School holidays

Until 31 Jan

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Exhibition

Celebrate 40 years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at this immersive exhibition.

22 – 23 Jan

Hands-on with a New Material at M Pavilion

Make your own vivid objects and go beyond petrochemical plastics.

Until 21 Jan

Create Your Own Book

A workshop where children become the authors, illustrators and designers.

Until 21 Apr

Kusama for Kids

Children and families can enjoy NGV's Kusama for Kids, a free interactive installation.

Until 27 Feb

Outdoor Cinema

Enjoy a program of free outdoor cinema on the Big Screen, from blockbusters to Dolly Parton faves.

Until 15 Jun

Rain

An intimate and interactive installation for you to experience together with your family.

Until 31 Jan

Buzz about Bees: Cottage Quest

This summer, send your little explorers on an exciting, bee-themed scavenger hunt like no other.

House Down Under

Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.

Until 27 Jan

Summer School Holidays at Melbourne Museum

Heat up your summer fun with performances, hands-on experiences, and workshops.

Until 31 Jan

Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

Monopoly Dreams

Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.

Until 25 Jan

The Twits

Roald Dahl’s gruesome twosome The Twits return this January.

Until 25 Jan

The Wind in the Willows

Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank is brought to life.

23 Jan

Zindzi & The Zillionaires

Step into the world of the Zillionaires with this performance overflowing with joy, and kindness.

Until 10 Mar

Antopia

Shrink down to enter the fascinating world of ants in a new interactive digital exhibition.

Until 31 Mar

The Fans Strike Back: The Exhibition

A spectacular showcase of Star Wars memorabilia.

Until 27 Jan

Summer School Holidays Colouring Activity

A free take-home colouring activity to keep the kids entertained during the summer school holidays.

Until Dec 2025

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

Until 30 Jun

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

Until 21 Jan

School Holiday Workshop: Enter Stage Left

Write, direct and perform your own play and present it live on stage at The Channel.

Until 22 Jan

School Holiday Workshop: Instant Rockstar

Unleash your inner rockstar in this interactive music workshop, tour and photoshoot.

Until Dec 2025

Last Post Service

Every Sunday, pause to remember those who have served and sacrificed.

Until 24 Jan

Shrine School Holiday Program: Millions of Medals

From badge-making workshops to ribbon designs, this summer brings new ways to explore the Shrine.

Until 24 Apr

Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.

Until 22 Jan

Premium Busking Auditions

Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.

Until 28 Feb

Tiny Tours: Whale to Tail

Embark on a Whale to Tail adventure, where even the smallest details reveal life's biggest secrets.

Until 25 Apr

Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

22 Jan

Summer Slime

Get down and slimy at Library at The Dock.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

Until 9 Jun

Polymer Clay Workshop

Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.

Until 22 Mar

MPavilion

MPavilion Season 11 is set to become a summer design destination in Melbourne.

21 Jan – 2 Feb

Queen Vic Market: Australian Open Pop-up

Channel your inner champion, with tennis equipment provided and tennis coaches to guide you.

26 Jan

Share the Spirit

Victoria's largest and longest running Indigenous festival.

Until 28 Feb

Saboteurs

An 'Among Us' style game played in real life.

23 Jan

Family Art Day: The Charge That Binds

Visit ACCA for a free art-making program designed for families.

Until 15 Jun

Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop

At Melbourne Paint Lab you can splash, splatter and drip paint to unleash your inner artist.

Until 25 Jan

School Holiday Street Art Workshop

Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist.

22 Jan

Summer Lego Fun

Build up a summer scene from Lego bricks at this Southbank Library afternoon activity.

Until 30 Jun

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

Until 20 Jul

Cats & Dogs

From cattle dogs to lap dogs, divine felines to cat superstitions, explore more than 250 works.

21 Jan

Game Making

Make your own games at this fun activity at City Library.

Until 30 Jun

The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

24 Jan

Lion Dance Workshop

Learn about the origins, myths and legends of the lion dance at City Library.

23 Jan

Lion Dance Workshop

Learn about the origins, myths and legends of the lion dance at Southbank Library.

Until 23 Apr

Resin Art Class: Tray and Cheeseboard

Make abstract art and discover the magic of working with resin.

26 Jan

Australia Day Open Day at Government House

Explore the State Apartments, picnic on the Western Lawn, and enjoy a variety of roving performers.

Until 31 Mar

123 Boom!

Enjoy an explosive real-life arcade game experience with your friends.

24 Jan

Paper Rockets

Make you own paper rocket at this fun activity for children.