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23 Sep – 2 Oct

Grand Final Long Weekend at Queen Vic Market

  • Free
  • Family and kids

Catch the footy fever at Queen Vic Market this Grand Final, with exciting activities for the whole family.

Join in school holiday play days, featuring free footy skills sessions, handball challenges and ball games led by umpire-dressed coaches. Plus, free footy medals to be won.

On 26 September, don’t miss the Grand Final Public Holiday spectacular. Meet two professional footy players: Lewis Young (Carlton) and Ben McKay (Essendon) from 12pm–2pm for handball coaching, Q&A time, photos and autographs. You can also enjoy live MC entertainment, skill challenges and more giveaways to keep the whole family involved.

With plenty of delicious food vendors on-site, it’s the ultimate day out this Grand Final weekend.

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Date Times
Tue 23 Sep
  • 10am - 2pm 10:00am - 2:00pm
Thu 25 Sep
  • 10am - 2pm 10:00am - 2:00pm
Fri 26 Sep
  • 10am - 2pm 10:00am - 2:00pm
Tue 30 Sep
  • 10am - 2pm 10:00am - 2:00pm
Thu 2 Oct
  • 10am - 2pm 10:00am - 2:00pm

Location

Queen Victoria Market
Queen St
Melbourne 3000

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This is a free event

Booking not required

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  • telephone number: 03 9320 5822
  • email address: info@qvm.com.au
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