Come and enjoy an exciting range of school holiday activities with Stars on Ice’s pop-up mobile ice skating rink in Hargreaves Mall and Electric Wonderland in Rosalind Park, both opening tomorrow.
City Manager Tourism and Major Events Terry Karamaloudis said there were lots of fun and exciting activities to entertain residents and visitors of all ages during the winter school holidays.
“Get your skates on for the ice rink in Hargreaves Mall and glide on 130mm of thick ice for a school holiday experience with a difference,” Mr Karamaloudis said.
“Stars on Ice have skates for all sizes and push along penguins for novices so everyone can have a go. Book your sessions so you don’t miss out on this unique experience in the Mall.
“After dark, head to Rosalind Park and be immersed in Electric Wonderland which has become a must-see attraction for Bendigo that is reimagined each year to the delight of residents and visitors.
“This year, be mesmerised by large scale illuminated sculptures, a stunning 40m replica of Sacred Heart Cathedral, a magical garden, interactive pathways, a fantastic laser show to explore and much more.
“Produced by a local company audio-visual specialist Power AV, Electric Wonderland is a paid ticketed event. You are encouraged to plan and book online to enjoy this superb night activation. Don’t miss out as this event in the park will only run during the school holidays.
“While you’re out in the city centre with family or friends, this is also an opportunity to support local hospitality and retail businesses before or after events if you can.”
Other school holiday activities to entertain the kids for free or low cost
Bendigo’s finest chess player are inviting you to learn sharp game moves at events in Mall on Saturday June 29 and Saturday July 6 from 10.30am to 2.30pm (Williamson Street end of the Mall).
Bendigo Art Gallery’s Winter City of Brights school holiday program has a range of age appropriate sessions with many free sessions including Open Range Art, Puppet Making Workshop and Paris Paste Up with Mr Dimples. First Nations Inspired Necklace Making is $12 entry). The program runs from Tuesday July 2 to Thursday July 11.
Both located at Bendigo Visitor Centres. Djaa Djuwima’s latest free exhibition Young Mob Excelling celebrates and gains insights from First Nations youngsters. It is also hosting a Bracelet Making Workshop on July 3 and a Drawing Workshop with Keira Long on July 11.
The Living Arts Space’s latest free exhibition Meditations in Geometry presents a stunning collection of drawn and painted artworks from Jacquilyne Smith.
Bendigo Art Gallery also has exhibitions where you can wander freely including The School of Paris: Australian Artists Abroad.
Puppet snail Mirabelle, who is 2.6 metres long and weighing 145kg, will be making a special appearance at the Gallery on Tuesday July 2 from 11.45 to 12.15pm, 12.45pm to 1.15pm and 2.30pm to 3pm (free to attend).
Yo Bendigo’s Denim Painting Workshop is suitable for 12 to 25 years to learn the art of upcycling where old denim jeans or jackets are turned into wearable masterpieces on July 3. $5 entry. A free Yo Bendigo Resin Jewellery Making Workshop is on July 11.
There are also many shared cycle paths for a family day out.