Woman and young man sitting on bean bags, holding Mario Kart controllers in their hands as well as a poster for the School Holidays for Youth program.
GAME ON:  Council’s Youth and Community Development Officer Mel Fattore and Trainee Aboriginal Community Development Officer Caleb-Aaron Atkinson test their Mario Kart skills ahead of the free Mario Kart Tournaments being held at Wagga Wagga City Library as part of the Youth of Wagga school holiday program.
Events & Tourism

School Holidays for YOUth

Published: 20 Sep 2024 9:52am

Young people aged 12 to 18 years old, and their circle of support, are invited to enjoy free and low-cost activities for youth this upcoming Spring school holidays!

The Youth of Wagga school holiday program kicks off with the Museum After Dark event on Saturday 28 September, at the Museum of the Riverina – Botanic Gardens site.

The program also includes free Mario Kart Tournaments with prizes, a relaxed movie afternoon accompanied with fresh buttered popcorn provided by Headspace Wagga Wagga, and a themed art class in celebration of World Taco Day with local artist, Erin Elsley on the Wollundry Lagoon.

Back view of man and woman sitting on bean bags playing Mario Kart game on large TV screen in the background.

Council’s Youth and Community Development Officer Mel Fattore said the program has been developed in consultation with young people who identified the need for more youth-orientated activities to take place during the school holidays in accessible and safe areas for young people.

“Through feedback provided during a series of ‘drop-in’ youth events that have taken place this year, young people asked for more gaming days, movie screenings and craft activities to take place in the school holidays just for high-school aged youth,” Ms Fattore said.

“Each school holiday activity and its locations have been chosen for their accessibility and safety features, which are key when catering to young people's needs.

“In addition, accessible resources will also be available for young people at each activity, and free food will be provided at all events.”

For more information and to register, visit:

Wagga Wagga City Council Youth

Council is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events for everyone.

If you need this information in another format or have any questions, please contact the Youth Development Officer on 1300 292 442 or email youth@wagga.nsw.gov.au

poster for the School Holidays for Youth program on desk with Mario Kart controllers nearby

Check out the highlights and secure your spot today:

Museum After Dark

Saturday 28 September | 5pm – 8pm
Museum of the Riverina - Botanic Gardens Site, Lord Baden Powell Drive, Turvey Park
Free | Registrations required | 12 to 18 years only

Mario Kart Tournament

Tuesday 1 October | 4pm – 6pm
Wagga Wagga City Library, Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga
Free | Registrations required | 12 to 18 years only

Mario Kart Tournament

Wednesday 2 October | 11am - 1:30pm
Tolland Community Centre, Bruce Street, Tolland
Free | Registrations required | All ages

Nacho Average Art Class

Friday 4 October | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Wollundry Lagoon, Wagga Wagga
$10 +bf | Registrations required | 12 to 18 years only

Gaze the Miima

Tuesday 8 October | 7:30pm – 9pm
Museum of the Riverina - Botanic Gardens Site, Lord Baden Powell Drive, Turvey Park
$10 +bf | Registrations required | All Ages

Screen + Snacks: Wonka

Thursday 10 October | 4pm – 6pm
Wagga Wagga City Library, Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga
Free | Registrations required | 12 to 18 years only

Youth of Wagga school holiday program
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