Welcome to our What’s On Melbourne page for kids, teens and adults! Event information is supplied by organisers and may change at any time. We recommend checking the official event page provided via our More info link before attending. Have fun exploring Melbourne!
Discover the magic behind Adam Elliot's remarkable Claymation style with a display of handmade sets, props and characters from Memoir of a Snail.
Enter the world of Saboteurs in Melbourne, a live AmongUs-style game where Crew members complete tasks while Impostors secretly eliminate them.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty has arrived in Melbourne! This beloved tale is brought to life through classical dance, stunning choreography, and beautiful glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show in Melbourne!
ArtVo is an immersive art or ‘trick art’ gallery, the first of its kind in Australia, where you are encouraged to touch the art and become part of the art by taking photographs from designated points on the floors of the gallery.
Experience Peter Pan reimagined with Ballet of Lights! Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color. Get your tickets now for Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show in Melbourne!
Established in 1887, the National Gallery of Victoria Travelling Scholarship shaped the creative development of generations of Australian artists.
Discover a world four billion years in the making. In Our Wondrous Planet, you’ll come face to face with animals from around the world.
Rebel Heart: Love letters and other declarations is a tribute to defiant expressions of the heart, celebrating true stories of the rebels of romance from the past to the present.
Rebel Heart: Love letters and other declarations is a tribute to defiant expressions of the heart, celebrating true stories of the rebels of romance from the past to the present.
Explore colour through hands-on activities and interactive play at this large-scale exhibition from Questacon. Perfect for kids aged 5 to 14 years, this immersive experience at Scienceworks combines play-based learning and creative discovery, making it one of the best options for Melbourne indoor fun for the whole family.
A Melbourne-exclusive exhibition, ROME: Empire, Power, People will open at Melbourne Museum on 1st April 2026, revealing the grandeur, spectacle and magnificent story of the Eternal City and the rise, rule and legacy of one of history’s most powerful civilisations.
Bubble Planet is an immersive experience in which you'll surround yourself with bubbles like never before!
Prison Island: The Ultimate Action Game Arrives in Melbourne! Step into Prison Island, an interactive adventure where you and your team take on 34 thrilling challenge cells. Perfect for all ages and group types — friends, families, or co-workers. Are you ready to take on the challenge?
Get ready to explore how animals survive in some of the world’s most incredible habitats.
Narrated by Colin Firth and produced by the world-renowned wildlife storytellers at the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, WILD ASIA: Life at Extremes 3D is a giant screen immersive experience for all ages featuring amazing biodiversity, never-seen-before animals, and heartwarming behaviours across spectacular landscapes and mesmerising seas.
In 2026, the NGV presents Cartier, a landmark exhibition featuring more than 300 extraordinary objects.
Whether you're a young football player new to the sport, a fan looking forward to the world cup, or a long-term supporter with a lifetime of fond memories behind you, this exhibition is for you.
Children’s Play: Ragnar Kjartansson, the Icelandic artist's first ever exhibition for children.
Icelandic artist Ragnar Kjartansson was born into a family of artists, authors, theatre professionals and performers. He frequently includes music and performance in his video works, in an effort to explore the full spectrum of human emotion.
The walls of the Elisabeth Murdoch Gallery will spring to life with a series of recent works by celebrated Australian painter Christopher Pyett.
Back by popular demand, the global smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical has made its royal return to the stage at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre!
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chartbusting, show-stopping American rock icon.
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City transports you back 450 years ago to the heart of the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality. You’ll climb the breathtaking peaks of the Andes, wander through the Temple of the Sun, walk the famed terraces, and uncover the secrets of this awe-inspiring citadel.
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality adventure that doesn't just show you the universe — it places you inside it.
Come on down to The Jazz Room in Melbourne! With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of revolutionary New Orleans jazz. Get your tickets now for The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans in Melbourne!
The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is a chilling, immersive cocktail experience that brings four of his most famous stories off the page and onto the stage. Let our Poe Historians guide you through a 90-minute journey of dark literature, paired perfectly with four exquisite, classic cocktails.
A culturally-diverse group of digital storytellers have created a series of short films that explore their experiences of belonging, identity formation, prejudice, family and community.
Fresh from a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025, the critically acclaimed Dracula returns to Melbourne’s Her Majesty’s Theatre.
You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyse evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty?
Discover 50 fascinating objects from five decades of the Australian Performing Arts Collection in AMPA’s second major exhibition, ENCORE! 50 Objects. 50 Years. One Collection. From spectacular set pieces to intimate treasures, this exhibition unearths significant items from Australia’s performing arts history and allows them to be seen up-close and in-person, many for the first time ever.
”MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT, lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL, retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table and features a bevy of beautiful showgirls not to mention village idiots, cows, killer rabbits, and French people – Oh, and did I mention the bevy of beautiful showgirls?
Much like their close cousins the Emperors, crowd-pleasing King penguins star in one of nature’s most extraordinary circle of life stories.
Max. Sam. Lenny. Joey. Teddy. And Ruth. In a crowded house in East London lives a family of butchers, fighters, and men bound by routine and rivalry. When Teddy returns from America with his wife Ruth — a woman his family has never met — old tensions surface and an unsettling battle for control begins.
Sleep among the dinosaurs for a once in a lifetime prehistoric adventure and explore the Museum after dark in this unique overnight experience at Melbourne Museum.
These school holidays, young explorers are invited to embark on an unforgettable mission at Chadstone Space Academy – a hands-on adventure where creativity, discovery and play collide.
Budding makers can experiment with design, symbolism and storytelling through immersive and hands-on activities inspired by ancient Rome and the exhibition Rome: Empire. Power, People.
Enter the world of ancient Rome in Melbourne Museum’s new Creative Lab workshop, Rise of the Gladiators.
Shine a light on the science and magic behind colour, light, vision, and illusions these school holidays at Scienceworks.
Discover towering “ruins” of ancient Rome in the museum foyer where a series of free-standing columns stand as quiet reminders of a grand structure long lost to time.
Join us for a fun and interactive live science show that explores that amazing world of light and what happens when colours mix, bend and bounce.
Join us for a colourful and creative workshop that blends science and artistry.
Wind your way through a maze of footpaths, bike paths and roads, making safe pedestrian choices at every turn.
Escape This is an award-winning immersive escape room experience provider in Australia.
Where is the Green Sheep? is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. We meet Blue Sheep who loves blue flowers and Red Sheep who loves to cartwheel in the fields, Bath Sheep who loves bubbles and Bed Sheep who loves to bounce... But where IS that Green Sheep?
The Funky Farm is back at McClelland this September and October with their popular wildlife encounters for kids and families!
These school holidays, get creative at McClelland! Inspired by our current exhibitions, Christopher Pyett: Years of Colour and Alison Tedesco: Street Stories, this colourful workshop series invites kids and families to make, build and create together.
Serial Killer Speakeasy is a chilling immersive experience where four infamous stories unfold live on stage. It’s like stepping inside your favorite true-crime podcast—but with premium cocktails, an ominous atmosphere, and a killer twist. 🔪
CDP presents Tall Stories’ production of ROOM ON THE BROOM adapted from the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler, published by Macmillan Children’s books.
The Jungle Picnic tour brings Emma Memma’s much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families.
The Jungle Picnic tour brings Emma Memma’s much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families.
Henry James’ gothic novella has spooked generations of readers with this chilling tale of a governess, the children in her ward, and sinister forces that may — or may not — be tormenting them.
40 years ago, Elton John invited the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to accompany him on a national, orchestral tour.
The ‘As Big As It Gets’ family day-out will see 10 world champion drivers give gravity-defying performances in 12,000-pound vehicles, competing for the converted title of ‘Event Champion’.
⭐ Melbourne’s Theatre of Magic at Paradox Sydney transforms an iconic landmark into an intimate stage for world-class illusions, magic-themed cocktails, and five-star hospitality.
The Jungle Picnic tour brings Emma Memma’s much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families.
The Jungle Picnic tour brings Emma Memma’s much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families.
Enjoy the irresistible Malaysian cuisine while soaking up the sights and sounds of Malaysia through traditional performances and cultural activities. Bring your family and friends and come celebrate the vibrant flavours and rich culture of Malaysia with us!
Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved picture book.
Spot is one of the most loved dogs in the world, and he’s coming back to Melbourne!
The Australian Ballet is proud to announce the return of DanceX, a festival spanning over two weeks that celebrates the extraordinary depth, range, and diversity of dance across Australia and New Zealand.
The Monster Jam World Tour returns to Australia. See ten of the world’s most famous trucks, including the legendary Grave Digger, Son-uva Digger, JCB Digatron, Sparkle Smash – making its international debut – tear up the stadium dirt with amazing stunts, flips and jumps.
Karen Black reimagines traditional representations of the body and portraiture through abstraction.
Soar into space with this exciting adaptation of the award-winning book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler (also seen in the TV animation on ABC Kids).
Step into the haunting world of Daphne du Maurier’s classic 1938 novel, where love and doubt cloak the corridors of Manderley.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL, which has had sell-out seasons across Australia, follows the chronicles of a canine superhero, who loves to fight crime … and chew on the furniture.
Melbourne Fringe Festival returns from 30 September–19 October 2025 with an enormous program of exciting, boundary-pushing art.
In an enchanting world of song and dance, the adventurous Tinkerbell meets up with the fairies from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Together, the cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb and sweet Peaseblossom go on a magical quest with Tinkerbell.
An earth-shattering experience from three of the world’s most inspired choreographers, Prism will leave you breathless with its raw intensity and revolutionary design.
Nipa Doshi is an award-winning designer and co-founder of London-based studio Doshi Levien. Through her work, Nipa explores and celebrates beauty, plurality and diversity, using design to disrupt homogeneity while fostering equal exchange between cultures.
Immerse yourself in a world of activities for all ages, including Toyota dodgem cars, Virgin Australia Mark of the Year foam pit, AFLW Cotton On photobooth, Auskick clinics, and the AFL Play chillout zone with inflatables. Meet AFL and AFLW stars as they make surprise appearances.
Rocky Shores, SEA LIFE Melbourne’s brand-new rockpool habitat, is now open! The new exhibit offers a unique perspective on our ocean’s little rock stars that linger along the shoreline.
Join the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for An Evening on Broadway this September! In an extraordinary celebration of musical theatre, relive timeless hits from Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Evita, Cats and more.
Explore the wonders of our planet through storytelling, hands-on discovery and playful learning.
Set within a film shoot, layered with live projections, Physical Theatre Company ‘Born in a Taxi’ thoughtfully and hilariously reimagines this 100 year old children’s story by Margery Williams.
Join award-winning children’s performer Lucas Proudfoot and a cast of unforgettable characters on a non-stop musical adventure around Pelican Bay.
Step into a world where bubbles defy gravity and mind-blowing tricks and belly laughs collide.
Enter the purr-fectly playful interactive zone of Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie these school holidays!
Dive into thrilling game challenge rooms, ride a mind-blowing 7D visual rollercoaster, and experience 3D movies with no glasses needed. From high-adrenaline adventures to interactive games, Dreamskape offers an all-in-one entertainment destination perfect for families, friends, and team events.
Contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-endearing Mario leads you through a romping explosion of energy and belly laughs punctuated with moments of heart and emotion that will catch you by surprise.
Join the most crazy and colourful pirates of the Caribbean as they tell their life stories on the high seas, battling for booty from passing merchant ships and living the pirate life to the fullest. Learn the pirate talk, do the pirate walk, sing the pirate songs and go on a treasure hunt to find the long lost treasure!
Celebrate 80 years of Mattel at Chadstone with an immersive Barbie and Hot Wheels camp-inspired Mattel Adventure Camp experience.
Disney and Pixar's Cars is racing into Westfield Knox, transforming the centre into the ultimate Radiator Springs experience from Saturday 20 September through to Sunday 5 October.
Get ready for a fun-filled school holidays this Spring at Scienceworks!
Made to move presents from the NGV’s holdings of Australian jewellery spanning 1960 to 2020
