hot list of family HOLIDAY IDEAS Plus a very special Kids Cruise Free Deal

Published 21st September 2026

Spring school holidays are the perfect excuse to get outside and explore Mandurah with the family. From spotting wild dolphins and discovering the famous Giant or Mandurah to playgrounds, BMX tracks and plenty of creative fun, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the kids entertained. We’ve rounded up our favourite family-friendly activities to help you make the most of the holidays and create unforgettable memories in Mandurah.

1. Giant adventures

Make it a Giant adventure these spring school holidays with kids cruising FREE* on Mandurah Cruises’ Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise. Discover Seba’s Song, the Giant who watches over Mandurah’s waterways and can only be seen in full from the water, while spotting Mandurah’s famous wild dolphins with dolphin sightings guaranteed. Led by a marine biologist, the cruise is filled with fascinating stories about dolphins, birdlife, wetlands and the Peel-Harvey Estuary.

Then continue the hunt on land and find the other four Giants of Mandurah. Pick up a free Giants of Mandurah Traveller’s Companion Guide and map from the Mandurah Visitor Centre to help your family discover all five larger-than-life sculptures.

*SPECIAL OFFER – Kids cruise FREE on our Giant & Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise ~ Book direct these school holidays with the ‘Adventure Bundle’ fare type to receive offer.

2. Mandurah Arts Festival

Mandurah is buzzing with colour, creativity, and culture! Until 11th October, the Mandurah Arts Festival brings together some of WA’s most talented artists, with a jam-packed program of live performances, inspiring exhibitions, interactive workshops, and unique experiences. Whether you’re a lover of music, art, or hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

3. playground adventures

Mandurah is home to plenty of fantastic playgrounds and outdoor spaces to keep the kids entertained these school holidays. At the Western Foreshore, Koolaanga Waabiny Playground sits right on the waterfront, with swings, slides, monkey bars and a 12-metre-high climbing tower, plus a nearby skatepark with zones for all skill levels.

For more playground adventures, check out Quarry Park in Meadow Springs or Harbour Playground in Secret Harbour, both packed with modern equipment and plenty of space to explore.

Looking for something extra? Head just 20 minutes from Mandurah to Adventurescape in South Yunderup, where kids can race along a 35m flying fox, climb a giant windmill tower, explore a fence maze and discover farm-themed play areas and animal sculptures.

4. DOLPHIN Watching

Set sail on our 1-hour Dolphin Cruise & Views Tour and make these spring school holidays one to remember! Kids can step into the captain’s shoes, ring the ship’s bell, explore the engine room and get hands-on with lifelike marine controls in our Junior Captain Zone. Keep watch for Mandurah’s wild dolphins along the way, with dolphin sightings guaranteed or your next cruise is free. On the 11:30am cruise, you can also enjoy a selection of Cicerello’s lunch options while taking in the views. With dolphins, waterways and plenty of hands-on fun, it’s a family adventure everyone can enjoy.

5. Reach New Heights

Looking for an all-weather adventure these school holidays? Mandurah Indoor Rock Climbing is a fun challenge for kids, teens and adults, with climbing walls for all experience levels. As well as rock climbing, families can try ninja training, aerial classes and school holiday adventure programs, making it the perfect place for active kids to climb, play and build confidence.

6. Mandurah Museum

Take a trip back in time at Mandurah Museum and discover a world when dinosaurs roamed the land and giant predators ruled the oceans. The Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators exhibition features interactive displays, real museum specimens, fascinating fossils and hands-on models of prehistoric creatures, including crocodile skulls, a whale vertebra and a hawksbill turtle. For a hands-on school holiday activity, kids can also join the Make Your Own Sea Monster with the Wooden Shark Workshop. Inspired by the exhibition, children can sand, assemble and decorate their very own wooden shark before taking their creation home.

7. bmx biking

For kids chasing adventure on two wheels, Mandurah is home to some of the latest and greatest BMX pump tracks. Race around the Mandurah BMX Track, test your skills at the McLennan Park (Madora Bay) Pump Track, or ride the jumps and turns at Falcon Skate Park and Pump Track and Lavender Gardens Reserve (Halls Head) Pump Track. Best of all, they’re FREE and open every day, making them the perfect way to burn energy and have fun outdoors.

8. family movies

Need a break from the outdoors? Head to Reading Cinemas Mandurah for a family movie day these school holidays. Settle in with popcorn and enjoy the latest family-friendly releases on the big screen, the perfect option for a rainy day or when little legs need a rest after a busy day of exploring Mandurah.

9. Silent Disco

Get ready to dance, laugh and move together at the Family Fun Silent Disco in Mandjar Square on Saturday 26 September, 10:30am–11:30am! Pop on your wireless headphones and join a playful, guided experience from Coastal Disco, featuring upbeat tunes, familiar favourites and kid-friendly hits. With interactive movement, easy group dances and plenty of opportunities for kids, parents and carers to join in, it’s a fun school holiday activity for the whole family.

10. E-Bike or Scooter ride

Get the whole family moving this spring with a Mandurah bike adventure! Enjoy the city’s smooth cycle paths or explore the scenic coastline, you might even spot one of the Giants of Mandurah along the way. Hire a great value E-Bike or E-Scooter for the whole family from The Bike Kiosk. Conveniently located next to the Mandurah Visitor Centre, directly opposite Mandurah Cruises, it’s the perfect way to explore, be active, and have fun together!

13. Meet the animals

Get up close with some of Australia’s most loved animals at Ranger Red’s Zoo these school holidays. From kangaroos and koalas to reptiles, birds and farm animals, the zoo is home to a wide variety of native and exotic wildlife. Don’t miss the Wildlife Encounters, where kids can meet, feed and learn about incredible animals in a fun, hands-on experience the whole family will love.

12. AMAZE MINIATURE PARK

Get lost in the fun at Mandurah Amaze Miniature Park! Explore the incredible display of miniature scale buildings and railways, wander through the huge hedge maze, and challenge the family to a round of 12-hole mini golf. With a playground, picnic area, and beautifully landscaped gardens, it’s the perfect spot for a full day of family fun.

13. Walk & Draw

Slow down and get creative at Walk & Draw Mandurah on Sunday 4 October, 12:30–2pm. Led by professional artist and illustrator Angharad Neal-Williams, this relaxed guided workshop takes you along Coodanup Foreshore to sketch the landscape, waterways and interesting details around you. Enjoy practical drawing tips and creative prompts along the approximately 1km return walk, with plenty of stops to draw along the way. No previous drawing experience is needed, just bring your curiosity and enjoy seeing Mandurah from a different perspective.

14. Fab Lab

Let the kids get hands-on and discover something new at the FabLab at Falcon Library and Community Centre. This creative makerspace is a great place to learn new skills, with opportunities to try 3D printing, sewing, electronics and programming, or share skills and ideas with others. It’s a fun way for curious minds to create, experiment and learn these school holidays.

15. sweet treats

Looking for something delicious these school holidays? Treat the family at San Churro Mandurah, where you can indulge in chocolatey goodness and enjoy a special ‘Buy 1 Churros, Get 1 FREE’ offer when you show your Mandurah Cruises’ ticket. If ice cream is more your style, head to Simmo’s Ice Creamery, home to over 39 flavours of creamy goodness served daily, plus plenty of other scrumptious sweet treats to satisfy every craving.