School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities. There's plenty of free, low-cost and virtual events and family attractions to choose from.
When are the school holidays?
The school holidays in Victoria are from Saturday 21 December 2024 to Monday 27 January 2025.
School holiday events
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Exhibition
Celebrate 40 years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at this immersive exhibition.
Hands-on with a New Material at M Pavilion
Make your own vivid objects and go beyond petrochemical plastics.
Open Play Design
An interactive workshop for ages three to 10, puzzling through design challenges using felt shapes.
Boxwars at MPavilion
Block their socks off at Boxwars, the family activity that gives chaos a good name.
Kusama for Kids
Children and families can enjoy NGV's Kusama for Kids, a free interactive installation.
NGV Kids Summer Festival
Celebrate the new year with a burst of creativity and fun at the NGV Kids Summer Festival.
Outdoor Cinema
Enjoy a program of free outdoor cinema on the Big Screen, from blockbusters to Dolly Parton faves.
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.
Summer School Holidays at Melbourne Museum
Heat up your summer fun with performances, hands-on experiences, and workshops.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Alice in Wonderland
Lewis Carroll’s timeless classic is returning to Melbourne for a limited season at the Athenaeum.
The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank is brought to life.
Zindzi & The Zillionaires
Step into the world of the Zillionaires with this performance overflowing with joy, and kindness.
Alice in Wonderland
Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other.
Summer School Holidays Colouring Activity
A free take-home colouring activity to keep the kids entertained during the summer school holidays.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
School Holiday Workshop: Words From The Wireless
A podcasting workshop for curious kids and seasoned storytellers alike.
School Holiday Workshop: Enter Stage Left
Write, direct and perform your own play and present it live on stage at The Channel.
School Holiday Workshop: Instant Rockstar
Unleash your inner rockstar in this interactive music workshop, tour and photoshoot.
School Holiday Workshop: The Magic Workshop
Step behind the velvet curtain and uncover the mysteries of magic.
School Holiday Workshop: ArtGPT
An immersive music composition and graphic design workshop utilising AI technology.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Shrine School Holiday Program: Millions of Medals
From badge-making workshops to ribbon designs, this summer brings new ways to explore the Shrine.
Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.
Premium Busking Auditions
Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.
Tiny Tours: Whale to Tail
Embark on a Whale to Tail adventure, where even the smallest details reveal life's biggest secrets.
Polymer Clay Workshop
Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.
The Merry Wives of Windsor
A vibrant and eclectic adaption of the great Sir John Fallstaff’s last stand.
Family Art Day: The Charge That Binds
Visit ACCA for a free art-making program designed for families.
Kids attractions
Apsis VR: Virtual Reality Escape Room
Explore story-driven adventures in your choice of puzzle-solving escape rooms.
Riverslide Skate Park
The city's biggest skate park, overlooking the Yarra River and Birrarung Marr.
Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum
This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Melbourne Museum
Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
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