Fast 5: Melbourne Beaches, Indoor Playgrounds + Play with Plants


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What's On

#1 What's On This Week - CBD

  • ArtPlay (Various dates) – ArtPlay provides opportunities for kids aged from babies to 13 years to engage with artists and create unique art experiences that promote self-expression and playful interaction.
  • The Plants (Mon 23 Sep - Thu 26 Sep) - Free musical experience where you can touch real plants, play unique organic instruments and connect with nature.
  • Brat Kids Carnival (Wed 25 Sep – Sat 28 Sep) – Put on your party outfit and join the Brat Kids Carnival! A wildly fun afternoon for mischief makers, brought to you by international touring sensation Briefs Factory.

#2 What's On This Week - North

  • Meet Victoria the T. rex (Daily) – Victoria the T. rex is a world-class, interactive exhibition starring the real fossil skeleton of a 66-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus named Victoria.
  • Little Riders Club School Holiday Activities (Daily throughout the school holidays) – Ride with ponies of all sizes, little Mini ponies for the 5 years and under, Shetland ponies for ages 5 – 9, and Welsh Mountain ponies for 9 – 11 years.
  • Heritage Garden and Grounds (Daily) – This culturally significant site offers a serene setting for picnics, reading, or leisurely contemplation, welcoming visitors every day of the year.

#3 What's On This Week - South

  • Young at Art Mornington Peninsula Art Gallery (Tuesdays) – program for 0-5 year olds. Sing, dance, clap and stomp your feet with Matteo! Do an exciting activity with the Education Coordinator afterwards.
  • Greater Dandenong Children’s Festival (Sat 21 Sep – Fri 11 Oct) – A calendar of events to provide an opportunity for children and families to actively engage and participate in activities throughout the municipality.
  • Circus Royale (Daily) – See awe-inspiring acts, and pulse-pounding performances, mystic illusions, breathtaking feats, and moments of wonder! Don’t miss this experience of a lifetime.

#4 What's On This Week - East

  • Create Your Own Stuffem (Mon 23 Sep – Fri 27 Sep) – Create and design your own magical pal! Assemble and accessorise your new cuddly creature. Enjoy free fun suitable for kids of all ages!
  • 2024 AFL Footy Festival (Wed 25 Sep – Sat 28 Sep) – Footy Festival is back this September and bigger than ever before for four days! Free for the whole family and perfect for school holiday adventures!
  • Blossom Festival (Until Sun 6 Oct) – Celebrate spring at one of the most beautiful displays of cherry blossom in Melbourne! Enjoy Live music, yard games, workshops, food trucks and more. Kids go free on Mondays to Wednesdays! Read the Blossom Festival review

#5 What's On This Week - West

  • Scienceworks School Holiday Program (Sat 21 Sep – Sun 6 Oct) – Discover hands-on fun at Scienceworks these Spring school holidays with exciting activities like Air Playground and the Science is a Superpower Festival.
  • High Tea Under the Sea at Overnewton Castle (Tue 24 Sep) – Enjoy an ‘Under the Sea’ themed High Tea at the heritage listed Overnewton Castle estate, with games and activities led by Mermaid Tarielle!
  • Little Big Art (Mon 23 Sep – Fri 4 Oct) – keep your child entertained with fun, colourful and creative art classes, parties, events and much more for little to big artists.

 

Fast 5 Ideas

#1 Beachside Exploring

Find a stretch of water in Melbourne to relax and play on the sand

#2 Picnic Destinations

Head out to one of these gorgeous parks with a picnic rug and something delicious to eat

PARTNER CONTENT

​Kid-Safe Smartwatch​

This innovative smartwatch is designed to help you keep connected with your child while also having control over their safety

#3 Best Indoor Play

These indoor play centres are the best for babies and toddlers

#4 Become A Junior Ranger

Fun outdoor program led by a Parks Victoria Ranger to encourage families to explore parks and create lifelong connections with nature

#5 Make Music with Plants

Drop by Federation Square to make music with plants! Play the organic instruments, join a workshop and hear a musical performance

PARTNER CONTENT

Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Love dinosaurs? Step into Jurassic World: The Exhibition and see the iconic movie come to life

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