The Censor at ArtPlay
Welcome to The Censor, a world where kids are in control.
Please note this is a three-part workshop where children must attend each weekend.
Welcome to The Censor, a world where kids are in control.
Please note this is a three-part workshop where children must attend each weekend.
In a celebration of innovation, art and the timeless genius of Leonardo da Vinci, THE LUME Melbourne is thrilled to present an unparalleled showcase that redefines the boundaries of immersive experiences.
Be transported to the Australian wilderness in this hands-on illustration workshop with award-winning illustrator and author Jess Racklyeft.
Let author and illustrator Jess Racklyeft enchant you with a storytime featuring her books, Bush and Whisper on the Wind. In this special event, kids will explore the Australian bushland and magical dream worlds Jess has created.
Following incredible success across its US, UK and European locations, it’s now Melbourne’s turn to be transported to a wizarding world.
Visited by 10+ million people worldwide and earning a spot on CNN's "must-see" list, The Art of the Brick comes to Melbourne! This brand new, immersive version of Nathan Sawaya's iconic LEGO® art exhibit features original collections, over 100 sculptures made from more than 1 million bricks, a LEGO® safari, moving installations, 360° projections, and much more.
Welcome to the Skyline Prescient Melbourne, where every visit promises a whirlwind of excitement!
Neon Brush, previously known as Art & Glow in the Dark, is a painting workshop in a unique retro-futuristic atmosphere. Immerse yourself in a fluorescent neon-lit setting to create your own work of art.
Unleash your kid’s inner creativity in Chaos Lab, a hands-on experience in Melbourne that collides the joy of imagination with the magic of science!
Up and down and round and round, come get messy as we make and do.
On Thursday, May 9th from 12pm at Carousel in Albert Park, join us as we come together to celebrate our recent rebrand as we unveil our new bottles range. We’ll be hosting a slew of activities and panels to pamper those that need it most, soon-to-be and new parents!
Korea Festival 2024, the biggest Korean cultural event in Melbourne is returning to Fed Square, free and open to the public for two days this May.
All guests who purchase an admission ticket on Saturday 11 May and Sunday 12 May can unleash their creativity and craft their beloved mums in free ‘MINIFIGURE Your Mum’ workshops
After wowing sell-out audiences Australia-wide in 2023, this HUGE army of Massive Machines are bounding back into East Coast Arenas! With action-packed weekend events in air-conditioned all-weather comfort, surrounded by giant screens & blazing floodlights there isn't a bad seat in the house!
Inspired by Jess Racklyeft’s book, Bush, join us at this drop-in craft workshop and imagine your own nocturnal creature with a range of collage materials to help your imagination run wild.
Stuart Skelton and Catherine Carby star in this extraordinary encounter with Mahler’s monumental song cycle, directed by Richard Tognetti.
Starring France’s Nathalie Lermitte, the Australian tour will open in Melbourne on 16 May followed by Sydney, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Brisbane and Perth.
ALIA is delighted to announce that the National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2024 is Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker.
National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) presents the 10th annual Melbourne Art Book Fair (MABF), a state-wide celebration of art book publishing and Melbourne’s status as a UNESCO City of Literature.
The Queen's Ball: A Bridgerton Experience is an immersive Bridgerton party with period costumes and stunning decor.
Don’t miss out on an unforgettable food experience at Sovereign Hill.
Discover a unique feast of food and produce with more than 30 local producers, makers and retailers, along with Julie Goodwin & Darren Purchese to create a weekend of exceptional tastes.
Michael Long and The Long Walk Naarm 2024 returns to Melbourne to celebrate its 20th anniversary in the Yarra Park Gardens at the MCG.
Enjoy sounds, objects and playful environments carefully designed for early years with ArtPlay via Zoom.
An interactive, movement workshop for babies and grown-ups.
A story of hope, freedom and family love.
On the first Saturday of every month, Scienceworks offers low sensory sessions for visitors who experience sensory sensitivity.
White Night will transform the streets and venues of Ballarat on the evening of the 1 June 2024 through illuminations, projections, music, and interactive works, stay tuned for the program details to be revealed closer to the date.
RISING is a festival of new art, music, and performance, in the heart of Naarm/ Melbourne. Here’s our Top 6 Events To Do With Family and Kids at Rising Melbourne 2024.
Little Kids Day In: Up Up and Away is dedicated to the youngest of learners.
In the spectacular, climactic sixth episode of the original Star Wars saga, Darth Vader readies the second Death Star to unleash the final blow to the Rebel Alliance.
In partnership with RISING, State Library Victoria is proud to present a unique Library after dark experience.
Experience the light, nature and wonder of Lightscape! The immersive Melbourne hit returns to transform the Botanic Gardens after dark with a reimagined trail and brand new installations.
NGV Friday Nights brings music, mystique and more with Pharaoh after hours this winter
Melbourne, the Good Food and Wine Show is back! Join us at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on 31 May – 2 June 2024 for three delicious days of good food, good wine and good times.
Experience the iconic T. rex come to life on the world's biggest best screen in this thrilling IMAX 3D documentary!
After attracting more than 100,000 attendees worldwide, the Royal Opera of Madrid & Fever are bringing the 4.8/5-star Authentic Flamenco back to Sydney!
There’s lots of light shows on during winter, but absolutely nothing compares to Winter Wonderlights.
Victoria the T. rex is coming exclusively to Melbourne Museum, the Home of Dinosaurs in June.
This winter, explore the expanse beneath Melbourne's iconic Marvel Stadium, where a subterranean space will undergo a transformation into a mythical labyrinth of light and sound.
Firelight Festival is the free winter celebration you know and love in Docklands, with fiery installations, live music, pop-up foodie feasts and more over one epic weekend.
The MOULD Cheese Festival is back in 2024 and all about celebrating and championing the best of Australian cheese.
Get ready to be amazed by the magical world of bricks at the highly anticipated Inner West Brick Fair, where skilled builders from SydLUG will display their awe-inspiring creations!
Family Fiesta is Monash University Performing Arts Centres’ annual takeover of children’s live and participatory art and performance - all at very low ticket prices or free - from 3 - 6 July.
Get ready to sing, dance & GROOVE with The Wiggles’ Wiggle Groove Tour!
Hit the road to adventure when Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures skates into Australia! Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends embark on a wild ride to your favorite Disney destinations.
Heading into its fourth year, Moama Lights is an immersive sound and light trail sharing stories through state-of-the-art installations, projections and cutting edge moving light technology.
A new international dance theatre performance featuring ground-breaking projections, an extraordinary soundscape and a blizzard of paper and confetti.
The MSO presents Peter and the Wolf, a classic introduction for the young – and young at heart – to the sights and sounds of a symphony orchestra.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks fans of all ages; the wait is officially over! For the first time ever Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party will roll into Australia in July 2024 and tickets are already selling fast!
PAW Patrol™ Live! “Race to the Rescue,” the action-packed, music-filled production presented by Nickelodeon, VStar Entertainment Group, and TEG Life Like Touring, is touring Australia in July-September 2024 and tickets are now on sale.
Returning to Melbourne after sold out tours nationally, enjoy the lyrical wonders of Pink Floyd in this blazingly original event.
Grug began his life as the top of a Burrawang tree that fell to the ground.
A wildly fun afternoon for mischief makers aged 5+, brought to you by international touring sensation Briefs Factory.
Embark on a journey of light and imagination. Paint your own voyage with a UV torch, and steer model ships that leave glowing paths in their wake.
A hilarious musical about the importance of believing in yourself and realising your dreams and… a dancing kangaroo!
n an entrancing double bill that encompasses varying styles of dance, The Australian Ballet are delighted to be presenting Études, a beloved classic that shows you the complexity of ballet technique, alongside a spectacular new contemporary commission, Circle Electric by Stephanie Lake.
Praise be! The habit is coming to Australia. John Frost for Crossroads Live is delighted to announce the arrival of the most heavenly of musicals, Sister Act, which will make its Australian debut from August 2024.
The NGV’s dedicated free children’s galleries will present Kusama for Kids which will feature a renowned Kusama artwork to create immersive experiences for kids.
Following the news of her highly anticipated third studio album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, set for release on May 17, Billie Eilish has announced Australian arena dates, produced by Live Nation and Frontier Touring, for her HIT ME HARD AND SOFT: THE TOUR.
2025 will see a live revival of this massive catalogue, all penned by Per Gessle, when he takes the Roxette band back on stage to do what he loves the most; perform his songs live in front of a dedicated audience. Per and the Roxette band will be joined on stage by Swedish singer and megastar Lena Philipsson.
Get ready for some “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN” (Variety) at the Regent Theatre from April 2025.
All Star Comics Melbourne's Free Comic Book Day is the biggest day of the year for the Comic Reading community.
The three-day-long Buddha’s Day and Multicultural Festival is back at Fed Square, bringing together arts, music and multicultural performances.
The three-day festival runs from 3-5 May and is a celebration of the end of vintage, showcasing the best the region has to offer, featuring masterclasses, cooking demonstrations, guest chefs, live music, kids activities, and more.
The universe has shrunk through a black hole and has landed right here at ArtPlay! What are the chances?
Chadstone Shopping Centre next week will be holding FREE SodaStream Mixology Masterclasses!
The South Asian Festival returns in collaboration with the City of Melbourne. This day-long free event celebrates the New Year of South Asian countries in a colourful display of their rich and vibrant culture.
Get ready for the ultimate celebration of Sinhala and Tamil food and culture in a day filled with laughter, incredible food and immersive cultural experiences built on the rich heritage of Sri Lanka.
Iconic performance brand, adidas, is encouraging its adiClub members to ‘Try That Thing’ in a celebration of stepping outside of your comfort zone!
The annual ANZAC Day Commemoration March offers a platform for former servicemen and women to reconnect with their units and march together, while also extending a warm invitation to descendants of veterans.
Join thousands of veterans, their descendants, and current serving personnel as they gather to pay tribute to the ANZACs at the Shrine of Remembrance on ANZAC Day.
Enjoy the 28-minute Bluey special with your family and furry friends (dogs welcome!) and catch the most anticipated wedding of the year!
Promising to be bigger and better than ever before, the multi-zone event will be taking place at Melbourne Showgrounds on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday, April 14 from 10 AM – 4 PM.
Join us this weekend, April 13th & 14th, for a spectacular celebration as we close out the autumn season with a bang!
Eid is the biggest celebration in the Islamic calendar and marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting.
Supercheap Auto are super excited to launch the 2024 Wildcard team and Supercar test livery in a thrilling fusion of automotive excellence and motorsport excitement on Friday April 12 at one of Melbourne’s largest food precincts, Grazeland.
Create accessories, jewellery or even a jet pack using recycled and upcycled materials.
The Hawker 88 Night Market returns to Queen Victoria Market, bringing the sights, sounds and tastes of Asia to Melbourne’s favourite marketplace this autumn.
The Little Food Festival combines education, exploration, creativity and fun, to help kids re-imagine what the future will look like for them, their families and communities, and the planet.
Celebrate Nature Play Week and delight your child’s senses with free nature play experiences on Oak Lawn and in The Ian Potter Foundation Children’s Garden this autumn.
Indulge in an array of whimsical and colourful treats inspired by Barbie herself, including a red velvet cupcake, passionfruit macarons, chocolate strawberry truffle, chocolate and salted caramel tart, plus scones with rhubarb and raspberry jam.
A nocturnal adventure to see what the dinosaurs get up to once the sun goes down.
Fall into the rabbit's hole to an eggcellent Mad Hatter's Easter High Tea! Experience Easter like no other with a decadent and fun-filled activities for kids - face painting, egg hunts and delicious Easter favourites curated by our Executive Chef.
In an earth-like world, you discover the last living creature of its kind, Endling. What will you do? How can you help?
Sneak in with your teddy bear, wear your favourite jammies and snuggle up for an enchanting storytime after dark in the Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter. Listen to twilight tales and join in on soothing songs and lullabies as the sun sets.
The Melbourne Vixens are getting ready for the 2024 Super Netball season, and want all of their fans to join for a festival of activities and entertainment at Fed Square.
Armed with a passion for LEGO® brick building, your primary schooler (5–8-year-olds) and family members will work together to create and code a LEGO® brick robot while learning about the Library’s collection items.
SciencePlay kids classes are designed to encourage 4-12 year olds to explore science in an accessible, tactile and hands-on way.
Join our drop-in art sessions that include outdoor Inspiration Walks with the McClelland Guides to observe nature and art.
Make your own paper person inspired by the gorgeous wooden world of this upcoming Melbourne-made game.