*Update: Due to recent weather conditions and recent vandalism at John Street Oval and Queens Oval, all School Holiday Sports activities have been moved to the Cooktown Events Centre.
Cook Shire Council is hosting a series of free, fun activities for young people aged 10–17 years across the January 2026 school holidays. The program offers a mix of sport, games and outdoor activities, with all sessions supervised and delivered locally.
Registrations are required for each activity. Booking links are included below.
Fun Cricket
Tuesday 6 January 2026
Time: 3–5 PM
Location: Queens Oval, Botanic Gardens
Book here
Touch Footy & BBQ Dinner
Friday 9 January 2026 – 6–8 PM
Friday 23 January 2026 – 4–6 PM
Location: John Street Oval
Bookings:
• 9 January – Book here
• 23 January – Book here
Fun Soccer
Monday 12 January 2026 – 4–6 PM
Tuesday 20 January 2026 – 4–6 PM
Location: John Street Oval
Bookings:
• 12 January – Book here
• 20 January – Book here
Ball Games
Monday 19 January 2026
Time: 4–6 PM
Location: John Street Oval
Bookings: Book here
Youth-Focused Games
Wednesday 21 January 2026
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
Location: John Street Oval
Bookings: Book here
All activities are free to attend, but places are limited. Families are encouraged to register early to secure a spot.