School Holidays

September - October School Holiday Program

Discover a vibrant mix of creative, active and hands-on activities for kids of all ages across our City. Enjoy free and low-cost events at our libraries and community centres, including craft sessions, workshops and interactive activities.

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Scavenger Hunt at Charles Sturt Libraries

Discover new spaces, solve clues, and complete the challenge for your chance to win a book pack! Pick up an entry form from staff or look for the letterbox in each library to get started.

Saturday 26 September - Sunday 11 October 2026
No bookings required.

Nature Festvial 2026

This school holidays also coincides with Nature Festival 2026, running from 25 September to 11 October. Celebrate the festival's theme, Plant Beautiful Seeds, through a range of activities and events that inspire connection with nature and community.

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Game on!

Need a break from the holiday routine? Drop into the library and jump on a Nintendo Switch! Play, compete or team up with friends - it's all about having fun in a relaxed, welcoming space.

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Self-directed Activities at our Libraries

Some of our Charles Sturt Libraries branches a have free self-directed activities designed to spark creativity, imagination and curiosity. No bookings required. Just drop in and start exploring during opening times.

Civic (Woodville) Library: Explore our science corner and investigate the natural world with magnification tools.

Hindmarsh Library: Step into a world of imagination with dress-ups and costume fun.

Findon Library: Get creative with LEGO and see what you can build. Suitable for ages 4+ (parent/carer supervision required).

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Selected Works by Georgie Russell

18th September 2026 - 30th November 2026
- Arts
- Community
- LGA Events
- Free
- Art in the Community
A collection of detailed watercolour, printmaking and mixed-media artworks shaped by close observation and a deep love of nature. Georgia (Georgie) Russell is a dedicated and talented visual artist and the founder of Rosie George Designs. Working
NDIS Drop-In Session

27th October 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Accessible Event
- Community
- Information Session
- LGA Events
- Free
Baptcare are the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) partner for Western Adelaide. Their services are free for people with disability who would like support to connect with community and mainstream services or who need assistance to access
Charity Quiz Night for Puddle Jumpers

27th October 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Accessible Event
- Community
- Fundraiser
THE PUDDLE JUMPERS CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT You can expect plenty of laughs, a little healthy competition and a genuinely bloody good night. There’ll be prizes, auctions, games and some brilliant goodies donated by local businesses. Most
Over 50s at Seaton Community Centre

27th October 2026 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Community
- Adult
- Social Group
Looking for friendship, fun and good company?
10 Minute Tech Help @ Woodville (Civic) Library

27th October 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Community
- Digital
- Library
- Free
Do you need some help with your digital device or have a tech question you quickly want answered?
Cheltenham Ageing Well Walk and Talk Group

27th October 2026 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Community
- Free
Join us for a friendly in-person walk and chat to stay active and connected in Cheltenham
Toddlertime Term 4 @ Civic Library (1-3 years)

27th October 2026 11:00 am - 11:30 am
- Children
- Community
- Library
- Free
- Pre-school Aged (0-5 years)
- Craft and Hobbies
Talk, play, read and sing with your toddler in the library.
Babytime Term 4 @ Civic Library (0-1 year)

27th October 2026 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Children
- Community
- Library
- Free
- Pre-school Aged (0-5 years)
- Craft and Hobbies
Talk, play, read and sing with your baby in the library.
Read and Create Term 4 @ Ngutungka West Lakes (3-5 years)

27th October 2026 10:00 am - 10:45 am
- Children
- Community
- Library
- Free
- Pre-school Aged (0-5 years)
- Craft and Hobbies
Talk, play, read and sing with your preschooler in the library.
Mates to Mates - Men's Connection Program

28th October 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Community
- Lunch
- Free
- Adult
- Social Group
A weekly program for men to connect and try something new.