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The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

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The best things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

Toddler-friendly activities for a day out in Melbourne that you'll enjoy too.

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Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.

Family events

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Firelight Festival

Melbourne’s epic winter festival returns to Docklands for three fiery nights.

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ArtVo

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

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Le Petit Wonders of the Sea: Kids High Tea

An enchanting under-the-sea themed High Tea designed especially for small explorers.

The MY Steve Irwin, formerly the flagship vessel for the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, painted in shades of blue camouflage colours, berthed in the water in Melbourne's Victoria Harbour, with tall city buildings in the background.

General Waste: Kids Ship Tour & Treasure Hunt

Kids can tour the MV Steve Irwin and take part in a treasure hunt with General Waste.

Kids activities

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Mosaic Monuments

A drop-in activity that invites families to step into the world of ancient Rome.

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Children's Play: Ragnar Kjartansson

A new children's exhibition by Ragnar Kjartansson, inspired by the idea of a theatrical feast.

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Winter School Holidays at Melbourne Museum

Enjoy a packed program of exciting activities that's fun for the whole family.

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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Kids shows

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Magic, Mirth and Mystery

Enjoy a family magic show at Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre.

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Bluey's Big Play

This is Bluey brought to real life as you’ve never seen it before.

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PAW Patrol Live: Race to the Rescue

The beloved pups of PAW Patrol hit the stage in this interactive live show.

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Songbirds

Come along to City Library on Fridays for songs, rhymes and stories.

Kids attractions

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Melbourne Zoo

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

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Melbourne Museum

Explore history, culture, science and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.

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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.

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Fitzroy Gardens

These historic gardens are home to the famous Cooks' Cottage.

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ArtVo

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

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ArtPlay

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

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Science Gallery Melbourne

A free gallery where arts and science collide.

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House Down Under

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

Polly Woodside sailing ship permanently moored at South Wharf.

Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside is a historic museum ship moored at South Wharf.

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Skyline Melbourne

See Melbourne's unbeatable city view from the Skyline Melbourne Ferris wheel.

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Iconic Melbourne experiences

Waterside views, hidden bars and amazing exhibitions.

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Hunters and Raiders

A world-first AR treasure hunt filled with clues, mystery and real-world adventure.

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The best family-friendly restaurants in Melbourne

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

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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.

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The best playgrounds in Melbourne

We've rounded up the best adventure parks and playgrounds.

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Claire Hooper: Fun Show xx

A rollercoaster of jokes from an adult who doesn’t want to die thinking; I said no to everything.