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Home for the Holidays program

This Easter holidays, make sure to seek out the GV’s endless activities. Photo by LPETTET

Families in Greater Shepparton can look forward to a packed schedule of fun and engaging activities these school holidays.

From sports and creative workshops to outdoor adventures and interactive games, there is something for children of all ages.

Sport and outdoor fun

Auskick School Holiday Program

  • When: Monday, 14 April, 9am to 3pm
  • Where: Shepparton
  • Details: A fantastic day of footy fun, with every participant receiving a free football and pump.
  • Registration: Auskick (4-7yrs) | Superkick (8-12yrs)

River Tales and Trails

  • When: Tuesday, 15 April, 10am to noon
  • Where: Local scenic shared paths
  • Details: Walk, ride or roll along a 1.5km section with pop-up activities along the way.
  • Registration: events.humanitix.com/river-tales-and-trails

Geocaching – The World’s Largest Treasure Hunt

  • Details: Explore the river pathways, find hidden geocaches, and share your discoveries.
  • Learn more: geocaching.com/play

All Aboard Skateboarding Sessions

  • When: Friday, 18 April, 1pm to 2:30pm
  • Where: Murchison Skate Park
  • Details: Free skateboarding lessons with all equipment provided.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Sumo Wrestling Fun

  • When: Friday, 11 April, 10am to 1pm
  • Where: Murchison Meteorite Park
  • Details: Step into a sumo suit and enjoy a fun-filled wrestling showdown.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Playground Bus Tour

  • When: Monday, 14 April, 9:30am to noon
  • Where: Meet in front of Shepparton Library
  • Details: A free bus tour exploring some of Greater Shepparton’s best playgrounds.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park
  • Bookings are essential.

Creative and interactive activities

Temporary Tattoos and free Fairy Floss

  • When: Thursday, 17 April, 10am to 1pm
  • Where: Maude St Mall
  • Details: Enjoy free fairy floss and get a stylish airbrush tattoo.
  • Fairy Floss and Airbrush Tattoos
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Creative Planks Workshop

  • When: Tuesday, 15 April, 10:00am – 1:00pm
  • Where: Maude St Mall
  • Details: A hands-on building experience using eco-friendly wooden planks.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Nature Fidget Craft

  • When: Sunday, 13 April, 10am to 11:30am
  • Where: Australian Botanic Gardens, Shepparton
  • Details: Create a nature-inspired fidget toy from leaves, twigs, and pebbles.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Community events and festivals

Stand Up Paddle Boarding at Converge

  • When: Saturday, 12 April, noon to 3pm
  • Where: Shepparton Canoe Club, Victoria Park Lake
  • Details: 45-minute sessions available throughout the day.
  • Cost: $10 per person, per session
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Silent Disco at Converge

  • When: Saturday, 12 April, noon to 6pm
  • Where: Victoria Park Lake
  • Details: Dance the day away with wireless headphones in an outdoor party setting.
  • Learn more: What’s On - Activities in the Park

Shepparton is offering an exciting and diverse range of school holiday activities that encourage creativity, movement and fun.

With so many options available, families can make the most of the break with engaging experiences tailored to kids of all ages.