Children and young people in Alice Springs/ Mparntwe as well as remote communities in Central Australia will have access to a range of free activities these summer school holidays backed by an investment by the federal government.

The announcement of $3.2 million to support community organisations and local councils across the region to help deliver youth programs and holiday activities for the next two years will see a variety of activities and adventures for young people and children.

Federal Minister for Indigenous Australians, Malarndirri McCarthy, said her government was "committed to delivering youth initiatives that provide far reaching benefits for all communities in Central Australia, including those in remote locations".

"Our summer holiday program investment will ensure young people in Central Australia can take part in fun and healthy activities," Senator McCarthy said.

Young people in the remote communities of Yuendumu, Santa Teresa and Areyonga will be invited to weekly splash parties, whilst children from neighbouring communities have the chance to attend circus groups, fashion design, song writing and cooking workshops

In Mparntwe/Alice Springs, activities include roller skating, laser tag, bike riding, a skate park DJ, arts and crafts, a cinema session, splash parties and ten pin bowling.

Furthermore, the Northern Territory government's has announced the Alice Springs Aquatic Centre will be free over the summer period.

"Engaging in these sorts of activities is good for well-being and will encourage positive social behaviours that benefit young people, families and the wider Central Australia community," Senator McCarthy said.

Local federal MP Marion Scrymgour said she welcomed the funding for the Summer in Central Australia program, noting the activities offered children and young people a variety of fun and enjoyable experiences whilst simultaneously enhancing physical and mental well-being.

"School holiday programs are critically important for developing young people's independence, decision-making skills and self-esteem," Ms Scrymgour said.

She said she was proud of the government, with the activities to "keep our children and young people safe over the holiday period".

The federal government said the program will build on last year's success, which saw more than 20,000 attendances at events, in turn helping to reduce youth-related antisocial behaviour.

The government has set aside $9.2 million from this year's budget to help strengthen community safety as part of their $250 million 'A Better, Safer Future for Central Australia (Central Australia Plan)'.