Category: Festival
NGV Kids Summer Festival & Kids on Tour 2026 is returning this January with a vibrant week of free family-friendly activities designed to inspire creativity, movement and imagination. Running 10 – 16 January 2026 at NGV International and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, this annual summer festival continues to be one of Melbourne’s most […]
Cherry Season has returned to CherryHill Orchards for 2025, marking the shift from spring blossoms to ripe fruit and the start of one of Victoria’s most popular summer activities. Each year, CherryHill Orchards marks the final event on its calendar with cherry picking across its two Yarra Valley locations. As a third-generation family-run business, this […]
Christmas in Melbourne 2025 is set to sparkle brighter than ever, with the City of Melbourne Christmas Festival transforming streets, laneways, and landmarks into a festive wonderland. More than 650 decorations will deck the city, including a stunning new 60-metre overhead light display in Bourke Street Mall featuring 25,000 lights. From dazzling Christmas projections to […]
Are you looking for things to do with kids in Melbourne during AFL Grand Final Week? The 2025 Macca’s Footy Fest returns to Yarra Park this September, bringing four days of free family fun. The festival features player appearances, giveaways, live music, food trucks, and the popular AFL Play Zone designed especially for kids. Don’t miss […]
The iconic Tesselaar Tulip Festival 2025 returns for a milestone 70th year, celebrating seven decades of springtime magic from Saturday 13 September to Sunday 12 October 2025 in Silvan, nestled in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, just a short drive from Melbourne. This legendary festival has grown from a small family event in 1954 into one […]
Celebrate spring in Melbourne with a visit to CherryHill Orchards, just an hour from the city in the Yarra Valley. Wander through breathtaking cherry blossom displays, enjoy family-friendly activities, taste local food and wine, and soak up live music among the blooms. From a peaceful day trip in nature to an evening under the illuminated […]
Last night, we attended our first Water Lantern Festival at Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, Melbourne. It was a moving experience — sharing messages, watching lanterns drift across the water, and taking a moment to pause. It felt personal and connected, with families and individuals coming together in a thoughtful way. Advertisement RELATED: Top Winter […]
Are you looking for magical ways to brighten up the cold season? This winter, Victoria comes alive after dark with dazzling light festivals, lantern parades, and immersive art experiences that transform city streets, parks, and regional towns into glowing wonderlands. From Melbourne’s beloved Lightscape at the Royal Botanic Gardens to regional gems like Puffing Billy’s […]
South Side Festival is back in Frankston from Thursday, 8 May to Sunday, 18 May 2025, delivering an exciting lineup of art, music, performances, and interactive experiences. Whether you’re looking for dazzling light displays, playful circus acts, or hands-on creative fun, this year’s festival offers something for the whole family. WIN a Family Pass (2 […]
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is back from 26 March to 20 April 2025, bringing family-friendly laughs with a stellar mix of international stars, beloved Australian comedians, and rising talent. The Festival kicks off with The Gala, supporting Oxfam Australia, at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre, followed by the Opening Night Comedy Allstars Supershow, featuring comedy royalty […]
Moomba Festival 2025 returns for five days of unmissable family fun, celebrating 70 years of culture, community, art, music, and sport. From thrilling rides and live entertainment to the iconic Moomba Parade and Birdman Rally, this year’s festival promises an exciting program for all ages. Running from Thursday, 6 March to Monday, 10 March 2025, […]
Asia TOPA returns to Melbourne for a three-week celebration of Asia-Pacific culture, featuring world-class performances, exhibitions, and family-friendly events. Centred at Arts Centre Melbourne, Asia TOPA extends across Naarm/Melbourne’s key cultural institutions, including the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Fed Square, Footscray Community Arts, and Bunjil Place. These venues will host a vibrant mix of […]