If you’re after something to keep the family amused and active this September, we have compiled a list of events that could do the trick across the region.
Whether it’s arts and crafts with chocolate tools, rainforest ziplines or quiet storytimes, there’s something on this list to keep the kids happy.
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Creative Toy Making
Bring the kids to a workshop where they can design and build their own original toy, with sculpting, model-making, painting and more.
Where: Glyph Gallery and Creative Space, 38A Bank Street, Port Fairy
When: September 23
Cost: $25 for gallery members, $30 for non-members
Dean Kite Festival
The Dean Kite Festival offers families the free chance to make their own kite and learn how to fly it, with the added bonus of a sausage sizzle.
Where: Dean Recreation Reserve
When: September 6
Cost: Free
Robin Hood at Kryal Castle
Running for the spring school holidays, Robin Hood and his merry men will be leading themed activities, crafts and performances at Kryal Castle.
Where: Kryal Castle, 121 Forbes Rd, Leigh Creek
When: September 19 - October 4
Cost: $44 for adults, $33.50 for children
Wriggle and Rhyme Storytime
Hosted at different Ballarat libraries throughout the week, Wriggle and Rhyme Storytimes offer a chance to enjoy reading and storytelling with kids alongside songs and dance.
Where: Ballarat Library, Sebastopol Library and Wendouree Library
When: Monday to Friday throughout september
Cost: Free
Otway Treetop Walk and Fly Zipline Tour
Take the family on a treetop walk and zipline through West Vic’s own rainforest in the Otways.
Where: Otway Fly Treetop Adventures, 360 Phillips Track Beech Forest, Weeaproinah
When: Throughout September
Cost: $135
Emma Memma's Jungle Picnic Tour
Popular children’s musician Emma Memma will be coming to Ballarat to form a selection of songs from her new Jungle Picnic album. The show will feature dancing sing-a-longs and guests are encouraged to bring along their own picnic baskets.
Where: Civic Hall
When: September 20
Cost: $42.50
New Waubra Playground
A new destination playground has opened in the Pyrenees after a group of local parents campaigned for it.
Where: 2087 Sunraysia Hwy, Waubra
Cost: Free
Father’s Day Giant Chocolate Lollipop Making
Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie are hosting a session for the family to get crafty this Father’s Day and create a chocolate lollipop with an array of sweet topping.
Where: Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie, 1200 Great Ocean Rd, Bellbrae
When: Sunday, September 6
Cost: $10
AURA Light and Sound Show
Sovereign Hill is putting on an immersive projection show that tells the story of the gold rush in a range of the museum’s theatre, covering the Wadawurrung connection to cold and the Eureka Rebellion.
Where: Sovereign Hill, Bradshaw Street, Golden Point
When: Various dates throughout September
Cost: $24 for children, $45 for adults
Show and Tell with Carly
For kids under 5, this weekly event shares songs, stories and show-and-tells about local history and coming together as a community.
Where: Eureka Centre, 102 Stawell St S, Ballarat Central
When: September 3, 10 and 17
Cost: Free
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Velveteen Rabbit
A live stage show following the story of a toy rabbit who becomes real. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own soft toy to the performance.
Where: Portland Arts Centre
When: August 25, 6:30pm
Price $15-20