School Holidays: What's on in Newmarket

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As the year rapidly comes to a close, parents are scrambling for ways to keep the kids occupied. The summer break is long and the phrase "we're bored" will become an endless song but we have you covered with holiday must-dos and the best spots to visit with the kids. Whether you are looking for somewhere to eat, fun entertainment, or new movies to watch, Newmarket has it all.

EAT

Keep those tummies full with our selection of top family eats.

Burger Burger is famous for its #BBKidsClub, offering up a menu that includes mini versions of their famous burgers and sides like veggie sticks and kumara fries.

If you love authentic Italian pasta, head to Arte della Pasta for the most delicious and fresh pasta available.

If you happen to be in Newmarket on Sunday with the kids, we suggest you take them to Something & Social, as the kids can eat for FREE with a paying adult from 4pm-7pm!

If you're in a treat mood, there are plenty of places to celebrate the end of the school year. Head to Daldang and pick up a box of Fatcarons, pop into Duck Island for a scoop of ice cream or check out the newly opened Atelier Shu for an artisan cake.

PLAY

VR Voom

From escape rooms to VR headset adventures, VR Voom is the ultimate destination for hours of immersive fun. Step into the world of Virtual Reality and let the kids create their very own VR world! Find out more here.

Coin Singing Booth

Have a performer in the making? Let them sing their hearts out at Coin Singing Booth inside Westfield. You’ll be free from the noise and they’ll be able to sing like they’ve sold out a concert - a win-win for both.

Table Tennis in Station Square

Challenge your kids to some friendly competition. Inside Station Square there are two table tennis tables available to use whenever you like! Set up a family tournament and see who will be the reigning champ.

Doughnut Decorating at Krispy Kreme

Celebrate Christmas at Newmarket Krispy Kreme! For $10, you can book your little ones in for a doughnut decorating session on the 21st or 22nd of December. Limited spots are available, click here to secure a space.

Archie Brother's

To celebrate summer take the kids to Archie Brothers for their summer bowling deals. Kids can now bowl for $12 per session and families for $48. For more details, click here.

Timezone

Spend a family day at the arcade. Challenge one another on the racetrack, fight off zombies and win big on the claw machine. They also run different weekly deals to ensure the fun can be enjoyed all day long. Click here for more details.

Build with Merv Smith Hobbies

Pick up a new hobby and head to Merv Smith Hobbies on Davis Cresent. Choose from their selection of cars, trains, trucks and houses and get building all holiday long.

WATCH

One of our top activities is heading to the movies. Rialto, Events Cinema Westfield Newmarket and Event Cinemas Broadway have all the latest films showing and there is something for everyone. They even offer deals on family-friendly films and family passes which makes a movie trip even sweeter!