Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these spring school holidays? Woollahra Libraries has a packed program of activities for both younger kids and teenagers across Double Bay, Paddington and Watsons Bay.
From spring craft and family movies to robotics, drama, coding, crochet and games, there’s plenty happening throughout the holidays — and many of the activities are free.
Activities for Kids
Spring Into Craft | Ages 5–12
Kids can create colourful flowers, butterflies and critters in these spring-inspired craft sessions.
📅 28 September – Paddington Library
📅 29 September – Watsons Bay Library
📅 30 September – Woollahra Library at Double Bay
⏰ 10:30am–11:30am
Friday Flicks | Ages 5–12
Settle in for a family-friendly movie afternoon at Woollahra Library at Double Bay.
📅 Friday 2 October
⏰ 1:30pm–3:30pm
🎟️ Free
Story Seed Workshop | Ages 8–12
Young writers can join author Hilary Bell and use found objects as inspiration for creating their own stories.
📅 Thursday 8 October
⏰ 10:30am–12pm
📍 Woollahra Library at Double Bay
School Holiday Activities for Teens
There’s an especially good selection for 13–18 year olds these holidays, with activities covering technology, creativity, games and performing arts.
Mega Maths Mania
📅 29 September | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Robotics 101
Learn to code physical objects to move and respond to light, touch and distance.
📅 29 September | 2:30pm–4:30pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Physics Playground: Illusions & Puzzles
Explore mind-bending illusions and tackle tricky puzzles.
📅 1 October | 1pm–2pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Ping Pong, Chess & Mario Party
A relaxed afternoon of games, including ping pong, chess and Mario Party.
📅 1 October | 3pm–4:30pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Introduction to Drama
A fun introduction to drama, creativity and performance.
📅 6 October | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Crafting & Coding Animatronics
Combine craft and coding to create moving creations.
📅 6 October | 1pm–4pm
📍 Double Bay | Free
Crochet for Teens
Learn the basics of crochet and create your own star garland.
📅 8 October | 10:30am–12:30pm
📍 Paddington Library | Free
Something for Everyone These School Holidays
Whether your child loves craft, movies and storytelling or your teenager is more interested in robotics, coding, gaming, drama or crochet, Woollahra Libraries has plenty to choose from these spring school holidays.
Most of the teen activities are free, but bookings are essential and places can fill quickly, so it’s worth checking the program and booking favourites early.
For bookings, full details and any changes to the program, visit the Woollahra Municipal Council School Holiday Activities page.
