School holidays

House Down Under

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

Monopoly Dreams

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

Until 31 Dec

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 11 Sep

Mr Wolf Game

An immersive 'play in real life game' for kids aged five to ten.

7 – 19 Jul

The Melbourne Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

8 – 12 Jul

Tobias Dostal: The Bright Side of Light

Don't miss this superstar in the world of magic.

8 – 12 Jul

Once Upon a Rhyme

Kids will love this magical, musical romp through fairy tales and nursery rhymes.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

8 – 12 Jul

The Quizzical Mr Jeff

Watch amazing circus, hilarious antics and impossible magic.

Until 13 Sep

Saboteurs

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

8 – 12 Jul

The Great Armando's Magia Magia

Welcome to a world of wonder, jaw-dropping illusions, laughter and pure magic.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

8 – 12 Jul

The Best Of The Magic Fest

Catch a different show every night of The Melbourne Magic Festival.

Until 31 Dec

Free Kids Explorer Bus

Children ride free on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

Until 20 Jul

Cats & Dogs

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

Until 17 Aug

Polymer Clay Workshop

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

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to Library at The Dock on Wednesdays for Songbirds: songs, rhymes and stories.

8 – 12 Jul

The Mad Hatter's Mega Magic Show

A hilarious magic show performed by award-winning magician Tim Ellis.

8 – 12 Jul

The Great Kaplan

A modern-day vaudevillian master.

Until 19 Dec

Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

8 – 12 Jul

Comedy Magic All Stars

A feast of comedy magic talent with a different line up each night.

Until 31 Aug

Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

9 Jul – 12 Nov

Premium Busking Auditions

Enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at the premium permit auditions.

Until 17 Aug

Kokedama Workshop

Enjoy a beginner's workshop to learn how to make a little moss ball plant.

12 Jul

Run Melbourne Kids Dash

The perfect way to get the whole family moving and into the running spirit.

8 – 12 Jul

Eric LeClerc: Mr E Family Magic

Don't miss this superstar international guest and Canadian champion of magic.

6 Jun – 5 Oct

Plans For The Planet: Olaf Breuning For Kids

Created by artist Olaf Breuning this exhibition invites kids to explore the natural environment.

Until 17 Aug

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 25 Sep

Rainbow Art Class

A guided art class for children, led by an artist and educator.

Until 8 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at City Library.

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to narrm ngarrgu Library on Wednesdays for Songbirds.

14 Jul

The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala Show

The annual celebration of the art of close-up magic returns.

7 Jul

The Melbourne Magic Festival Stage Magic Gala Show

The Melbourne Magic Festival's ever-popular one-night-only show.

Until 9 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at North Melbourne Library.

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to North Melbourne Library on Mondays and Wednesdays for Songbirds.

Until 12 Dec

Stompers

Head to City Library on Tuesdays to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun.

Until 11 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to East Melbourne Library on Thursdays for Songbirds: songs, rhymes and stories.

20 Jun – 10 Aug

Lightscape

New sights. New sounds. A whole new journey.

Until 31 Dec

Last Post Service

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

Until 28 Dec

The Sunday Market at Southgate

After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.

4 May – 26 Jan

LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition

Step into a world of epic battles, spaceships and landscapes from a galaxy far, far away.

Until 12 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler at narrm ngarrgu Library every Friday.

Until 17 Aug

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop

Create beautiful jewellery in this fun workshop.

Until 14 Sep

Belongings: Objects and Family Life

An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.

Until 11 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler at North Melbourne Library every Thursday.