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The creators of Children are Stinky have done it again with their new show Brass Monkeys. Directed by Malia Walsh (heaps of stuff) and performed by Kyle Raftery and April Dawson (Lunar Circus, Circus Oz), are the perfect formula for combining circus skills and comedy for all ages. Performed in the beautiful Melba Spiegeltent as […]
Victoria’s newest Children’s Museum, MoPA: Museum of Play and Art has opened its doors in the heart of Geelong. The iconic Wintergarden building has been transformed into an immersive play space for children aged 1 to early primary, and their families. My kids and I headed down to Geelong to check it out. We were welcomed […]
Have you ever wanted to go skydiving without jumping out of a plane? iFLY Melbourne allows you to enjoy the sensation of free-falling from the sky without the need for a parachute and the best part is, kids can enjoy this experience from the young age of 3. Advertisement This impressive $15 million purpose-built vertical […]
A spectacular new jellyfish exhibit Ocean Invaders has arrived at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, just in time for the Summer School Holidays. Advertisement This $1.5 million sensory experience immerses families into the beautiful world of jellyfish, with over three zones filled with mesmerising displays. The exhibit gives kids the opportunity to get up close with […]
As the days grow warmer, the cherry orchards blossom and produce delicious cherries in Victoria. The main cherry growing regions are located in Eastern and Southern Victoria, the cherry season lasts around 3 months from November through to February. Not long enough! Cherry-picking is such a lovely day out for families. These are my top […]
MPavilion is hosting an inspired Summer Kids Program of free events highlighting off-the-grid living and kid-friendly workshops. Featured collaborators include designer-illustrator Beci Orpin, Melbourne Theatre Company, SIGNAL, Hattie Molloy, Climate Emergency Cinema, Westside Circus and Rock Academy. MPavilion’s January programming responds to the theme Unplugged: Energy Without Electricity. Circus play in the park with Westside […]
It’s that time of year where we say goodbye to 2019 and welcome in 2020. If you have small children and don’t want a late night, there are plenty of New Year’s Eve celebrations for families around Melbourne. RELATED: New Years Eve Celebrations with kids in Melbourne 2021 – 2022 Advertisement New Years Eve Family […]
Rain Room has captivated over half a million visitors worldwide and made its Australian debut at Jackalope Pavilion in St Kilda to a sell-out audience. Rain Room is excited to announce that it will be opening its doors for special Kids Sessions these summer holidays. If you haven’t experienced Rain Room yet, this is your […]
Christmas has arrived early at the Melbourne Recital Centre, with the beautiful tale of The Snowman accompanied by the Melbourne Recital Centre Orchestra. Performed in the magnificent Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, which is lined with plywood panels that resemble the back of instruments. The Snowman is brought to life by the live orchestra. Advertisement The Snowman is […]
American Express Openair Cinemas are returning to St Kilda this holiday season, with a line-up of films perfect for every member of the family. Running from 22 November until 20 December 2019, you can enjoy movies under the stars next to Melbourne’s iconic St Kilda Beach. See below for your chance to WIN 1 of […]
Professors from Oceania’s Saremcroft Wizarding Academy were on the lookout for new witches and wizards in Melbourne. My daughter is a huge Harry Potter fan, so any experience that entails dressing up in a Hermione robe we had to check it out. Just over an hour, this interactive magical steam train experience had us spellbound. Advertisement The Wizarding […]
Don’t mess with the Dummies latest show – Lions and Tigers and Dummies, OH MY! is now playing at the Wonderland Spiegeltent, behind Federation Square, as part of this years Melbourne Fringe Festival. This silly and unexpected show will leave you chuckling and smirking at the slapstick antics of three underprepared campers. Lions and Tigers and Dummies, OH MY! is a camping […]