It’s that glorious shoulder season in Kiama - when summer's heat is a fading memory, autumn’s golden light starts creeping in, and suddenly Easter is right around the corner.

You can feel the shift: the kids are counting down the last school days, the shops are lined with chocolate eggs in impossible-to-ignore positions, and parents are starting to quietly wonder how to keep the kids occupied for two whole weeks. Luckily Gerringong Bowlo have a fabulous new playground - just in time for the holidays!

This year Kiama is delivering a school holiday line-up worthy of a chocolate-fuelled standing ovation.

First up, Kiama Golf Club is bringing the fun with a jam-packed Easter-themed Saturday on 13 April. Kids Easter Craft runs from 3.30pm to 5pm, followed by a groovy Kids Disco from 6pm to 8pm. It’s just $5 per child per activity - grab your tickets at Club Reception before they hop away. And don’t forget, kids eat free every Sunday night with any main meal purchase. (Now that’s what we call a sweet deal.)

Over at Kiama Leagues Club, the school holiday fun continues with an exciting calendar of kids’ events with a kids Disco on Thursday 17 April at 5pm – free entry! There's also free Kids Bingo on Tuesday 22 April at 11am – no bookings required, and a kids Magic Show on Thursday 24 April from 2:30 – just $10 per child (free for adults and under 2s). A great way to beat the holiday boredom without breaking the bank.

Feeling creative? Palette Knife Fun is the perfect pick for teens and adults wanting to splash out. Guided step-by-step, you'll create a masterpiece of your choice using palette knife techniques. It's on during the holidays, strictly for ages 13 and up, and no experience is needed – just bring your imagination, snacks, and maybe an old shirt thanks to Expressive Art at their EAE Studio Kiama Downs Wednesday 16th April 1pm.

Then on Easter Sunday (20 April), Yves is hosting a vibrant family lunch overlooking Kiama Harbour from 1pm to 3pm. There’ll be free kids' activities, including face painting, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and a classic Easter Egg Hunt. Meanwhile, grown-ups can enjoy great food, Easter-themed cocktails, and the smooth sounds of James Vann in the courtyard.

And if you're after a truly egg-cellent afternoon of free fun, don’t miss the Easter Fun Day at Kiama Anglican Church, Saturday 19 April from 1 - 4pm. It’s become a Kiama tradition – and for good reason. Think Zorb Balls, Jumping Castles, face painting, crafts, games, and a giant egg hunt, all wrapped in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere.

Of course, for many, Easter is also a time of quiet reflection and community connection. Several local churches will be holding Good Friday and Easter Sunday services, open to all who wish to mark the occasion with meaning. Whether you attend out of tradition, faith, or curiosity, it’s a lovely way to pause and take in the spirit of the season.

So whether you’re crafting, dancing, painting, praying, picnicking, or just trying to keep your sugar intake under control, there’s something for everyone this Easter in our LGA. Check out somewhere you haven’t been before - whether it’s Boneyard or 7 mile beach or further. We have a plethora of options North, South and West.

Enjoy the holidays, take a breath, and may your hot cross buns always be fresh and your chocolate eggs safely hidden from sneaky snackers.