Free stencil art session for school-aged children at Granville Centre Art Gallery during the school holidays. Drop-in, all materials provided and supervision required for children under 16.
Thursday 1 October 2026
11:00am - 3:00pm
2a Memorial Dr, Granville NSW 2142, Australia
Free
Let your child take home a personalised tote and plenty of holiday memories. This stencil painting session at Granville Centre Art Gallery is an easy, creative activity designed for school-aged kids to explore colour, pattern and self-expression in a relaxed, gallery setting.
Families can expect a warm, hands-on arts experience where children experiment with stencil art and fabric paints to decorate a reusable tote bag. The session encourages creativity, fine motor skills and eco-friendly craft — perfect for parents looking for low-cost, creative school holiday activities.
Activities are child-friendly and paced for younger attention spans, with staff and volunteers on hand to demonstrate stencil techniques, paint mixing and safe fabric-paint use. Stencil art, tote bag, school holidays and Granville Centre Art Gallery are all key parts of the experience.
You’ll see children choosing stencils, layering colours, and proudly showing off finished bags — it’s a relaxed drop-in environment that invites playful mess and parent-child collaboration.
This is a free drop-in event running for a block of time so families can arrive when convenient. Materials are provided, and children can paint as many simple stencil designs on their tote as the session time allows.
What’s provided:
- Tote bags and fabric paints
- A selection of stencils and markers
- Staff guidance and drying/packing help
Recommended for school-aged children; parents are asked to remain in the room to supervise children aged 15 years and under. The format suits siblings and different ability levels — quiet corners are available for younger children who need a gentler pace.
The event is held at Granville Centre Art Gallery, 1 Memorial Drive, Granville — a familiar local spot that families know for community arts and school holiday programs. The gallery setting is small and gallery staff aim to make it welcoming for kids.
Public transport and short-term parking options are nearby; if you’re driving, allow a few extra minutes for pickup and drop-off. The venue is within walking distance of local bus stops and community parking areas.
If accessibility or additional assistance is needed, contact the council ahead of time so staff can help with entry and setup. Granville Centre Art Gallery is the meeting point and signage will direct you from the main entrance.
This is a free, supervised drop-in session with all materials provided. Children aged 15 and under must be supervised for the duration by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over, and caregivers are required to remain in the program room.
The activity uses fabric paints; while non-toxic, wear older clothes or bring a smock if you’re concerned about staining. Staff will take care to minimise mess and provide clean-up supplies.
Spaces are communal and work on a first-come, first-served basis during the session time. If you have specific access needs or questions about supervising multiple children, contact the council in advance.
This session is free of charge and no booking is required — simply drop in during the scheduled hours. Free, family-friendly, and ideal for parents seeking affordable school holiday activities that are creative and engaging.
There are no hidden fees; all materials are included. If you need more information, the council contact email is provided on the event page and staff at the venue can answer questions on the day.
For any clarifications about dates, supervision or accessibility, call the council or email ahead so your family can plan a smooth, creative outing at Granville Centre Art Gallery.
