About this Event
Connect, learn and have fun these school holidays!
Join us for ETC's Families & Community Connect, a free, family-friendly community event designed to bring local families, carers, children, community organisations and support services together in one welcoming space.
Whether you're looking for fun activities for the kids, information about local services, or simply an opportunity to connect with others in your community, this event offers something for everyone.
Enjoy a great day out with free entertainment, activities, food, and opportunities to meet local organisations that support families, parents, carers and children.
What's happening on the day?
You'll have the chance to:
- Meet local community organisations and service providers
- Explore free and low-cost supports available in your area
- Connect with other parents, carers and families
- Learn about activities, programs and services that can assist your family
Plus enjoy:
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon artist
🎲 Games and activities
✂️ Crafts and children's activities
🍎 Free food and refreshments
🤝 Community stalls and information displays
✨ Family-friendly entertainment
*Activities may vary slightly on the day.
Why attend?
Families & Community Connect is designed to:
- Help families discover services and support available locally
- Build stronger community connections
- Create opportunities for social inclusion and participation
- Provide a fun, inclusive and welcoming environment for all
- Support parents and carers to access practical information and assistance
This event is proudly delivered by ETC's Parent Pathways team, in partnership with local community organisations and service providers.
Accessibility
ETC is committed to creating welcoming and inclusive events for all community members.
Raby Bay Harbour Park is an outdoor venue with accessible facilities. If you have specific accessibility requirements or require assistance to attend, please contact the event organiser prior to the event and we will do our best to assist.
Parking
Free and limited street/onsite parking is available at Raby Bay Harbour Park and the adjacent Raby Bay Harbour dining precinct(located at Shore Street North and Shore Street West, Cleveland). Please note that spaces can fill up quickly during peak dining times.
We encourage attendees to arrive early to make parking and registration as smooth as possible.
Registration
Admission is free, but registrations are encouraged.
Reserve your free ticket today and join us for a fun, welcoming and community-focused school holiday event.
We look forward to seeing you and your family there!
Event venue & nearby stays
Raby Bay Harbour Park, 148 Shore Street North, Cleveland, Australia
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