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City of Wollongong

Programs and Events for Young People

We're running programs at the Youth Centre and online to keep you entertained and connected.

To access any of these activities, send us a DM on Facebook, or Instagram, email us, or call (02) 4227 8222 between 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

We may ask for a school ID or other information to confirm your age and location.

Youth Week 2024

We're celebrating NSW Youth Week these April holidays with a great program of free activities for 12 - 24 year olds. Check out the program below, or download the Something to Do These School Holidays - Youth Week Edition PDF, 221.99 KB.

Events

WhatWhenWhere
Picnic in the Park
Connect with friends, play games, create art and share food.
Thurs 11 April, 5 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Raise the Volume
Youth Week festival, free food, music and youth markets.
Sat 13 April, 2 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Rainbow Formal
Come dressed and have some fun! Activities, live music and DJ.
Mon 15 April, 3 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Saltwater FestivalWed 17 April, 10am - 2pmHoward Fowles Park, Warrawong
Picnic in the Park
Connect with friends, play games, create art and share food.
Thurs 18 April, 5 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Shakamoto Single Launch
Free event for young people to celebrate Shakamoto's new single!
Fri 26 April, 6 - 8pmWollongong Youth Centre

Workshops

WhatWhenWhere
Friday Night Fun
Check out our social media to find out more.
Fri 12 April, 5 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Short Film Workshop with Phillp Crawford for ages 12-18
Visit Eventbrite to book your free spot.
Tues 16 April, 11am - 3.30pmCareways at Dapto Ribbonwood Centre
Short Film Workshop with Phillp Crawford for ages 12-18
Visit Eventbrite to book your free spot.
Wed 17 April, 11am - 3.30pmCareways at Dapto Ribbonwood Centre
Short Film Workshop with Phillp Crawford for ages 12-17
Visit Eventbrite to book your free spot.
Thurs 18 April, 11am - 3.30pmWollongong Youth Centre
Short Film Workshop with Phillp Crawford for ages 18-24
Visit Eventbrite to book your free spot.
Fri 19 April, 11am - 3.30pmWollongong Youth Centre
Friday Night Fun
Check out our social media to find out more.
Fri 19 April, 5 - 7pmWollongong Youth Centre
Making Comics with Louie Joyce
Come along to make your very own comic.
Sat 20 April, 1.30 - 3.30pmWollongong Youth Centre

More

  • Hang out with comfy lounges, free WiFi, table tennis, art and crafts, and more. Check our socials for open hours.
  • We'll be announcing the 2024 Wollongong Youth Week Awards.

February - April 2024 regular programs

WhatWhenWhere
Bundaleer Connect
An arvo of sports, games and food. Get active, catch up with friends.
Mondays 3 - 4.30pmHoward Fowles Park, Warrawong
Rainbow League
A social group and safe space for LGBTQIA+ young people.
Mondays 4 - 6pmWollongong Youth Centre
Hang Out
Comfy lounges, wifi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more.
Tuesdays 3 - 6pmWollongong Youth Centre
Build + Connect
Come and try out our new program! A fun afternoon to connect with friends and build Lego creations.
Tuesdays 3.30 - 5pmDapto Library
Dungeons and Dragons
Come and play table top games in our Auditorium.
Tuesdays 3.30 - 5.30pmWollongong Youth Centre
Rehearsal Space
Fully equipped sound proof music rehearsal room. $5 per person for two-hour sessions. Bookings essential.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and SaturdaysWollongong Youth Centre
Girl World
A fun program for multicultural young women aged 12 - 24. Arts and craft, baking, sports and presentations from other services.
Wednesdays 3.30 - 5pmWollongong Youth Centre
Acting Up
Get involved in theatre sports, drama activities and performance. Gain skills and confidence in fun interactive activities.
Wednesdays 3.30 - 5.30pmWollongong Youth Centre
Teenz Connect
Learn new stuff and meet new people. A range of activities including games, resume writing, self care ideas and more for young people aged 12 to 24.
Thursdays 3 - 4.30pmWarrawong Library
Hang Out
Comfy lounges, wifi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more.
Thursdays 3 - 8pmWollongong Youth Centre
Team Ignite
Boost the music and performance scene for young people. Learn skills in AV production, event management and promotion.
Thursdays 4 - 5.30pmWollongong Youth Centre
Picnic in the Park
Come along to connect with friends, make art, play games and share food at this free event for young people aged 12 to 24.
Thursdays 5 - 7pmMacCabe Park, Wollongong
On StageLive music, performances, open mic and workshops. Check out our socials for details.Thursdays 6pmWollongong Youth Centre
Paint + Sip
Hang out with our Artist in Residence and do some painting.
23 Jan, 11-1pmWollongong Youth Centre
Crafts + Chat
Come and try new art and craft mediums, including watercolour, embroidery, clay and more.
Fridays 3.30 - 5pmWollongong Youth Centre
Friday Night Fun
Movies, cooking, arts and craft! A space to cook, try new meals, be creative and hang out with friends. Check our socials for details.
Fridays Wollongong Youth Centre
Hang Out
Comfy lounges, wifi, pool, table tennis, gaming, charging stations and more.
Saturdays 1 - 4pmWollongong Youth Centre
Got a question?
Chat to our youth workers. They take time to listen, understand and provide info to help you explore your options.
Drop by, call or DM our socialsWollongong Youth Centre

You can also download our program flyer below:

Something to Do, February - April 2024  PDF, 81.97 KB

Projects

We regularly organise creative projects, competitions and other programs you can get involved in.

Current and recent projects are shown below.