the school holiday category) to find activities to keep the kids entertained during their break.
Kids on the Coast
The Coastal Environment Centre in North Narrabeen offers a fun-filled, action-packed school holiday program. A great opportunity for children to learn about our environment with unique themed activities such as survival workshops, marine science adventures and more. Check out what's on.
Swim programs
Keep your kids active at our aquatic centres these school holidays. Fast track their swimming skills, watch them learn to dive on our springboards or let them splash and play in the indoor heated pools. Check out what's coming up at Manly Andrew Boy Charlton and Warringah Aquatic Centre.
Libraries
Your local library is a great place for kids and young people with fun and educational activities during school holidays, such as author talks, workshops and craft activities. Check out what's coming up.
Glen Street Theatre
Glen Street Theatre puts on a number of shows for kids and school groups during the year. Check out what else is coming up!
Creative spaces
Give your child the opportunity to learn about different art forms and mediums with a fun and educational art workshop at Manly Art Gallery & Museum or Avalon Creative Space, inspired by The Art of Adaptation exhibition.
Warringah Aquatic Centre
Watch your kids jump, slide and splash on the indoor giant inflatable or bounce on the diving boards. Find out more.
Manly Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Aquatic Centre
Get ready for some serious winter fun on our giant indoor inflatable at Manly Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Aquatic Centre. Find out more.