Farmer for a Day
Until Thursday 12 April from 10am till 2pm – Currumbin Farm School Campus 1226 Currumbin Creek Road Currumbin Valley
Young Qld farmers in the making enjoy a hands on experience with the Farm Campus resident animals in this exclusive new RSPCA school holiday program. For more information contact Gemma Goswami (RSPCA Qld) on (07) 3258 5616
Easter Holiday Puppet Show - Three Frogs and an Egg
Until Thursday 13 April from 9.30am and 11am daily – air-conditioned theatre in Macintosh Island Park Surfers Paradise
The Queensland Theatre of Puppetry are excited to announce their new show for the Easter School Holidays. Three Frogs and an Egg is a wonderfully colourful and interactive performance aimed at the under 10s but enjoyable for all ages. Cost is only $5. For more information visit www.qtop.org.au
Stardust Junior Astronomy Club
Thursday 5 April from 4pm till 5pm – Runaway Bay Library Lae Drive Runaway Bay
The topic for today is constellations in the night sky. Have you ever wondered how you can find the constellations in the night sky? Then come along to the library to learn all about it. For bookings contact the Runaway Bay Branch Library on (07) 5581 7220. For more information visit www.sas.org.au
Easter in Surfers Paradise
Saturday 7 April from 9am till 9pm – Cavill Mall and Surfers Paradise Foreshore Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise beachfront precinct will come alive on the Easter long weekend with a host of free family friendly entertainment and games including face painting, arts and craft, beachfront market stalls as well as plenty of yummy giveaways from the Easter Bunny himself. As part of the entertainment come along to the Dreamworld Animal Education Program, featuring wildlife such as bilbies baby crocs, lizards and koalas. Learn, see and even touch some of our most threatened species including the Australian version of the Easter Bunny, the Bilby. During this educational animal presentation run by the friendly Australian Wildlife Experience staff from Dreamworld. For more information visit www.surfersparadise.com
Chefs of Surfers Paradise
Saturday 7 April from 9am till 11am – Cavill Mall and Surfers Paradise Foreshore Surfers Paradise
Learn the secret to the perfect hot cross bun in this interactive Easter exhibit. Join chef Richard Matthews from Chevron Renaissance Bakers Delight and learn the art of baking this Easter long weekend. Watch as the kids are invited on stage for the finishing touch, as they paint the cross on these hot cross buns. For more information visit www.surfersparadise.com
Family Fitness and Fun
Saturday 7 April from 3pm till 4.30pm – Coomera Hub Parklands Reserve Road Upper Coomera
Come and join the Leaps and Bounds Team as they develop skills, enjoy a challenge and a laugh. The session will have you playing together as a family, working as a team and facing fun challenges together. All levels catered for. Free event. For bookings contact Leaps and Bounds Children’s Fitness Centre on (07) 5534 4030
Movie Under the Stars – Hop
Saturday 7 April from 7pm till 10.30pm – Damian Leeding Memorial Park Watersports Lane Oxenford
There is no better way to spend a hot summer’s night than slouching back under the stars watching a movie. They will provide the movie and venue, so head down to your local park for a great free night out. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
Gold Coast Titans –v- Sydney Roosters
Saturday 7 April from 5.30pm – Skilled Park Robina
Come and cheer on the Titans as they take on the Sydney Roosters at Skilled Park. For more information visit www.titans.com.au
Model Train Display
Saturday 7 April from 10am till 4pm – Level 2 Oasis Shopping Centre Victoria Avenue Broadbeach
For those train enthusiasts come along to visit the model train display featuring five different scales. For more information contact Centre Management on (07) 5534 3304
Easter Extravaganza
Sunday 8 April from 10am till 2pm – Justins Park The Esplanade Burleigh Heads
Bring your family and friends along to celebrate Easter. There will be DJ host and games, face painting, a special visit from the Easter Bunny, Easter egg giveaways and lots of Easter craft activities. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
Easter Eggstravaganza
Sunday 8 April from 10am till 12pm – The Marine Village Masthead Way Sanctuary Cove
Celebrate the spirit of Easter with Sanctuary Cove’s fun filled ‘Easter Eggstravaganza’ free community event. Bring the family to The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove to enjoy a program of themed activities that will include, the best dressed Easter Buggy Parade, kids Easter egg hunt, the Easter Bunny appearance, face painting, balloon twisting, jumping castles, coffee cart and hot cross bun station with live entertainment. For more information visit www.sanctuarycove.com
Craft in the Park
Sunday 8 April from 10am till 2pm – Harley Park Marine Parade Labrador
Let your kid’s creative side run wild at this great hands on workshop. A variety of craft activities on offer for all ages where kids can create, paint and decorate a range of themed take home items in a great indoor environment. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
A Little Bit of Vocal Live
Sunday 8 April from 11am till 3pm – Harley Park Marine Parade Labrador
Get your groove on and head over to South Stradbroke for an afternoon of toe tappin’ sounds showcasing and supporting local musicians. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
Gold Coast Model Railway Club – Family Open Day
Sunday 8 April from 10am till late – 18 Kendor Street Arundel
Come and see four different scale model layouts, try your hand on the shunting track, run a train and find out how to get started in model railways. For more information visit www.goldcoastmodelrailwayclub.com.au
Bob the Builder Live on Stage
Monday 9 April from 10.30am till 1pm – Carrara Markets, Cnr Gooding Drive and Manchester Road Carrara
Come along to see Bob the Builder and friends live on stage at Carrara Markets. Plus there is a free Bob the Builder jumping castle. For more information visit www.carraramarkets.com.au
Easter Beasties
Until Friday 13 April at various times and locations – Branch Libraries
There are heaps of school holiday fun Easter activities at your local Branch Libraries. There is Eggsticktastic (make and decorate beautiful eggs to keep and display), Easter Games (have a heap of holiday fun with some groovy games), Some Bunny Loves Me (disguise yourself as a very clever rabbit with a funny bunny costume) and Book Bunny (make yourself a tall bunny friend to guard your bookshelf). All sessions are FREE and for kids aged 6 to 12 years. For locations and times visit www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/library
Magic Moments with Magic Sam
Thursday 12 April from 12.30pm till 4pm – The Marine Village Sanctuary Cove, Masthead Way Sanctuary Cove
Australia’s coolest kids’ magician will put on a show at The Village Theatre Sanctuary Cove. Kids and parents alike will have a ball with this interactive show, where children will meet Bugsy the rabbit, learn a magic trick and get a special surprise to take home. Two sessions are available, one beginning at 12.30pm and one at 3pm. The perfect school holiday activity. For more information visit www.sanctuarycove.com
Free Outdoor Cinema - Footloose
Friday 13 April from 7pm till 10pm – The Village Green at Sanctuary Cove Sanctuary Cove
Round up the kids, grab a rug, pack a picnic to enjoy a free night under the stars. For more information contact visit www.sanctuarycove.com
Skate Jam and Remote Control Vehicles Meet
Friday 13 April from 3pm till 5pm – Pacific Pines Skate Park Cnr Brockman & Pitcairn Way Pacific Pines
Demonstrations, races, giveaways, music, sausage sizzle!!! Bring your battery operated RC vehicles to the park and show off your skills, or test your talent with a demonstration vehicle. Bring your skateboard or scooter for a Skate Jam with demonstrations by the Drawing Boards. For more information contact Nicole Williams from Gold Coast City Council on (07) 5581 6687
Model Train Display
Saturday 14 April from 10am till 4pm – Level 2 Oasis Shopping Centre Victoria Avenue Broadbeach
For those train enthuastists come along to visit the model train display featuring five different scales. For more information contact Centre Management on (07) 5534 3304
The Mummy Tree Market
Saturday 14 April from 2pm till 6pm – The Mummy Tree Market (off Masthead Way) Sanctuary Cove
A twilight market at Sanctuary Cove offering boutique products and services, children’s entertainment, live music, gourmet food and much much more. Great afternoon for the whole family during the easter break. For more information visit www.themummytreemarkets.com.au
Movie Under the Stars - TBA
Saturday 14 April from 7pm till 10.30pm – Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade Southport
There is no better way to spend a hot summer’s night than slouching back under the stars watching a movie. They will provide the movie and venue, so head down to your local park for a great free night out. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
Beach Care
Saturday 14 April 9am till 11am – North Kirra south of North Kirra SLSC
Come along to a community sand dune planting activity. You can make a difference to improve the Gold Coast beaches followed by a free morning tea and is suitable for all ages. Don’t forget your hat, sunscreen and suitable footwear. For more information contact Naomi Edwards from Griffith Centre for Coastal Management on (07) 5552 8530
Gold Coast Suns –v- Essendon
Saturday 14 April from 7.30pm till 10pm – Metricon Stadium Nerang Broadbeach Road Carrara
Come and cheer on the Suns as they take on the Essendon at Metricon Stadium. For more information visit www.gcsuns.com.au
Waters Wars – Get Wet or Go Home
Sunday 15 April from 10am till 12pm – Paradise Point Parklands The Esplanade Paradise Point
Prepare to get a soaking as you run the gauntlet and battle it out with your friends through a maze of inflatable obstacles and water pistols. Free event and no bookings required. For more information contact The Fun Team on (07) 5559 0957
Movie Under the Stars – Red Dog
Sunday 15 April from 7pm till 10.30pm – Ernie Tebb Park Mountain View Avenue Miami
There is no better way to spend a hot summer’s night than slouching back under the stars watching a movie. They will provide the movie and venue, so head down to your local park for a great free night out. For more information visit www.gcparks.com.au
Mt Barney Lodge – 2012 A World Apart
Tuesday 17 April from 9.30am – Rathdowney Visitor Information Centre
Mt Barney is only 90 minutes from the Gold Coast and Brisbane and Mt Barney Tourism operators are pleased to announce the launch of 2012 “A World Apart”. This is a local food and wine event that has been running since 2008. There are still places left on the courtesy minibus which will depart from the Rathdowney Visitor Information Centre at 9.30am. The bus will take you to five locations to experience what will be offered at this years event. For more information visit www.mtbarneyldoge.com.au
Saturday Tales
Every Saturday 10.30am till 11am – Broadbeach and Southport Branch Libraries
Come along and share some stories old and new. What a great way to spend a relaxing Saturday morning with the kids.
Baby Rhyme Time
Join us at baby rhyme time and share a fun and interactive time, rhyming, singing and talking with your baby (newborn to 2 years):
Tuesday -Broadbeach Library/Nerang Library;
Wednesday - Burleigh Waters Library/Elanora Library/Robina Library;
Thursday - Southport Library/Helensvale Library;
Friday - Runaway Bay Library;
To find out times at respective libraries visit the website.
Read and Grow Storytime
These interactive story times will stimulate young minds and provide parent and carers with some great ideas to take home and try (ages 3 to 5 years):
Tuesday – Elanora Library/Helensvale Library/Nerang Library/Southport Library;
Wednesday – Broadbeach Library/Burleigh Waters Library/Robina Library/Runaway Bay Library;
To find out times at respective libraries visit the website.
Active & Healthy Gold Coast
Activities galore at your local park or community centre for the whole family. Check out the kid’s activities like energy art in the park, move and groove workshops and so much more! There is also a great after school get active program to keep them busy after school and doing their 30 minutes of daily exercise. If you are looking to meet other parents, join a stroller group for Mums or check out the pre-natal yoga or Zumba for mums and kids – there is even a Dad’s outdoor class.
(Note – the A&H programs do not run on public holidays)
Playgroup
A great way to socialise for you and baby! There are playgroups all across the Gold Coast that offer a fun way to meet other Mamas and get your baby interacting with other children and sharing milestones. Read more from one of our latest articles…
Gold Coast Markets
Feel like a bit of shopping this weekend? There is something relaxing about wandering the markets and taking in all the talent on offer and community vibe. Clink on the link above and get an up to date list of all the markets on the Coast. We will now feature this every week in our What’s On to keep you “in the know”.
School Holiday Activities
For many more other school holiday activities visit the following supported websites:
&v=2)
Movie Under the Stars – Hop
Easter Extravaganza
Bob the Builder Live on Stage
Active & Healthy Gold Coast