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Saturday
May 2026

Take Off This May: Saturday, 2 May

Get ready for a high‑flying celebration of Planes, Trains & Automobiles at Nicholas Street. Your May long weekend plans are officially cleared for take‑off with a full day of free, family‑friendly fun.

✈️ Morning to Early Afternoon | 10am – 2pm

  • Mini Go‑Karts: Little drivers aged 3–12 can take the wheel and zoom around safely at speeds of 8–10 km/h.
  • Solar Race Car Workshop: Get creative with this hands‑on activity build and race your very own solar‑powered car.
  • Classic Car Display | 12pm – 4pm: Step back in time and admire beautifully restored HR Holdens along the main street. 
  • Face Painting: Bright, fun designs to delight children of all ages.

🛩️ Afternoon to Evening | 4pm – 7pm | Upper Level near HOYTS

  • Build & Fly Your Own Aeroplane: Decorate, assemble and test‑fly a miniature timber aeroplane.
  • Balloon Artist: Watch incredible balloon creations come to life throughout the evening.

🎭 Roving Entertainment | 12pm – 4pm and 5pm – 7pm.

Keep an eye out for our roving characters throughout the precinct.

All activities are free. No bookings required.
 

Unsure on how to get to the Nicholas Street Precinct? Find out helpful visitor information here.

10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Nicholas Street Precinct

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