Parramatta is preparing for a busy April school holiday period, with a mix of live performances, workshops and family activities scheduled across the city’s cultural and community venues.
At the centre of the line-up is Pineapple People, a children’s musical comedy set to run at Riverside Live at PHIVE on 14 and 15 April. The show is performed by The Vegetable Plot, known for its playful approach to live music and storytelling. The production features a cast of vegetable-inspired characters and blends puppetry with humour aimed at younger audiences and families.
The performance anchors a broader school holiday program that spans libraries, community centres and recreation facilities. Organisers have focused on offering a mix of creative, educational and physical activities, reflecting a wider trend among councils to provide structured options for families during term breaks.
According to City of Parramatta, the schedule includes theatre shows, arts and crafts sessions, robotics workshops and storytelling events, alongside sports and fitness activities designed for children and parents to take part together. Events will be held across multiple locations, including PHIVE, local libraries and community hubs such as Wentworth Point.
Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter said the program is designed to give families accessible options close to home, with a focus on encouraging children to try new activities outside the classroom setting. He pointed to the variety on offer, from music and performance to sport and hands-on learning.
Highlights across the program include additional live shows at Riverside, themed dance events at Parramatta Town Hall and interactive workshops covering areas such as robotics and puppetry. Active sessions are also scheduled through local sports initiatives, with activities ranging from ball sports to group fitness classes.
While council-run holiday programs have become a regular feature in many urban centres, their scale and variety often depend on local demand and resources. In Parramatta’s case, the breadth of activities reflects both a growing population and an effort to position the city as a hub for family-friendly events.
Bookings for most activities are required, with further details available through the council’s website as families begin planning for the mid-April break.
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