Category: What’s On
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 […]
A series of enchanting exhibits from the British Library’s Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition is now available for families to enjoy online via Google Arts and Culture. “The exhibition takes visitors on a fascinating journey through the history of magic – from mermaids to crystal balls, from broomsticks to garden gnomes! It’s been enormous fun choosing […]
As educational services around Melbourne start closing their doors due to COVID-19, numerous online Storytime projects are popping up locally and internationally. This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to engage with Storytellers from the comfort of their home. Advertisement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsmRJ3v457o&list=PLNhKiphXqlW9vdLzwmuRx2Db8-oPNYmxd ABC Kids Play School Story Time Enjoy watching some of your favourite Australian storytellers […]
With the temporary closure of the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), a selection of NGV Kids’ activities are available for families to enjoy at home. The NGV Gallery will also share over 75,000 works with the public via their Virtual Tours, Online Collection Galleries and NGV Channel. “Art has the power to positively impact children’s […]
As Melbourne starts to shut down due to COVID-19, parents are on the search for interesting ways to pass the time at home. With the help of Google Arts & Culture families have the opportunity to enrich their lives with art, culture, history and travel without leaving their house. Advertisement Google Arts and Culture Google […]
Billy Elliot The Musical has returned to Melbourne at the stunning Regent Theatre to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Australian Tour. With millions of fans across five continents, Melbourne now has the chance to experience this heartfelt and unforgettable production once again. Advertisement RELATED: Harry Potter Experiences Across Melbourne Billy Elliot The Musical Melbourne, image credit […]
Petrina Hicks: Bleached Gothic is the first major survey exhibition of Australian photographer Petrina Hicks. More than 50 photographs and videos will be on display at NGV Australia, Federation Square until 29 March 2020. Over her fifteen-year career, Hicks (1972– ) has gained a strong reputation for her large-scale, hyperreal photographs that subvert and disrupt the photographic language of advertising […]
Brass Monkeys at the Melba Spiegeltent is a high-energy, family-friendly show that combines circus skills, comedy, and live music to entertain kids and adults alike. From the creators of Children are Stinky, this show brings laughter, acrobatics, and audience participation together in a fun, unforgettable performance. Advertisement Image: Brass Monkeys, credit Kiddiehood Directed by Malia […]
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 […]
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 […]