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
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Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

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 Wed 30 Jul 2025

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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.

Melbourne’s most Instagrammable experiences

Melbourne’s most Instagrammable experiences

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Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker

Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker

An interactive ballet experience for children, from The Australian Ballet.

Big Christmas Spectacular

Big Christmas Spectacular

Iconic jingles, hilarious Santa moments and world-class show dancing, perfect for all ages.

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

Ballet’s most iconic story is returning to Melbourne this Christmas.

African Music and Cultural Festival

African Music and Cultural Festival

Celebrate the best of African culture with music, food, fashion, film, dance and art.