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Events are listed below from their starting date. Please note: While we make every effort to have accurate events information including date & time, we cannot guarantee that the event is running as it may change without our knowledge. Please check the More Information link to make sure the event is on - thank you and have fun with the family in Melbourne!
Imaginator Melbourne is back and a pioneering immersive experience where imagination and technology collide to create a stunning audio-visual experience from the future. Read our past review here!
Magic by Moonlight invites visitors to immerse themselves in awe-inspiring, captivating outdoor spaces adorned with over 400 captivating light installations, boasting a stunning array of more than 30,000 light bulbs!
Each spring, we welcome guests to witness our stunning cherry blossom flowers in bloom.
Prepare to be transported into the picturesque world of Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition — an Instagram sensation and New York Times best-selling book brought to life!
Queen Victoria Market are excited to announce the return of the spring night market series – partnering with Melbourne Fringe Festival – to bring to life a brand-new offering: Fringe Flavours Night Market.
The ultimate boredom buster, from 21 Sept to 6 Oct Grazeland is turning up the fun with incredible family activations including Giant Jenga, an expanded Gamesland, Mickey and Minnie Mouse meet and greets, and stilt walkers.
It’s time to get crafty and make your own krill. Using collage materials, create your own crustacean and learn all about this rockstar of our ocean’s ecosystem.
The Melbourne Fringe Festival is back this October, with over 450 events to discover across the city from cutting-edge independent artists.
A massive celebration of games culture, featuring a spectacle experience of projections and performance, epic displays of cosplay fashion and free games.
The Finders Keepers Design Market returns this spring, bringing more than 270 of Australia's best independent designers, makers and foodies to the Royal Exhibition Building.
Hosted by Sharon Johal, celebrated Indian-Australian actor, writer and human rights advocate, Indian Community Day will celebrate the creativity and diversity of Victoria’s Indian community.
Starting this year's Melbourne International Jazz Festival with a bang, join for a jam-packed lineup of international legends, local heroes and iconic films over three days of free festival fare at Fed Square.
With New Orleans's beloved TBC Brass Band leading the way, this mobile street party will weave the streets of Melbourne’s inner city, in all its thumping, syncopated and feet-moving glory.
Indulge your taste buds with a journey through the diverse flavours of India, from traditional favourites like butter chicken to innovative fusion dishes that showcase the culinary creativity of the subcontinent.
The much beloved Dog Lovers Festival is thrilled to be celebrating ten years of the nation’s favourite doggie-dedicated event with its return to Melbourne this October.
Get ready for a Spooky Science extravaganza at Melbourne Museum's first Halloween dress-up party.
Witness the athleticism and grace of the stars of tomorrow in this showcase of talent.
This November, The Fans Strike Back exhibition will make its Australian debut at The District Docklands.
Led by the dynamic Karen Kyriakou, embark on an interactive musical journey with the MSO, and sing along to some of Beethoven's most-loved works.
Experience the thrill of Polo in the City, where high-speed competition meets intimate urban settings, offering a modern twist on the classic sport.
Witness the most magical holiday event of the season! The Christmas Spectacular is an extravaganza of music, circus, dance and magic that celebrates the joy and excitement of Christmas.
The Wiggles, Wiggle & Learn BIG SHOW! is an interactive and engaging live show experience, inspired by the hit YouTube series. An unforgettable musical extravaganza, Wiggle & Learn BIG SHOW! is set to spark creativity, curiosity and a love of learning through The Wiggles’ signature mix of education & entertainment.
Journey to the Land of Sweets and create lasting memories these Christmas holidays!
Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure!
Celebrating more than 40 years of New Year’s Eve at Hamer Hall, this spectacular gala event is packed with orchestral classics, traditional anthems, Broadway hits and more, performed by a glittering lineup of star performers, including Silvie Paladino, Paulini and Josh Piterman.
DreamWorks Animation, Universal Destinations and Experiences and TEG Life Like Touring are delighted to announce the World Premiere season of GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! opening Down Under in 2025. The Australian tour will play Melbourne’s Princess Theatre ahead of tour dates in Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Hobart from March to April 2025.
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Are you ready for the ultimate Sanrio experience, making its debut in Australia? The first-ever Sanrio authentic musical "Hello Kitty’s Super Adventure" is coming to Australia in 2024!
In celebration of the two week Wonder Children's Festival this year, Geelong Arts Centre is excited to announce Family Day, a special event packed with fun on Saturday, 21st September.
A weekend of fun STEM for kids and adults alike awaits you at Scienceworks!
Constellations by Studio Lemercier is an abstract journey through the geometric structure formed by the universe.
Open House Melbourne invites you to rediscover your city—to seek out new places and to reconnect with old favourites.
Glow Winter Arts Festival is returning to light up the night and celebrate its tenth anniversary. We would love for you to feature this free, local, family-friendly festival and encourage attendance.
Free school holiday workshops. Families of all ages can create artwork inspired by First Nations Culture.
Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival is one of Melbourne’s most successful children’s arts festivals, held annually throughout the mid-year school holidays for children under the age of 12.
With the school holidays just around the corner, Mornington Peninsula Shire is excited to announce a fantastic line-up of events designed to entertain kids and keep boredom at bay!
