If you are here on holidays there is no better time for adventure on the Coffs Coast! Home to beautiful beaches, lush national parks, ECO-adventures, fabulous food and outdoor activities galore, the Coffs Coast shines its very brightest during the warmer months.
Experience interactive wildlife encounters, conquer the treetops, paddle open waters, or experience nature on horseback these holidays, and create epic memories that will last a lifetime. Looking for something a little more laid back? Enjoy outstanding views from Sealy Lookout, stroll the incredible Solitary Islands coastal walk, or experience Gumbaynggirr culture. Whatever your cup of tea, there is something for everyone at the Coffs Coast these holidays!
BE ENTERTAINED
Twilight Food Market – Every Friday Evening Coffs Harbour
A family-friendly, pet-friendly food-only market, diverse in multicultural cuisine and lots of choices for the kids. Bring a blanket or chair, a bottle of wine or beer and kick back and enjoy the entertainment. The market is located in one of Coffs Harbour’s premier beachside locations, Park Beach Reserve, with the crystal clear water of Coffs Creek on its doorstep.
Giingan Gumbaynggirr Cultural Experience –8 Februaury Coffs Harbour
Enjoy this award-winning Indigenous cultural tourism experience at the iconic Sealy Lookout (Niigi Niigi) in the Orara East State Forest. Held monthly, the Giingan Experience is a two-hour interactive and informative tour. Immerse yourself in Gumbaynggirr culture through language, dance, storytelling, damper making and much more.
Swell Chasers: Surf Stories from the Mid North Coast –23 November to 2 Feb 2025 Coffs Harbour
The exhibition features the boards, shapers, breaks, localisms, underground talent, photographers, writers, surfing icons and people who just like to surf. Interweaving social and cultural history with the work of contemporary artists, Swell Chasers will take you on a journey to the headlands and bays of the Mid North Coast.
Coffs Jetty Carnival – 21 December to 26 January Coffs Harbour
All the fun of the fair and then some. Bring the whole family for an evening of laughter and excitement. Thrill rides for every member of the family! Dagwood dogs and sideshow alley under the romantic glow. Plus NYE Fireworks at 9.30pm 31 December.
The Presets at The Hoey Moey – 23 January Coffs Harbour
The Presets have been recognised worldwide for their dynamic live performances, playing hundreds of shows domestically and internationally, including key slots at renowned international music festivals such as Glastonbury, Coachella, SXSW, Exit, Melt and Splendour In The Grass.
Red Rock Eats N Beats Food Festival – 26 January Red Rock
EATS N BEATS Food Festival is back again in 2025! Hosted by The Seals Red Rock (Bowling Club) & Twilight Food Market in the picturesque village of Red Rock, 20 mins north of Woolgoolga. Free entry into the club, barefoot bowls, kids entertainment & much more! Bring a blanket, sunscreen, swimmers & don’t forget the kids!
Aussie Day Show N Shine – 26 January Woolgoolga
Help celebrate Australia Day 2025 with Chrome Bumper at our second annual event, hosted by the Cex club in Woolgoolga! – Free entry. Trophys and giveaways, family entertainment and lots more.
WORKSHOPS & TOURS
Nightlife Wildlife Tour – 7 Februaury 2025 Coffs Harbour
Join the volunteer guides of the garden for a magical evening to search for possums, gliders, bats, maybe koala …and other little critters whose eye shine in the dark! This 2km night walk follows paths through natural forests and planted gardens. We pause along the way to learn how the wild creatures live, what they eat and why they make such strange noises in the dark.
Yarrila Arts & Museum Summer Vibes Holiday Program – 17 December to 31 January 2025 Coffs Coast
Summer Vibes Holiday Program offers children and families on the Coffs Coast a range of activities and events to pump up creativity, soak up inspiration, or chill out with through December and January. Check out what you can do and make the most of the summer vibes!
Coffs By Nature Rainforest Ramble – 21 January 2025 Coffs Harbour
Immerse yourself in the lush sub-tropical Bruxner Park Reserve showcasing great diversity in rain forest flora and fauna. Learn about this unique environment with our guide showcasing sites such as giant strangler figs, mushrooms sprouting, satin bower birds courting, and maybe even a beautifully hued Wompoo Fruit Dove.
Toormina Kids Lego Workshop – 21 January 2025 Toormina
Get ready to build, create, and compete at our LEGO Mini Masters Workshop! Designed for kids aged 7–10, this fun 1.5-hour session features exciting mini challenges and a thrilling LEGO build-off. It’s the perfect chance for young builders to showcase their skills, let their imaginations run wild, and make new friends in a friendly, creative environment.
Stop Motion Animation Workshop (Ages 8-16y) – 22 January 2025 Coffs Harbour
Learn the art of stop motion animation using mixed media and digital technology to create simple animations inspired by surfing and the ocean.
Watermarks: Mixed Media Workshop – 23 January 2025 Coffs Harbour
Inspired by the Swell Chasers exhibition, this fun and creative workshop invites kids to explore how artists capture the colours and movement of water. Participants will tour the exhibition for inspiration and then experiment with a variety of materials including pens, paint, markers, and printmaking to create their own water-themed artworks.
LEARN SOMETHING NEW
Solitary Islands Surf School – most days, Northern and Southern Beaches
Learn to surf these holidays with Solitary Islands Surf School! Local professionals will guide you step by step, helping you ride waves on some of the best beaches in NSW.
School holiday opening hours
The Big Banana Fun Park – Open every day in school holidays 9am – 5pm. Closed Christmas Day, open NY day.
Enjoy a huge range of fun activities such as the Water Park, Ice Skating, Tobogganing, Laser Tag, Mini Golf, Reptile World, Giant Slide, Laser tag and Candy Kitchen. Try out the new Escape rooms and Bumper cars attractions.
Coffs Harbour Butterfly House – Monday – Sunday // 10am – 2pm. Closed Christmas Day, open NY day.
Wander amongst hundreds of live Australian butterflies in an indoor subtropical rainforest setting, experience a life-sized dinosaur show and get up close and personal with baby dinosaurs!
Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary – Monday – Sunday // 10am-2pm. Open Christmas Day and NY day.
Sea Lions and dolphins and penguins – marine life presentations daily.
Solitary Islands Aquarium – Monday – Sunday // 10am – 4pm. (NSW school holidays)
Explore the unique marine environment of the Coffs Coast through amazing aquariums, guided tours and interactive displays.
Treetops Adventure – Monday – Sunday // 9am – 5pm.
Test your skills on more than 110 high rope challenges and 20 ziplines, and enjoy the bush from a new perspective!
Carobana Confectionery – Monday – Sunday // 8:30am – 4pm.
Watch skilled confectioners in action and experience plenty of tempting aromas. Enjoy the covered outdoor dining area and ample grounds for the kids to play. Pet-friendly and free entry.
The Clog Barn – Monday – Sunday // 8am – 4pm.
Enjoy the model Dutch village, daily clog-making demonstrations, Big Oma’s Coffee House (pancakes recommended!) and the Dutch gift shop.
North Coast Regional Botanic Garden – Monday – Sunday // 9am – 5pm
Featuring a section of natural forest and mangroves; plantings of rare and endangered Australian species, Australian rainforest species, and exotic plants from other sub-tropical regions of the world, the garden has something special for everyone!
iPlay Bowling Alley & Amusement Centre– Monday – Thursday // 10am – 9pm
Friday – Sunday // 9am – 11pm
STRIKE! With thirteen lanes of full bowling, plenty of arcade games along with a fully licensed bar, iPlay can
cater to anyone’s taste during these school holidays!
Sherwood Archery – Monday & Friday 10am-4pm, Tues,Wed,Thurs 10am-8.30pm, Sat 9am-12noon
Their dedicated Indoor Range and Pro Shop cater for all types of archery with an emphasis on helping new people to enjoy the Fantastic sport of archery.
Yarilla Arts & Museum – Tues-Sun 10am-4pm Tues-Fri 10am-2pm Sat/Sun (Closed 25-26 Dec, 1 Jan)
The dynamic exhibition program spans a range of inspiring local, regional, touring and in-house curated exhibitions. Encompassing art, social history and natural history, these exhibitions change regularly ensuring an enriching experience for all. YAM’s digital exhibition space is designed to attract ground-breaking digital creations that challenge the boundaries of art and storytelling.
Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours
Experience a paddle tour in a beautiful marine park setting, learn to SUP board, collect, connect and prepare bush medicines and taste seasonal bush foods with Wajaana Yaam Adventure Tours.
Jetty Dive
Jetty Dive Centre love scuba diving at the Solitary Islands on their daily dive charters for snorkelers or scuba divers, and their large and comfortable dive boats offer the best diving available. Passionate dive crew have the knowledge and experience to show you the best of the Solitary Islands
Coffs Harbour Trike & Private Tours
There are many beautiful places to visit around the Coffs Coast and surrounding townships, but with Coffs Harbour Trike & Private Tours it is the ride itself that will be unforgettable! Tours with both trike or mini van available.
C Change Adventures
The friendliest Kayaking, Canoeing and Stand up Paddling experiences in Coffs Harbour – tours and hire.
HWH Stables Horse Riding Tour
Ride horse back through the Coffs Coast’s lush bushes, picturesque beaches and gorgeous freshwater rivers with HWH Stables.