The Ballarat Winter Festival is back from Saturday 27 June to Sunday 19 July to transform the region into Victoria’s very own winter playground. Spanning three weeks across the VIC, SA and NSW school holidays, the 2026 program is packed with fun and affordable activities that proves the ultimate winter escape is right in our own backyard. From decadent …

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 It's ALL happening at Gumbuya WILDfest – the ultimate school holiday celebration at Gumbuya World Theme Park, packed with all things WILD!  WILDlife?   Woohoos?   The WILDest family fun?     Roaming Wildlife, live shows, Ranger-led sessions, WILD encounters & more  Unlimited family & thrill rides  Add-on Wildlife By Night lantern experience (Thu, Fri & Sat: 6:30pm) …

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The King of Pop is rolling into Sk8house for one unforgettable night of skating, music and entertainment. Following the excitement surrounding the new Michael Jackson movie, we're bringing all the iconic hits, legendary dance moves and pop superstar energy to the rink. Expect Michael Jackson classics playing all night, moonwalk competitions, best dressed prizes and …

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Taste your way through 12 of our most-popular handcrafted chocolates, then get creative and make your own Rocky Road masterpiece! Choose from dozens of exotic ingredients and blend with our couverture milk, dark or white chocolate. Please note: Children are welcome to join these classes but children 12 and under must be accompanied by at …

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Get hands on and create your own pottery in a guided 30-minute wheel-throwing session with a skilled potter. You’ll learn how to make both an upright and open piece, with the option to take your creations home or have them glazed and fired for a small fee. With small class sizes (max 4 people), it’s …

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Throughout the holidays, Sk8house will be running general skating sessions every day, giving families plenty of opportunities to get active and have fun together. With sessions running across weekdays and weekends, it’s easy to fit skating into your holiday plans. Sk8house offers fun for all! From complete beginners to confident skaters, everyone is welcome on …

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Make a date to visit our Chocolaterie these school holidays. Make the most of the school holidays with a delicious day out at The Chocolateries – Yarra Valley, where there’s something sweet for every age to enjoy. Entry is FREE, we’re open daily from 9am–5pm, and only a short trip from Melbourne, it’s the perfect stop …

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Calling all little chocolate lovers aged 6–12 years! Join our Junior Chocolatier Class at any of our three Chocolateries—Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley, and Mornington Peninsula. Kids will learn from our expert Chocolatiers how to make their very own yummy creations. Each class includes: ✔ A personalised badge ✔ Chef’s hat and apron ✔ Graduation …

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Make a date to visit our Chocolaterie these school holidays. Make the most of the school holidays with a delicious day out at The Chocolateries – Mornington Peninsula, where there’s something sweet for every age to enjoy. Entry is FREE, we’re open daily from 9am–5pm, and only a short trip from Melbourne, it’s the perfect stop …

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Family Fiesta is Monash University Performing Arts Centres’ (MPAC) annual takeover of live, participatory art and performance for children, with more than half of events free and the rest low-cost, running from 1–4 July. This year, Family Fiesta invites families to explore the magical world of the forest - from soaring canopies to the mysterious undergrowth, right down …

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