School Holiday Activities - City of Greater Dandenong
Looking for something to keep the kids entertained these holidays?
Council has your school holidays sorted with a variety of events, workshops and activities across all of Council's facilities.
Come along and enjoy these family friendly events. All welcome.
Spring Spectacular School Holiday Activities
Looking for some excitement during the school holidays? Join us for our fantastic September school holiday program for 12–25-year-olds! Enjoy a variety of activities including Bounce, the Amazing Race, Dumpling-making, Badminton, Acrylic painting, a Gardening workshop, a Skate and Bike clinic, and a Mt Cannibal Walk with a BBQ.
Dates: 23 Sep – 4 Oct
Cost: FREE or low cost
Bookings: Holiday Activities | Youth (greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au)
Dandy's Got Talent is a talent show hosted at The Castle, designed to celebrate, and showcase the diverse talents of young people aged 12-25 in Greater Dandenong.
Date: Wednesday 25 September
Venue: The Castle, 61 Princes Hwy, Dandenong
Cost: $5 (Redeemable for snacks) / Performers attend free
Bookings: Dandy's Got Talent | Youth (greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au) Expressions of Interest for performers close August 30.
Are you 16-25 years old? Come and learn how to use a commercial coffee machine to make a range of coffees including espressos, cappuccinos, and café lattes, and gain a Statement of Participation from Jesuit Social Services.
Date: Tuesday 24 September
Time: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Venue: 54 McCrae Street, Dandenong
Cost: $10
Intro Swim is an opportunity for young people aged 16-25 to learn basic water safety and swimming skills with accredited swimming instructors. This 6-week program is free and provides a fantastic opportunity for young people to gain confidence in the water.
Term 4: Thursdays starting 17 October
Time: First session runs from 4.30pm -6.30pm; subsequent sessions are 30 minutes
Venue: Dandenong Oasis, Heatherton Rd &, Cleeland St, Dandenong VIC 3175
Cost: FREE
Registrations: IntroSwim 2024 - Term 4 | Youth (greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au)
The Holiday Activities Committee (HAC) is a dynamic four-week leadership program for 12–16-year-olds where young people collaborate to design engaging school holiday activities, develop leadership skills, build confidence, form new friendships, and step into Peer Leader roles.
Term 3: Tuesdays starting 27 August
Time: 4.30pm-6.30pm
Venue: 39 Clow Street, Dandenong
Cost: FREE
Registrations: Holiday Activities Committee | Youth (greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au)
FReeZA is a Victorian Government initiative inviting young Victorians (12-25) to plan and run drug, smoke, and alcohol-free music and cultural events. As a member of the City of Greater Dandenong FReeZA committee, you'll gain hands-on music industry experience, learn event management, and support local artists while delivering safe, enjoyable events for the community.
Term 3&4: Thursdays during term time
Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Venue: 39 Clow Street, Dandenong
Cost: FREE
Registrations: FReeZA Youth Committee | Youth (greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au)
For more information, visit https://www.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/school-holiday-activities
