Supported Holidays & Social Groups
Civic offers a variety of evening, weekend and holiday programs designed by and for people with disability seeking to lead a full, active and enriching life. Whether you’re looking to take part in a social event, discover a new interest, escape on an annual break, or simply connect with others, explore our programs below.
What we Offer
- Friday Evening Programs – a 12-week program of support offering a wide range of activities and events tailored to meet a variety of interests.
- Weekend Adventures – enjoy a 12-week program of exciting outings, activities and adventures.
- Holiday Programs – our supported holidays are designed to ensure your peace of mind while travelling to a wide range of memorable destinations.
Why Choose our Programs?
- Personalised support – our experienced team will provide supports customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable outing, activity or holiday.
- Accessible activities – our programs include a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
- Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Our Friday and Weekend Programs run in South East and South West Sydney. All Supported Holiday Programs depart from Sydney (Sutherland Shire).
To join an evening, weekend or holiday program, call 1300MYCIVIC (1300 692 484) or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
Let’s explore with Civic’s Social Groups and Holidays!
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All Elite Wrestling Brisbane
Friday February 14, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Brisbane
Experience the thrill of live action and the excitement of All Elite Wrestling in Brisbane!
Join us for a weekend of high-flying action as we join the best in professional wrestling as they take over Brisbane.
You’ll travel from Sydney to Brisbane where you’ll first get to explore the famous Southbank precinct and beach before experiencing VIP access to AEW Live.
From high-flying moves to intense showdowns, you’ll be part of the action with this exclusive supported holiday from Civic.
What to expect:
Access to AEW Live - Feel the rush of adrenaline as you watch top wrestlers live in action!
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Tasmania
Monday February 24, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Tasmania
Experience the beauty, historical sites and culinary delights of stunning Tasmania
Join us for five days exploring the beautiful sights of Tasmania.
You’ll fly from Sydney to Tasmania, where you’ll dive into a historic adventure, taking part in a tour of Battery Point, arguably Hobart’s most charming suburb. You’ll also enjoy exploring convict settlements including the World Heritage Port Arthur Historic Site, which includes more than 30 ruins.
During the trip you’ll enjoy waterfront dining options where you will sample a taste of Tasmania, before choosing from a trip to either Bruny Island or Bay of Fires.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Perth
Monday March 24, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Perth
Experience an island adventure filled with a rich history, incredible coastal scenes and unique animal encounters!
Join us as we fly to from Sydney to experience the very best that Perth has to offer.
Highlights of this trip will include taking in the stunning landscape and cultural significance of Rottnest Island; exploring the port city of Fremantle via the hop-on, hop-o bus; and experiencing the sights and sounds of Western Australia’s capital, Perth.
Take your adventures all the way to WA with this supported holiday from Civic
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Dubbo
Thursday April 3, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Dubbo
All aboard as we take a scenic train ride to Dubbo!
Board the train from Sydney and wind your way on a scenic trail through the Blue Mountains, Orange and more as we explore the best that Dubbo has to offer!
Visit the famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo, wander through the historic grounds and experience 19th century prison life at Dubbo Old Gaol, or be mesmerised under the stars at Dubbo Observatory at night.
Experience Dubbo by train with this supported holiday from Civic.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Adelaide
Monday April 28, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Adelaide
Travel in luxury across the Australian landscape, on board the Indian Pacific.
Our adventure begins as we fly to Adelaide to experience a celebration of fabulous food and world-class wine at the ‘Flavours of South Australia Welcome Dinner’, before settling into a cabin on board the Indian Pacific train.
Over the next two days, we journey through the beautiful Australian landscape, stopping off at Broken Hill for a choice of guided history, arts and cultural experiences in one of Australia’s most famous outback towns.
We’ll go on to take in the stunning Blue Mountains, where a choice of adventures awaits at Scenic World, before completing our journey back to Sydney on this supported holiday from Civic.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Japan
Monday May 19, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Japan
Enjoy the ultimate Japan Disneyland and Universal Studios theme park experience.
Join us as we fly to Japan for a fun-filled Tokyo Disneyland, DisneySea and Universal Studios adventure.
The excitement starts with visits to Disneyland and DisneySea, where you can meet your favourite Disney characters, marvel at the parades, rides and more in the eight different themed areas of the Disney Sea Park, ‘Where Adventure and Imagination Set Sail.’
Spend a day discovering the culture in Tokyo, before the fun continues in Osaka where we travel by bullet train to immerse ourselves in Super Nintendo Mario World, Monster Hunter World and the magical experience of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the Universal Studios Japan theme park!
You can also choose to visit Nara Park, walk through the ancient capital of Kyoto, visit Mt Fuji’s 5th Station to take in the stunning views, or walk through the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. No matter which you choose, you are sure to have an adventure packed trip.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Please note, for this trip a current Passport is required.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Bathurst
Friday May 23, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Bathurst
Discover Mt Panorama, Abercrombie Caves and more as we explore the best of Bathurst by bus!
All aboard the Civic bus, as we make our way to Bathurst, where we will settle into accommodation before heading out for dinner.
Refreshed and ready to go, we will explore the famous Mt Panorama - the spiritual home of Australian motor racing - go on a magical underground journey at the mesmerising Abercrombie Caves, which boast the largest natural arch in the southern hemisphere, and go back in time at the historic Bathurst railway museum
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Uluru
Tuesday June 17, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Uluru
Enjoy Uluru by sunset and so much more, at the spiritual heart of Australia.
Our ultimate Outback adventure begins with a flight to Uluru, to explore the town centre before attending the Rock Resort lookout, for a once in a lifetime view of Uluru changing colours as the sun sets under the stars.
Whilst there you’ll have the option of participating in cultural activities learning about the land and country, from star gazing, didgeridoo making, dot painting workshops and camel safaris.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Hamilton Island
Monday June 23, 2025
Program type: supported holiday Location: Hamilton Island
Experience the beauty and wonder of the Whitsundays
As one of Australia’s most spectacular and sought-after holiday destinations, you'll be surrounded by pristine white beaches and an abundance of coral and marine life as we explore the best Hamilton Island has to offer.
Whilst there you can choose to visit the Hamilton Island Wildlife Zoo, take in the scenery on a Southeast Head hike, explore the Hamilton Island Marina, or spend a fun day in the water with stand-up paddle board hire.
What to expect:
Personalised support – our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible activities – enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive community – meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome.
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
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Gold Coast
Monday August 4, 2025
Program type: supported holiday
Adventure awaits on the stunning Gold Coast! Join us for an unforgettable, action-packed trip, on land and sea!
This Gold Coast holiday will take you from Sydney to spend six days on the Gold Coast.
During the trip, highlights will include swimming at Surfer's Paradise, a visit to Sea World, surfing lessons and a jet boat ride.
Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, explore famous local attractions or try new activities, this supported holiday from Civic has you covered.
What to expect
Personalised Support - Our experienced team will provide 24/7 support, customised to your needs, to ensure an independent, comfortable holiday experience
Accessible Activities - Enjoy a wide range of tailored activities that are fully accessible and designed for all abilities
Inclusive Community - Meet new friends and create lasting memories in a supportive, social environment where everyone is welcome
Places are limited and bookings are essential! To find out more, call 1300 692 484 or email enquiries@civic.org.au.
