Events and programs for young people

Headspace South Melbourne

Headspace South Melbourne are trialing a new drop-in program for young people aged 18 to 25, offering boardgames, arts and craft, toasties and hot chocs! Email Ivy.Zhu@accesshc.org.au for more info.

St Kilda PCYC

The St Kilda Police and Citizens' Youth Club (PCYC) offers fun and adventurous school holiday programs, as well as weekly, free youth boxing classes and drop-in programs, open to young people aged 10 to 17 years. 

Linden New Art - Teen photography program

St Kilda's very own Linden New Art gallery hosts regular teen photography workshops open to grades 7 to 12. This photography workshop allows participants to enhance their skills, explore film and digital photography, and be inspired by professional artists.

artsbus - Art Workshops

Get involved in a group art exhibition and drop-in to any of the various workshops hosted by artsbus at Sol Green Community Centre every second Thursday starting Thursday 31 July 2025.

The Boatshed

The Boatshed on Albert Park Lake offers school holiday and year-round accredited Australian Sailing programs for kids, teens and adults. One of their programs includes an introductory sailing program, known as Tackers, which is designed to teach sailing in a fun and engaging way for kids who are aged 7 to 12.

Camp Australia

Holidays are a time to get serious about having fun. Camp Australia creates adventures and experiences that entertain children - whether it’s for one day, every day, or anything in between. With incursions, excursions and in-program theme days, there’s something for every child.

MSAC holiday program

Treat your kids to sports galore in the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) holiday program, designed for active kids aged five to 12. The program offers a variety of different sports and activities to challenge all levels of a child’s ability in a safe and secure environment.

OSHClub

OSHClub offers a huge variety of engaging activities from art, craft and cooking to sports, dance and drama. The programs are designed to include activities children choose to do, helping to build their independence and encourage their individual personalities to shine.

Powerhouse St Kilda Hockey Club

An inclusive and friendly hockey community that encourages all ages and abilities to enjoy team sport during school holidays and all year round.

SouthPort Community Centre's Get Out of Town program

Low-income families can enjoy fun free day activities during school holidays with Get Out Of Town (GOOT). The program brings together low income, isolated families and helps them to experience exciting, enjoyable holiday outings without the financial strain usually involved. Some meals are included.

Team Kids school holiday program

Offering a huge range of exciting incursions, excursions and in-house themes. Daily programs are specifically developed for each venue, ensuring children have a say in what is included. Activities are for children aged five to 12 years, with teacher-qualified educators and industry leading ratios.