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School holidays
Dates
21 Sep - 6 Oct
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities. There's plenty of free, low-cost and virtual events and family attractions to choose from.
When are the school holidays?
The school holidays in Victoria are from Saturday 21 September to Sunday 6 October 2024
School holiday events
DIY Craft Workshops
Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.
Pigment Squad
Add your artistic touch to your favourite cartoon character figurine to create a unique masterpiece.
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
A stunning street art exhibition of museum quality, featuring over 180 Banksy artworks.
Victoria the T. Rex
An interactive exhibition starring the fossil skeleton of Victoria, a 66-million-year-old T. rex.
Ancient Egypt for Kids
A free exhibition for kids with objects, hands-on activities, and cinematic screenings.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Beings by Universal Everything
Move, dance and play in this interactive exhibition that will surprise and delight all ages.
Rainbow Buddies
An immersive Play In Real Life game for kids aged four to nine, at District Docklands.
The Magic Faraway Tree
Enter the Enchanted Wood at North Melbourne Library and create your own magical faraway tree.
Swiftie Singalong Cruise
Dress up in your favourite Taylor Swift-inspired outfit and cruise along the Yarra River in style.
The Bad Guys Escape Room
Join this escape room experience at Southbank Library these school holidays.
Alice in Wonderland
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole for an afternoon of crafting at North Melbourne Library.
Silly Storytime
Let’s get silly at this fun storytime at narrm ngarrgu Library these school holidays.
Dog Man vs Cat Kid Craft
Get your Dav Pilkey inspired craft on these school holidays.
Shrine Kids
A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.
Saboteurs
An immersive, interactive space-themed game with a Moon base-themed play space.
The Story of the Moving Image
An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Last Post Service
Every Sunday, pause to remember those who have served and sacrificed.
Belongings: Objects and Family Life
An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.
Preschool Storytime
Share the wonder of books with your children at Library at The Dock.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Melbourne Magic Show
Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.
Preschool Storytime
Share the wonder of books with your children at North Melbourne Library.
Kids attractions
Apsis VR: Virtual Reality Escape Room
Explore story-driven adventures in your choice of puzzle-solving escape rooms.
Skyline Melbourne
See Melbourne's unbeatable city view from the Skyline Melbourne Ferris wheel.
ArtPlay
A creative arts centre for children to share unique experiences with professional artists.
Imaginator
An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.
Riverslide Skate Park
The city's biggest skate park, overlooking the Yarra River and Birrarung Marr.
Melbourne Zoo
Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne.
Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum
This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.
ArtVo
An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.
Glow Golf
Good old-fashioned mini golf transformed into an amazing glow-in-the-dark-experience.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
O'Brien Icehouse
Ice arena for public skating and ice sports events, located in Docklands.
Melbourne Museum
Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.
ACMI
Museum dedicated to the moving image through events, film screenings and exhibitions.
IMAX
Delivering an immersive movie experience on the world's largest screen.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
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Dates
21 Sep - 6 Oct
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities. There's plenty of free, low-cost and virtual events and family attractions to choose from.
When are the school holidays?
The school holidays in Victoria are from Saturday 21 September to Sunday 6 October 2024
School holiday events
DIY Craft Workshops
Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.
Pigment Squad
Add your artistic touch to your favourite cartoon character figurine to create a unique masterpiece.
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
A stunning street art exhibition of museum quality, featuring over 180 Banksy artworks.
Victoria the T. Rex
An interactive exhibition starring the fossil skeleton of Victoria, a 66-million-year-old T. rex.
Ancient Egypt for Kids
A free exhibition for kids with objects, hands-on activities, and cinematic screenings.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Beings by Universal Everything
Move, dance and play in this interactive exhibition that will surprise and delight all ages.
Rainbow Buddies
An immersive Play In Real Life game for kids aged four to nine, at District Docklands.
The Magic Faraway Tree
Enter the Enchanted Wood at North Melbourne Library and create your own magical faraway tree.
Swiftie Singalong Cruise
Dress up in your favourite Taylor Swift-inspired outfit and cruise along the Yarra River in style.
The Bad Guys Escape Room
Join this escape room experience at Southbank Library these school holidays.
Alice in Wonderland
Follow Alice down the rabbit hole for an afternoon of crafting at North Melbourne Library.
Silly Storytime
Let’s get silly at this fun storytime at narrm ngarrgu Library these school holidays.
Dog Man vs Cat Kid Craft
Get your Dav Pilkey inspired craft on these school holidays.
Shrine Kids
A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.
Saboteurs
An immersive, interactive space-themed game with a Moon base-themed play space.
The Story of the Moving Image
An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Last Post Service
Every Sunday, pause to remember those who have served and sacrificed.
Belongings: Objects and Family Life
An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.
Preschool Storytime
Share the wonder of books with your children at Library at The Dock.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Melbourne Magic Show
Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.
Preschool Storytime
Share the wonder of books with your children at North Melbourne Library.
Kids attractions
Apsis VR: Virtual Reality Escape Room
Explore story-driven adventures in your choice of puzzle-solving escape rooms.
Skyline Melbourne
See Melbourne's unbeatable city view from the Skyline Melbourne Ferris wheel.
ArtPlay
A creative arts centre for children to share unique experiences with professional artists.
Imaginator
An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.
Riverslide Skate Park
The city's biggest skate park, overlooking the Yarra River and Birrarung Marr.
Melbourne Zoo
Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne.
Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum
This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.
ArtVo
An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.
Glow Golf
Good old-fashioned mini golf transformed into an amazing glow-in-the-dark-experience.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
O'Brien Icehouse
Ice arena for public skating and ice sports events, located in Docklands.
Melbourne Museum
Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.
ACMI
Museum dedicated to the moving image through events, film screenings and exhibitions.
IMAX
Delivering an immersive movie experience on the world's largest screen.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.