KIDS STAY FREE IN THE DANDENONGS Valley Ranges Getaways

Sat 23 Dec – Sun 28 Jan

That’s right! Pack the car and make your way up to the Dandenong Ranges these Christmas School Holidays. Stay 2 nights or more at any of Valley Ranges Getaways family properties during the school holidays and the kids stay FREE leaving you more money to spend on the things that make going away more fun! Just use the Code KIDSFREE when booking direct.

Ages: All ages Cost: Refer to websiteAddress: 361 Mount Dandenong Tourist Rd, Sassafras VIC 3787Phone: 1300 488 448Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: vrgetaways.com.au/family-accommodationEmail: bookings@vrgetaways.com.au

SUMMER ADVENTURE AT LAKE MOUNTAIN ALPINE RESORT

Wed, 27 Dec – Sun, 14 Jan

Experience the exhilaration of a 240-metre Dual Flying Fox, slide down the Tube Run or join in a game of Laser Skirmish. Explore the resorts track and trail network on foot or hire a mountain bike from the Lake Mountain Café, open for refreshments and home to an indoor Jumping Castle! Activities can be purchased individually or purchase a combo ticket for $40 pp for the Tube Run, Laser Skirmish & Flying Fox.

Ages: All ages Cost: Refer to websiteAddress: 1071 Lake Mountain Rd, Marysville VIC 3779Phone: 03 5957 7222Hours: 9:00 am - 4:30 pmWebsite: lakemountainresort.com.auEmail: admin@lakemountainresort.com.au

DISCOVER MELBOURNE’S YARRA VALLEY U-PICK TRAIL

Wed, 27 Dec – Sun, 14 Jan

We all love the sweet juiciness of a perfectly ripe peach, the explosion in our mouths as that delicious cherry or strawberry bursts with the first bite. It’s a fact: fruit always tastes better in the sunshine, under the very tree it grew on.Join us this Christmas School holidays and fill up your buckets and baskets with the freshest, most delicious produce of the season. Indulge in locally made ice-cream, cakes and other sources of family favourites after you’ve wandered the orchard rows. Pack the sunhat and sunscreen and enjoy a fabulous day in the country!

Ages: All ages Cost: Refer to websiteAddress: Melbourne’s Yarra Valley and Dandenong RangesPhone: 03 8739 8000Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: visityarravalley.com.au

TRAMONTO KITCHEN AND BAR KIDS EAT FREE!

Thurs, 4 Jan – Sun, 28 Jan

Kids eat free at Tramonto Kitchen and Bar this summer school holidays. Kids U12 can enjoya choice of meals from their kids menu, a drink and bowl of ice cream when an adult orders a main course. 1 adult main course allows 2 free kids meals.

Ages: Under 12 yearsAddress: 874 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream VIC 3770Phone: 03 5962 6161 Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (closed Tues/Wed)Website: tramontokitchenandbar.com.auEmail: eat@tramontokitchenandbar.com.au

LILYDALE SKATE CLINIC

Mon, 8 Jan

Want to learn how to skateboard? This session is for anyone who wants to get started on a board and learn the art of skating. Join Yarra Ranges Council for a half-day skate clinic which is suitable for beginners. In this jam-packed session, you will learn the basics. All gear and boards provided.

Ages: All ages Cost: $10Address: Eyrefield Park, 15 Hardy Street, Lilydale, Lilydale, VIC 3140Phone: 1300 368 333Hours: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmWebsite: yarraranges.vic.gov.auEmail: mail@yarraranges.vic.gov.au

JUNIOR CHOCOLATIER CLASSES & SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN

Tues, 9 Jan – Wed, 24 Jan

Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery will be hosting Junior Chocolatier classes these summer school holidays. In a 45 minute ‘parent free zone’ children aged 6 – 12 years can learn from our chocolatiers how to make their very own chocolate creations. $40 includes personalised badge, chef ’s hat and apron, graduation certificate plus take home three chocolate creations to enjoy. Classes available these school holidays on Tuesdays 9, 16 and 23 January, and Wednesdays 10, 17 and 24 January.

Ages: 6–12 years Cost: $40Address: 35 Old Healesville Rd, Yarra Glen VIC 3775Phone: 03 9730 2777Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: yvci.com.au/classes/Email: mail@yvci.com.au

CAMEO OUTDOOR CINEMA

All Holidays

This summer, join in for a season of the latest blockbusters, alongside a series of retro favourites, in the natural splendour of Cameo’s Outdoor Cinema.A variety of local Victorian produce is on sale at the Cameo Outdoor bar including classic movie snacks! Beanbags, deckchairs and blankets are also available for hire.See website for ore information - including session times and movies showing.

Ages: All ages Cost: From $19.50Address: 1628 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave VIC 3160Phone: 03 9754 7844Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: cameocinemas.com.au

IGNITE YOUR CREATIVITY WITH TARRAWARRA CLASSES

Tues, 16 Jan

Let your children ignite their creative ability these school holidays by participating in a fun, hands-on, interactive workshop inspired by TarraWarra Museum of Art’s current exhibition Rosemary Laing.Hosted by local arts educator Clare James, the workshop will allow participants to draw inspiration from the large-scale photography works, to create a take-home art piece that explores the theme of landscape.

Ages: Suitable for Primary school-aged childrenCost: Each workshop $25 per child ($20 for children of Museum members and concession card holders)Address: 311 Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd, Tarrawarra VIC 3775Phone: 03 5957 3100Hours: 11:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: twma.com.au

RIVER RAFTING

Fri, 12 Jan

Join Yarra Ranges Council as we head downstream on a river rafting adventure. Float along and experience heart racing rapids and then relax as the river gently carries your raft along. Expect to get wet! Basic swimming skills required.

Ages: 12 – 17 years Cost: From $15Address: Lower Homestead Rd, Wonga Park VIC 3115Phone: 03 9294 6825Hours: 9:00 am - 12:00 pmWebsite: yarraranges.vic.gov.auEmail: s.daly@arraranges.vic.gov.au

Summer School Holiday Activities

Find Your Self cooling down and having fun in the Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges

this summer break.

IN THE YARRA VALLEY & DANDENONG RANGES

GOLF AND TENNIS AT THE EASTERN GOLF CLUB

Tues, 16 Jan & Tues, 23 Jan

Kids can discover golf and tennis at The Eastern Golf Club these summer school holidays. No experience is needed & all the equipment is provided. Suitable for kids aged 5+ years. Enjoy lots of fun activities; A day of making new friends and getting outside.

Ages: 12 – 17 years Cost: $59Address: 878-880 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream VIC 3770Phone: 03 9739 0110Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pmWebsite: easterngolfclub.com.auEmail: info@easterngolfclub.com.au

PADDLE BOARDING

Thurs, 16 Jan

Calling all water lovers, have you ever wanted to try paddleboarding? It’s a fun water activity where you stand-up on a board, paddle in hand and just cruise! Have fun, play games and learn the basics with your instructors from Surfing Victoria. All gear supplied. Basic swimming ability required.

Ages: 12–17 (basic swimming skills required)Cost: From $15Address: Lillydale Lake, Swansea Road, Lilydale 3140Phone: 03 9294 6825Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmWebsite: https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Lists/Events/Youth-Holiday-Program-PaddleboardingEmail: s.daly@yarrarangestourism.vic.gov.au

SADDLE UP WITH YARRA VALLEY TRAILS

All Holidays

Saddle up these Christmas School Holidays and enjoy the tranquillity and adventure of a trail ride through the Australian bush. With an abundance of wildlife, a wonderful horse and a friendly guide – you won’t be disappointed!

Ages: 12+ years Cost: $75Address: 35 Osborne Rd, Christmas Hills VIC 3775Phone: 03 9730 1334Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmWebsite: yarravalleyhorsetrails.com.au

IN THE GARDEN

Fri 19, Jan

Be entertained by In Helvetica as they present a brand new music and dance performance about the Burrinja Arties Sensory Garden.

Ages: 3 – 7 years Cost: FreeAddress: 351 Glenfern Rd, Upwey VIC 3158Phone: 03 9754 8723Hours: Refer to websiteWebsite: burrinja.org.au

NGV KIDS ON TOUR 2018

Tues, 23 Jan – Thurs, 25 Jan

Wiggle your toes, stick out your tongue and wave your arms – everybody can get involved with NGV Kids on Tour 2018. Entering its fifth year, NGV Kids on Tour is a National Gallery of Victoria initiative celebrating the major summer exhibition NGV Triennial and past exhibition Fiona Hall: Uneasy Seasons.Presented in partnership with Eastern Regional Libraries, children throughout Victoria have the opportunity to engage with art through a range of free hands-on activities and workshops.

Ages: All ages Cost: Free (bookings essential)Address: 3409 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC 3799Phone: 1300 368 333Hours: Refer to websiteWebsite: ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au

THE COMPLETE MAGIC WORKSHOP

Wed, 24 Jan

Become a magician these Christmas School Holidays! Have fun, learn the basics and discover the tricks of the trade. Learning magic is great for kids, it encourages lateral thinking, improves self-confidence and boosts their self-esteem.

Ages: 5 – 12 years Cost: $10Address: 351 Glenfern Rd, Upwey VIC 3158Phone: 03 9754 8723Hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pmWebsite: burrinja.org.au

HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY

All Holidays

Drop into Healesville Sanctuary these Christmas School Holidays and explore a bushland haven for Australian wildlife.Hear expert zookeepers talk about animals t Keeper Talks, discover majestic birds of prey and magnificent parrots at Spirits of the Sky or come face-to-face with platypus with Tales from Platypus Creek.Don’t forget! Kids are free every day of the Victorian School Holidays. So much to see and do at Healesville Sanctuary these summer School Holidays!

Ages: All ages Cost: Kids FREEAddress: Badger Creek Rd, Healesville VIC 3777Phone: 1300 966 784Hours: 9:00 am – 5:00 pmWebsite: zoo.org.au

TREES ADVENTURE

All Holidays

Trees Adventure is Australia’s Number 1 Tree Ropes and Ziplining Experience. Discover exciting and challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy, that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest – allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before! Sessions run for 2 hours (including training). After this, you will be able to choose where to start, either on low easy courses or test your nerves on something higher! With a variety of colour coded courses from 2m easy low courses up to 25m adrenaline pumping ones, anyone from 4 – 75+ years will able to hang around with us!

Ages: All ages Cost: From $25Address: Old Monbulk Rd, Belgrave VIC 3160Phone: 03 9752 5354Hours: 11:00 am – 5:00 pmWebsite: treesadventure.com.au

MOVIES AT THE MEMO AND ARTS CENTRE WARBURTON

All Holidays

Looking to beat the heat with you and your friends this Christmas School Holidays? Head over to the Memo Healesville or the Arts Centre Warburton and discover the latest flicks from the box office.

Ages: All ages Cost: From $11Healesville: 235 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville VIC 3777 Warburton: 3409 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC 3799Phone: 03 5966 4500Hours: 11:00 am – 4:00 pmWebsite: ach.yarraranges.vic.gov.au

SHAPES IN SPACE

December – January

Explore modalities of creativity and engage with objects and people in responsive and creative ways at Shapes in Space. The props are tactile and multi-sensory allowing people of all ages, abilities and levels of mobility to engage in this fun activity.

Ages: All ages Cost: FreeAddress: Burrinja Cultural Centre, 351 Glenfern Rd, Upwey VIC 3158Phone: 03 9754 8723Hours: 10:00 am – 4:00 pmWebsite: burrinja.org.au