Spring School Holiday Inspo in Byron Bay and Surrounds

20 September, 2026

~ Springtime Adventures, Coastal Fun & Family Days Out!

Spring has sprung in Byron Bay and with it comes longer days, warmer weather and that unmistakable holiday buzz!

The Spring School Holidays are the perfect excuse to get outside, explore somewhere new, try a new activity or simply enjoy more time together as a family. From beach adventures and bush school to farm experiences, creative workshops, wildlife encounters and plenty of rainy-day backup options, there’s no shortage of things to do with kids in Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers.

Whether you’re a local family looking for some fresh holiday inspiration or visiting our beautiful corner of the world, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite school holiday activities, workshops, events and family-friendly experiences happening this Spring.

The NSW Spring School Holidays run from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026, while the Queensland school holidays run from Saturday 19 September to Monday 5 October, and a number of our fantastic local providers are catering for families across both holiday periods.

Spring is also a wonderful time to explore the outdoors. The weather is warming up, gardens and nature are bursting into life, and there’s plenty happening along our beaches, in our villages and throughout the Byron Bay hinterland.

So whether you’re planning your days in advance or looking for some last-minute inspo, we’ve got your school holidays sorted!

Keep an eye on our Byron4Kids What’s On Guide, which is updated regularly with new events and activities, and read on for our top picks for a fun-filled, memory-making Spring break.

PLEASE NOTE: MANY SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS HAVE LIMITED PLACES AND BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL — WE RECOMMEND BOOKING EARLY.

HOLIDAYING WITH LITTLE ONES?

Take the hassle out of travelling with babies and toddlers and enjoy your Byron holiday with less gear to bring

Byron Baby Holiday Hire
Best for: Babies, toddlers & young families | Time: Flexible hire | Weather: Indoor & outdoor essentials | Family style: Delivered holiday convenience
Travelling with little ones? Byron Baby Holiday Hire can take the stress out of bringing bulky baby gear, with cots, prams, highchairs, car seats, toys and a huge range of beach and holiday essentials delivered directly to your accommodation. They service Byron Bay, Ballina, Brunswick Heads, Bangalow, Lennox Head, Pottsville and surrounding areas.
Byron Baby Hire

NEED TO BURN OFF SOME ENERGY?

Get moving with adventures, exciting challenges and plenty of ways to burn off holiday energy.

Circus Arts • Spaghetti Circus • Byron Bay Skateboard School • Let’s Go Surfing • Climbing Jungle • Brunswick Bush School • Rollerworld • Airheads Inflatable Park

Circus Arts Byron Bay
Best for: Kids & teens 5–16 | Time: Half or full day | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Drop-off style program
Circus Arts’ Spring program runs 21 September–12 October and is designed for kids and teens of all experience levels with activities including acrobatics, aerials, trampolines, tight wire, hula hoops, and, for those feeling brave, the famous flying trapeze.
👉 Circus Arts Byron Bay school holiday program

Byron Bay Skateboard School
Best for: Ages 5–12 | Time: Holiday day camp | Weather: Indoor option available | Family style: Drop-off program
Byron Bay Skateboard School offers holiday day camps at its purpose-built Byron Bay coaching facility, with sessions designed to help young skaters develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment
👉 Byron Bay Skateboard School

Spaghetti Circus
Best for: Ages 4–14 | Time: Half-day or full-day workshops | Weather: Indoor | Parent style: Drop-off holiday program
Enjoy one, two or three days of circus fun! Kids choose their own circus path across skills like tightrope, trapeze, tissu, German wheel, big tramp, acro balance, juggling, hula hoops, circus games and more. Half-day sessions (ages 4–6) or full-day adventures (ages 6–14) from 6-8 October. Early drop-off available but book quickly, spots fill fast!
👉 Spaghetti Circus

Let’s Go Surfing
Best for: Ages 7–13 | Time: 2-hour lesson | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Kids’ group lesson
The school holiday kids’ lesson is specifically designed for 7–13-year-olds to help young surfers build confidence and have fun in the ocean with expert instructors, small groups and equipment supplied.
👉 Let’s Go Surfing

Climbing Jungle
Best for: Ages 6–15 | Time: Half-day or full-day | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Drop-off holiday program
An active, confidence-building full or half day option for kids who love a challenge combining games and climbing, with bouldering, auto-belay and top-rope climbing for all experience levels.
👉 Climbing Jungle

Brunswick Bush School
Best for: Ages 3–12 | Time: Full day | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Drop-off holiday program
Immerse children in nature through bush adventures, outdoor games, nature crafts, creek exploration and practical bush skills. The main program caters for children aged 6–12, with 3-5’s catered for separately with the Wild Wallabies program.
👉 Brunswick Bush School holiday program

Rollerworld Lismore
Best for: Ages 4+ & families | Time: 2-hour skating session | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Skate together or watch
Skating sessions combine music, games and plenty of time on wheels, with roller skating and rollerblading fun for kids, tweens and families. There’s also an onsite café serving hot and cold snacks and drinks, making it an easy option for a fun half-day outing.
👉 Rollerworld Lismore

Airheads Inflatable Park
Best for: Primary-aged kids & energetic tweens | Time: Event session | Weather: Outdoor event | Family style: Family outing
One weekend only! Australia’s largest inflatable obstacle course is coming to Hepburn Park Goonellabah Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th September 2026
👉 Airheads Inflatable Park

LOOKING FOR A BIGGER DAY OUT?

New places, new skills and plenty to discover.

• Northern Rivers Rail Trail • Crystal Castle• Farm Kids Byron Bay • Brunswick Bush School

Northern Rivers Rail Trail
Best for: Families, kids & mixed ages | Time: 1–4+ hours | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Family outing
Looking for a family adventure where you can set your own pace? The Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a fantastic way to explore the region by bike, on foot or on wheels with multiple entry points and options to make the outing as short or long as you like.
👉 Northern Rivers Rail Trail

Crystal Castle
Best for: Families & mixed ages | Time: Half day to full day | Weather: Mostly outdoor | Family style: Family day out
Looking for a family day out that’s a little bit magical? Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens is a beautiful place to slow down and explore together. Wander through the gardens, discover enormous crystals, explore the labyrinth and enjoy the peaceful hinterland setting. It’s the kind of outing that works for the whole family— with a new self-guided treasure hunt for little ones who love exploring to older kids who are fascinated by crystals and nature.
👉 Crystal Castle

Farm Kids
Best for: Ages 5+ | Time: 3-hour workshop or full day | Weather: Mostly outdoor | Family style: Drop-off holiday program / family option
Farm Kids Spring School Holiday program offers hands-on experiences for children aged 5+, with 3-hour workshops and full-day Mini Farmers sessions exploring animals, plants, flowers, bees, gardening, cooking, nature and life on a real working farm. The Farm Byron Bay is also open to all families and is free to visit with onsite restaurant & fresh gelato adjacent to the children’s playground.
👉 Farm Kids Byron Bay

NEED A RAINY DAY RESCUE PLAN?

Keep boredom at bay with plenty of indoor ideas for those wet-weather holiday days

• Palace Cinemas Byron Bay & Ballina Fair • Ballina Tenpin Bowl • Circus Arts • Climbing Jungle • Rollerworld • Haven Gallery

Palace Cinemas Byron Bay & Ballina Fair
Best for: Families, older kids & teens | Time: Movie-length | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Family outing
Palace Cinemas showcases the latest family-friendly films and provides the perfect excuse to enjoy some popcorn and downtime during the holidays. Catch popular G and PG-rated films perfect for younger kids, along with teen-friendly M-rated releases Book online and choose your preferred location — Byron Bay or Ballina.
👉 Palace Cinemas

Ballina Tenpin Bowling
Best for: Kids, teens & families | Time: Around 1–2 hours | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Family activity
A school holiday favourite, this is also your straightforward rainy-day family option — easy to fit around other holiday plans and suitable when different ages need something everyone can enjoy. Challenge family and friends to a game of bowling, enjoy a round of mini golf or spend some time in the games area. Younger children are catered for with lightweight bowling balls, ramps and bumper lanes, making it fun for all ages.
👉 Call 02 6686 5342 to reserve your lane!

Haven Gallery Byron Bay
Best for: All ages, including older kids & teens | Time: Around 1 hour | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Family outing
Step into an extraordinary world of light, colour and imagination at Haven Gallery Byron Bay. The immersive gallery welcomes all ages, with children 3 and under free, and most visitors spend around an hour exploring. The immersive experience invites you to wander through interactive installations designed to delight the senses and spark curiosity.
👉 Haven Gallery Byron Bay

WANT TO DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

Discover new places, meet some amazing animals and try something a little outside the ordinary.

• Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue Holiday Tours • Farm Kids • Haven Gallery • Crystal Castle • Coastal Clean Up Event

Australian Seabird & Turtle Rescue Tours
Best for: Curious kids & animal-loving families | Time: 1-hour tour | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Family experience
The ASTR tours are particularly good for families looking for something educational, inspiring and engaging without committing to a whole day. Families can learn about the work involved in rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing injured seabirds and sea turtles while discovering more about the threats facing our marine wildlife.
👉 Australian Seabird and Turtle Rescue Tours

Target The Trash for Turtles
Best for: Families with primary-aged kids, tweens & teens | Time: Community event | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Family participation
With marine turtle nesting season kicking off in November, this is a great way to get the kids involved in caring for the coastline by helping to clean up the Brunswick Heads foreshore ready for the turtles that will soon be coming ashore to nest. There’s even prizes to be won!
👉 Register here

DON’T MISS THESE ONE-OFF SPRING EVENTS

Mark the dates and make room for these special Spring holiday events happening across the Northern Rivers

• Target The Trash for Turtles • Teddy Bear Picnic • Airheads Inflatable Park

Teddy Bears Picnic – Bangalow Heritage House
Best for: Toddlers, preschoolers & younger primary kids | Time: Short outing | Weather: Outdoor/community event | Parent style: Family outing
A Teddy Bear’s Picnic has been planned for 26 September 2026 -from 9am to 12pm. There will be a Teddy bear parade plus lots of fun and games including sack races, hula hoop game and egg and spoon races A highlight will be the extremely popular Teddy Bear interviews and photo ops. We invite any child to be interviewed about their special Teddy Bear or toy.
👉 Teddy Bears Picnic

FREE & LOW COST SPRING HOLIDAY IDEAS

Whether you’ve got little ones, primary-school kids, tweens or teens, find Spring holiday ideas to suit their age and interests.

• Bryon Markets • Teddy Bear Picnic • Beaches • Playgrounds • Skateparks • Walking Trails • Library Holiday Activities

Byron Markets
Best for: All ages & families | Time: 1–3 hours | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Relaxed family outing
Byron Bay Monthly Community Market and Byron Beachside Market, both of which have plenty for kids alongside food, music, shopping and browsing. The Community Market runs 8am–3pm on the first Sunday of the month, while the Beachside Market is a quarterly late-September event with children’s activities and attractions.
👉 Explore Byron Bay Markets

Local Libraries
Best for: Preschoolers, primary kids & families | Time: 30 mins–2 hours | Weather: Indoor | Family style: Free/low-cost school holiday activities & workshops
Local libraries in Byron Bay, Ballina, Lennox Head, Brunswick Heads and Mullumbimby, run a mix of school holiday activities, creative workshops, challenges and special events. With programs running across multiple library branches, there’s something for children of all ages to enjoy.
Places are limited and bookings essential for many activities
👉Richmond Tweed Libraries

Teddy Bears Picnic – Bangalow Heritage House
Best for: Toddlers, preschoolers & younger primary kids | Time: Short outing | Weather: Outdoor/community event | Parent style: Family outing/ $2 entry
A Teddy Bear’s Picnic has been planned for 26 September 2026 -from 9am to 12pm. There will be a Teddy bear parade plus lots of fun and games including sack races, hula hoop game and egg and spoon races A highlight will be the extremely popular Teddy Bear interviews and photo ops. We invite any child to be interviewed about their special Teddy Bear or toy.
👉 Teddy Bears Picnic

Local Beaches
Best for: All ages & families | Time: 1 hour to a full day | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Free & flexible family fun
From a quick swim or paddle to a beach picnic, playtime, exploring and making a whole day of it
👉Local Beaches

Local Skateparks
Best for: Kids, tweens & teens | Time: 1–3 hours | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Free active fun
Enjoy a scoot or skate at our local skateparks including Brunswick Heads, Mullumbimby, Byron Bay, Suffolk Park, Lennox Head and right on the river at Ballina. There’s even pump tracks at Suffolk and Ballina too! Suitable for all-ages and welcoming scooters, bikes and trike, there are often areas for young beginners through to more experienced riders.
👉Local Skateparks

Walking Trails
Best for: Families & mixed ages | Time: 30 mins to a few hours | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Free family adventure
Walks range from short, informative 15–30 minute strolls to longer coastal and hinterland walks, some suitable for younger children, prams or different levels of stamina. Plus the Northern Rivers Rail Trail is a fantastic way to explore the region on foot or wheels with multiple entry points and options to make the outing as short or long as you like.
👉Walking Trails

Playgrounds
Best for: Toddlers, primary kids & families | Time: 30 mins–2 hours | Weather: Outdoor | Family style: Free, easygoing family fun
There’s everything from small toddler-friendly parks through to larger playgrounds with climbing equipment, slides, flying foxes and plenty of space to run around.
👉Playgrounds

SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAQs

When are the Spring School Holidays in 2026?

The NSW Spring School Holidays run from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026. Queensland school holidays run from Saturday 19 September to Monday 5 October 2026, so some Byron Bay and Northern Rivers providers are running programs across both holiday periods.

What are the best things to do with kids in Byron Bay in Spring?

Spring is perfect for outdoor adventures, with surfing, skating, cycling, walking trails, beaches, wildlife experiences and farm visits all great options. There are also plenty of creative workshops, holiday programs and indoor attractions if you need a change of pace.

What are the best free school holiday activities in Byron Bay?

Some of our favourite free or low-cost options include beaches, playgrounds, skateparks, walking trails, whale spotting, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, local library activities and visiting the markets.

What can we do in Byron Bay if it rains?

Try Circus Arts, Haven Gallery, Ballina Tenpin Bowl, Rollerworld, Palace Cinemas, creative workshops at your local library. We’ve included a dedicated rainy-day section above with more ideas.

Which school holiday activities need to be booked?

Many holiday camps, workshops and popular activities have limited places and require advance bookings. We recommend booking early for Circus Arts, Farm Kids, Brunswick Bush School, Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, OnStage and creative workshops.

Are there school holiday activities for toddlers and preschoolers?

Absolutely! Younger children can enjoy the Circus Arts indoor playground, Haven Gallery, Crystal Castle, libraries, beaches, playgrounds and age-appropriate nature activities. Always check the recommended age for organised holiday programs before booking.

What are the best school holiday activities for teenagers?

Older kids can try surfing, skateboarding, climbing, Circus Arts teen programs, wildlife experiences, performing arts workshops, creative workshops and longer outdoor adventures.

Where can I find what’s happening during the school holidays?

The Byron4Kids What’s On Guide is your best place to find the latest dates, times, locations, prices and booking information for kids’ activities and family events across Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers. New activities are added regularly, so it’s worth checking back throughout the holidays.

Don’t Forget the Simple Things…

Some of the very best school holiday memories are made outdoors—and they don’t have to cost a cent.

Spend the day at one of our beautiful beaches, explore a coastal or hinterland walking trail, pack a picnic and head out for an adventure, or let the kids scoot, skate and play at one of the region’s many fantastic skateparks and playgrounds.

Spring is also the perfect time to simply slow down and enjoy being outside together. Let the kids climb a tree, look for lizards, collect interesting leaves, paddle in a creek, build a cubby or spend an afternoon at the beach.

You’ll find plenty more ideas throughout Byron4Kids.

👉 Explore our Things To Do section

Make the Most of Your Spring School Holidays!

Whether you’re looking for an exciting holiday camp, a creative workshop, an outdoor adventure, a wildlife experience, a rainy-day activity or a completely free family outing, there’s something here for every age, interest and budget.

You don’t need to fill every minute of the holidays. Pick a couple of things that really excite the kids, leave some space for spontaneous adventures and make the most of this beautiful time of year in Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers.

👉 Bookmark this page and keep an eye on our handy What’s On Guide—we’ll continue adding new activities, workshops and events throughout the school holidays.

Have a look at what you fancy doing with the kids and make a morning, afternoon or a whole day of it!

We hope you enjoy a fun-filled, memory-making Spring School Holidays with your family—and perhaps discover a few new favourite places along the way.

Happy holiday planning,

Michelle xx