April school holiday ideas

04 April 2025

children playing

No school? No worries! The Tweed is the place to be these school holidays, with an exciting range of activities and events planned for children and young people across Council’s cultural, recreational and community facilities.

From hands-on art workshops and live performances to swimming, writing and wildlife encounters – there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

Some events are part of NSW Youth Week (9 - 17 April), a celebration of young people as the voice of the future. Events begin with Murbah Youth Fest which takes place on Saturday 12 April in Knox Park Murwillumbah.

Schol holiday events and activities

All ages

Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre (TRAC) – Murwillumbah
Make a splash these school holidays!
The slide and diving boards will be open every day during the NSW and QLD holidays.

  • Every day from 10am – 3pm
  • $10 per person or $36 for a family of 4

Location: TRAC Murwillumbah, Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah
More information on TRAC website.

Ages 12 +

Knox Park Murwillumbah

Murbah Youth Fest*
The Tweed's biggest celebration of young people is back and bigger and better than ever!

  • Saturday 12 April 10 am – 4 pm
  • Location: Knox Park Murwillumbah
  • Free event, no booking required - for more information visit What's On Tweed

Tweed Regional Museum

Charms for the Charming Jewellery Workshop with Each to Own*
Create your own jewellery in this engaging workshop for young creatives.

  • Thursday 10 April 5:30 pm – 7 pm
  • $15 plus booking fee
  • Bookings essential via Humanitix

Digital Drawing Workshop with Phoebe Paradise*
Unlock your artistic potential at our Digital Drawing Workshop with Phoebe Paradise.

  • Saturday 12 April 3 pm – 5 pm
  • $15 plus booking fee
  • Bookings essential via Humanitix

Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre

Art Play – Woven Wristband (make your own woven wristband)
Drop in and create a woven wristband with Bulaan Buruugaa Ngali artist Kyra Togo.

  • Wednesday 9 April 11 am - 1 pm
  • Friday 11 April 11 am - 1 pm
  • Wednesday 23 April 11 am - 1 pm
  • Free event, no booking required.

Location: Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre  
2 Mistral Road (corner Tweed Valley Way) Murwillumbah South 
For more information visit Tweed Regional Gallery

Richmond Tweed Regional Libraries

Senior Students Writing Masterclass with Byron Writers Festival & Storyboard
Join author and teacher Melaina Faranda for a series of masterclasses where students will learn and experiment with a range of creative writing and screenwriting techniques.

  • Thursday 10 April 4 – 5:30 pm

Location: Murwillumbah Library, 10 Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah 
Free event – bookings essential via Humanitix

Activities for ages 5 +

Tweed Regional Museum

Dino Mash-up Kids’ Holiday Workshops

  •  Tuesday 15 April 10:30 – 11:30 am
  • Thursday 17 April 10:30 – 11:30 am
  • Tuesday 22 April 10:30 – 11:30 am
  • Thursday 24 April 10:30 – 11:30 am

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
$5 +booking fee – book via Humanitix

Wild Rangers: Wildlife to You!
Wildlife to you! Wild Rangers will bring some of Australia’s fascinating native animals to the Museum and share their knowledge and passion about the importance of conservation and protecting habitats.

  • Wednesday 16 April 10:30 - 11:30 am
  • Cost $5 per child + booking fee (parents and carers are free – max 1 accompanying adult per child)
  • Bookings essential via Humanitix

Location: Tweed Regional Museum, 2 Queensland Road Murwillumbah
More information: Tweed Regional Museum

Activities for younger children 3-5

Tweed Regional Museum

Jurassic Joe Dinosaur Show
A fun-filled musical ride through the amazing world of prehistoric dinosaurs and reptiles that gets everyone singing, dancing, laughing and learning.

  • Wednesday 23 April 10:30 – 11:15 am
  • Bookings essential via Humanitix

Mini Museum Explorers (suitable for 3+) 
Join Tweed Regional Museum for some storytelling, song, craft activities and more!

  • Every Thursday 10 – 10:30 am
  • Free event – No bookings required

Location: Tweed Regional Museum, 2 Queensland Road, Murwillumbah
For more information visit Tweed Regional Museum

Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre

Gallery Playdate for small visitors 
Head to the gallery foyer for creativity and fun! Relaxed and engaging sessions are for children aged 6 months - 5 years and their carers.

  • Wednesday 2 April 9  - 10 am
  • Wednesday 7 May 9  - 10 am
  • Bookings essential via Humanitix

Location: Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre, 2 Mistral Road (corner Tweed Valley Way), Murwillumbah South
For more information Tweed Regional Gallery

*This event is part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 program and is supported by the NSW Government through the Department of Community and Justice. 

For more information about NSW Youth Week activities across the Tweed, read our media release.

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