Free entertainment for families

MOUNT Gambier Central invites families to dive into creativity these school holidays with Sandy Hands, Big Imagination—a week of free sand art workshops and live sand sculpture displays designed to spark wonder and hands-on fun for all ages.

FREE Daily Sand Art Workshops Tuesday 7th – Saturday 11th October 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, and 1:15pm Next to Prouds the Jewellers

Each day features a playful theme:

• Tuesday: Animals of the Wild
• Wednesday: Pets
• Thursday: Under the Sea
• Friday: Lands of Imagination
• Saturday: Transportation

Live Sand Sculpture Display From 10am daily, watch our talented sand sculptor transform each theme into a stunning plinth sculpture—crafted live in-centre near Platypus Shoes.

Sandcastle Scavenger Hunt Starting Monday, 29th September, families can take part in the Sandcastle Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a $50 Kmart gift card. Entry forms available in-centre.

This exciting program is free of charge and part of Mount Gambier Central’s commitment to creating joyful, inclusive experiences for the community. With sandy hands and big imagination, we’re bringing the magic of play to life.