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Melbourne is set to host the new Now or Never Festival, a 17-day event running from 17 August until 2 September 2023. The festival will showcase art trails, sculptural illuminations, projections, a pop-up dome cinema, and loads of family-friendly fun. With more than 70 groundbreaking music performances, immersive digital art installations and daytime talks, Now […]
After six years of development, the highly anticipated Australian musical, Midnight the Musical, has premiered at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. The production presents a fresh take on the Cinderella tale that has captured the hearts of audiences for generations. Through innovative storytelling, Midnight the Musical elevates the original narrative to new heights, embracing a vision of […]
Visionary artist Memo Akten premieres the multi-screen AI exhibition – Distributed Consciousness at ACMI until June 16, 2024. Hosted in ACMI’s Gallery 2, the exhibition forms part of an ongoing international moving image art series, generously supported by ACMI’s Major Philanthropic Partner, Naomi Milgrom AC, and the Naomi Milgrom Foundation. Advertisement Image: Memo Akten Distributed […]
Family Fiesta is back in 2023, just in time for the winter school holidays. Presented by Monash University Performing Arts Centres (MPAC), families can enjoy four days of literature, art and live performances. The program will kick off with the world premiere of The Velveteen Rabbit by Born in a Taxi and continues with The Carnival […]
Discover a world of design and creativity at Up, Down and All Around: Daniel Emma for Kids, the latest NGV Kids Exhibition, brought to you by the talented Australian design duo, Daniel To and Emma Aiston of Daniel Emma. Up, Down and All Around: Daniel Emma for Kids marks Daniel Emma’s first-ever design project that […]
Mother’s Day is a chance to slow down and celebrate the mums, carers and special people who do so much for our families every day. Whether you are planning or organising something at the last minute, a beautifully curated hamper or thoughtful gift can make the day feel extra meaningful. Across Melbourne, local businesses are […]
The second edition of the inspiring exhibition Melbourne Now has opened at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Fed Square. The exhibition highlights the extraordinary work of more than 200 Victorian-based artists, designers, studios and firms whose practices are shaping the cultural landscape of Melbourne and Victoria. Melbourne Now will run until 20 August 2023. Advertisement […]
The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, presented by Scotts Osmocote is back in 2023, and it’s welcoming all garden-loving families, curious kids and city-goers for another year of horticultural magic. The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show will run from 29 March 2023 until 2 April 2023. Advertisement Image: Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show […]
Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers will return to the Dandenong Ranges this autumn from 25 March – 25 April 2023. Across five weeks, families will be able to experience and enjoy well over three million flowers, live entertainment, activities, delicious food, tractor rides, and so much more. See below for your chance to WIN 1 of […]
St Kilda Festival is back with a celebration of summer and local music, set against the spectacular natural beauty of the St Kilda foreshore. The free festival will take place from 18 – 19 February 2023 and will showcase a huge line-up of family-friendly entertainment and activities. Advertisement Image: Christine Anu Day 1 – First […]
Midsumma Festival will kick start 2023 with a fun and diverse program for kids & families. The festival program is packed with a rainbow of events that highlight emerging and mainstream LGBTQIA+ arts and culture. With over 10 events for kids & families to enjoy there will be plenty to keep the little ones occupied. […]
It’s that time of year when the best Tennis players from around the world head to Melbourne Park for the Australian Open. Running from 16 – 29 January 2023, the Australian Open will host more fun for kids than ever before. The AO Ballpark is back, and AO Tennis Club is an entirely new precinct dedicated to […]