What's On This School Holidays
Your local’s guide to events, offers, businesses, and more for this school holidays around the Illawarra.
What's happening?
Discover school holiday events throughout Wollongong and beyond.
Bush Magic School Holiday Program
Screen free and surrounded by nature, friends and fun!
- 560 Avondale Road Avondale New South Wales 2530
December 16, 2025 - January 29, 2026
Hangdog Adventure Camp - January School Holidays
Make new friends and above all, have FUN!
- Thirroul Surf Life Saving Club The Esplanade Thirroul NSW 2515
January 5, 2026 - January 7, 2026
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