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Aug 07
Experience the ultimate Spring School Holidays in Melbourne 2023

Experience the ultimate Spring School Holidays in Melbourne 2023, where warmer days and blossoming flowers entice the kids outdoors for unforgettable adventures. Don’t miss Children’s Weeks at the Tesselaar Tulip Festival and CherryHill Cherry Blossom Festival. Delve into the captivating world of Bangarra’s production, “Waru – journey of the small turtle,” or embark on a […]

Jul 28
Family-friendly program at Now or Never Festival

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 […]

Jul 17
Family fun at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ FIFA Fan Festival™

Fed Square will transform into the official home of the FIFA Fan Festival™ for Melbourne during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™. This vibrant hub will be the epicentre of all things football, providing an immersive experience to celebrate the best women’s football in the world. Starting on 20 July 2023, families can gather at […]

Jun 13
Firelight Festival 2023 will heat up Docklands

Get ready for an exciting weekend of free entertainment as the Firelight Festival heads back to Docklands over three nights. This much-loved annual winter celebration will feature stunning light installations, gigantic inflatable neon mushrooms, pop-up entertainment, laser and light activation and much more. Advertisement RELATED: Stonnington presents Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival 2023 Image credit: Firelight […]

May 19
Stonnington presents Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival 2023

The Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival will take over the City of Stonnington from Tuesday 27 June to Friday 7 July 2023. This year’s festival features an array of performances, workshops, free events, and unique activities that will ignite the imaginations of children aged 12 and under.  Chapel Off Chapel will be the vibrant hub of […]

May 10
Monash University Performing Arts Centres (MPAC) presents Family Fiesta

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 […]

May 05
Where to see Winter Lights in Melbourne and regional Victoria

Get ready to light up your winter with these amazing Winter Light events in Melbourne and regional Victoria. From the popular Lightscape at the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne to the Train of Lights in Dandenong Ranges, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. For art lovers, RISING 2023 brings two stunning light installations to Melbourne this […]

May 02
Must see Winter Festivals in Melbourne and regional Victoria 2023

Get ready to experience some of the must-see Winter Festivals in Melbourne and regional Victoria in 2023. Immerse yourself in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant nighttime culture with the 2023 RISING Festival, which promises an exciting program of events. The Firelight Festival is set to return to the Docklands with a lineup of fire installations, live music, […]

May 01
Where to celebrate Winter Solstice in Melbourne

Mark your calendars for 22 June 2023, as communities across Melbourne come together to celebrate the Winter Solstice. This special day marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, a time traditionally celebrated with bonfires, rituals, music, wine, and food. This year, some beautiful Winter Solstice events are taking place throughout Melbourne that […]

Apr 26
Family program at RISING Festival 2023

The 2023 Rising Festival program invites families to immerse themselves in Melbourne’s vibrant nighttime culture. Through a series of events that encourage reflection, reckoning, raving, and revelry. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Melbourne. RISING celebrates the city’s art, culture, food, and music under the moonlight, with 185 events featuring over […]

Apr 19
Family-friendly events at the 2023 South Side Festival

The 2023 South Side Festival will delight, challenge and entertain with a 9-day program of engaging performances, comedy, installations, visual arts and fun for the whole family. South Side Festival will run from 5 – 14 May 2023, at various locations in Frankston. See below for your chance to WIN 1 of 2 family passes […]

Feb 27
Family-friendly Moomba Festival 2023

The Moomba Festival will return to the banks of the Yarra River for five days of music, entertainment, watersports, Moomba Parade, and of course the famous Birdman Rally. The Moomba Festival will run from 9 – 13 March 2023, with a jam-packed program of FREE family-friendly events. Advertisement Image: Moomba Carnival Moomba Carnival The Moomba […]