School holidays
Dates 
21 Sep - 6 Oct
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 September to Sunday 6 October 2024
School holiday events
Pigment Squad
Add your artistic touch to your favourite cartoon character figurine to create a unique masterpiece.
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
A stunning street art exhibition of museum quality, featuring over 180 Banksy artworks.
Victoria the T. Rex
An interactive exhibition starring the fossil skeleton of Victoria, a 66-million-year-old T. rex.
Ancient Egypt for Kids
A free exhibition for kids with objects, hands-on activities, and cinematic screenings.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Beings by Universal Everything
Move, dance and play in this interactive exhibition that will surprise and delight all ages.
Rainbow Buddies
An immersive Play In Real Life game for kids aged four to nine, at District Docklands.
The Magic Faraway Tree
Enter the Enchanted Wood at North Melbourne Library and create your own magical faraway tree.
Swiftie Singalong Cruise
Dress up in your favourite Taylor Swift-inspired outfit and cruise along the Yarra River in style.
The Bad Guys Escape Room
Join this escape room experience at Southbank Library these school holidays.
Alice in Wonderland
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole for an afternoon of crafting at North Melbourne Library.
Silly Storytime
Let’s get silly at this fun storytime at narrm ngarrgu Library these school holidays.
The Story of the Moving Image
An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Belongings: Objects and Family Life
An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
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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