School Holidays
There is always something on offer in the City for kids and families during school holidays.
There are ticketed events, drop-in sessions, workshops, performances and much more. From arts and crafts, sports, Lego, a puppet show and games - we've got plenty of activities to keep the kids occupied and entertained during the school holidays!
Plus, kids can discover a new world of stories through our new Book Bingo reading challenge.
Upcoming events
Events Listing
NAIDOC Week Community Arts & Craft
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of community arts and crafts, celebrating Noongar language and culture.
Art & Crafts Workshop - Years 3 to 8 (Opens external link)
Children will flex their creative muscle at these art and crafts workshop where they will have the opportunity to create an art piece they can bring home. All materials and morning tea are provided.
Constable Care First Aid Heroes (Opens external link)
Using fun catchy songs and engaging scenarios, the Constable Care First Aid Heroes puppet show helps to introduce and reinforce the basics of First Aid and DRSABC.
NAIDOC Storytime - South Perth
Come and join us for a special NAIDOC week Storytime.
NAIDOC Storytime - Manning
Come and join us for a special NAIDOC week Storytime.
Busy Bee-Bot Bash (Opens external link)
Put on your coder's hat and program our adorable robot friend, the Bee-Bot, in this free, fun and hands-on workshop for children aged 4 - 7.
Soccer Clinic - Pre-primary to Year 2 (Opens external link)
The clinic is run to teach the basics of soccer, and putting it into gameplay. Perfect for beginners. Children will be taught dribbling, passing, goal kicking, game play and team skills.
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Ocean Oddities (Opens external link)
Learn about some weird and wonderful sea creatures – from gentle dugongs and nudibranchs to mysterious narwhals and hammerhead sharks
Basketball Clinic - Pre-primary to Year 2 (Week 1) (Opens external link)
The clinic is run to teach the basics of basketball, and putting it into gameplay. Perfect for beginners. Children will be taught dribbling, passing, shooting, game play and team skills.
Fairy Garden Workshop - Manning (Opens external link)
Using a mix of materials, children will be encouraged to use their imagination and creativity while exploring hands-on crafting inspired by the outdoors. For children aged 5+.
Decorate your own cookies workshop (Opens external link)
Get creative with icing, sprinkles, and sweet treats at our workshop! Suitable for ages 5 and over. Design delicious cookies, show off your imagination, and enjoy a tasty holiday activity.
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Happy Hounds Storytime (Opens external link)
Come and listen to some stories, sing some songs and have some pats with some friendly greyhounds.
Fairy Garden Workshop - South Perth (Opens external link)
Using a mix of materials, children will be encouraged to use their imagination and creativity while exploring hands-on crafting inspired by the outdoors. For children aged 5+.
Hop into Storytime (Opens external link)
Join us at the library for a delightful rabbit-themed story session! Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft activity joined by some furry, long-eared friends. Suitable for 2+ years old.
Basketball Clinic - Years 3 to 6 (Opens external link)
The clinic is run to teach the basics of basketball, and putting it into gameplay. Perfect for beginners. Children will be taught dribbling, passing, shooting, game play and team skills.
Basketball Clinic - Pre-primary to Year 2 (Week 2) (Opens external link)
The clinic is run to teach the basics of basketball, and putting it into gameplay. Perfect for beginners. Children will be taught dribbling, passing, shooting, game play and team skills.
Craft Day (Opens external link)
Come along to our craft day at the Manning Library to make some crafty creations.
