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Room On The Broom - Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 05 April 2025 - Monday 07 April 2025

  • Address: Athenaeum Theatre One, 188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • Duration: 55 minutes (no interval)
  • Ages: 3+ years old
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What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Room On The Broom Kids' Show
What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Room On The Broom Kids' Show

Avatar The Last Airbender Concert in Melbourne

    Dates: Friday 11 April 2025 - Saturday 12 April 2025

  • Address: Plenary, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Avatar - The Last Airbender in concert
What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Avatar - The Last Airbender in concert

The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 12 April 2025 - Sunday 13 April 2025

  • Address: Athenaeum Theatre One, 188 Collins St
  • Duration: 45 minutes
  • Ages: 18+ months
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What to do with babies in school holidays / Melbourne events in April 2025: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
What to do with babies in school holidays / Melbourne events in April 2025: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

The 91 Storey Treehouse - Kids' Show in Melbourne

    Dates: Wednesday 16 April 2025 - Thursday 17 April 2025

  • Address: Athenaeum Theatre One, 188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • Duration: 1 hour (no interval)
  • Ages: 6-12 year olds and their adults
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What's on in Melbourne (April 2025): The 91 Storey Treehouse theatre show
What's on in Melbourne (April 2025): The 91 Storey Treehouse theatre show

Madagascar The Musical - Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 19 April 2025

  • Address: Palais Theatre, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
  • Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Madagascar The Musical
What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Madagascar The Musical

Children under 2 years of age: FREE on the knee.

Jack And The Beanstalk - Kids' Show

    Dates: Saturday 05 April 2025 - Saturday 19 April 2025

  • Address: Rippon Lea House & Garden, 192 Hotham St, Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia
  • Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Jack And The Beanstalk
What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Jack And The Beanstalk

Children under 12 months of age: FREE.

Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies: Melbourne Show

    Dates: Saturday 05 April 2025 - Sunday 20 April 2025

  • Address: The Capitol, 113 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • Duration: 1 hour 10 mins (No Intermission)
  • Ages: All ages
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Melbourne events for kids (April 2025): Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies
Melbourne events for kids (April 2025): Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies

Babies under 12 months of age: Free on the knee.

Lightfall Cranbourne

    Dates: Sunday 06 April 2025 - Sunday 20 April 2025

  • Address: Cranbourne Botanical Gardens, 1000 Ballarto Rd, Cranbourne VIC 3977
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on in Melbourne for families: Lightfall at Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne in Cranbourne
What's on in Melbourne for families: Lightfall at Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne in Cranbourne

Children under aged 3 years: FREE of charge.

Beauty and the Beast - Melbourne

    Dates: Wednesday 05 March 2025 - Sunday 20 April 2025

  • Address: Her Majesty's Theatre, 219 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • Duration: 2.5 hours (including a 20-minute interval)
  • Ages: 6+ years
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Family events in Melbourne in 2025: Beauty and the Beast Musical
Family events in Melbourne in 2025: Beauty and the Beast Musical

"Be Our Guest" in the enchanting world of the timeless story of Beauty and the Beast in Melbourne!

Join Belle, the Beast, Gaston, and all your favourite characters as they sing and dance their way through this magical performance that kids of all ages, and adults, will enjoy.

Be prepared to be swept off your feet by the impressive talent, gorgeous costumes and set design, and, of course, the unforgettable songs. The whole family will be humming these tunes long after the show!

Hello Kitty’s Super Adventure The Musical in Melbourne

    Dates: Sunday 20 April 2025 - Monday 21 April 2025

  • Address: Palais Theatre, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne (April school holidays 2025): Hello Kitty The Musical at Palais Theatre
What's on Melbourne (April school holidays 2025): Hello Kitty The Musical at Palais Theatre

Romeo and Juliet Ballet in Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 26 April 2025

  • Address: Hamer Hall, 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3004
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Ages: 12+ years olds
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What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Romeo and Juliet Ballet
What's on Melbourne in April 2025: Romeo and Juliet Ballet

Mystique - Magic & Illusion Spectacular in Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 26 April 2025

  • Address: The Palms at Crown, Level 3, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
  • Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes, including interval
  • Ages: All age groups
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What's on in Melbourne in April 2025: Mystique - Magic & Illusion Spectacular
What's on in Melbourne in April 2025: Mystique - Magic & Illusion Spectacular

Jurassic Unearthed Live: Animatronics Exhibition & Activities

    Dates: Friday 28 March 2025 - Sunday 27 April 2025

  • Address: Caulfield Racecourse, Station St, Caulfield East VIC 3145, Australia
  • Ages: All age groups
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What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Jurassic Unearthed
What's on April school holidays 2025 in Melbourne: Jurassic Unearthed

Children under 3 years of age: FREE.

Silvers Circus

    Dates: Friday 04 April 2025 - Sunday 27 April 2025

  • Address: Lakes Entrance Circus Site, Lakes Entrance, VIC
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on in Victoria in April 2025: Silvers Circus Shows
What's on in Victoria in April 2025: Silvers Circus Shows

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out LIVE! - Melbourne

    Dates: Thursday 24 April 2025 - Sunday 27 April 2025

  • Address: Athenaeum Theatre One, 188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on in Melbourne in April 2025: Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out Live Show
What's on in Melbourne in April 2025: Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out Live Show

Kids 12 months and under: FREE on the knee.

Monster Truck Mania - Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 03 May 2025 - Sunday 04 May 2025

  • Address: Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3001
  • Duration: 2.5-3 hours
  • Ages: All ages
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Family & kids events in Melbourne: Monster Truck Mania - Live Show
Family & kids events in Melbourne: Monster Truck Mania - Live Show

Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular in Melbourne

    Dates: Wednesday 14 May 2025 - Sunday 25 May 2025

  • Address: Rod Laver Arena, 200 Batman Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004
  • Duration: 2 hrs 45 mins, including a 20-minute interval
  • Ages: 7+ year olds
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Family events in Melbourne in May 2025: Les Misérables in Rod Laver Arena
Family events in Melbourne in May 2025: Les Misérables in Rod Laver Arena

The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale

    Dates: Saturday 26 April 2025 - Friday 30 May 2025

  • Address: Comedy Theatre, 240 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • Ages: 8+ years old
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What's on Melbourne for families: The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale
What's on Melbourne for families: The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale

Freestyle Kings - Melbourne 2025

    Dates: Saturday 31 May 2025

  • Address: Rod Laver Arena, 200 Batman Ave
  • Ages: All ages
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Family & kids events Melbourne: incredible Freestyle Kings 2025 show
Family & kids events Melbourne: incredible Freestyle Kings 2025 show

Get ready to buckle up for the most incredible show on two wheels! Freestyle Kings is coming to Melbourne in 2025, and it will blow you away!

This action-packed, family-friendly extravaganza is designed to keep you at the edge of your seat for 2 hours of non-stop thrills. Get ready to witness jaw-dropping stunts that will leave you gasping in awe!

Disney On Ice - Find Your Hero in Melbourne (2025)

    Dates: Wednesday 16 July 2025 - Sunday 20 July 2025

  • Address: Rod Laver Arena, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3001
  • Duration: 1.5-2 hours, including a 20-min intermission
  • Ages: 3+ years olds
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What's on Melbourne school holidays: Disney On Ice - Find Your Hero
What's on Melbourne school holidays: Disney On Ice - Find Your Hero

Beetlejuice Musical Melbourne

    Dates: Wednesday 07 May 2025 - Sunday 03 August 2025

  • Address: Regent Theatre, 191 Collins St
  • Ages: 13+ years old
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What's on Melbourne for families: Beetlejuice Musical
What's on Melbourne for families: Beetlejuice Musical

Lightscape Melbourne 2025

    Dates: Friday 20 June 2025 - Sunday 10 August 2025

  • Address: Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Melbourne VIC 3004
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on in Melbourne for families: Lightscape 2025
What's on in Melbourne for families: Lightscape 2025

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks - Melbourne Show 2025

    Dates: Saturday 09 August 2025 - Sunday 10 August 2025

  • Address: Rod Laver Arena, 200 Batman Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in August 2025: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live - Glow-N-Fire Party
What's on Melbourne in August 2025: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live - Glow-N-Fire Party

Cirque du Soleil Corteo - Melbourne

    Dates: Friday 22 August 2025 - Sunday 24 August 2025

  • Address: John Cain Arena, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3001
  • Duration: 125 minutes with an intermission
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in August 2025: Cirque du Soleil Corteo
What's on Melbourne in August 2025: Cirque du Soleil Corteo

Annie The Musical - Melbourne

    Dates: Thursday 10 July 2025 - Sunday 31 August 2025

  • Address: Princess Theatre, 163 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (incl. a 20-min interval)
  • Ages: 6+ years old
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What's on in Melbourne in July - August 2025: Annie The Musical at Princess Theatre
What's on in Melbourne in July - August 2025: Annie The Musical at Princess Theatre

Get ready to sing along and be enchanted by the heartwarming story of Annie The Musical in Melbourne!

Join Annie as she teaches us to never give up hope, accompanied by unforgettable songs like "It's the Hard-Knock Life", "Easy Street", "Tomorrow" and more!

This timeless tale is a must-see for families with kids - don't miss out!

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  • Babies and toddlers (Under 2 years of age): FREE with Babes In Arms ticket

IMAGINATOR - Melbourne, Docklands

    Dates: Wednesday 05 March 2025 - Sunday 05 October 2025

  • Address: The District Docklands, 440 Docklands Drive, Docklands, VIC 3008
  • Ages: All age groups
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What's on for kids in Melbourne: IMAGINATOR (Formerly Imaginaria), a fantastic play space and interactive experience for all ages
What's on for kids in Melbourne: IMAGINATOR (Formerly Imaginaria), a fantastic play space and interactive experience for all ages

If you're looking for an amazing, interactive experience that the whole family can enjoy, head to IMAGINATOR (previously IMAGINARIA) in Docklands, Melbourne.

This incredible play space offers a range of digital art installations and light shows that are fun for kids and adults alike. IMAGINARIA is an immersive experience that will take you on a journey into a calming and colourful kaleidoscopic experience.

  • Children under 3 years: FREE.

Nitro Circus: Off The Rails Show - Melbourne

    Dates: Saturday 18 October 2025

  • Address: Marvel Stadium, 740 Bourke St, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
  • Duration: 2.5 hours (including interval)
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in October 2025: Nitro Circus at Marvel Stadium
What's on Melbourne in October 2025: Nitro Circus at Marvel Stadium

Kids under 4 years - FREE on the lap of a paying adult.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert

    Dates: Friday 24 October 2025

  • Address: Palais Theatre, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
  • Ages: All ages
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What's on Melbourne in October 2025: Demon Slayer - one of the most popular anime and Japanese manga in concert
What's on Melbourne in October 2025: Demon Slayer - one of the most popular anime and Japanese manga in concert

Children under 2 years of age: FREE on the knee.

CATS The Musical - Melbourne

    Dates: Sunday 21 December 2025 - Sunday 11 January 2026

  • Address: Hamer Hall, 100 St Kilda Rd, Southbank VIC 3004, Australia
  • Duration: 2 hours 20 mins, incl. a 20-min interval
  • Ages: 5+ year olds
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What's on Melbourne in December 2025 - January 2026: CATS The Musical
What's on Melbourne in December 2025 - January 2026: CATS The Musical

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