school holidays

school holiday fun

Make Uptown your go-to destination these April school holidays. From Easter markets to outdoor cinemas and exciting kid-approved attractions, Uptown is packed with things to do to keep your whole family entertained.

Dive in and discover why Uptown is the perfect starting point for autumn fun. Adventure, relaxation and inspiration are just a click away. Start exploring today!

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teens at outdoor movie

outdoor pop-up cinema

Saturday 11 April: Back to the Future
Sunday 12 April: A Minecraft Movie
Saturday 18 April: Frozen 2
Sunday 19 April: Teen Titans Go
4pm, Central Walk car park, Joondalup

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Experience the magic of movies as the car park transforms into an open air cinema, with two screenings each night! From 4pm, relive beloved family favourites.  Roll in and watch from the comfort of your own car, or stroll in and claim a prime spot on the elevated viewing platform. With all your favourite kiosk treats available to purchase, it’s the perfect movie night out. Tickets are $10 per car or $5 per person for walk ins.

fairy at night markets

easter night markets

Saturday 4 April 
4:30-8:30pm
Central Walk car park, Joondalup

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Celebrate the Easter spirit at the Joondalup Night Market, with food trucks, market stalls, live music and family-friendly fun. Don’t miss the Easter Bunny’s 5:30pm visit for the perfect photo moment. With free entry, plenty of parking and a great community vibe, it’s the ideal way to celebrate Easter in Joondalup.

gabby’s dollhouse comes to life

Saturday 11 – Sunday 19 April
Lakeside, Joondalup

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Step into Gabby’s magical world these April School Holidays at Lakeside Joondalup! Kids can explore the iconic Dollhouse, enjoy free play in the LEGO zone, get creative at the Cat Ear decorating station, and capture a moment at the Kitty Wagn photo zone. A must‑do for mini Gabby fans!

duncraig adventure hub roller disco weekends

Friday 17 April, 6pm -8pm
Saturday 18 April, 6pm – 10pm
Percy Doyle Reserve, 40 Warwick Rd Duncraig

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Autumn is here and winter is on the way—but there’s still plenty of reason to get out and have fun at the Duncraig Adventure Hub. Roller disco sessions are starting earlier from this weekend, with Saturday nights kicking off at 6pm and featuring an all-new lighting experience.

Fridays
Looking for a more relaxed vibe? From Friday 17 April, new Lights Only sessions run from 6-8pm, offering a quieter skating experience without music.

Saturdays
Enjoy two vibrant sessions:

  • 6-7pm: A family-friendly hour with interactive lighting and pop hits perfect for younger skaters.
  • 7-10pm: A high-energy session with disco ball lights, retro classics and pop anthems from across the decades.

Roll on in and make the most of the season!

shark in AQWA tunnel

aqwa school holiday programs

April school holidays
AQWA, 91 Southside Drive Hillarys 

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Dive into AQWA’s hands‑on marine programs this School Holidays. Budding ocean lovers can become a Junior Marine Scientist, while teens can dive deeper with Eco Teen: Shark or embark on an Eco Teen: Ocean Discovery experience. Perfect for curious kids and teens ready to explore the wonders beneath the waves

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wa tree festival

Saturday 11 April – Sunday 10 May
Various programs 

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The City of Joondalup is celebrating the fourth year of the WA Tree Festival with a month long program of community events. Throughout the April School Holidays kids can dive into fun, nature themed experiences that spark curiosity, encourage outdoor exploration and highlight the importance of trees and urban biodiversity.

Hillarys board walk

inflatable obstacle course – hillarys boardwalk

11am-2pm Daily
Amphitheatre, Hillarys Boardwalk, Hillarys

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Bring the kids to Hillarys Boardwalk these school holidays for free inflatable obstacle course fun. Jump, climb, crawl and race through a high energy course designed to keep kids active and smiling. While they play, relax by the waterfront with a coffee and ocean views.

the breakwater – breakwater bowl

School Holidays Family Bowling Pack
The Breakwater, Hillarys Boat Harbour

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Enjoy family-friendly bowling and relaxed marina vibes. Book the Family Package and save. 2 adults & 2 children for $60.
Easter Sunday: Enjoy Easter fun by the harbour with a visit from the Easter Bunny and free face painting from 12–2pm on Sunday 5 April, plus time for a game of bowling and a bite on the Decks. 

varsity joondalup

varsity

Tuesdays 3-9pm
Varsity Whitfords and Varsity Joondalup

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Varsity Whitfords and Varsity Joondalup brings the school holiday fun with big flavours, a buzzing vibe and plenty of arcade action. Plus, buy any main meal and score a free kids meal cheeseburger, chicken burger or nuggies with fries. Every Tuesday from 3–9pm, it’s the ultimate holiday treat!

powerplay

April school holiday PowerPass
Monday – Friday
136 Winton Road, Joondalup

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Get ready for the ultimate thrill of electric go-karting on a unique two-level indoor track – perfect for families, friends and adrenaline seekers. These school holidays, take advantage of the PowerPass special and make it a day to remember!

outdoor cinema

ecu – telethon community outdoor cinema

6:30pm daily, until Saturday 26 April 2026
ECU Joondalup Pines

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Bring family and friends for an evening of outdoor cinema at Joondalup’s own ECU Pines. Enjoy a selection of family-friendly films in a relaxed, open-air setting. Settle in beneath the trees, breathe in the fresh night air and watch your favourite stories light up the big screen.

2 boys and 2 quokkas a Rottnest

rottnest fast ferries

Daily from Hillarys
56 Southside Dr, Hillarys

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Enjoy three daily departures Monday – Thursday and five services Friday – Sunday from Hillarys Boat Harbour, planning a family day out is easier than ever, you can enjoy island fun and a Hillarys adventure all in one day! Plus, WA kids aged 4–12 years travel free when they join the Little Captains Club.

 

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quest – splash and stay

Valid during school holidays
Quest, Boas Avenue Joondalup

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Make a splash this April school holidays with Quest Joondalup’s Splash & Stay package available until 19 April. Featuring a 2-night stay in a spacious, self-contained Two Bedroom Apartment (sleeps up to 4 guests), and a family pass to Outback Splash. Enjoy a relaxed family getaway just moments from all the Uptown action, with everything you need for a fun, comfortable break.

family with kangaroo at Joondalup Resort

joondalup resort

Valid during school holidays
Country Club Boulevard,
Connolly

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From just $329 for two adults and two children, enjoy a complimentary room upgrade, a movie night snack pack, a delicious buffet breakfast, a fun driving range experience, a cozy in-room teepee setup for the kids, early check-in and late check-out. On Easter Sunday enjoy a family Easter lunch at The Alcove, with complimentary kids entertainment including face painting and balloon twisting from 1–4pm. Bookings essential.

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