School holidays
Dates 
7 Jul - 17 Jul
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 Monday 7 July to Friday 18 July 2025.
School holiday deals and offers
HOYTS
Get $11 tickets for gentle and engaging movie sessions aimed at pre-school aged children.
School holiday events
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.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Magical Movie Singalong Cruise
Enjoy a Magical Musical Movie Cruise adventure along the Yarra River.
The Melbourne Magic Festival
Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.
Winter School Holidays at Queen Vic Market
Join in a fun-filled gardening experience at Queen Vic Market.
Mid-Winter Medieval Medicines at Fitzroy Gardens
Join a fun and educational kids’ activity exploring Cooks' Cottage and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens.
The Making of LEGO Star Wars
Unlock LEGO mastery with Ryan McNaught, Australia’s only LEGO Certified Professional.
Tim Credible’s Family Magic Show
Magic, fun and amazement for the whole family in this school holiday show.
The Underground: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.
Taylor Swift Theme Silent Disco Walking Tour of Melbourne
Join a sing-a-long tour of the city with other Swifties.
Musical Storytime: Bila's Big Dance
Introduce your children to the magic of live music with Orchestra Victoria!
The Great Armando's Magia Magia
Welcome to a world of wonder, jaw-dropping illusions, laughter and pure magic.
Plans For The Planet: Olaf Breuning For Kids
Created by artist Olaf Breuning this exhibition invites kids to explore the natural environment.
World of Wonders
Magic is about more than just tricks. It can tell a story. Introduce you to new worlds.
Circus Tent: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.
Homage to Turner Group Exhibition
A group exhibition bringing together contemporary painters that pay homage to J.M.W Turner.
Detective Agency: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.
Secret Door: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.
Cats & Dogs
From cattle dogs to lap dogs, divine felines to cat superstitions, explore more than 250 works.
Polymer Clay Workshop
Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.
The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Celebrate
A performance and making workshop made by kids for their peers (ages 8-11).
Caught in a Trap: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.
The Mad Hatter's Mega Magic Show
A hilarious magic show performed by award-winning magician Tim Ellis.
The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Repair
A performance and making workshop designed by kids for their peers (ages 8 to 11).
School Holiday Street Art Workshops
Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist this school holidays.
The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Repair
A performance and making workshop designed by kids for their peers (ages 5 to 7 years).
Theme Park: Holiday Program
An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 7-10 years.
Kids attractions
Apsis VR: Virtual Reality Escape Room
Explore story-driven adventures in your choice of puzzle-solving escape rooms with VR headsets.
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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