22nd SWELL Sculpture Festival 6 – 15 September 2024, Currumbin Queensland's largest outdoor sculpture exhibition Main exhibition held along Currumbin, Gold Coast, Queensland Experience pop up exhibitions across the Gold Coast, as well as SWELL Smalls Gallery at it's beachside venue and cultural programming at SWELL Fringe in Wallace Nicoll Park, Currumbin. Come face to face with awe-inspiring sculptures by local, national and international artists at the Stay a little longer and discover a range of unique experiences; guided twilight walks through the artworks, live music, comedy, masterclasses, artist talks next to the sculptures and artist led workshops. More information: https://www.swellsculpture.com.au/

For a limited time, see the stories of Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, and Moana come to life in a fairytale adventure at Westfield Coomera. Available exclusively in Westfield centres and open to all customers, this fully immersive Disney Princess experience features majestic décor, dim lighting and state-of-the-art video to instantly transport fans to a fairytale wonderland. Leave the real world behind and follow a storybook of sparkles, learning important lessons along the way. Head to the Food Court and you'll arrive at the charming Disney Princess pod, a miniature castle that transforms into an enchanting library. When the session is about to begin, our friendly staff will assist you and ensure you experience the adventure to the fullest. You won’t want to miss this once in a lifetime magical journey. Dates: 12 - 20 September Time: 10am - 3pm daily, Thursday 10am - 3pm, 4pm - 7pm Location: Westfield Coomera, Centre Court, near the Food Court

Welcome to Parad-ICE, Ice skating variety show at Paradise Resort These school holidays, prepare to be mesmerised by a spectacular performance of fierce skating, breathtaking acrobatics, hypnotic spins and clown antics at Paradise Resort Gold Coast! Open to members of the public to attend, show are on: Saturday 14 September, 5pm and 7pm Friday 20 September, 5pm and 7pm Saturday 28 September, 5pm and 7pm Saturday 5 October, 5pm and 7pm Ticket prices $20 - Sideview Seating Ticket - First come first serve seating. $99 - VIP (B) - Seating Table for 4 Guests & 2 Popcorn Cups plus Bottle of Wine - Jade Estate Semillon (Lovedale Hunter Valley) or 2 cans of soft drink - First come first serve seating. $115 - VIP (A) Front Seating Table for 4 Guests & 2 Popcorn Cups plus Bottle of Wine - Jade Estate Semillon (Lovedale Hunter Valley) or 2 cans of soft drink. Bookings available here: https://paradiseresort.com.au/play/for-kids/planet-chill-ice-skating-rink?category=Ice+Skating

Colour Craze at HomeCo. Coomera City Centre! The kids will love our FREE Tie Dye Workshops on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September, 10am to 2pm daily. We’ll have a T-shirt ready for the kids to create a colourful tie dye design Who’s coming? Located near Coles. No bookings required. T-shirts suitable for 4 to 16years

Vapiano's much-loved Pizza Kids Masterclasses are back these school holidays! Vapiano Coomera will be running pizza-making classes for kids daily from Saturday 14 - Sunday 22 September. Vapiano Soul Boardwalk will be running pizza making classes for kids on Saturday 14, Sunday 15, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September. For just $20 our pizza masters will teach your kids how to knead dough, garnish their creations and send the pizzas to the oven. During the class, our chefs take the kids through the fresh vegetables and savoury herbs that go into making a delicious pizza. We toss in a bit of pizza acrobatics to make the event entertaining and exciting for kids and adults alike! PLUS each little masterchef will receive their very own Vapiano Pizza Kids apron to take home! Places are limited, book now to reserve your child a spot today! Classes will commence at 10:00am and run until 11:00am. Please arrive 15mins before the class commences. Kids must be between the ages of 5 and 12. As an extra bonus, the parents/carers of the participating kids receive 20% off their total lunch bill when they dine straight after the class! Coomera bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vapiano-coomera-pizza-kids-tickets-995845439517 Soul Boardwalk bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/vapiano-surfers-paradise-pizza-kids-tickets-998053624257

Join the Summer Land Bush Festival for an unforgettable country experience while supporting regional and rural businesses, families, producers and makers from across Queensland! This year's Summer Land Bush Festival is all about "Celebrating the UN International Year of Camelids," and we've got an array of exciting activities and attractions waiting for you: - Working Dog Demonstrations: Witness the incredible skills of working dogs in action.- Alpacas and Llamas: Meet and greet these charming animals.- Heritage Displays: Step back in time with fascinating heritage displays.- Blacksmith Demonstrations: See traditional blacksmithing in action.- Damper and Billy Tea: Enjoy classic outback refreshments.- Cooking Demos: Learn from top chefs with live cooking demonstrations.- Army Camels: Discover the history and role of camels in the army.- Miniature Goats: Delight in the antics of these adorable creatures.- Face Painting: Fun for the kids with creative face painting.- Kids' Activities: Plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained.- Camel Rides: Experience the thrill of a camel ride.- Farm Tours: Explore the farm with guided tours. But that's not all! Our country market features over 100 stalls, making it the perfect place to get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Browse an incredible selection of food, gifts, baking, relishes, clothes, and more, all while supporting bush businesses. You're guaranteed to find something special! As you wander through the market, enjoy live music, fantastic food, and breathtaking views from our beautiful property. Sample local wine, beer, vodka, and gin, and savour the flavours of Queensland. With plenty of on-site parking available, it's easy to spend the day with us at the Summer Land Bush Festival. More info here: https://www.facebook.com/share/CTyeJqv2ZRqf6Pje/

In conjunction with NASA, the Southern Astronomical Society are hosting the 2024 International Observe the Moon Night at the Oxenford Pony Club, Charlies Crossing Road, Upper Coomera on Saturday September 14th from 6pm. Explore the cosmos with us through visual and photographic observation. Experience telescope viewing, engaging photography workshops and delve into the art of astrophotography. Experience the awe inspiring details of the moon like never before on our 100 inch screen. Gold coin donations appreciated. Sausage sizzle and drinks available. More info: SAS.ORG.AU Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/YXKbKpPgf1AzLSij/

BUZZ into Fun these school holidays for our FREE Urban Bee Workshops Discover the fascinating world of bees and get creative by making your own honey pots, bee hotels, or lip balms. No bookings required. DATE Monday 16 – Friday 20 September WORKSHOPS Monday: Honey Pots Tuesday: Lip Balm Making Wednesday: Bee Hotels Thursday: Honey Pots Friday: Lip Balm Making TIME 10:30am – 1:30pm daily LOCATION Australia Fair, Ground floor, outside Coles

With the school holidays upon us, Westfield and Disney invite you to Spark Magic with your favourite Disney Princesses and join in the wonders of their world. Head to Westfield Helensvale's Disney Princess School Holiday Zone for magical fairytale moments that are sure to delight the mini princesses and princes in our midst. Check out what's happening near you! There’s a range of enchanting activities to enjoy at the Disney Princess School Holiday Zone at Westfield Helensvale, including: Day Time Activity Monday 10am - 2pm Cinderella Friendship Bracelets Tuesday 10am - 2pm Rapunzel Sparkling Crown Wednesday 10am - 2pm Sebastian Table Toppers Thursday 10am - 2pm Cinderella Friendship Bracelets Friday 10am - 2pm Rapunzel Sparkling Crown Saturday 10am - 2pm Sebastian Table Toppers Sunday 10am - 2pm Cinderella Friendship Bracelets The Disney Princess School Holiday Zone will be open from Mon 16 Sep to Sun 22 Sep and you can find it near the Coffee Club.

Fun is in full bloom at Petal Park, Robina Town Centre these School Holidays! Petal Park Blossom in a land of creativity and garden fun these School Holidays! Join us for an array of back-yard games and always-on craft activities. WHEN: 16 - 27 September TIME: Open 10am - 2pm Daily WHERE: Ground Floor, Outside Myer COST: Free Balloon Modelling Workshops Little ones can learn to create a flower out of a balloon 🎈 WHEN:16th - 22nd Sep SESSIONS: Every Half Hour - 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:30pm WHERE: Ground Floor, Outside Myer (Inside Robina Arena) COST: Free, No bookings required: First in best dressed Design Your Own Sunglasses Let your littlies creativity grow as they design their very own pair of sunglasses to wear this Summer 😎 WHEN:23rd - 27th Sep SESSIONS: Always On! WHERE: Ground Floor, Outside Myer (Inside Robina Arena) COST: Free

Mermaid Beach Tavern SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Entertain the kiddies these school holidays with some fun & interactive activities! Tuesday 17 Sept - Slime Workshop Wednesday 25 Sept - Cupcake Decorating Each activity is $5 per child and there's only limited spots available! Book the kiddies in now.

These September School Holidays, don't miss the Dance Fest at ArtVo Gold Coast, located at Robina Town Centre. Perfect for kids aged 5-15 years, tickets to the 40 minute Dance Fest sessions are just $20 and includes entry to ArtVo's 3D Immersive Gallery and Glow Wrist Bands! Choose from session times: 11am, 12noon or 1pm - Tuesday 17th, Wednesday 18th Sept (QLD School Holidays) - Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th Sept (QLD School Holidays) - Tuesday 1st, Wednesday 2nd Oct (NSW School Holidays) Learn a mix of Hip Hop & Jazz with experienced, popular Performer Matt Geronimi! Dance Fest spaces are limited, and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult (grab a $20 discounted ticket! USE CODE: DANCE). There is free ArtVo entry for kids under 5 years. Book here: https://www.artvogoldcoast.com.au/

School Holiday Fun at The Junction! Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these holidays? We’ve got you covered!Bring the whole family for some amazing FREE movies on our HUGE screen, enjoy complimentary popcorn  during the movies and don’t forget to grab a coffee from The Junction Cafe open from 7am daily!  Movie Schedule 
 Tue 17th Sept –The Emoji Movie @ 10.30am (PG)
 Wed 18th Sept –The Snail and the Whale @9.30am (G)
 Wed 18th Sept –Bedtime Stories @ 10.30am (PG)
 Tue 24th Sept –Inside Out 2 @ 10.30am (PG)
 Wed 25th Sept –The Highway Rat @ 9.30am (G)
 Wed 25th Sept –Encanto @ 10.30am (PG)

Under The Sea Craft Workshop Tuesday 17th September to Saturday 21st September 2024 Times: 10am to 1pm Location: Runaway Bay Shopping Centre Food Court FREE EVENT: Bookings not required – based on availability. Dive into creativity at our “Under The Sea – Craft Workshop”! Let your imagination run wild as you decorate your very own treasure chest using the decorating utensils provided. Don’t forget to snap a selfie at our special “Under The Sea” photo op to capture the memories of your creative adventure, or dress up in the costumes provided.

Join the FREE School Holiday Fun @ The Pines Elanora for an action-packed adventure featuring everyone’s favourite martial arts-loving panda – Po! Week 1: ‘Meet and Greet’ Tuesday 17 September – Saturday 21 September Get ready to immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Kung Fu Panda 4 during week one of school holidays when the Dragon Warrior turned Spiritual Leader himself visits for a Meet and Greet outside Aldi. 10am – 1pm Outside Aldi Protecting the Valley of Peace is a tiring job and to stay sharp Po must take breaks every 20 minutes – please be mindful of this when attending the Meet and Greet. Week 2: ‘Activity Centre’ Monday 23 September – Friday 27 September Embrace the relaxation in the second week of holidays by coming along to the Activity Centre where you can create your own dragon puppet to take home. 10am – 1pm Outside Surf Dive n Ski Limited to 100 participants per day. Whether you’re a fan of the movies or simply looking for a fun-filled day out with the family, Kung Fu Panda 4 at The Pines Elanora promises to be an unforgettable experience for kids and adults alike. So, mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and prepare to unleash your inner warrior with Po this school holiday season!

Logan Hyperdome, Tuesday 17 September, 10am -3pm For just $5, kids can create their own rolls using the tools and fresh ingredients, including seaweed, sushi rice, cucumber, chicken and more! Parents are welcome to assist the kids and share the fun experience. Just make sure you come with an empty stomach as you will enjoy the sushi you've made! Sessions available: 🥢Session 1: 10:00am -10:45am 🥢Session 2: 11:00am - 11:45am 🥢Session 3: 12:00pm - 12:45pm 🥢Session 4: 1:00pm - 1:45pm 🥢Session 5: 2:00pm - 2:45pm Places are limited, bookings are essential! Located in the Food Court. T&Cs: Only available for kids aged 4 – 12 years old. Please note this is a kids-only workshop. Please arrive 10 minutes before the session starts. Participants arriving 5 minutes after commencement will be considered a no-show. Sushi Hub reserves the right to decline or to accommodate latecomers at the next session at their discretion. Bookings here: https://hyperdomeshopping.qicre.com/Promotions/2024/09/Sushi-Hub-Workshops-September

The much loved Cane Mulch Minions Festival is back this September!! This year's event runs Wednesday the 18th to Tuesday the 24th of September. Last year, the Minion Trail route was extended to take in the suburb of Norwell, meaning more Minions to see, so hopefully this continues in 2024! The route itself is still to be released - usually it starts around exit 38 Yatala and heads through Stapylton, Jacobs Well and Norwell. Check in to the Exit 38 Tourism Facebook page for more information closer to the festival.

Join us for Mini Monsters Workshops these school holidays! Bring the kids along for a fun-filled session as they create their very own Air Dry Clay Monsters to take home! When: Wednesday 18 SeptemberSession Times: 10.00am, 10.45am, 11.30am, 12.15pmCost: $5 per childWhere: Outside Woolworths PLUS receive a $5 Foodie Voucher to spend on the day!  Bookings essential! https://www.trybooking.com/CURNR

Kids Disco & Sausage Sizzle - 19th Sept, 4-6pm Cost $10 per child These school holidays we are hosting one of our popular discos! 2 hours of dancing to the Nutbush, Macarena, Cotton Eye Joe and more! 2 hours of disco dancing for kids aged 6 years and over, suitable for both boys and girls. We will be doing fun dances such as the nutbush, macarena, bus stop, gangnam style, and more. In amongst our dancing we will run some fun games and have prizes to give away for the best dressed and most impressive dancer! The disco will be held indoors in an airconditioned space with an incredible atmosphere (moving lights, fog machine, and loud music). Dances will be lead by our super fun group instructor, Lyndsay, and her team of teen helpers. The Junction GC, Burleigh Heads

The talented duo from Clicking Bricks, Andrew & Damian are coming to SkyPoint They'll be here for 2 weekends, building a unique LEGO® cityscape and you can join in When: 19th- 22nd & 26th-29th September Times: 12:30, 2:00pm and 3:00pm Where: SkyPoint Cost: $15 per person Bookings here: https://www.skypoint.com.au/mega-cities/