What’s on for Spring School Holidays at Wollongong City Libraries

Make the most of the school holidays at Wollongong City Libraries with a line-up of fun, creative, and hands-on activities. From trivia and craft to movies, live shows, and outdoor fun, there’s something to spark curiosity in kids, teens, and families alike.

How to book

Events are marked as either bookings required or no bookings required. For those requiring bookings, visit the Wollongong City Libraries website and follow the links on the events page, or call your local library to reserve your place.

All events are free. Events for all ages:

Wicked & Wizard of Oz Family Trivia (all ages)

Are you ready for Wicked: For Good? Test your knowledge of the first movie, the musical, and of course the original book that launched the story. Free, bookings required.

• Friday 10 October 5.30-7pm at Warrawong Library.

Miniature clay figurines (ages 12-17)

Sculpt your own weird, wild, and wonderful clay creature. This workshop is all about creativity, laughs, and making something cool to take home. Free, bookings required.

• Wednesday 1 October, 3.30-4.30pm at Corrimal Library
• Thursday 2 October, 5.30-7pm at Wollongong Library
• Thursday 9 October, 3.30-4.30pm at Warrawong Library
• Friday 10 October, 10-11am at Thirroul Library

Birdfeeder from recycled materials (ages 8+)

Get crafty and help local wildlife. In this hands-on workshop, create your own birdfeeder using recycled materials. Free, bookings required.

• Tuesday 30 September, 10.30-11.30am at Wollongong Library
• Wednesday 1 October, 10.30-11.30am at Warrawong Library
• Thursday 2 October, 10-11.30am at Thirroul Library
• Thursday 2 October, 10.30-11.30am at Unanderra Library
• Thursday 9 October 10.30-11.30am at Dapto Library

Chickens make great pets (ages 8+)

Learn the basics of backyard chicken care in this practical workshop. We’ll cover housing, feeding, and general wellbeing with live chickens and a variety of eggs on display. Free, bookings required.

• Monday 29 September, 10-11am at Thirroul Library
• Thursday 2 October, 10-11am at Corrimal Library
• Thursday 9 October, 10.30-11.30am at Warrawong Library

Drop-in craft (ages 5+)

Feeling creative? Pop into the library for a hands-on craft activity. Free, no bookings required - just drop in.

• Tuesday 30 September, 2-3pm at Corrimal Library
• Wednesday 8 October, 10.30-11.30am at Helensburgh Library
• Wednesday 8 October, 10.30-11.30am at Warrawong Library
• Thursday 9 October, 10.30-11.30am at Wollongong Library

Pirate Pete's Recycling Adventure (ages 5+)

Join Pirate Pete and Paddy the Parrot in this interactive show, where kids will discover the magic of recycling through story, song, and action-packed fun. Free, bookings required.

• Tuesday 30 September, 10-11am at Thirroul Library
• Tuesday 30 September, 2-3pm at Dapto Library

Spring movie (ages 5+)

Join us for a movie based on a bestselling graphic novel series. Packed with action, laughs, and a crew of animals trying to turn over a new leaf. Free, bookings required.

• Wednesday 1 October, 2.30-4.15pm at Helensburgh Library
• Thursday 2 October, 2-3.45am at Warrawong Library
• Wednesday 8 October, 2-3.45pm at Wollongong Library
• Friday 10 October, 2-3.45pm at Corrimal Library

Spring Storytime (ages 3+)

Welcome spring with stories, songs, dancing, and a fun craft activity. Perfect for young children and their families. Free, no bookings required - just drop in.

• Tuesday 30 September, 10.30-11.15am at Warrawong Library
• Friday 3 October, 10.30-11.15am at Helensburgh Library
• Wednesday 8 October, 10-10.45am at Corrimal Library
• Thursday 9 October, 10.30-11.15am at Unanderra Library
• Friday 10 October, 10.30-11.15am at Dapto Library