Events and programs for young people

Looking for something to do over school holidays? Join our youth services team at our Holiday Program! For ages 12 to 18 who live or study in Port Phillip.

Youth Advocacy Training
Do you want to know how to lead change in your community and be heard by decision makers? This workshop informs and inspires young people to make change you are passionate about. For ages 15-25.

📅 Tuesday 7 April 
📍EcoCentre, St Kilda
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Illustration & cartooning workshop
An interactive and creative workshop where artist Mark Guthrie will guide you through a step-by-step series of fun activities to develop cartoons and children's book illustrations. For ages 12-17

📅 Thu 9 April - 1 to 2.30pm
📍 St Kilda Library
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Youth-Led Meeting Training
Are you interested in learning the skills to run great meetings?
This workshop will inform you what goes into planning meetings, conducting meetings and what next steps might look like. For ages 15-25.

📅 Tuesday 14 April 
📍EcoCentre, St Kilda
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Luna Park Excursion
Join us for a day filled with iconic rides, new friends, and unforgettable moments. This free school holiday program for ages 12–18, is the perfect way to spend the break with friends and soak in the magic of Melbourne’s most iconic fun park.

📅 Wednesday 15 April 
📍Luna Park, St Kilda
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Barista Coffee Course
Led by an industry professional, this interactive workshop is perfect for young people looking to land café work or simply sharpen their coffee-making skills. Ideal for those interested in hospitality, customer service, or building job-ready skills. For ages 16-25.

📅 Friday 17 April 
📍Sol Green Community Centre, South Melbourne
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Port Play Tabletop Gaming & Art Festival
Port Play is a two-day tabletop game and art festival held across two St Kilda venues, featuring playable games, workshops, presentations, and a Makers Market. For all ages (free entry for 16 and under)

📅 Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 April 
📍St Kilda Town Hall & St Kilda Library
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RAWKUS Live all ages returns with a star-studded lineup of young local talent this April, hosted in the iconic Espy Basement.

Catch performances from Bonita Hablis, Milkpunch, Jasmin Adria, Stockings & Capgun.

📅 Sunday 12 April (1 to 4pm)
📍The Espy Basement, Hotel Esplanade St Kilda

Follow our Instagram page @coppyouthservices to find out about future events.

Meet new friends and get stuck into baking, photography, games, trampolining and more! For grades 6 to 9.

When: 4 to 6 pm - every Monday during school term
Where: St Kilda Adventure Playground
Cost: FREE
Register: You must fill out the registration form below before attending the program

Join our weekly gaming club and connect with other like-minded gamers. Battle it out in an epic Mario Kart or Smash Bros. tournament or give our VR headsets a go! Suitable for grades 7 to 12.

When: Every Thursday - 4 to 5.45 pm
Where: Emerald Hill Library, South Melbourne
Cost: FREE
How to register: You must fill out the registration form below before attending

The club for young readers and writers! Meet new friends and discuss all things reading!

Albert Park Library - First Wednesday of the month (4 to 5 pm) 

St Kilda Library - Second Wednesday of the month (4 to 5 pm) 

Cut, paste, develop, shape, carve, and mold your way into the weekend! Bring your own projects to work on or explore different mediums at our libraries monthly crafternoons.

St Kilda Library - First Friday of the month (4 to 5 pm) 

Albert Park Library - Second Friday of the month (4 to 5 pm)