Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities. There's plenty of free, low-cost 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

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Kids 14 years and under can enjoy free entry across rounds 16-19 of the AFL Premiership season.

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Marvel Stadium

Kids 14 years and under can enjoy free entry across rounds 16-19 of the AFL Premiership season.

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Arbory Bar and Eatery

Kids eat free on AFL game days with every adult meal purchased. Sat & Sun only. 11am-late.

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HOYTS

Get $11 tickets for gentle and engaging movie sessions aimed at pre-school aged children.

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HOYTS

Get $11 tickets for gentle and engaging movie sessions aimed at pre-school aged children.

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House Down Under

Get 20% off all tickets with promo code FIRELIGHT20 from 4 to 6 July.

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Kayak Melbourne

See Firelight from the water! Watch the festival light up the harbour with a special 1.5 hour tour.

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Sebel Melbourne Docklands

Get complimentary onsite parking and a MOR car diffuser with a two-night stay this winter.

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The District Docklands

From lunch specials to ice-skating adventures, offers run Monday to Thursday.

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Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

Get 3 activities for $36 including a 1-hour unlimited game pass and bowling or laser tag.

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Circus Arcana

Use code 'WHATSONMELB' at checkout for 25% off tickets until end of year.

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School holiday events

Christmas in July at the Corner Market

Christmas in July at the Corner Market

Step into a winter wonderland these school holidays with a magical Christmas in July market.

Jams for Juniors: Polovtsian Dances

Jams for Juniors: Polovtsian Dances

Children aged 0–5 can explore, play and join in at this popular 30-minute musical workshop.

NAIDOC Week Family Day

NAIDOC Week Family Day

Celebrate NAIDOC Week at Melbourne Museum's Family Day.

Firelight Festival

Firelight Festival

Epic free winter festival with fire performers, light installations, live music and foodie feasts.

Circus Tent: Holiday Program

Circus Tent: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.

Learn to Fence

Learn to Fence

Learn how to fence in these introductory school holiday sessions.

Metro Tunnel HQ: Christmas in July

Metro Tunnel HQ: Christmas in July

Pop by for some festive cheer and join in the fun.

Detective Agency: Holiday Program

Detective Agency: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.

School Holiday Kids Silent Disco Walking Tour

School Holiday Kids Silent Disco Walking Tour

Head out with the kids on a special school holiday silent disco walking tour of the city.

Magic Time with Mason

Magic Time with Mason

Mason Fewster presents 45 minutes of mind-boggling magic, unexpected laughs and tricks.

Ancient Ruins: Holiday Program

Ancient Ruins: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.

Theme Park: Holiday Program

Theme Park: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 7-10 years.

The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Repair

The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Repair

A performance and making workshop designed by kids for their peers (ages 8 to 11).

LEGO Star Wars Brickman Masterclasses

LEGO Star Wars Brickman Masterclasses

Get ready to unlock the secrets of LEGO mastery in this class.

The Underground: Holiday Program

The Underground: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.

Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical
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Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical

Smells Like a Song is an improvised musical performed by Impro Melbourne.

The Best Of The Magic Fest

The Best Of The Magic Fest

Catch a different show every night of The Melbourne Magic Festival.

The Quizzical Mr Jeff

The Quizzical Mr Jeff

Watch amazing circus, hilarious antics and impossible magic.

The Great Kaplan

The Great Kaplan

A modern-day vaudevillian master.

Eric LeClerc: Mr E Family Magic

Eric LeClerc: Mr E Family Magic

Don't miss this superstar international guest and Canadian champion of magic.

The Tricky Nick Magic Show

The Tricky Nick Magic Show

Strap in for an unpredictable rollercoaster ride through the weird mind of Tricky Nick.

Tim Credible’s Family Magic Show

Tim Credible’s Family Magic Show

Magic, fun and amazement for the whole family in this school holiday show.

The Great Armando's Magia Magia

The Great Armando's Magia Magia

Welcome to a world of wonder, jaw-dropping illusions, laughter and pure magic.

Once Upon a Rhyme

Once Upon a Rhyme

Kids will love this magical, musical romp through fairy tales and nursery rhymes.

The Mad Hatter's Mega Magic Show

The Mad Hatter's Mega Magic Show

A hilarious magic show performed by award-winning magician Tim Ellis.

Tobias Dostal: The Bright Side of Light

Tobias Dostal: The Bright Side of Light

Don't miss this superstar in the world of magic.

Musical Storytime: Bila's Big Dance

Musical Storytime: Bila's Big Dance

Introduce your children to the magic of live music with Orchestra Victoria!

Taylor Swift Theme Silent Disco Walking Tour of Melbourne

Taylor Swift Theme Silent Disco Walking Tour of Melbourne

Join a sing-a-long tour of the city with other Swifties.

Run Melbourne Kids Dash

Run Melbourne Kids Dash

The perfect way to get the whole family moving and into the running spirit.

The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Celebrate

The Other Side of the Wall: Help Them Celebrate

A performance and making workshop made by kids for their peers (ages 8-11).

The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala Show

The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala Show

The annual celebration of the art of close-up magic returns.

Shrink Ray: Holiday Program

Shrink Ray: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.

Magical Movie Singalong Cruise

Magical Movie Singalong Cruise

Enjoy a Magical Musical Movie Cruise adventure along the Yarra River.

Crafty Kids' Lab with Yuval Zommer

Crafty Kids' Lab with Yuval Zommer

A fun-filled workshop that’s all about nature and creativity.

Secret Door: Holiday Program

Secret Door: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 8-12 years.

Jungle Dance Party

Jungle Dance Party

A high-energy jungle-themed boogie party event designed specifically for families.

Lava!: Holiday Program

Lava!: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 7-10 years.

Winter School Holidays at Queen Vic Market

Winter School Holidays at Queen Vic Market

Join in a fun-filled gardening experience at Queen Vic Market.

School Holiday Street Art Workshops

School Holiday Street Art Workshops

Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist this school holidays.

The Making of LEGO Star Wars

The Making of LEGO Star Wars

Unlock LEGO mastery with Ryan McNaught, Australia’s only LEGO Certified Professional.

ACCA Family Art Day: Five Acts of Love

ACCA Family Art Day: Five Acts of Love

A free exhibition and art-making program designed for families with young children.

Ghost Hunt: Holiday Program

Ghost Hunt: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 7-10 years.

Caught in a Trap: Holiday Program

Caught in a Trap: Holiday Program

An inspiring school holiday program for young creative writers and storytellers, aged 10-14 years.

Melbourne Museum Family Sleepover
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Melbourne Museum Family Sleepover

Join Melbourne Museum premium sleepover for a once-in-a-lifetime night with your family.

The Melbourne Magic Festival

The Melbourne Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

Magic Beach

Magic Beach

Alison Lester’s beloved children’s book is brought to life by ten animators.

Cats & Dogs
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Cats & Dogs

From cattle dogs to lap dogs, divine felines to cat superstitions, explore more than 250 works.

Playbound Festival

Playbound Festival

Melbourne City's winter school holidays festival for kids and their families

Creative Lab: Bug Out

Creative Lab: Bug Out

Uncover the wild world of bugs through colour, creativity, and play.

Camo Quest: School Holiday Program

Camo Quest: School Holiday Program

Explore the Shrine these school holidays and discover how soldiers stay hidden in plain sight.

Mid-Winter Medieval Medicines at Fitzroy Gardens

Mid-Winter Medieval Medicines at Fitzroy Gardens

Join a fun and educational kids’ activity exploring Cooks' Cottage and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens.

The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter

The Jungle Book: The Next Chapter

Join Baloo and Mowgli as they reunite in this heart warming and high-energy stage musical.

What Animal Are You?

What Animal Are You?

Come and sculpt a human-animal hybrid (ages 5 to 8 years).

123Boom!
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123Boom!

Tackle challenges, and beat the bomb before time runs out.

Tiny Tours: Ant to Apple
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Tiny Tours: Ant to Apple

Light the spark of curiosity and explore the museum like you never have before.

Lightscape
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Lightscape

New sights. New sounds. A whole new journey.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Dive into an immersive adventure with Nintendo’s Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

Tiny Tours: Whale to Tail
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Tiny Tours: Whale to Tail

Discover the fascinating world of dinosaurs and fossils at Melbourne Museum.

Chocolate Family Adventure Day
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Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

Little Builders

Little Builders

An indoor sandbox space where kids can dig, build and explore.

Prison Island
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Prison Island

An immersive challenge experience with 34 uniquely designed cells.

Mr Wolf Game
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Mr Wolf Game

An immersive 'play in real life game' for kids aged five to ten.

Saboteurs
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Saboteurs

An 'Among Us' style game played in real life.

Rainbow Art Class
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Rainbow Art Class

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

Plans For The Planet: Olaf Breuning For Kids
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Plans For The Planet: Olaf Breuning For Kids

Created by artist Olaf Breuning this exhibition invites kids to explore the natural environment.

Melbourne Magic Show

Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

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.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Free Kids Explorer Bus
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Free Kids Explorer Bus

Children ride free on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop
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Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop

At Melbourne Paint Lab you can splash, splatter and drip paint to unleash your inner artist.

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners
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Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

Kokedama Workshop
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Kokedama Workshop

Enjoy a beginner's workshop and learn how to make a little moss ball plant.

Polymer Clay Workshop
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Polymer Clay Workshop

Create beautiful pairs of earrings and necklaces using polymer clay in this fun workshop.

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop
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Polymer Clay Earring Workshop

Create beautiful jewellery in this fun workshop.

LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition
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LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition

Step into a world of epic battles, spaceships and landscapes from a galaxy far, far away.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

A Conversation with Plants: Eco-Dyeing Workshop

A Conversation with Plants: Eco-Dyeing Workshop

Connect with plant wisdom and create your own dyed paper in this meditative eco-art workshop.

Family attractions

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.

IMAX

IMAX

Delivering an immersive movie experience on the world's largest screen.

ACMI

ACMI

Museum dedicated to the moving image through events, film screenings and exhibitions.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

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

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

Monopoly Dreams

Monopoly Dreams

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

House Down Under

House Down Under

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

ArtVo

ArtVo

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

O'Brien Icehouse

O'Brien Icehouse

Ice arena for public skating and ice sports events, located in Docklands.

Skyline Melbourne

Skyline Melbourne

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

ArtPlay

ArtPlay

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

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