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SUMMARY:Father's Day Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Waters Ward Elected Members to celebrate Father’s Day with an afternoon of family fun\, activities\, food\, competitions and an outdoor movie screening of Paper Planes (G) under the stars. A free and fun community event to celebrate our dads and carers at Anula Oval on Saturday 5 September 2026 from 4.30pm. \nThe Father’s Day movie night event is packed with activities the whole family will love. Visit the Fun in the Parks team and Fun Bus to make a special Father’s Day card or enter a drawing competition. Get active with our sports activities or challenge the family to a fun race for the chance to win prizes before settling in for the outdoor movie screening of Paper Planes (2014). \nActivities include   \n– Visit Fairy Jill and have your face painted.\n– Make a Father’s Day card with the Fun Bus team or enter our drawing competition\n– Prize events! Compete to win at the 3-legged race\, egg and spoon race or stilts race\n– Have an Animal Encounter at the petting zoo.\n– Come along to have a putt with Golf NT or score a goal with the Garuda Football club.\n– We will have a community BBQ brought to you by the local football club\, Garuda FC\n– City of Darwin’s environment team will have a stall with native plants to giveaway.\n– Darwin Neighbourhood Watch and the Men’s Shed will also have community stalls to visit. \n Movie Night   \nBring your picnic set up and get cosy for an outdoor viewing of Paper Planes (G) under the stars. \nBring your own dinner or grab something from the community BBQ. \nThe movie will begin at 6:30 pm. We suggest you get here early\, set up your picnic and then go enjoy the activities before settling in for the screening. \nPaper Planes (2014)   \n12 year-old Dylan discovers he has an unusual hidden talent for making great paper planes. With the support of his eccentric granddad and funny friends\, Dylan eventually makes it to the junior championships in Japan. Competing with the world’s best not only helps Dylan build better planes\, he builds new friendships and works with his dad to build a better relationship together. This is an uplifting family drama with an imaginative premise and some hilarious moments.
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/fathers-day-movie-night/
LOCATION:Anula Oval\, 59 Yanyula Dr\, Anula\, NT\, 0812\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NT
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Darwin":MAILTO:darwin@darwin.nt.gov.au
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SUMMARY:Family High Tea at The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun family friendly high tea served at private tables in The Chocolateries’ Pod Cafe. Adults will enjoy a refreshing drink on arrival\, followed by decadent petite delights\, scones\, ribbon sandwiches and pastries created by the Chocolateries’ team of talented chefs and Chocolatiers plus endless organic local teas\, barista coffee and real hot chocolates. Children will be treated to delightful and creative pastries and savoury treats plus endless milkshakes and hot chocolates. \nCosts: $70 per adult & $29 per child (plus booking fees). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential. \nLink to Image file name: Lollipop \nLink to book and learn more: https://www.gorci.com.au/events/family-high-tea-3/
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/family-high-tea-2/
LOCATION:Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie  & Ice Creamery\, 1200 Great Ocean Road\, Bellbrae\, VIC\, 3228\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie  & Ice Creamery":MAILTO:admin@gorci.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260904T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260904T200000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Market
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Twilight Market & Street food night!Bring the kids – bring the dog – bring whomever\, for a night of shopping\, eating\, and fun! \nWhen: 4pm-8pm\nWhere: Market Square Pavilion\nCost: Free event!
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/twilight-market/
LOCATION:Market Square Pavilion\, 13-17 Oldaker Street\,\, Devonport\, TAS\, 7310\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260904T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
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SUMMARY:Where is the Green Sheep?
DESCRIPTION:A Monkey Baa Theatre Company and QPAC’s Out of the Box co-production \nBased on the book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek \nWritten for the stage and directed by Eva Di Cesare \nWhere 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? \nBlending puppetry and animation\, this beautiful production invites young audiences to join our three farmers on their quest to find the elusive green sheep. Co-created with students from Bankstown West Public School\, this production integrates their voices as narrators\, ensuring the work resonates deeply with young audiences. \nWhere is the Green Sheep? is a co-production with QPAC’s Out of the Box in association with Arts Centre Melbourne\, The Sydney Opera House and The Art House\, Wyong.
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/where-is-the-green-sheep-2/
LOCATION:Burnie Arts Centre\, 77-79 Wilmot Street\, Burnie\, TAS\, 7320\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Burnie Arts":MAILTO:arts@burnie.tas.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
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SUMMARY:Play free day at NMA Discovery Centre
DESCRIPTION:Community day: Play free at the Discovery Centre in recognition of Indigenous Literacy Day. \nThe National Museum of Australia’s Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre is a fun\, immersive play and learn space for children of all abilities from birth to 6 years. Sessions run for 75 minutes and include free activities in the mini makers corner. \nBookings Essential. \nBooking link: https://my.nma.gov.au/51414/51484
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/play-free-day-at-nma-discovery-centre/
LOCATION:National Museum of Australia\, Lawson Crescent\, Acton\, ACT\, 260\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT
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SUMMARY:70's Roller Disco is back at Sk8house!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a fun-filled night of skating to all your favourite 70’s disco hits. Dress up in your best retro outfit\, enjoy a great atmosphere and compete for Best Dressed prizes. \nBring your family or friends and roll the night away under the disco lights with three hours of classic tunes\, skating and plenty of fun. \nBookings are recommended. Come along and experience one of Sk8house’s most popular themed events. \nEntry:\n$18 per person\n$64 group pass for 4\nSkate hire $4 per person \nVisit their website to find out more & book your tickets: https://www.sk8house.com.au/blog/
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/70s-roller-disco-is-back-at-sk8house/
LOCATION:SK8HOUSE\, 3/2 Amayla Cres\, Carrum Downs\, VIC\, 3201\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260828T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Darwin:20260828T180000
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SUMMARY:Rising Rockets
DESCRIPTION:Rising Rockets- Blast off into Club Swimming! \nEveryone is invited!\n28th August 4:00pm-6:00pm at Parap Pool. \nRising Rockets is a fun\, welcoming and non-competitive program designed to help children aged 5–10 years make the exciting transition from Learn to Swim into junior swimming clubs and squad programs. \nThe program is perfect for swimmers who are ready to take their next step but may not yet feel confident joining a formal squad. Through fun games\, teamwork and age-appropriate swimming activities\, Rising Rockets helps children build confidence\, develop fundamental swimming skills and become familiar with the swimming club environment. \nSwimmers are grouped according to their ability and confidence\, allowing them to learn and progress at their own pace. Sessions introduce swimmers to freestyle\, backstroke and breaststroke skills\, kicking\, streamlines\, body position\, turns\, underwater skills\, squad lane etiquette and basic racing skills. \nRising Rockets also supports parents and carers by providing information about swimming clubs\, squad pathways and opportunities to continue their child’s swimming journey.\nWeb: nt.swimming.org.au/events \nPlease register your interest: https://swimcentral.swimming.org.au/programs/8a63418b-4f94-f111-8076-6045bde6e2a0/detail
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/rising-rockets/
LOCATION:Parap Swimming Pool\, 77 Ross Smith Avenue\, Parap\, NT\, 0820\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NT
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Darwin":MAILTO:darwin@darwin.nt.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T213000
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SUMMARY:Darwin Symphony Orchestra - Shakespeare & Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Epic\, romantic\, and deeply human\, this world premiere concert-theatre production reveals why Shakespeare’s stories continue to resonate across centuries. Under the musical direction of Darwin Symphony Orchestra Artistic Director and Chief Conductor Richard Mills\, this immersive event blends the richness of orchestral sound with the raw energy of live theatre.\n \n\n  Shakespeare’s works have inspired some of the most magnificent music ever written\, and this program celebrates that legacy with drama\, beauty\, and emotional depth. One of the Northern Territory’s most celebrated actors\, Rob Collins\, brings Shakespeare’s words vividly to life\, weaving spoken performance through a program of orchestral masterworks.\n \n\n  The tragic romance of Romeo and Juliet is explored through the music of Berlioz and Tchaikovsky\, while Mendelssohn’s sparkling score illuminates the mischievous magic of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The evening culminates in Vaughan Williams’ radiant Serenade to Music\, performed by Darwin vocal ensemble Vocalective. This luminous work sets Shakespeare’s lyrical reflections on harmony from The Merchant of Venice to music\, offering a moving tribute to the power of art and connection.\n \n\n  Directed by Brown’s Mart Artistic Director Yvette Walker\, a proud Waanyi woman\, the production is shaped by a creative team deeply rooted in the Territory’s artistic community. Shari Sebbens\, Director of Top End Bub and star of The Sapphires\, provides creative development support\, while Logie-nominated\, FCAA award-winning actor Rob Collins anchors the performance with his magnetic stage presence.\n \n\n  Presented in collaboration with Darwin Festival and Brown’s Mart\, this unforgettable event offers a bold fusion of orchestral music and theatre. It’s a celebration of Shakespeare’s enduring influence\, the expressive power of live performance\, and the richness of storytelling through sound and word.\n \n\n  Whether you’re a lover of classical music\, theatre\, or timeless tales\, this production promises an evening of emotional resonance\, artistic brilliance\, and cultural celebration.
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/darwin-symphony-orchestra-shakespeare-symphony/
LOCATION:AANT Centre\, 93 Mitchell Street\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0800\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NT
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T141657Z
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SUMMARY:Family Triva Night at Let's Play Indoor Playground
DESCRIPTION:Get set for an evening packed with laughs\, teamwork\, and family-friendly fun! Join us at Let’s Play for Family Trivia Night\, where kids and adults come together to tackle exciting quiz rounds. From playful questions to clever brain teasers\, there’s something to keep everyone entertained. \nFuel the fun with delicious café bites and soak up the warm\, relaxed atmosphere. Round up your team and secure your spot—it’s game time at Let’s Play! 🎉
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/family-triva-night-at-lets-play-indoor-playground/
LOCATION:Lets Play Indoor Playground\, 7/50 Curran Drive\, Canberra\, ACT\, 2913\, Australia
CATEGORIES:ACT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lets Play Indoor Playground":MAILTO:hello@letsplaycanberra.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
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SUMMARY:Future Makers 2026 | STEM for Young Innovators (Ages 3–6)
DESCRIPTION:Future Makers is GreenSTEM Education’s early-years STEM program designed specifically for children aged 3–6 years and their families.Building on the success of Little LEGO Learners\, the program introduces young children to the foundations of science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics through engaging\, hands-on experiences that encourage curiosity\, creativity\, confidence and problem-solving.Delivered at The Makers Technology & Innovation Hub\, Future Makers provides a welcoming and inspiring environment where children can explore\, build\, experiment and learn through play.The program is led by experienced early childhood educator Monica Edwards\, with each session carefully designed to provide meaningful\, age-appropriate STEM learning experiences for young children and their families. \nImportant Session Update \nFuture Makers now operates as one combined two-hour session each Thursday.Thursdays\, 12:30 PM–2:30 PM \nThe session operates as a flexible drop-in and drop-out program\, allowing families to arrive and leave at times that best suit their child and family circumstances.The two-hour session includes:12:30 PM–1:00 PM — Open STEM PlayChildren and families can freely explore a range of STEM equipment\, construction resources\, creative materials and hands-on activities.1:00 PM–2:00 PM — Guided STEM ChallengeParticipants are invited to join a guided STEM activity or challenge incorporating areas such as building\, engineering\, early robotics\, computational thinking\, problem-solving and collaborative learning.2:00 PM–2:30 PM — Open STEM Play and ExtensionFamilies can continue exploring the available resources\, revisit activities\, extend their learning or complete challenges at their own pace.Families are welcome to attend the full two-hour session or join us for the parts of the program that best suit them. \nProgram Details \n📅 When: Thursdays during school terms for the remainder of 2026\n🕧 Time: 12:30 PM–2:30 PM\n📍 Location: The Makers Technology & Innovation Hub\, UTAS Cradle Coast Campus\, BurnieThe program commenced on Thursday\, 14 May 2026. \nWhat to Expect \nAcross the program\, participants will have opportunities to:🧠 Develop early problem-solving and critical-thinking skills🧩 Build and create using hands-on STEM tools and materials🤖 Explore introductory robotics\, coding and engineering concepts🎨 Combine creativity\, storytelling\, design and construction🤝 Participate in guided group activities and collaborative challenges👨‍👩‍👧 Learn and explore alongside parents\, carers and family membersFuture Makers also includes access to resources such as Sphero Indi robots\, which are specifically designed to introduce young children to computational thinking and programming without screens. Children use colour-coded tiles and the robot’s sensors to create pathways\, solve problems and explore early coding concepts through play. \nWho Is This For? \nFuture Makers is designed for: \n\nChildren aged 3–6 years\nParents\, carers and family members who would like to learn and participate alongside their child\n\nA parent or carer must remain with their child and maintain supervision throughout the session.No previous STEM experience is required. \nRegistration \nFamilies only need to register once through Humanitix.There is no need to register separately for each Thursday. Your registration covers ongoing participation in Future Makers\, and families are welcome to attend as often as they are able during the remainder of the program. \nCost \n💡 Free to participate\, thanks to the support of Inspiring Tasmania.Donations are greatly appreciated and help GreenSTEM Education continue providing accessible\, engaging and high-quality STEM opportunities for young people and families. \nWhy Future Makers? \nAt GreenSTEM Education\, we believe every young person deserves access to meaningful STEM learning from an early age.Future Makers creates a supportive space where young children can follow their curiosity\, explore their interests\, build confidence and begin to see themselves as creators\, thinkers\, problem-solvers and innovators.It also forms the beginning of GreenSTEM Education’s broader pathway of free STEM learning opportunities for young people\, from early childhood through to senior secondary school.🎟️ Register once and join us on Thursdays during the school term.
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/future-makers-2026-stem-for-young-innovators-ages-3-6/
LOCATION:The Makers – Technology and Innovation Hub\, 2-4 Bass Hwy\, Parklands\, TAS\, 7320\, Australia
CATEGORIES:TAS
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824
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SUMMARY:Darwin Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:There’s no better time to be in the tropical Top End than during Darwin Festival each August\, where a fabulous festival wonderland awaits you. Balmy nights under twinkling lights provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dry season\, the Top End’s tropical winter.\n\nAustralia’s hottest winter arts festival combines the quintessential spirit and energy of Darwin with warm outdoor festivities and a vibrant program of events for an unforgettable good time. Join in the fun of hot August nights 5-23 August 2026!
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/darwin-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Festival Park\, 13 Harry Chan Ave\, Darwin City\, NT\, 0801\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NT
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Darwin":MAILTO:darwin@darwin.nt.gov.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
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SUMMARY:Hot Chocolate Festival
DESCRIPTION:Winter’s most indulgent festival is back at The Chocolateries for a limited time only. \nPrepare to whisk\, dunk and slurp your way through the sweetest month of winter with an irresistible line up of limited edition hot chocolates\, immersive experiences\, and chocolate filled fun for all ages. \nEach week\, discover a brand-new menu of limited edition hot chocolates\, with every creation featuring couverture chocolate\, a handcrafted marshmallow\, artisan ingredients\, and a playful interactive element that transforms a classic hot chocolate into something truly unforgettable. \nJoin The Chocolateries Tasting Sessions where you can sip\, slurp and savour your way through eight indulgent festival flavours in our immersive tasting experience. Then\, get hands-on as you create your own personalised hot chocolate to take home\, choosing from a range of fun and unique ingredients. $28 per person. Bookings required. \nThe chocolate fun doesn’t stop there! Every weekday during the festival\, create three of your very own chocolate spheres at the Hot Chocolate Creation Lab. Fill and decorate each one with your favourite delicious ingredients before they’re sealed and ready to take home. Available Monday to Friday from 9am until 2pm daily. $12 per person. No bookings required. Subject to availability. \nEntry is FREE\, we’re open daily from 9am–5pm\, and just a short drive from Melbourne\, making The Chocolateries the perfect winter day trip to relax\, indulge\, and keep the whole family entertained.
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/hot-chocolate-festival/
LOCATION:Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie  & Ice Creamery\, 1200 Great Ocean Road\, Bellbrae\, VIC\, 3228\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
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SUMMARY:THE ULTIMATE WINTER FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH 31 WILD WAYS TO DRINK HOT CHOCOLATE
DESCRIPTION:      \nChocolate stilettos and melting spheres\, gooey dumplings\, caramel lava cakes\, and luscious pistachio praline logs are set to feature in the line-up of 31 limited edition hot chocolates created for the return of the Festival. \n      \nA different menu of eight flavours will drop every Friday in August for chocolate lovers to try at The Chocolateries’ Yarra Valley\, Great Ocean Road\, or Mornington Peninsula locations. While each creation will showcase the Chocolateries’ signature sustainable chocolate and giant marshmallows\, it’s the interactive and experiential elements that will take the classic winter drink to hot new heights. \n      \n“This year’s Hot Chocolate Festival flavours are next level. We’ve been inspired to create adults-only ways to whisk with boozy accompaniments and extra decadent ingredients for melting\, as well as whimsical ways to delight the kids with cute additions to dunk and slurp\,” says The Chocolateries’ Head Chocolatier\, Allan Grandjean. \n      \nStandout decadent dunkers on the 2026 Hot Chocolate Festival menu include: \n      \n\nDrinks With Girls – A berry-infused ruby chocolate hot chocolate accompanied by a pink milk couverture chocolate stiletto with luscious Irish Cream marshmallow for over-the-top dunking.\nNext Time Socceroos – Watch green and gold mini marshmallows burst from a chocolate soccer ball as it melts into a duo milk and white chocolate hot chocolate.\nSticky Little Dumplings – A caramelised white hot chocolate served with a fluffy vanilla marshmallow and two gooey golden syrup dumplings for dunking.\nTipsy Lemon – Featuring a white chocolate cup filled with limoncello ganache and piped meringue\, plus a side of fresh biscotti to dip into a steaming hot white chocolate and lemon-infused drink.\nDot Cake – A polka dot-covered vanilla and white chocolate disc sits atop a milk chocolate hot chocolate\, ready for smashing\, melting\, or nostalgic dunking. Accompanied by a vanilla marshmallow.\n\n      \nThere’s even a Woofaccino for furry friends to enjoy\, plus vegan options on the menu. Visitors can vote for their favourite from the 31 Festival flavours for the chance to win 31kg of couverture chocolate. \n      \nOther ways to warm up include Hot Chocolate Festival Tasting Sessions ($28pp)\, where guests can sample eight different Festival flavours before getting hands-on and creating three personalised hot chocolate creations from a range of delicious ingredients. \n      \nAvailable on select dates and times throughout August\, bookings are essential. \n      \nThere’s also the Hot Chocolate Creation Lab ($12pp)\, running every weekday during the Festival. Visitors of all ages can fill and decorate three chocolate spheres from a rainbow of ingredients to take home\, where they can be dropped into hot milk to create their own hot chocolate magic. \n      \nNo bookings are required for the Creation Lab; however\, participation is subject to availability. \n      \nHot chocolate indulgence can be delivered to your door too\, with select flavours available as DIY Kits to order online throughout August. Each kit comes complete with couverture flavour-infused melts\, a giant marshmallow\, an interactive element\, and a shot of chocolate to whisk up some Festival fun at home. \n      \n“Our annual Hot Chocolate Festival has become a real feature on the calendar for The Chocolateries and we’ve loved creating different ways for chocolate lovers everywhere to treat themselves. We don’t want anyone to miss out on our kind of winter indulgence\,” adds Allan Grandjean. \n 
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/the-ultimate-winter-festival-returns-with-31-wild-ways-to-drink-hot-chocolate/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues (Victoria)\, VIC\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie  & Ice Creamery":MAILTO:admin@gorci.com.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
CREATED:20260412T215909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T113616Z
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SUMMARY:PAW Patrol™ Live! “Race to the Rescue” – 10th Anniversary Australian Tour
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for action\, adventure\, and heroic fun as PAW Patrol™ Live! “Race to the Rescue” returns to Australia to celebrate its 10th anniversary! This exciting\, family-friendly stage production brings everyone’s favourite rescue pups to life in a high-energy\, interactive live show. \nJoin Ryder and the team — Chase\, Marshall\, Skye\, Rubble\, Rocky\, Zuma\, and Everest — as they race to save the day in Adventure Bay. When Mayor Goodway goes missing before the Great Adventure Bay Race\, it’s up to the PAW Patrol to find her and step in to win the race! \nWith vibrant sets\, a high-tech video wall\, and plenty of audience participation\, kids (and parents!) will love dancing along to the “Pup Pup Boogie\,” solving problems with the pups\, and becoming part of the adventure. \nLocations & Show Dates\n\nHobart – MyState Bank Arena📅 Saturday\, 25 July 2026\nBrisbane – Brisbane Entertainment Centre📅 Saturday\, 8 August 2026\nSydney – TikTok Entertainment Centre📅 Saturday\, 15 August – Sunday\, 16 August 2026\nMelbourne – Margaret Court Arena📅 Saturday\, 22 August – Sunday\, 23 August 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n🐾 Interactive live stage show with audience participation\n🎶 Music\, dancing\, and the famous “Pup Pup Boogie”\n🎭 Broadway-style production with immersive sets and visuals\n📺 Iconic locations from the TV series including Adventure Bay\, The Lookout\, and more\n💡 Positive messages about teamwork\, problem-solving\, and helping othersSpecial Feature\n\nThis year’s tour proudly supports Assistance Dogs Australia\, celebrating 30 years of changing lives. Donations will be collected during the tour to help provide trained assistance dogs to people with disabilities\, autism\, and veterans with PTSD. \nDon’t miss this limited-season event — no job is too big\, no pup is too small! 🐶✨
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/paw-patrol-live-race-to-the-rescue-10th-anniversary-australian-tour/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues\, Australia
CATEGORIES:NSW,TAS,VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="VSTAR ENTERTAINMENT GROUP":MAILTO:info@vstarentertainment.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
CREATED:20260723T144051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T144051Z
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SUMMARY:Yarn Bomb Tram
DESCRIPTION:Hop aboard Bendigo’s wonderfully colourful Yarn Bomb Tram! Covered in handcrafted knitted and crocheted creations\, this unique heritage tram combines creativity\, community spirit and a touch of whimsy\, making it a fun experience for visitors of all ages. \nAll winter until 31 August 2026
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/yarn-bomb-tram/
LOCATION:Bendigo Tramways\, 1 Tramways Avenue\, Bendigo\, Victoria\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260627T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260829T213000
DTSTAMP:20260825T210307
CREATED:20260519T113228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T064106Z
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SUMMARY:Steamlight Nights Returns This Winter with Steam\, Snow and Stars
DESCRIPTION:Following a successful debut 2025 season\, Steamlight Nights is returning this winter\, inviting families and visitors to experience the Bellarine after dark with the Bellarine Railway. Running across June\, July and August 2026\, this cosy evening adventure takes passengers aboard a historic steam train from Queenscliff to the winter-themed Lakers Siding. \nPassengers depart under the stars before arriving at a glowing station filled with twinkling lights\, fire pits and a touch of snow. Families can warm up by the fire\, toast marshmallows\, enjoy hands-on activities and soak up the welcoming winter atmosphere. The full Steamlight Nights experience runs for approximately 75 minutes. Visitors are encouraged to make an evening of it by dining in town before boarding. Hesse Street offers a range of eateries within walking distance of the railway. \nThe Bellarine Railway is a volunteer-run\, not-for-profit heritage railway that preserves and operates heritage trains on the picturesque The Bellarine. Experiences such as Steamlight Nights help support the ongoing restoration\, preservation and operation of the railway for the community and future generations. \nEvent details\nDepartures at 5.30 pm and 7.30 pm\nSaturdays 1\, 15 and 29 August \nWhere: Bellarine Railway – Queenscliff Station\, 20 Symonds Street\, Queenscliff VIC 3225 \nPrices: Adult $22.00 + BF | Concession $19.00 + BF | Child $17.00 + BF | Toddler $5.00 + BF\nFamily 1 (2 Adults + 2 Children) $65.00 + BF | Family 2 (2 Adults + 3 Children) $75.00 + BF \nCompanion card tickets are available and patrons may call 5258 2069 for more information.\nVisit: https://bellarinerailway.com.au/steamlight-nights/
URL:https://www.letsgokids.com.au/event/steamlight-nights-returns-this-winter-with-steam-snow-and-stars/
LOCATION:The Bellarine Railway – Queenscliff Station\, 20 Symonds St\,\, Queenscliff\, VIC\, 3225\, Australia
CATEGORIES:VIC
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bellarine Railway":MAILTO:info@bellarinerailway.com.au
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