School Holidays Timetable, Term 4, 2026 - January 19 - 25
Looking for events to entertain the kids for the last week School Holidays? The Whyalla City Council in collaboration with Plaza Youth, Headspace and Whyalla Recreation Centre are offering a number of fun, educational options to amuse the kids.
If there is no booking link, there is no booking required.
Monday, 19/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
Get ready for the Aussie Creature Crawl, running every day from 10am–4pm throughout the whole summer break (yes, weekends too!). We’re only closed on Christmas Day.
What’s the challenge? Sneaky Aussie creatures are hiding in our beautiful gardens and inside the Maritime Museum.
Your mission: 1️⃣ Find all the hidden animals 2️⃣ Discover the answers they’re guarding 3️⃣ Use the code to find the answers & to complete your challenge!
Grab your activity sheet from our friendly Visitor Centre team and let the adventure begin. Every child will walk away with their own certificate and a take-home activity pack!
This activity is also included as part of the Children’s University Program.
Feel free to pack a picnic and enjoy a day in the museum’s lovely gardens, with the BBQs available for you to cook and relax as a family.
paid entry, no booking required.
Jumpy Castle and Pool inflatables: Whyalla Recreation Centre | 11am - 3pm | paid entry
Jumpy castle is from 11am - 3pm and Pool inflatables from 1pm - 3pm.
Don't Get Bored - Board Game Fun: Library | 2pm - 4pm | drop-in session (children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Kites at the Beach: VIC pod at the Foreshore | 10am-1pm | Drop-in session!
Tuesday, 20/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
Bowling with Plaza Youth Centre: Bowland |11am - 3pm | bookings essential.
Ages 8-17, only 10 spots available, lunch provided by Bowland, transport provided by PYC
Contact Plaza Youth Centre to book.
Tree of HOPE: The Orchard Community Garden | 10am-12pm | just show up!
The Orchard Community Garden is located on Knight Street, Whyalla Stuart
School Holidays Activity! featuring, face painting, rock painting, free BBQ and the smoothie bike.
For more information contact Tiffany on 0417 463 770 or tiffany@hopewhyalla.com.au
Movie Night in the pool: Rec Centre |7:30pm | book here
Wednesday, 21/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
Jumpy Castle and Pool inflatables: Whyalla Recreation Centre | 11am - 3pm | paid entry
Jumpy castle is from 11am - 3pm and Pool inflatables from 1pm - 3pm.
Swimming with Plaza Youth Centre: Rec Centre | 11am - 3pm | bookings essential
Ages 8-17, lunch provided by PYC.
Contact Plaza Youth Centre to book.
Thursday, 22/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
DND & Movie: Plaza Youth Centre | 11am-3pm | bookings essential
Slushies and sandwiches provided!
Contact Plaza Youth Centre to book.
Steam into Libraries, Lego Session: Library | 2pm - 3:30pm | book here!
Get Moving with LEGO at Whyalla Public Library!
Join us for a hands-on LEGO program designed to spark imagination and grow STEM skills. Kids will create movable and creative LEGO designs
👧 For children 8 years and above
👩👧 All children must be accompanied by an appropriate adult
Friday, 23/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
Saturday, 24/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.
Jumpy Castle and Pool inflatables: Whyalla Recreation Centre | 11am - 3pm | paid entry
Jumpy castle is from 1:30pm - 4:30pm and Pool inflatables from 1:30pm - 3:30pm.
Sunday, 25/01
Aussie Creature Crawl: Whyalla Visitor Centre | 10am - 4pm | children free with paying adults.