If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the kids, MAP mima (Multi-Arts Pavilion Lake Macquarie, mima) is a place where creativity, play and imagination take centre stage.
Run by Lake Macquarie City Council, MAP mima in Speers Point Park is more than just a gallery. It’s a vibrant, welcoming space designed for kids to explore, create and be themselves, whether that’s through hands-on art, sensory experiences, storytelling, or simply exploring the sculpture garden with a coffee stop along the way.
MAP mima has been created with families in mind. There are indoor and outdoor spaces to explore, an outdoor sculpture garden, a family-friendly café, and a relaxed atmosphere where kids don’t have to sit still or stay quiet.
Drop in for a major event, join a workshop, or just pop in to explore the exhibitions. MAP mima is bursting with colour, creativity and kid‑powered fun all year long, many of which are free or low-cost.
Check out upcoming events.
Mother’s Club
Drop into Mother’s Club, a weekly event at MAP mima. Mother’s Club offers a beautiful opportunity for mums and dads to slow down, connect, and enjoy meaningful time with their babies in a calm and welcoming space.
Held in the immersive Projection Cube, this special experience surrounds you with soothing garden vistas and lush forest scenes, paired with gentle music and tranquil soundscapes. Together, these elements create a peaceful sanctuary where both you and your little one can relax and unwind.
Designed with parents and infants in mind, Mother’s Club is more than just a sensory experience—it’s a chance to bond, recharge, and feel supported. Come along, meet other parents, and give yourself (and your baby) the gift of a truly restful, nurturing experience. Find out more.
Digitales: Storytime and Art
Stories meet digital magic and creative play. Come along to the Multi-Arts Pavilion (MAP mima) for a storytime adventure like no other! Immerse yourself in a digital story projected on the big screen, then spark your creativity with a hands-on art activity.Perfect for young imaginations. Suitable for ages 2-5. Monthly Thursdays through 2026. Next session: Thursday 16 July 10am -10:45am. Bookings are essential. Find out more.
ART PLAY – Monthly Family Art Sessions
ART PLAY sessions run monthly at MAP Mima on Sundays and are all about hands-on creativity for the whole family. No art skills required – just curiosity, imagination and a willingness to get involved together. It runs monthly on Sundays through 2026 from 10am – 11:30am. Next session: Sunday 9 August, 10 -11:30am. Find out more.
For more information about MAP mima, visit the Lake Macquarie City Council website.