Got a little mate who loves musicals, theatre shows, circus and plays? These are Melbourne's best shows for kids you need to book ASAP.

Performances for families

Melbourne Magic Show

Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

How to Train Your Dragon in Concert

How to Train Your Dragon in Concert

Experience the fire-breathing action and epic adventure with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

Yong

Yong

Mixing historical fact and narrative fiction, moving from China to the goldfields of Australia.

Dog Man: The Musical

Dog Man: The Musical

When evil cats and cyborg fish threaten the city, it's time to call in the ultimate good boy!

Kids attractions

ArtPlay

ArtPlay

A creative arts centre for children to share unique experiences with professional artists.

Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.

ArtVo

ArtVo

An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.

Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo

Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne.

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Free things to do with kids in Melbourne

Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.

The best family-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

The best family-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

Grab a bite at one of these kid-approved and pram-friendly spots.

School holidays

School holidays

Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.

Last updated on Thu 27 Mar 2025

Only In The City

Melbourne's essential night-time events

Melbourne's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.

Regent Theatre

Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of Melbourne’s premier live performance venues.

Only in the City

Only in the City

This city hums with energy - with hidden laneway cafes, rooftop bars, art and culture at every turn.

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Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical
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Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical

Smells Like a Song is an improvised musical performed by Impro Melbourne.

Cirque du Soleil: Corteo

Cirque du Soleil: Corteo

A theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity in a festive parade imagined by a clown.

The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter

The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter

Join Baloo and Mowgli as they reunite in this heart warming and high-energy stage musical.

Tim Credible’s Family Magic Show

Tim Credible’s Family Magic Show

Magic, fun and amazement for the whole family in this school holiday show.