Planning school holiday activities near Chiswick? We have 20 listings to start from: six events, six classes and eight clubs. They are in Chiswick and the suburbs around it, including Abbotsford, Drummoyne, Gladesville, Huntleys Cove, Henley and Burwood. The events and clubs below come from the organisers' own listings.
The Summer school holidays run from 18 Dec 2026 to 27 Jan 2027 (starting in 6 weeks). These are New South Wales public-school dates. Catholic and independent schools can differ, so check your own school's calendar.
On and near the water
Chiswick Baths is listed in Chiswick itself. Along the river there is Abbotsford Rowing Club in Abbotsford and Abbotsford 12ft Sailing Club in Henley. Little Fins is listed at Tennyson Point. For kids who prefer wheels, Gladesville Skatepark is at Huntleys Cove. We don't have opening times, prices or age limits for these, so check with the organiser or the council before you go.
Classes grouped by age
Some classes are split by age, which makes them easier to match to your child. Kids 3-4, Kids 5-7 and Kids 8-11 are all listed at Gladesville. Tiny Tots is at Huntleys Cove, and Kid Karate Classes are at Rodd Point. Ask each organiser what is taught and whether the class runs during the school break.
Events, dance and sport
Burwood has Reading Rocks!, Burwood Brick Builders and Toddler Time, plus Get Job Ready!. Storytime is listed at Hunters Hill, and there is a French class for kids and their parents at Rozelle. For dance, Pointe Petite Dance Academy is in Abbotsford. In Drummoyne you will find Martial Arts Spirit, Drummoyne Districts Junior Rugby Union Club and Le Petite Kids Tea and Spa.
Planning your days
- Choose one main activity a day and keep the afternoon loose.
- Look up the trip before you book. Several of these are in neighbouring suburbs.
- Ask each organiser if you need to book ahead and what to bring.
- Mix a water or park outing with an indoor class so you have a plan for a wet day.
The data is still growing and we are adding holiday programs near Chiswick as we find them. For the latest details, times and prices, use the organisers' own pages.
