Powerhouse Castle Hill – school holiday activities
The Powerhouse Winter School Holidays program runs from 6–21 July 2024. It provides a range of in-depth workshops and free drop-in creative experiences, including popular digital programs Adobe, digital illustration, and artist-led creative workshops.
Families are invited to adventure through exhibitions to discover the stories and histories of objects on display. Powerhouse Castle Hill is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am–4pm. Here are the additional workshops on this weekend:
- Family Micro: Bit cardboard robots – Saturday 6 July. Book here.
- Colours of Country with Virginia Keft. Sunday 7 July. Book here.
- Family Minecraft Escape Room – Sunday 7 July. Book here.
Pick your own fruit – Mandarin season
Throwing all the kids in the car and heading off fruit picking is a great activity that the whole family can enjoy! It’s a great way to show kids where their fruit comes from while also being out in the sunshine and fresh air. We’re lucky here in the Hills to have fabulous farms right on our doorstep so the journey isn’t too far – as we all know, with young kids there’s no such thing as enjoying a long, leisurely drive!
Here are our tips for places to visit this Winter. Most places charge a price for for what you pick. Also, things change due to seasons and weather, so make sure you check the farm’s website or Facebook page for opening times before you set off. And don’t forget to take your own bags.
Visit Inflatable World in Dural!
These school holidays, your kids can get out some energy jumping on a wide range of inflatable rides at The Centre in Dural while you can sit back and enjoy their cafe. 2 hour sessions are available between the hours of 9am to 4pm, no prior booking required. Tickets start at $9 for kids 4 and under, and $17 for kids 5 and over, but discounts are available for multiple kids or multi day bookings. See website for details.
Other ideas
- Sydney Boutique Markets – Saturday 7 July. 10am to 4pm. Rouse Hill Town Centre.
- Bella Vista Farm Open Day. Sunday 7 July. 9am to 2pm.
- Rouse Hill Estate open to the public. Every Sunday. 10am to 4pm.
- The Farm at Lynwood Country Club. Every Sunday 11am – 2pm. Bring the kids along to see rabbits, birds and sheep! They’ll be entertained by the animal feedings and learn about life on the farm.
- Go for a bush walk. Here are our favourite kid friendly bush walks in the Hills.
- Go for a bike or scooter ride. Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths.
Other articles that might interest you:
- Winter School Holiday Guide
- Term 3 Activities and Classes Guides
- Best playgrounds for Under 5s
- Day trips from the Hills
- Parks & coffee – a mum’s perfect combination
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