Around a 5 minute drive from BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park, the Creative Play & Art Centre (CPAC) in Alfredton is an indoor play space designed around creativity, sensory exploration and hands-on fun for children.
Step inside a colourful world of interactive play where children can climb, build, explore, create and discover at their own pace. CPAC combines sensory play, imaginative spaces, art activities and physical play, making it a great option for younger families, especially on a rainy or cold Ballarat day.
What you’ll experience
- Sensory-rich play areas designed for hands-on exploration
- Interactive art and creative play stations
- Soft-play areas and tunnels
- A Ballarat-themed multi-level cubby house
- Colourful interactive walls, ball runs and other hands-on activities
- A glowing infinity-style sensory room
- Mini golf
- Spaces for imaginative and collaborative play
- An onsite café serving coffee, toasties, muffins, pizza slices, banana bread and other snacks
Best Time to Visit:
- Open Thursday–Tuesday, 9am–3pm, and Wednesday, 9am–4:30pm
- Sessions generally run for around 90 minutes
Suitable For:
- Families with young children
- Children who enjoy sensory and imaginative play
- Children of different abilities and sensory needs
- Parents looking for an indoor activity
Accessibility:
- Indoor venue with play areas designed for children of different abilities
- If your child has specific mobility or sensory requirements, it’s worth contacting CPAC before visiting so they can advise which areas will be most suitable
Time Needed:
Allow around 1.5 hours for a standard play session.
Insider Tip:
CPAC is one to keep in mind for a rainy Ballarat day. The kids can burn some energy and explore indoors and parents can grab a coffee or something to eat from the onsite café.
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