Fast 5: Teddy Bear Songbirds, Honk! Exhibition + Upside-Down Adventures


Fast 5

What's On

#1 What's On This Week - CBD

  • Teddy Bear Songbirds (Wed 23 Oct) - Have fun at this special Children’s Week Songbirds, bring along your favourite teddy and enjoy some bear themed books and songs!
  • Honk! Untitled Goose Exhibition (Daily until 16 Feb 2025) Enter a world of comedy, chaos and calamity in Honk! Untitled Goose Exhibition, a free ACMI exhibition that dives into the making of global-hit video game Untitled Goose Game.
  • House Down Under (Daily) - A unique and fun experience for families to take surreal upside-down photos and enjoy playful moments together.

#2 What's On This Week - North

  • Marvellous Mythical Mates (Wed - Sun until 27 Oct) - Let loose your magic within a realm where dreams take flight and imagination knows no bounds.
  • Tiny Tours (Daily) - Light the spark of curiosity and explore the museum like you never have before. This 45-minute tour created for early years audiences invites guests to wonder, discover and be amazed.
  • Nightmare on Fitzroy Street (Fri 25 Oct) - Join the Halloween Hunt, inspired by Where’s Wally, as kids search nearly 60 businesses for hidden Halloween treasures.

#3 What's On This Week - South

  • Hello Kitty Cafe (Daily until 27 Oct) - Step into the ultra-cute kawaii world of Hello Kitty! This bow-filled cafe will offer a range of sweet treats, decadent beverages and light meals all day long.
  • TwistED Science (Daily) - An award-winning, science-based indoor play centre that aims to help you and your children be curious, create, and most importantly connect through the use of hands-on participation.
  • Young at Art (Tuesdays or Thursdays) - Dive into a world of creativity where your little ones can splash, squish, and giggle their way through art adventures while making new friends and exploring a whimsical playground.

#4 What's On This Week - East

  • Bayside Libraries Storytime (Multiple dates & locations) - Sing, dance, read and play at the library! Share the joy of books and singing with your child and encourage lifelong learning.
  • Healesville Sanctuary (Daily) - Get up close with koalas and kangaroos at this bushland haven for Aussie Wildlife.
  • Altona Art in the Garden (Fri 25 Oct) - A fun-filled art adventure in a garden for painting, drawing, and exploring nature.

#5 What's On This Week - West

  • STEAM Discovery Time (Thurs 24 Oct) - A self-guided session for children to discover and learn at their own pace, fostering curiosity and a sense of wonder.
  • Toddler & Preschool Art Fun (Mon 28 Oct) - Join a fun Halloween art playgroup at a cafe to paint pumpkins, create spooky crafts, and make a mess.
  • Special Story Time with Dr Bethany (Wed 23 Oct) - Dr Bethany’s Tooth Tales is an educational and fun interactive musical program teaching children how to best look after their teeth.

 

Fast 5 Ideas

#1 Playable Plants

Kids and parents can create magical melodies by simply touching real leaves, turning nature into a fun musical adventure

#2 Tiny Explorers Unite

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​​Accidentally Wes Anderson

Ever seen a dreamy place in real life and thought, ‘That totally belongs in a Wes Anderson film’? Don't miss this best-selling book brought to life!

#3 Tot-Approved Playgrounds

As the weather warms up, explore some of the best playgrounds Melbourne has to offer

#4 Jams for Juniors

Discover the joy of music with the little ones as they unleash their inner rockstar in a lively, interactive concert just for them

#5 Spook-tacular Celebrations

From creepy-crawly finger foods to spooky desserts, these Halloween party recipes are sure to please both kids and adults

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