Geelong Wonder Children’s Festival: Slow Star Village (VIC)


19.09.2026 - 24.09.2026

10:00 - 16:00

Free

Public / Offline

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English

0 - 3

Kindergarten


A Creative space to weave and play!

Step into a world of colour, creativity and imagination where families can come together to build something truly magical.

This is a hands-on, sensory space designed for curious kids (and grown-ups too!). Wander in and become part of a living, ever-changing environment filled with colour, texture and playful surprises. There’s no right or wrong way to join in — just jump in and start creating.

Help transform a towering bamboo structure into a glowing, rainbow-filled haven. Weave, knot, plait and layer recycled yarns and fabrics to create soft canopies, vibrant walls and flowing curtains of colour. Crawl underneath, look up, and watch the space come alive as everyone adds their own touch.

Whether you spend five minutes tying a single knot or hours immersed in play, every contribution matters. This is all about the joy of making, the freedom to explore, and the magic of creating something together as a community.

DATES:

10am - 4pm  Sat 19 Sep
10am - 4pm  Sun 20 Sep
10am - 4pm  Mon 21 Sep
10am - 4pm  Tue 22 Sep
10am - 4pm  Wed 23 Sep
10am - 4pm  Thu 24 Sep
 


Holiday workshop/activity/meet-up

Learning Outcomes — Creative Weaving & Play Space 1. Creativity & Self-Expression Explore open-ended creativity: there’s no “right or wrong” way — experiment freely, express ideas, and make unique choices. Build confidence in shaping, designing, and creating with your own hands, guided by imagination. 2. Hands-On Skills & Sensory Learning Develop fine motor skills, hand coordination, and dexterity through weaving, knotting, plaiting, and layering materials. Experience sensory exploration: discover colours, textures, patterns, and how materials feel and look when combined. 3. Community & Collective Contribution Understand that every small part matters: whether a single knot or hours of work, all contributions build something beautiful together. Learn collaboration, inclusion, and shared purpose — creating a shared space as a community, not alone. See how many different ideas combine into something bigger and more wonderful than one person could make alone. 4. Appreciation of Materials & Sustainability Work with recycled yarns and fabrics — learning to value reusing materials, seeing beauty in what can be remade, and understanding sustainable creativity. Explore how simple materials (bamboo, cloth, yarn) can transform into something magical through imagination and effort. 5. Freedom, Joy & Belonging Experience the joy of making for its own sake — no pressure, no rules, just the pleasure of play and creation. Feel welcome, valued, and part of something special — a space where everyone belongs, regardless of skill or age. Strengthen family connection: creating side-by-side builds shared memories and mutual respect for each other’s ideas. 6. Core Message Every contribution matters. When we create together with open hearts and hands, we build something beautiful that belongs to everyone.


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