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December Summer holidays at the MDC

Date: 17 December 2024 10:00am - 17 December 2024 12:00pm
Venue: Marine Discovery Centre, Corner Seaview Road & Marlborough Terrace, Henley Beach, South Australia, 5022
Venue Website: http://marinediscoverycentre.com.au

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Kick off the school holidays with an exciting adventure at the Marine Discovery Centre! This fun-filled morning of marine exploration, learning, and creativity is the perfect way to dive into the break. Bring the kids for an unforgettable experience as they engage with interactive discovery stations, explore sea life through aquariums and virtual reality, and create recycled crafts they can take home!

Event Highlights:

  • 10:00am - 10.45am: Hands-on, interactive activities in the Discovery Centre
  • 10.45am - 11.30am: Marine Themed Art & Craft activities
  • 11:30am - 12:00pm: Guided Beach Marine Trail at Henley Beach (weather permitting)

Location:
Marine Discovery Centre
Cnr Seaview Road & Marlborough Street, Henley Beach, SA 5022

What’s Included:

  • Craft Activities: Get creative with recycled materials and bring your artwork home!
  • Aquariums: Meet fascinating local marine creatures like Big-Bellied Seahorses, Ornate Cowfish, and Murray River Turtles.
  • Virtual Reality: Embark on underwater adventures with Humpback Whales, Australian Sea Lions, Leafy Seadragons, and more—without leaving dry land!
  • Kaurna Education Room: Discover the deep connection between the Kaurna people and the Adelaide coastline in this immersive learning space.
  • Interactive Games: Try your hand at brand-new diving and beachcombing games, and explore topics like oceanography, marine habitats, climate change, and more!
  • Henley Beach Marine Trail: Join a guided walk along the beach to discover marine life in its natural habitat.

Plus, each child receives a free beachcombing guide to continue the fun at home!

Important Details:

  • Tickets are only required for children. Parents can attend for free but must reserve a ticket and stay with their children throughout the session.
  • Children under 3 years old are free.

This is the perfect way to start the school holidays—full of adventure, learning, and fun! Book your tickets now and let the kids dive into the wonders of the ocean.

Event proudly supported by Community Bank West Beach

Refunds are not available one day prior to the event