Kids Go Free Guide! Free Melbourne Events and Adventures

Kids Go Free Guide!

We've rounded up a fabulous collection of FREE things for kids to see, do, discover and explore across Melbourne - from special events, festivals and exhibitions to playgrounds, gardens, museums, outdoor adventures and plenty of places where they can simply run wild.

Some age limits may apply, check with venues before visiting.

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Kids Go Free

Zoos & Wildlife: Children under 16 receive free admission to Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, and Healesville Sanctuary on weekends, public holidays, and Victorian school holidays.

Risk Playground
Let the kids loose at the Risk Playground on the corner of Southbank Boulevard and Kavanagh Street in Southbank. The nature inspired play equipment includes climbable bluestone boulders perched on dollies. Fake pavers, and a slide that gives the illusion of being held down by a rope. Although appearing risky, the playground is actually very safe.

ACMI
Navigate the universe of film, TV, videogames and art at ACMI. ACMI caters for your little ones too. It runs kids' flicks, school holiday workshops, interactive experiences and educational programs. Entry to ACMI is free for you and the kiddies, but films and some exhibitions are ticketed.

NGV International
Kids programs are in abundance at NGV International. They are designed to connect visitors with art and culture from all over the world in a diverse way. The little ones will love the self-guided activity sheets and immersive kids corner. With selected artworks changing every 6 months, the kids corner is open 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Friday. Kids enter for free.

Fitzroy Gardens Fairies' Tree
Get away with the fairies this weekend and visit the Fitzroy Gardens Fairies' Tree. Artist Ola Cohn transformed an old red gum into the Fairies' Tree during the 1930s. She carved Australian animals, birds and bush spirits into the trunk. The iconic tree is a one of a kind and will have the little ones charmed for hours. A Melbourne must visit, grab a hot choccy and a coffee afterwards at KereKere Green cafe.

ArtPlay playground
Fly down the slide, or sway in the hammocks at ArtPlay. The space features a colourful riverside playground in Birrarung Marr. It's decorated with arty murals sure to fire up your little one's imagination. For the daring youngsters, there's rocks, rope climbing and balance beams. There's also a liberty wheelchair swing, so no one needs to miss out. Completely free and full of fun.

Victoria Police Museum
Explore the state's crime history at this free museum in Docklands. History buffs will be amazed by Australia's largest collection of Kelly Gang armour. Dig through major investigations and learn how animals have served in the police force all the way back to the 1960s.

Free for kids under 16

Melbourne Museum
The Melbourne Museum is a rite of passage for kids of all ages. From the triceratops to the rainforest, it's the ultimate entertainment for kids. Visit the Children's Gallery, for babies to 5-year-olds to play and learn. 6-to-12-year-olds will love exploring the Gandel Gondwana Garden, a brand new palaeontology-themed outdoor garden. A day packed with adventure and fun is free for all children under 16 years of age. Book ahead and don't miss out.

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