Granville families don't have to look far for things to do over the break. Most options are a short trip away in Merrylands, Auburn or Parramatta, and they cover sport, play, music, art and library sessions. Check each organiser's page for times and booking before you go.
The Summer school holidays run from 18 Dec 2026 to 27 Jan 2027 (starting in 7 weeks). These are NSW public-school dates. Catholic and independent schools can differ, so check your own school's calendar.
What is on near Granville
The events below are the ones we hold for the Granville area right now. They include basketball clinics in Merrylands, ABii Robot Tutoring at Wentworth Point Library, a School Readiness Program in Auburn and playgroup-style sessions for little ones. We can't promise any will run during the break, so confirm with the organiser.
We're still adding holiday programs near Granville. The council pages and venues listed below are a good place to find more.
Ideas by age
- Babies and toddlers: a messy sensory play session for babies and the Super Smart Play Bus Playgroup are listed. Ask the organiser about ages and how to book.
- Kids about to start school: the School Readiness Program at Auburn is aimed at that stage. Check the details with the organiser.
- Ages 4 to 11: ABii Robot Tutoring is listed for this age range.
- Ages 6 to 9 and 10 to 13: there are two separate basketball clinics in Merrylands, one for each age group, so pick the one that fits your child.
Arts, music and venues
Several clubs and venues are listed in the area. 9 Degrees is in Granville itself. In Parramatta you will find Riverside Theatres, which has a kids and family page for the school holidays, plus Madakto Art Centre, Crossroads Music School and Swastik Institute of Dance. Bardali Function Centre in Merrylands is listed too. We don't have their holiday programs yet, so contact them to ask what is on and which ages it suits.
Cumberland City Council and City of Parramatta Council both publish what's on pages that include their libraries. They are worth checking for free or low-cost sessions, though each event sets its own details.
Planning the day
- Check the time, age range and booking with the organiser before you leave.
- Look at the suburb on each listing, then plan the trip by train or car.
- Pack water, snacks and a hat.
- Pair a morning session with a park or a library visit so the day has some breathing room.
For the latest details, go to the organiser's own page. Times and places can change, and they will have the most up-to-date information.
