Category: Festival
The 2026 Easter school holidays will see Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers once again transform the stunning Dandenong Ranges into a spectacular sea of colour. Set across more than 12 acres in Silvan, KaBloom features millions of blooms planted in bold, sweeping designs that celebrate the beauty of autumn in Victoria. Vibrant sunflowers, salvias, marigolds […]
Moomba Festival 2026 returns across the Labour Day long weekend with five days of free family entertainment, thrilling rides, live performances, water sports, and iconic Melbourne traditions. Held along the banks of the Yarra River in the heart of the city, Moomba is Australia’s largest free community festival and one of the best family events […]
The St Kilda Festival 2026 is back on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February, bringing family-friendly fun to Melbourne’s iconic St Kilda foreshore. As one of Australia’s largest free music festivals, it offers kids activities, live music, workshops, and carnival rides, making it the perfect weekend for families. Advertisement RELATED: Where to Celebrate Chinese New […]
Melbourne is set to come alive with free live music throughout 2026, offering something for every music lover. From classical performances at Sidney Myer Music Bowl to candlelit concerts at Fed Square, open-air opera at Victoria Gardens and the famous beachside St Kilda Festival, these venues are the perfect place to enjoy world-class music without spending […]
Chinese New Year 2026 (also known as Lunar New Year) is set to be a vibrant celebration across Melbourne, with a wide range of family-friendly events, cultural performances and hands-on activities for kids. Falling in late January / February 2026, this year marks the Year of the Horse, a symbol of energy, confidence and forward momentum. […]
Midsumma Festival returns to Melbourne from 18 January to 8 February 2026, bringing with it a thoughtful and engaging program of family-friendly and First Nations-led events. Designed for children, young people, parents, carers and elders, this strand of the festival centres on storytelling, imagination and intergenerational connection, offering welcoming spaces where families can experience queer […]
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 […]
Updated September 2026 Are you looking for things to do with kids in Melbourne during AFL Grand Final Week? The 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 […]
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 […]