Hi there Reader

This year the Victorian Autumn School Holidays 2024 are from Friday 29 March to Sunday 14 April 2024.

Here's your quick guide to all the great events, activities and attractions that you can explore with your family.

Enjoy!

Joyce xx

P.S. If you're after Easter-specific events, then head to our Easter page.

Top 10 What's On for School Holidays

• ​Melbourne International Comedy Festival (Wed 27 Mar – Sun 21 Apr) – Various comedy events for kids including the free Very Big Laugh Out Loud Federation Square​.​
• ​Scienceworks (Sat 30 Mar – Sun 14 Apr) – Jump into Autumn Holiday fun at Scienceworks! Enjoy shows, activities and more.
• ​ACMI + Freeplay Arcades (Mon 1 Apr – Sat 13 Apr) – Explore four new micro-games commissioned by ACMI and Freeplay Independent Games Festival. Created by RMIT students, diverse genres offer family-friendly fun.
• ​Junior Rangers (Tue 2 Apr – Fri 12 Apr) – Learn all about the history of iconic landscapes and environmental work that Parks Victoria rangers tackle every day. Jump onboard activities like rambling through rock pools, exploring tall rainforests and searching for creepy crawlies this autumn!
• ​Thomas the Tank Engine at Burwood One (Wed 3 Apr – Sun 7 Apr) – All aboard! Thomas The Tank Engine returns for free rides throughout the centre. Bring the kids down to experience a tour of Burwood One.
• ​Kubik Frankston Music & Light experience (Fri 5 Apr – Sat 20 Apr) – Kubik Frankston is an electrifying fusion of Melbourne’s pulsating music culture and vibrant culinary food trucks, all set against the backdrop of a family-friendly environment with free entry all week and ticketed events on the weekend.
• ​LEGO Ninjago Training Camp (Fri 7 Apr – Sun 23 Apr) – Train through interactive and build challenge activities to help protect NINJAGO from its marauding enemies.
• ​BK Gym & Swim (Tue 2 Apr – Fri 12 Apr) – Enjoy gymnastics-based activities and games and gymnastics training.
• ​Dinos After Dark Werribee Zoo (Sun 7 Apr – Sun 14 Apr) – Explore the River Trail after sundown and see 14 life-sized animatronic pre-historic marvels, illuminated by a mesmerising after-hours light show.
• ​The Art Factory Balwyn (Tue 2 Apr – Fri 12 April) – various activities and workshops.

Let's Plan More Fun

​Mega Museum Holiday Program​ Enjoy family-friendly comedy shows, plus workshops to create, build, explore, and more Check out the program

​Hit The High Notes​ For a night the kids will never forget head to one of Melbourne's magical musical shows Book tickets

​Neighbourhood Adventures​ Find an array of school holiday activities in Melbourne's suburbs - including a gorgeous adaptation of Possum Magic Add to your calendar

​Day Trip Train Adventures​ Hop aboard a train to one of these family-friendly destinations easily accessible from Melbourne Read more

​Larger Than Life Lilies​ Explore over 14 acres of beautiful blooms, tranquil picnic areas, and even a fairy garden Plan your visit

​CBD Fun + Games​ Head into the big smoke with one of these autumn school holiday events in Melbourne's CBD View here

​Get Your Science On​ Check out Scienceworks' fun-tastic school holiday program Read more

​Beachside Play Spots​ For when the weather is peachy, hit up our list of the best playgrounds located by the beach Enjoy seaside play

​Go Nuts With Donuts​ Because holidays call for extra treats! Find the best donuts doing delivery across Melbourne Eat me

Head to the Movies

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​3 x Family Passes To Kung Fu Panda 4​

Jack Black is back as the voice of Po in the much-anticipated return of Kung Fu Panda 4 – only in cinemas March 28.