First stop: check out the Hills District Mums website. There are HEAPS of ideas and suggestions for things to do that will keep everyone entertained!
Holiday camps, classes & workshops. If you need a helping hand with care over the break, there are stacks of camps and classes on in and around the Hills, for all types of interests. Here’s a list. Book soon as they fill up.
Check out the activities at the Hudson Hotel in Seven Hills. All school holiday activities are FREE unless otherwise specified and take place from 11am and/or 1pm. Be sure to book your spot at https://www.sevenrooms.com/xHyCILtV
See a show at Riverside Theatres. There’s two great shows on these school holidays at Riverside Theatre Parramatta. Find out more and book here.
Go day tripping. Enjoy a day trip to somewhere you haven’t been before. Here are some of our favourites.
The Hills Easter Show is on over the four days of the Easter long weekend. Expect action-packed performances, rides, food trucks, the Easter Bunny and much more. Castle Hill Showground, 12pm – 9pm each day. Find out more here.
Take part in Youth Week. Young people in The Hills Shire can celebrate Youth Week 2025 with a FREE movie screening, art and technology workshops – all designed to empower, engage, and showcase young people’s talents. Running from April 12–17, this year’s Youth Week theme highlights the strengths of young people aged 12 to 24, recognising their ability to lead, influence, and shape their communities. Find out more here.
Winston Hills Mall has free Easter and school holiday activities on – including Easter craft and slime making! Find out more here.
Mirvac’s school holiday program. These holidays, your child can develop bush survival skills, uncover the beauty of the local Blue Gum High Forest or immerse themselves in poetry and art. Whether they’re interested in cooking with native ingredients, creating natural skincare, or learning about local wildlife, expert educators will help them reconnect with nature, stay active and have fun. Located at West Pennant Hills.
To register and for more information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/autumn-school-holidays-at-highforest-by-mirvac-4162643
Visit your local library. There are great libraries in the Hills including Dural, Castle Hill, Vinegar Hill and Pennant Hills – a library visit makes for a cheap, quieter activity if you’re needing a bit of a lazy day.
Explore Mystic Hollow at Castle Towers. Step into a magical fairy woodland maze and embark on an enchanting adventure! As you wander through the winding paths, you’ll search for hidden fairy doors, each holding a special surprise. Once you have found them all and completed your fairy tale quest, enjoy our illuminated tracing table covered in critters and creatures for your to decorate and take home.
Level 2, outside David Jones, from 12 – 27 April between 10am and 2pm.* This is a free event with no bookings required.
Go for a bush walk in the Hills. There are some lovely kid-friendly walks right on our doorstep and Autumn is the perfect time of year. Check them out here.
Check out the free Hills Shire Council school holiday activites here.
Watch a movie at City of Parramatta’s Outdoor Cinema Series. Parramatta is bringing free movie nights to local parks during the April school holidays! 11 – 27 April | 4 – 9pm. Roll-out a picnic blanket and enjoy fun-filled activities with family and friends before catching your favourite Hollywood films on our pop-up cinema screen at sundown. There will be live music, kids arts and sports workshops, dog-friendly obstacle courses, jumping castles and so much more — it’s free with food options available for purchase.
Dates, Locations & Films:
- Friday 11 April: Wicked (PG) – Binalong Park, Old Toongabbie
- Saturday 12 April: IF (PG) – Doyle Ground, North Parramatta
- Sunday 13 April: Despicable Me 4 (PG) – North Rocks Park, Carlingford
- Saturday 26 April: The Wild Robot (PG) – West Epping Park, Epping
- Sunday 27 April: Sonic The Hedgehog 3 (PG) – F.S. Garside Park, Granville
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley’s Lindt High Tea. The decadence continues during the school holidays! Enjoy an indulgent high tea experience featuring masterful Lindt Chocolate creations made in-house. This special high tea is available every Thursday 3 – Sunday 27 April. To book phone 4577 4222 or click here.
Set off for a mini break to Canberra where there are heaps of things for kids to do and mum and dad will enjoy it as well!
Commemorate ANZAC Day on Friday 25 April. Here’s a list of services in and around the Hills.
Visit a park in the Hills you haven’t tried yet. Be inspired here. Or jump in the car and visit a park a little further afield – here are some suggestions.
Dine out. If you’re wanting to eat out with the kids during the holidays for a special treat, here’s a list of pubs and restaurants in or near the Hills that have a play area. Everyone wins!
Swing City has lots on! Check out the activities listed below. Book via https://linktr.ee/swingcitygolf
Visit Meadowbank Regional Playground. This is an awesome playground – without a doubt one of the best we’ve ever seen. Make a day of it during the holidays. Find out about it here.
Visit Elude Escape Rooms! Looking for something a little different to keep the kids enterained these school holidays? Elude Escape Rooms in Galston offers active challenges for teams of 2-6 people and Hills District Mums get $20 off bookings these holidays! For more info and to book click here.
