Active Kids, Healthy Minds

Graphic of kids playing in a park

Enjoy a free, outdoor multi-station activity event during the April school holidays! Have fun spending time together as a family and help build active kids and families in Maroondah. Physical activity helps improve both body and brain health and helps build resilience. 

This event is aimed at pre-school and primary school aged children however everyone is welcome. Parents and carers are required to stay with their child for the whole event. 

The activities will include a variety of sports and games such as:

  • AFL
  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Football
  • Giant games
  • Golf
  • Gymnastics
  • Hockey
  • Martial arts
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Netball
  • Bike safety activity. 

Bike safety activity information

  • Put your balance to the test on the balance bike course.
  • Please bring your bike helmet to be checked and fitted correctly.
  • Families are encouraged to ride, scooter or walk to the event. Bike parking is available.

Event details

This event took place on Wednesday 15 April 2026. 

Sports activity map and passport

When you arrive at the event, pick up your activity passport page showing the sports activities. As you visit each activity station, a team member will stamp the corresponding activity on your passport.

On the back of the activity passport, we have shared the activity map to help you locate your favourite activities.

Please note, the map and activities are subject to change.

Active Kids Day Map.jpg

Further information

For more information please contact Council on 1300 88 22 33 or email maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au.

This event is proudly supported by Yarra Valley Water.

Yarra Valley Water logo

When

  • Wednesday, 15 April 2026 | 12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Location

Town Park, Norton Road, Croydon, 3136, View map

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