Top 8 Water Play Activities in the Illawarra
It’s the Summer school holidays and the kids energy levels are through the roof!
That’s why we’ve put together a list of the most exciting water play fun happening right here in the beautiful Illawarra!
Don’t forget that events can be subject to weather conditions, age restrictions, conditions or incur an entry fee. Be sure to check with individual event holders prior to attendance (relevant links below).
Happy Splashing!
Screamer Water Slide
Where: Wollongong Youth Centre, 85 Burelli Street, Wollongong
When: Friday, 12 January 2018
Time: 11am – 2pm
Ages: 12 – 18 years
Get the adrenaline pumping as you scream down the 9m high & 20m long water slide. Bring your towel! 12-18 year olds only.
Join Screamer Water Slide at Wollongong Youth Centre on Facebook.
Super Slide Day
Where: Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra
When: Saturday, 13 January 2018
Time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: Free
The kids will have a ball on the four awesome waterslides plus sporting demonstration and come and try sessions.
For more information visit shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
Illawarra Inflatable Fun
Albion Park Pool
Where: Russell St, Albion Park
When: 3 January & 24 January 2018
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Cost: Pool entry fees apply
For more information visit shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
Berkeley Swimming Pool
Where: 5 Winnima Way, Berkeley
When: 2 & 16 January 2018
Time: 9am – 11am
For more information visit wollongongong.nsw.gov.au
Corrimal Pool (heated)
Where: Short St, Corrimal
When: 11 & 25 January 2018
Time: 10am – 12noon
Cost: $4.70 per child
For more information visit wollongongong.nsw.gov.au
Dapto Pool (heated)
Where: 28 Bangaroo Ave, Dapto
When: 4 & 18 January 2018
Time: 10am – 12noon
Cost: $4.70 per child
For more information visit wollongongong.nsw.gov.au
Oak Flats Pool
Where: Kingston Street, Oak Flats
When: 10 & 12 January 2018
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Cost: Pool entry fees apply
For more information visit shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
(Giant inflatable is available at Oak Flats Pool Open Day – 12 January 2018)
Warilla Pool
Where: Benaud Crescent, Warilla
When: 17 January & 19 January 2018
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Cost: Pool entry fees apply
For more information visit shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
Western Suburbs Pool
Where: Princes Hwy & Chapman St, Unanderra
When: 9 & 23 January 2018
Time: 9am – 11am
For more information visit wollongongong.nsw.gov.au
Kiama Leisure Centre
Where: 1 Havilah Place, Kiama
Contact: (02) 4232 1877
Inflatable Pool Toy
When: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during school holidays
(Not available between Christmas & New Year or Public Holidays)
Time: 12pm – 3.00pm
Ages: 5+
Cost: Fees apply
Four hours of sport and swimming with the pool toy
When: Wednesday 3 & 17 and Monday 8 January 2018
Time: 11am-3pm
Ages: 5 – 12 years
Cost: $20 | 1st child/$18 | 2nd & 3rd child
Four hours of gym and swimming with the pool toy.
When: Friday 5 &12 and Monday 15 & 22 January 2018
Time: 11am-3pm
Ages: 5-12 years
Cost: $20 | 1st child/$18 | 2nd & 3rd child
All children must be over five years of age and be able to swim. Minimum 12 participants required.
Full payment required on booking.
Call (02) 4232 1877
For more information visit kiama.nsw.gov.au
Pool Open Day
Oak Flats Pool
Where: Kingston St, Oak Flats
When: 12 January 2018
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Cost: Free entry to the pool
Giant pool inflatable, library by the pool, music, free sausage sizzle plus giveaways.
For more information visit shellharbour.nsw.gov.au
The Big Wedgie
Where: Lang Park, Marine Dr, Wollongong
When: 16 December ’17 – 11 February ’18
This one has something for everyone, no matter your age or size.
The Big Wedgie
Minimum Height: 1.2m
Minimum Age: 7 years
Maximum Weight: 110kg
The Big Chucka
Minimum Height: 1.4m
Minimum Age: 10 years
Maximum Weight: 110kg
The Just Right Wedgie
Minimum Height: 0.8m
Minimum Age: 3 years
Maximum Weight: 60kg
The Little Wedgie
Minimum Height: 0.8m
Maximum Height: 1.2m
Minimum Age: 3 years
Maximum Weight: 40kg
Please note if weather conditions are unfavourable, The Big Wedgie may be closed! Please check The Big Wedgie Facebook page for updates!
Visit thebigwedgie.com.au for price details and online bookings.
Waliscags Water Worx
Where: Dapto Showground, Princes Hwy, Dapto
Enter via southern end of Mulda Street (free parking)
When: 20 December ’17 to 25 February ’18.
Only 700m from Dapto Train Station you will find Waliscags Water Worx.
With 5 themed pools with integrated slides, plus an 11m high slide for the daredevils rightfully named the Epic Racer.
The slides cater for all ages and includes special toddler only zones. Spectators are free.
When you book your tickets you have up to 4 hours of slipping, sliding and splashing fun.
Prices
Babies 0 – 3 years: FREE
Children & Adults: $23.80 – $24.50
Group Pass (4 participants): $84.15 – $95.00
Party Pass (minimum 12 participants): $19.95 per person
Children aged 1-5 years must be supervised in the water by a parent or guardian.
Tickets can be bought online or at the kiosk. Gift vouchers available. Book online and save at www.waterworx.fun
Jamberoo Action Park
Where: 1215 Jamberoo Road, Jamberoo
Open: 10am – 5pm daily (during the school holidays)
It’s where YOU control the action! Open EVERY Day this summer holiday season from 26th December 2017 until 31st January 2018.
Jamberoo Action Park is set amongst 40 hectares of amazing aqua play fun, landscaped gardens and parklands and is the perfect place to kick back and relax or join the kids on a vast range of water rides, slides and attractions.
Buy a Season Pass and get unlimited access to water thrills and spills this season.
Visit www.jamberoo.net for all the details.
https://www.facebook.com/JamberooAction/videos/10154937502791907/
Nowra
Nowra Aquatic Park
Where: Scenic Drive, Nowra
Summer Hours:
Mon – Thurs 6am – 7pm
Friday: 6am – 6pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am – 5pm
Public Holiday: 11am – 3pm
With 9 lanes of heated outdoor pool plus splash pad and waterslides, the kids and ‘big kids‘ are guaranteed to have an absolute ball. Don’t forget to visit the Splash Cafe to refuel your energy!
Waterslides are OPEN DAILY 11am – 4pm until the end of January.
Entry Fees
Adult: $5.60
Child: $4.20
Family Swim – 2 Adults & 3 Children: $19.60
Children 2 years & under free with paying adult
Water Slide Fees
5 ride pass (waterslide only, excludes pool enry): $3.80
10 ride pass (waterslide only, excludes pool entry): $6.70
Unlimited water slide (includes pool entry): $13.50
Waterslide operation is subject to weather conditions.
***NYE 2017 POOL PARTY & OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT ***
WHEN:
Sunday 31st December 2017, 5.30pm – 9.30pm
Event Schedule:
5.30pm: Gates open, party starts
5.30pm-6.30pm: Waterslides/Pool/Splashpad open
6.30pm-7.30pm: Pool Dance Party of grassed area
7.30pm: Outdoor Movie
Cost:
Adults $10
Children $5
Family $30 (2 adult/3children)
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT SHOALHAVEN TICKETS:
https://shoalhaventickets.com.au/event/nye-17-pool-party-outdoor-movie-event-6146
T&C’s
– Ticket entry only
– Children 10yrs and under must be accompanied by an adult
– No food or beverages (including alcohol) to be brought into the centre during the party
Visit shoalhavenswimandfitness.com.au
https://www.facebook.com/nowraaquaticpark/videos/716107961921642/
Waterworld Central Nowra
Where: Stockland Nowra, 32-60 East St, Nowra
When: 13 January – 28 January 2018
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm daily
Waterworld Central is Australia’s first portable water theme park and it will be sliding into the Nowra Stockland Shopping Centre these school holidays.
Prices
25.00
10.00
Beaton Park Pool