Holiday fun for regional youth

Get involved and have fun with holiday activities across regional NSW

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The Holiday Break Program

Young people are at the heart of vibrant regional communities. The NSW Government supports programs that allow our young people to thrive.

The Holiday Break Program provides access to activities during the school holidays.

This program invites eligible councils and organisations to apply for funding to run events for young people in the regions.

It offers free activities that cover a variety of interests, like sports, science and the arts. This way, young people can develop their skills, connect with others, and explore new ideas.

Spring Holiday Break fun

There were than 120 programs on offer during the last spring school holidays covering everything from sporting and art workshops to cultural experiences and live music events.

Here's a look at some of the activities that were on offer across the regions.

Check back soon for the upcoming Summer Holiday Break actvities.

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Successful applicants voluntarily provide details of their activities on the interactive map.

If there are not activities in your local area, reach out to your local Council or youth organisation to encourage them to participate next holidays.

Holiday Break Program funding

Applications for Holiday Break Program: Summer/Autumn 2024/2025 are now closed.

The NSW Government’s Holiday Break program provides young people in regional NSW with the opportunity to enjoy a range of free activities to connect, socialise, learn new skills and have fun during the school holidays.

Eligible councils and other organisations can apply for funding to deliver events as part of the Holiday Break program.

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Contact us

For more information, email regionalyouth@regional.nsw.gov.au

Program evaluation

Read the evaluation report for the Holiday Break Program

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