Category: Kids Activities
Creative play is such an important part of childhood and child development. Art and creativity teach kids how to problem-solve and express and cope with their feelings. Whether it’s finger painting or more advanced techniques, there are many different ways to discover art with these kids art classes in Melbourne. Advertisement RELATED: 13 places kids can see […]
Are you searching for the best places to swim with kids in Melbourne? From indoor aquatic centres to outdoor splash zones, Melbourne offers a wide range of family-friendly swimming pools that help keep kids active, healthy, and engaged. These kid-friendly swimming pools are designed with fun in mind. Many include water slides, splash play areas, […]
Are you looking for an easy and fun family snow day trip from Melbourne? The good news is you don’t have to travel far to enjoy the magic of the snow with your kids. Victoria offers two fantastic alpine resorts — Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort and Lake Mountain Alpine Resort — ideal for a […]
Whether you are an experienced or beginner skater, skateboarding is a great way for kids to learn precision, coordination, and patience. With any sport there is always the risk of injuries, it’s important to always wear a helmet, wrist guards and pads. New skaters should be encouraged to learn proper skating technique through lessons and […]
Melbourne is well-known around the world for its edgy street art. There’s plenty of conversations as to how street art became so popular in Melbourne. In 1984 influential artist Keith Haring visited Melbourne and painted his iconic mural in Collingwood, bringing street art to the attention of Melburnians. Since then it has evolved with designated […]
The State Library Victoria is transforming its front lawn into an urban oasis for a summer forecourt festival called Library on the Lawn. Running for two weekends in February, the forecourt will feature a blockbuster line-up of family-friendly workshops, performances and activities. Grab an outdoor beanbag and umbrella an enjoy the festival with the whole […]
The NGV has opened their doors for the first time in months and boy have we missed it. Against all challenges, they have managed to launch an impressive gallery-wide exhibition called NGV Triennial. This large-scale exhibition of international contemporary art, design and architecture is now showing at the NGV until 18 April 2021. Free and exclusive to […]
Japanese artist Misaki Kawai brings her playful dog characters to the NGV Kids Gallery as part of NGV Triennial. Moja Moja Life: Misaki Kawai for Kids is a colourful immersive play space inspired by dog parks and dog salons. Using her playful approach when making art, she has created a group of furry dog sculptures and […]
IMAGINARIA is an immersive play experience that has just arrived in Melbourne. Families can navigate through a series of custom-built installations that are housed within a giant inflatable bubble. Each installation is fully interactive, with sound, scent and light activating in response to movement as you go through. Advertisement There are seven worlds to explore within […]
As Victorian families face another school holiday in lockdown, State Library Victoria has launched free online programs for kids. The free online programs are designed to inspire creativity, imagination and interactive play, bringing fun to lounge rooms and connecting families across the state. Activities include craft workshops, online puzzles, games, story talks and more. Advertisement […]
Melbourne is known as the cultural hub of Australia with unique music, art, laneways and cultural festivals, it’s a city full of surprises. If you’re exploring Melbourne with kids, there are plenty of free activities to keep them engaged. Here are my top 15 FREE kids activities in Melbourne: Advertisement Image: NGV – KAWS: Companionship […]
The magic of Harry Potter is flying into homes around the world with the help of Harry Potter At Home. Launched by J.K. Rowling and her Wizarding World partners – Audible, Bloomsbury, OverDrive, Pottermore Publishing and Scholastic in the aim to help kids during this time of isolation. Advertisement Harry Potter At Home Harry Potter […]