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The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

The best playgrounds in Melbourne

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

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.

Diwali Stompers

Diwali Stompers

Join a special Diwali Stompers at Kathleen Syme Library.

Exhibition: 30 Years of Nature Book Illustration
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Exhibition: 30 Years of Nature Book Illustration

An exhibition celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Environment Award for Children’s Literature.

Conquer NF in Colour

Conquer NF in Colour

Not just a run – but a party on the move – and a fundraising event for kids living with tumours.

The Sunday Market at Southgate
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The Sunday Market at Southgate

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

ACCA Family Art Day: Tennant Creek Brio

ACCA Family Art Day: Tennant Creek Brio

A free art-making program for children (3–10 years) and families in the Melbourne Arts Precinct.

Rainbow Art Class
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Rainbow Art Class

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

ACMI Preschoolers
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ACMI Preschoolers

A fun, free program created for 2-5 year-olds to enjoy ACMI with their parent, grandparent or carer.

Imaginator
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Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

Dog Lovers Festival
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Dog Lovers Festival

The Dog Lovers Festival celebrates its 10th year and runs alongside the Cat Lovers Festival.

Cat Lovers Festival
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Cat Lovers Festival

The ever popular Cat Lovers Festival returns to the Melbourne Showgrounds.

Age of Brass

Age of Brass

A musical family friendly celebration of more than 150 years of the Footscray-Yarraville City Band.

The Rockstar and the Krill
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The Rockstar and the Krill

Join for an all-singing, all-dancing free show for families.

Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

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

Melbourne Zoo

Melbourne Zoo

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

Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museum

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

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

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

Fitzroy Gardens

Fitzroy Gardens

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

ArtVo

ArtVo

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

ArtPlay

ArtPlay

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

Science Gallery Melbourne

Science Gallery Melbourne

A free gallery where arts and science collide.

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.

House Down Under

House Down Under

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

Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside

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

Monopoly Dreams

Monopoly Dreams

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

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Melbourne's best old-school diners

Melbourne's best old-school diners

Craving a slice of nostalgia? Kick it oldschool at these classic diners and retro eateries. 

Where to buy the best jeans in Melbourne

Where to buy the best jeans in Melbourne

Shop vintage denim, mom jeans, wide leg pants and more.

The best new hotels in Melbourne

The best new hotels in Melbourne

You don't need to be from out-of-town to enjoy these luxury city escapes.

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Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.

Victoria Police Museum

Victoria Police Museum

Explore the social history of policing through interactive displays and over 300 collection items.

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 things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

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.