Family weekends 11-12 January
Eye spy tour
Eye spy your way through State Library’s exhibition, Jarjum Stories.
Free | No bookings required
Imagination Playscape
Build your own imaginary world using an assortment of shapes and materials.
Free | No bookings required
First 5 Forever Rhyme Time
A special time for you and your little one where you can share rhymes, songs and stories.
Sat only | Free | No bookings required
First 5 Forever Story Time
Enjoy a variety of books, puppets, activities, songs or games.
Sun only | Free | No bookings required
The magic of music, movement and storytelling with Gregg Dreise
Join renowned author, illustrator, artist, storyteller and musician, Gregg Dreise for a special musical storytime.
Sat only | Free | No bookings required
The magic of music, movement and storytelling with Renata Jayne
Renata tells big stories and little ones! Join her for a funny, silly musical journey where kids become part of the show too.
Sun only | Free | No bookings required
Book making
Settle in to our cosy reading nook and create your very own book to take home.
Free | No bookings required
Comic book Scrabble
Drop in and help create State Library’s summer comic book story using sticky notes.
Free | No bookings required
Scavenger hunt at the Library
There are some very sneaky secrets hidden around State Library this Summer Festival.
Free | No bookings required
Story collection bag making
Create a story collection bag using simple paper-craft before exploring the State Library.
Free | No bookings required
Cardboard worlds
Use your imagination and your engineering skills to construct new worlds using recycled cardboard and a few special tricks.
Free | No bookings required
Music, Movement & Make-Believe
Share a fun and imaginative journey together with your little one.
Free | No bookings required
TICKETED
**SOLD OUT** Mod your own NERF gun
Learn and apply basic engineering principles to make the ultimate NERF gun!
Sat only | Ticketed | Bookings essential
Summer Festival
Free and ticketed activities and adventures
14 Dec 2019 – 25 Jan 2020
Throughout State Library