Stanhope Gardens parents are well placed for the break, with an aquatic centre, plenty of dance classes, library sessions and a carols festival all listed close by. The Summer school holidays run from 18 Dec 2026 to 27 Jan 2027 (starting in 6 weeks). Those are New South Wales public-school dates, and Catholic and independent schools can differ, so check your own school.
Water, sport and leisure
Stanhope Aquatic Centre is listed in Kellyville, and Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope is listed in Quakers Hill. Cumberland Nepean Softball is also in Kellyville. Roolu does not hold opening hours, entry costs or holiday timetables for these, so check with each venue before you go.
Dance and music
Kellyville is the dance hub. Little Legends, Mini Magic, Dance&Fun Jnr and Dance&Fun Snr are all listed there, along with Creative Dance Academy Blacktown and Bollywood School Of Music. In Rouse Hill there are Jazz Hip Hop and Ballet, both for ages 3 to 6, and BBP Martial Arts Academy. Ask each organiser about ages and whether classes run during the break.
Events for little ones and festive fun
Vinegar Hill Memorial Library in Rouse Hill has Baby Bounce, Preschool Storytime and Toddler Time. There is also a children's Swap your style party in The Ponds, a Family Fun Day in Quakers Hill, and the Kings Langley Festival and Carols. Dennis Johnson Library in Quakers Hill is another easy stop. Check each organiser for details.
A plan that keeps everyone happy
- Anchor the week with one class or a regular swim.
- Add one festive outing for something to look forward to.
- Group trips by suburb, since the listings spread across Kellyville, Rouse Hill, Quakers Hill, The Ponds and Kings Langley.
- Leave a couple of open days so nobody runs out of steam.
The events and clubs below are kept up to date on Roolu. For the latest times, prices and ages, always check the organiser's own page.
