Need something to do over the school holidays? We’ve done the hard work for you by putting together a school holiday activity list that will keep your kids entertained all day! We’ve listed 100 things to do in the School Holidays including events, must-visit playgrounds, family attractions and many more. Most ideas are free or low cost with some that require booking ahead. Whether you’re looking to stay in Perth or have an adventure further afield, we’ve got something for everyone!
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100 Winter School Holiday Ideas
1.
Step into the magic of Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience these school holidays, where families can follow an illuminated woodland trail, cast spells with a wand, spot magical creatures and enjoy photo-worthy moments inspired by the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films.
Location: Kalamunda
Suitable for: All ages, especially Harry Potter fans
2.
Enjoy unlimited carnival fun at Ready, Set, Ride!, with indoor rides, a live DJ, sideshow games, arcade games, roving performers, showbags, fairy floss and plenty of family-friendly fun โ all under one roof at PCEC.
Location: Perth City
Suitable for: All ages
3.
Step inside the imaginative world of Spare Parts Puppet Theatreโs Rules of Summer, an immersive puppetry show adapted from Shaun Tanโs award-winning book, filled with shadow play, secret messages and sensory surprises.
Location: Claremont
Suitable for: Ages 5+

4.
Explore Kings Park after dark at Lightscape these winter school holidays, where families can wander a glowing 1.8km trail filled with spectacular light and sound installations, illuminated flowers, colourful tunnels, marshmallow toasting and magical photo moments.
Location: Kings Park
Suitable for: All ages
5.
Uncover the rich history of fire and emergency services at the Old Perth Fire Station, offering interactive exhibits, educational programs, and a fascinating insight into Western Australia’s emergency response efforts.
Location: Perth
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
6.
Take the family on a high-energy adventure at Prison Island Perth, a unique team-based indoor experience in the CBD where you roam freely between 35 different “cells” packed with physical, technical and intellectual challenges โ then battle it out on the live leaderboard to see who reigns supreme.
Location: Milligan Street, Perth CBD
Suitable for: Ages 7+ (great for the whole family)
7.
Level up your child’s creativity at Mind Buzz Minecraft Camps these school holidays, where kids can spend 6 hours fully immersed in Java Minecraft workshops, continue learning online in a secure environment, and even progress from camper to coach with over 13 years of experience bringing fun and education together.
Location: Multiple locations across Perth
Suitable for: 7 -14 years
8.
Burn energy on two wheels and on foot at the colourful Duncraig Adventure Hub, with its inclusive Sensory Monsters Playground, shady nature play, epic skate park, pump and jump track, multipurpose courts and plenty of picnic and BBQ spots.
Location: Percy Doyle Reserve, Ron Chamberlain Drive, Duncraig
Suitable for: All ages (especially scooter, bike and skate lovers, plus younger kids who enjoy sensory and nature play)
FREE
9.
Step into a real teaching laboratory with the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research Holiday Adventure Programs, where curious kids can use lab tools, explore microbiology techniques and experience what itโs like to be a medical scientist.
Location: Nedlands
Suitable for: Tweens and teens, especially children aged 10+ who love science and hands-on learning
10.
Dive into ocean science at OceanXperience โ WA Museum Boola Bardip, an immersive hands-on exhibition where kids can complete missions, pilot simulated drones, explore ship-inspired zones and discover how scientists track whales, orcas and sharks.
Location: Perth City
Suitable for: Primary school-aged kids and up
11.
Enjoy a winter skate by the water at Skating in Mandurah these school holidays, where families can hit the open-air ice rink on the Eastern Foreshore, soak up the festive atmosphere and make a day of it with nearby cafรฉs, restaurants and foreshore walks.
Location: Mandurah
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
12.
Set in a beautifully restored historic hotel, The Claremont is dishing up school holiday fun with creative kidsโ sessions like potion labs, slime making and crafty workshops, alongside family-friendly dining spaces and a dedicated kidsโ play courtyard.
Location: Claremont
Suitable for: Primary school-aged kids and families

13.
Hit the dirt at Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails in Yellagonga Regional Park, a lakeside network of green and blue crossโcountry and flow trails (plus jump lines!) that make it easy for families to progress from beginner rides to more adventurous laps.
Location: Yellagonga Regional Park, Lake Joondalup (access via Lakeside Drive)
Suitable for: Confident riders, tweens, teens and adults
FREE
14.
Enjoy a family staycation at Novotel Perth Murray Street, where kids can splash in the heated outdoor pool, enjoy spacious family rooms and be perfectly positioned to explore the cityโs school holiday fun on foot or by free CAT bus.
Location: Perth CBD
Suitable for: Families with kids of all ages
15.
Step through the storybook arch into Enchantment Park, Indi Yanchep, where kids can follow QR-code adventures, meet dragons, ogres and witches, and explore themed zones with climbing towers, slides, jumping pads and whimsical play trails.
Location: Harmony Road, Indi Yanchep (City of Wanneroo)
Suitable for: Preschoolers and primary-aged kids (with close supervision for younger children as the park isnโt fenced and has no toilets)
FREE

16.
Challenge your physical agility and quick thinking at Cubetown Perth! Australia’s latest interactive experience features 5 exciting zones with thrilling challenges and epic battles where families can play as a team or go head-to-head in exclusively designed games.
Location: Rivervale (inside iFly building)
Suitable for: Ages 6+ and kids at heart
17.Discover the enchanting Amaze Miniature Park, where kids can explore over 70 miniature buildings, interactive model trains, and a challenging hedge maze. Try the 12-hole mini golf course, marvel at impressive LEGO displays, and let the kids burn energy on pedal cars and the shaded playground.
Location: Barragup
Suitable for: All ages
18.
Discover local history indoors at Wanneroo Regional Museum, where kids can explore colourful displays, historic photos, everyday objects and hands-on interactives that bring Wannerooโs stories to life.
Location: Wanneroo
Suitable for: Preschool and primary school aged children, families
19.
Catch the action-packed Freestyle Kings Live: Capture The Crown Show at RAC Arena, with world-class FMX and BMX riders, huge tricks, fire artists, pyro and plenty of high-adrenaline family entertainment.
Location: Perth City
Suitable for: Families, tweens and teens who love action sports
20.
Keep kids moving and smiling at the Active Kids Holiday Program, a multi-sport program at Murdoch University where children from Kindy to Year 6 can try a variety of games, build confidence and make new friends in a safe, inclusive environment.
Location: Murdoch University (South of the River)
Suitable for: Kindy to Year 6
21.
Buzz by The House of Honey in the Swan Valley for a sweet family outing, with honey tastings, an observation hive, cafรฉ treats, honey ice cream and hands-on tours where kids can learn all about bees.
Location: Herne Hill
Suitable for: All ages, especially families and curious little nature lovers
22.
Challenge your family’s problem-solving skills at Fox in a Box Perth Escape Rooms these school holidays, where teams can choose from 10 thrilling themed rooms, using teamwork and creative thinking to solve ingenious puzzles and overcome challenges in immersive adventures perfect for families, friends, kids and teens looking for an unforgettable experience.
Location: Fremantle (34 Adelaide Street)
Suitable for: Children age 8+, kids, teens and families.

23.
Eat, play and compete at Dave & Busterโs Clarkson, Perthโs first all-in-one restaurant and entertainment venue packed with American-style eats, live sport on big screens and more than 75 arcade and next-generation games.
Location: Clarkson
Suitable for: All ages, especially tweens, teens and families who love arcade fun
24.
Climb aboard a real Cold War-era submarine on a guided tour of Submarine HMAS Ovens, where kids can duck through hatches, see torpedo tubes up close and discover what life was really like for the 63 crew who lived and worked beneath the waves.
Location: Fremantle (WA Maritime Museum, Victoria Quay)
Suitable for: Ages 6+ with good mobility
25.
Experience the enchanting Glow Golf at Wanneroo Botanic Gardens, where you can enjoy a unique and exciting game of mini golf set amidst a picturesque garden setting.
Location: Wanneroo
Suitable for: All ages
26.
Explore the scenic waterways and wildlife of Mandurah with Mandurah Cruises, offering a variety of boat tours and cruises, including dolphin sightseeing tours and canal boat cruises
Location: Mandurah
Suitable for: All ages
27.
Spend a relaxed day at Bailey Brewing Co. in the Swan Valley these school holidays, where kids can play on an epic nature playground featuring vintage trucks, and a flying fox while parents enjoy craft beers and family-friendly pub meals.
Location: Henley Brook, Swan Valley
Suitable for: All ages
28.
Step inside this hidden time capsule at Royal Perth Hospital Museum these school holidays, where families can discover WA’s longest-serving hospital’s magnificent history since 1855, explore historical medical collections including surgical equipment from the 1800s, marvel at an old operating room setup, and learn about the Iron Lung Machine and polio patient stories.
Location: Perth City (Wednesday & Thursday, 9am-2pm closed untl 14th Jan)
Suitable for: Ages 6+ (younger children may find some apparatus frightening)
FREE
29.
Enjoy a relaxed family outing at Brewdog Perth, a spacious city venue with indoor and outdoor seating, arcade games, a beer garden and regular kidsโ programming, school holiday activities and themed Family Fun Days.
Location: Gordon Street, West Perth
Suitable for: Families with kids of all ages (great for primary-aged kids and tweens)
30.
Develop athletic abilities and motor skills at UWA Sport Holiday Sport Clinics these school holidays, where specialist coaches guide children through traditional and non-traditional sports in age-appropriate groups, with Fundamental Movement Skills for ages 6-7 and specialist sports clinics for ages 8-16, all delivered in a safe and inclusive environment that nurtures healthy lifestyles and positive social interactions.
Location: UWA Campus, Stirling Highway (Morning 9am-12pm or Afternoon 1pm-4pm sessions)
Suitable for: Ages 6-16
31.
Discover the vital work of WA Wildlife Hospital on their daily Discovery Experience tour these school holidays, where families can get a behind-the-scenes look at surgery and treatment rooms, then meet and feed resident animals including black cockatoos, wombats, emus, alpine dingos and koalas in this meaningful 2-hour educational experience.
Location: Cockburn Wetlands Precinct, Bibra Lake (Daily tours available)
Suitable for: Ages 8+ (family-friendly sessions available weekends at 11am)
32.
Let the kids run wild while you relax at Percyโs Playground at The Stirling Arms a dedicated family venue with a huge shaded nature play fort, sandpit, toddler soft play, pram-friendly seating and kid-approved bento-style meals.
Location: The Stirling Arms, James Street, Guildford
Suitable for: Families with babies, toddlers and kids up to around 10 years
33.
Fuel your day out at Motor Museum of WA, Whiteman Park, home to 100+ beautifully restored vehicles from vintage saloons and Aussie classics to Daniel Ricciardoโs real Red Bull F1 car, interactive displays, eye-spy activities and more for car-mad kids and grown-ups.
Location: Whiteman Park, Swan Valley
Suitable for: All ages (especially car-loving kids, tweens, teens and enthusiasts)
34.
Snuggle up under the stars at Galaxy Drive-In Kingsley, Perthโs last remaining drive-in cinema, where families can roll up in PJs, pack the car with blankets and snacks, and enjoy a big-screen movie night the old-school way.
Location: 157โ167 Goollelal Drive, Kingsley
Suitable for: Families with kids of all ages (especially primary-aged kids, tweens and teens who can stay up for the late finish)
35.
Keep kids active at Perth HPC’s Holiday Gymnastics Program, where children can use the same facilities as world-class athletes while learning in a nurturing environment on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Location: Perth HPC, Mount Claremont
Suitable for: Ages 18 months to 8 years
36.
Get colourful and creative at Cranky Pants at AGWA, a free interactive exhibition where kids can explore big feelings through dress-ups, costume making, imaginative play and hands-on art activities in a bright, playful gallery space.
Location: Perth Cultural Centre, Perth
Suitable for: All ages, especially young children and creative families
37.
Getting locked in an Escape Room is a whole heap of family fun! At Escape This, there are many different escape room challenges to choose from.
Location: Northbridge
Suitable for: Ages 9+
38.
Let kids get creative with technology at Code Camp, with fun in-person and online programs covering coding, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, stop-motion animation, AI adventures and even screen-free craft activities.
Location: Various Perth locations
Suitable for: Ages 5โ13
39.
Master essential swimming skills at UWA Learn to Swim these school holidays, where children can enjoy structured lessons in a warm 28-degree enclosed pool with qualified instructors focusing on different strokes each week, water safety skills, deep water techniques and diving skills, with daily lessons available from 8:00am to 10:00am in a supportive environment that nurtures young swimmers from beginners to competitive levels.
Location: UWA Aquatic Centre (35 Stirling Highway)
Suitable for: All swimming levels
40.
Enjoy a warm winter swim at Bold Park Aquatic Centre these school holidays, with heated pools, a semi-enclosed shaded leisure pool for little ones, family-friendly change rooms, cafรฉ snacks and plenty of space for an easy post-swim picnic or play.
Location: City Beach
Suitable for: All ages, especially families with young children
41.
Tee off at OuttaBounds Golf, a modern golf entertainment venue with high-tech driving range bays, indoor simulators, mini golf, AR darts, food and drinks delivered to your bay, and a Playground for younger visitors.
Location: North Lake
Suitable for: Tweens, teens and families; mini golf suits a wider mix of ages
42.
Climb aboard a giant fallen robot at Newhaven Robot Park these school holidays, where kids can scale rock climbing walls, zip down twisty slides, navigate climbing nets, splash in the robot’s “feet” water play area, soar on the flying fox, and explore the nature play zone with climbable trees and wooden stepping stones.
Location: Piara Waters
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
43.
Experience the breathtaking Halo Rooftop Tour at Optus Stadium, offering a unique opportunity to explore the stadium’s iconic rooftop with stunning panoramic views of Perth and the Swan River.
Location: Burswood
Suitable for: Ages 8+

42.
Kids can learn road safety in a fun, hands-on way at Constable Care Safety School, riding through a miniature town complete with traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, road signs and intersections in a safe, supervised setting.
Location: Maylands
Suitable for: Primary school aged children, especially confident little riders and kids learning road rules
45.
Get hands-on with farm life at Noahโs Park Farm, where kids can brush and hand-feed friendly animals, meet Highland cows William and Wallace, enjoy a buggy ride around the property and soak up the peaceful semi-rural setting.
Location: Carabooda
Suitable for: All ages
46.
Let your little monkeys go wild at Jungle Park in Whiteman Edge these school holidays, where they can conquer the enclosed climbing tower, zoom down a 7-meter tunnel slide, splash in the stone water creek, and bounce on in-ground trampolines.
Location: Brabham, Swan Valley
Suitable for: All ages (dedicated toddler area available)
FREE
47.
Splash and play at Aviary Creek Park these school holidays, where kids can climb a giant water wheel with twisting tunnel slides, pump water through troughs and spinners in the sandpit area, and enjoy the dragon snake swing that fits up to eight children.
Location: Aveley, Swan Valley
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
48.
Plan an easy family day out at Baillie Hill, a new lifestyle precinct with a fenced timber Playspace, lawn games, cute kidsโ picnic tables, on-site eateries, mini farm animals and plenty of green space to relax while the kids play.
Location: East Victoria Park (15 Hill View Terrace)
Suitable for: Families with kids of all ages
49.
Experience the ultimate family entertainment at Chuck E. Cheese Joondalup these school holidays, where kids can conquer 6m-high interactive climbing walls, navigate multi-level adventure zones with giant spiral slides, test their skills on over 100 arcade games, dance on the interactive light-up floor, and enjoy delicious pizzas and treats in this massive 1,600+ sqm mega centre.
Location: Joondalup (Unit 3/7 Winton Rd)
Suitable for: All ages (free toddler zone for under 3s)
50.
Plan a Perth Hills adventure at Lake Leschenaultia, with lakeside picnic spots, BBQs, an easy 3km walking trail, bike-friendly paths, a train-themed Playground, pump track and plenty of nature to explore.
Location: Chidlow
Suitable for: All ages, especially families who love outdoor adventures
51.
Challenge the whole family at Weitj Park’s intergenerational Playground these school holidays, featuring three distinct play zones: tackle the ninja assault course with climbing nets and warped wall, explore the massive multi-level shipping container tower with tunnel slides, bounce on in-ground trampolines, operate the sand factory with pulleys and conveyor belts, build cubbies in the nature play area, and cool off in the creek bed water play.
Location: Ballajura
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
FREE
52.
Experience wholesome farm fun at Mason’s Family Farm in Anketell these school holidays, where children can enjoy FREE entry to cuddle and feed cheeky goats in their spacious Playground, bottle-feed baby goats, get up close to chickens, play in the sand pit, and shop for farm-fresh free-range eggs in various sizes plus seasonal local produce, honey, jam and artisan goods from their EGGcellent farm shop.
Location: Anketell (816 Anketell Road, corner of Anketell and Battersby Road)
Suitable for: All ages (FREE animal interactions, open Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, weekends 9am-4pm)
53.
Discover the amazing Riverlinks All Abilities Playground in Clarkson, featuring zones for all ages and abilities. Kids will love the pirate-themed boat playground, flying foxes, water play area, and extensive bike track complete with road safety features.
Location: Riverlinks Drive, Somerly, Clarkson
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
FREE
54.
Let the kids run wild at Crocโs Butler, a huge new indoor play centre packed with a massive multi-level Playground, thrilling drop and racing slides, ball play zones, toddler-only area, themed party rooms and an on-site Muffin Break cafรฉ for easy snacks and coffee.
Location: Butler (220 Camborne Parkway)
Suitable for: Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged kids
55.
Explore the Rio Tinto Naturescape in Kings Park, an award-winning nature-based playspace that offers children the opportunity to connect with the natural environment through imaginative play and hands-on activities
Location: Kings Park Perth
Suitable for: Ages 3+
FREE
56.
Pay a visit to Ranger Red’s Zoo and Conservation Park, home to over 100 species of animals, including koalas, wombats, dingoes, exotic birds, reptiles, and kangaroos.
Location: Pinjarra
Suitable for: All ages
57.
Get tweens and teens off screens and into creative storytelling at Warhammer Perth these school holidays, where kids aged 8+ can enjoy a FREE build and paint experience with push-fit miniature figures, learn strategic tabletop gaming that develops mathematics and logic skills, and discover the world’s greatest miniature game in an immersive sci-fi fantasy setting.
Location: Perth City (Shop 2, 349/355 Murray St)
Suitable for: Ages 8+ (FREE build and paint experience, starter kits from $30)
58.
Set sail for adventure at Mandurah’s nautical-themed Eastern Foreshore Reserve playground these school holidays, where kids can climb the towering ship-inspired play structure, zoom down slides, operate sand pulleys and tubes, spin on the classic roundabout, navigate the colorful rope obstacle course, and pretend to captain a ship with steering wheels and telescopes โ all within a fully fenced area.
Location: Mandurah
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
FREE
59.
Race around the track at Powerplay Perth!
Location: Joondalup, Malaga and Bibra Lake
Suitable for: Ages 10+
60.
Experience a unique wildlife adventure on a Kangaroo Safari at The Vines Resort. Hop aboard a golf cart and cruise the fairways to spot some of the 500 resident kangaroos, while your knowledgeable guide shares fascinating facts about these amazing marsupials. After your safari, enjoy mini golf and playground fun, plus refreshments for the whole family.
Location: The Vines Resort & Country Club, Verdelho Drive, The Vines
Suitable for: All ages
61.
Bounce, climb, slide and ride at Luminous Park in Bennett Springs these school holidays, where kids can tackle the giant blue climbing tower with tunnel slide, race along the colourful bike track, zoom down the double flying fox, bounce on in-ground trampolines, and splash in the water play area.
Location: Bennett Springs
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
62.
Engage all the senses at Piney Lakes Reserve Sensory Play Park these school holidays, where kids can pump water through flowing creeks, work together with sand pulleys and conveyor belts, hunt for hidden S-E-N-S-O-R-Y letters throughout the park, and explore the sound garden with speaking tubes and colored viewing windows.
Location: Winthrop
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
FREE
63.
Explore over 30 civilian and military aircraft at the Aviation Heritage Museum where kids can sit in the pilot’s seat of a Bell UH-1H Iroquois Helicopter and control the lights on Sugar Bird Lady’s wings.
Location: Bull Creek
Suitable for: All ages
64.
Turn a bush walk into a high-tech adventure on the Yanchep National Park Digital Discovery Trail, a 2.2km interactive loop using the free Play Trails app to unlock GPS-triggered stories, quizzes, games and photo challenges among wetlands, wildflowers and koalas.
Location: Yanchep National Park, City of Wanneroo
Suitable for: Ages 10+ (younger kids with help), families who enjoy walking and nature exploration
65.
Step behind bars at Fremantle Prison these school holidays with family-friendly tours where kids can explore cell blocks, exercise yards and learn fascinating stories about prison life in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Location: Fremantle
Suitable for: Ages 5+ (Behind Bars Tour)
66.
Experience Perth’s first fully sheltered Youth Entertainment Space at Sutherlands Park these school holidays, where kids can enjoy challenging climbing walls, a giant roll-runner, enormous skate plaza with rails and banks, sealed pump track for BMX and scooters, plus colourful LED lights that illuminate the space at night.
Location: Huntingdale
Suitable for: All ages (especially teens and tweens)
FREE
67.
Check out Roebuck Park in Eglinton, which offers a shipwreck-themed playground that provides a charming outdoor escape for families seeking adventure.
Location: Eglinton
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
68.
Enjoy heritage tram rides at Whiteman Park these school holidays, with services running weekdays from 11am to 3pm along a scenic 4km route where kids can spot native wildlife while learning about the park’s history.
Location: Whiteman Park
Suitable for: All ages
69.
Make a splash at Perth’s ultimate playground these school holidays – Kwinana Adventure Park features an incredible splash pad with interactive water jets and tipping pelicans, an elevated tree maze with climbing nets and giant slides, sand factory with conveyor belts and pulleys, double flying fox, and in-ground trampolines, all within a fully fenced and supervised space.
Location: Calista, Kwinana
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
FREE
70.
Looking to burn some energy! Go paintballing! See our guide for the best places to go paintballing with kids.
Suitable for: Ages 8+
71.
Step inside real tanks, trenches and hands-on galleries at The Army Museum of Western Australia, where families can explore medals, uniforms, interactive communication displays and scavenger hunts that bring Australiaโs military history to life.
Location: Fremantle (6 Burt Street)
Suitable for: Primary-aged kids, tweens, teens and history-loving adults
72.
Take a trip to Bathers Park for a fun day out with the family. The park features a playground, grassy areas for picnics, and stunning ocean views.
Location: Alkimos
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
73.
Enjoy the chill these school holidays at Cockburn Ice Arena, where kids can enjoy ice skating sessions with games, music and skating aids like seals and kangaroos, plus try the thrilling Ice Bykes for an extra cool adventure.
Location: Bibra Lake
Suitable for: Ages 3+ (toddler sessions available)
74.
Enjoy being a pirate for the day at Shipwreck Cove Playground
Location: Golden Bay
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
75.
Putt your way through 18 holes of family fun at Vines Mini Golf these school holidays, where kids can navigate challenging water features, tunnels, sand traps and bridges on a beautifully landscaped course that’s floodlit at night, with a Playground nearby for extra entertainment.
Location: The Vines Resort, Swan Valley
Suitable for: All ages
76.
Take in breathtaking views of Fremantle aboard the Tourist Wheel, standing 36 meters tall in historic Esplanade Park. Enjoy a comfortable ride in modern, enclosed gondolas that offer spectacular panoramic views of the port city, ocean and surrounding landmarks.
Location: Fremantle
Suitable for: All ages
77.
Brave the 8-metre high ‘Tree of Life’ climbing structure at Explorer Park these school holidays, where thrill-seekers can zoom down super-fast tunnel slides, bounce on in-ground trampolines, navigate through metal ring tunnels, practice basketball and netball skills, scale the rock climbing wall, and relax in net lounges.
Location: Sienna Wood, Haynes
Suitable for: All ages (note: big slides are very fast!)
FREE
78.
Swing through the trees like a monkey at Treetops Adventure with locations at Yanchep National Park and Dwellingup
Location: Yanchep & Dwellingup
Suitable for: Ages 4+
79.
Bring your trikes and scooters to The Avenue’s Traffic Park these school holidays, where kids can navigate a custom bike track with roundabouts, stop signs and crosswalks, plus enjoy a double-decker bus play structure and ride-on cable car.
Location: Lexington Avenue, Hilbert
Suitable for: Toddlers and young children
FREE
80.
Enjoy a relaxed family meal at Boab Tavern these school holidays, where kids can play safely in the undercover playground while parents unwind with coffee, hearty pub meals, and drinks in this welcoming family-friendly venue open 7 days a week.
Location: Forrestdale
Suitable for: All ages
81
Swing into the school holidays at Ape Escape‘s jungle-themed gymnastics centre with five holiday program options, including casual play, structured sessions, and inclusive low-stimulation environments for children of all abilities.
Location: Joondalup
Suitable for: Ages 1-13
82.
Aviation fans will love hanging out at Drimmie Park. The main feature of the playground is a bright red replica of a World War II Catalina Seaplane.
Location: Clarkson
Suitable for all ages
FREE
83.
Take your skaters, scooter riders and BMX enthusiasts to Scarborough Beach Skate Park these school holidays, where kids of all skill levels can enjoy competition-grade bowls, ramps and rails, plus a climbing wall and half-court basketball.
Location: Scarborough Beach
Suitable for: All ages and skill levels
FREE
84.
Burn off energy at Playzone HQ, a bright indoor play centre with a multi-level adventure zone, glowing slides, spiral slides, a huge ball pit, trampoline zone, interactive games and a separate baby and toddler area.
Location: Forrestdale
Suitable for: Babies, toddlers and children up to 12 years
85.
Get up close with friendly farm animals at Landsdale Farm, where kids can enjoy daily tractor rides, cuddly time with rabbits and guinea pigs, and animal enrichment activities in a fun, interactive environment.
Location: Darch
Suitable for: All ages
86.
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Glowing Rooms, featuring 3D mini-golf and captivating hand-painted VR escape rooms for a unique and immersive entertainment experience.
Location: Hamilton Hill
Suitable for: Ages 5+
87.
Spend an action-packed day at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq where you’ll find arcade games, mini-golf, bowling, escape rooms and laser tag!
Location: Karrinyup
Suitable for: All ages
88.
Try your hand at bouldering at Adrenaline Vault
Location: Belmont
Suitable for: Ages 5+
89.
Spend the day at Bibra Lake Regional Playground
Location: Bibra Lake
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
90.
If you are heading down south take your little monkeys to hang out in the trees at Next Level Monkey Business.
Location: Dunsborough
Suitable for: Ages 4+
91.
Race around the tracks at Pegasus Park
Location: Bennett Springs
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
92.
Visit Bayswater Hotel, where family dining meets entertainment. Kids will love the impressive custom-built playground featuring a 10-metre slide, while parents can relax in the beautifully landscaped beer garden. The kids’ menu offers great value with all the pub favourites.
Location: Bayswater
Suitable for: All ages (playground best suited for primary school-aged children)
93.
Race around the tracks at Lions Park
Location: Armadale
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
94.
Spend the day at Yanchep National Park. You can visit the Koalas, explore the caves or ride the ziplines! There is heaps to do!
Location: Yanchep
Suitable for: All ages
95.
Learn all about Science and Space at the Gravity Discovery Centre
Location: Gingin
Suitable for: All ages
96.
Head to Milky Lane in Perth City for burgers and milkshakes.
Location: Perth City
Suitable for: All ages
97.
Go Giant Hunting! Will you find all six?
Location: Mandurah
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
98.
Go on a bike ride! Perth has a great network of cycle paths, making for loads of kid-friendly spots for a family bike ride!
Location: Across Perth
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
99.
Check out the 8m Tower Slide at Catalina Beach Park.
Location: Mindarie
Suitable for: All ages
FREE
100.
Explore Wellington Square playground these school holidays, where kids can splash in the water play area with fountains and dam stops, tackle the huge slides and climbing walls, bounce on in-ground trampolines, or bring scooters for the skate park.
Location: East Perth
Suitable for: All ages and abilities
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There are great kids events on the Bibbulmun Track, shame not to see them listed in your 100 things to do.
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Wouldn’t mind seeing some ideas for down south in the Dunsborough/Margaret River Area for your 2020 top 100 places like Xcape to the Cape, Country Life Farm, Wonky Windmill, Simo’s Ice cream, Yellingup maze and I’m not sure what it’s called but there’s a playground on the Busselton Foreshore that’s pretty cool. Also on the way down south in Myalup (I think) is The Crooked Carrot. Also I’ve been to the Lions Park in Armadale and it’s crap.
Hey – a map with locations of activities would be AWESOME !!
Especially for new comers to WA who don’t have a clue where the suburbs are by name ๐ lol
Some more indoor activities for school holidays in winter please. And also ideas for families with younger siblings that will be present with the kids on school holidays