154 Easter School Holiday Activities in Melbourne 2026

Join our team of Dinosaur Detectives and go on a journey to uncover the secrets of prehistoric creatures. Explore the museum's dinosaur exhibits, participate in hands-on activities, and learn about the latest discoveries in paleontology.

Explore the world of coding and robotics in this hands-on workshop. Learn the basics of programming, build and code your own mini-robots, and discover how technology can be used to solve real-world problems.

Explore the natural world and create your own unique artworks using leaves, flowers, and other natural materials. Learn printmaking techniques and experiment with different materials and textures.

Get up close with some of our amazing animals! Participants will have the opportunity to meet and interact with a selection of our zoo's incredible creatures, learning all about their unique behaviors and adaptations.

Get creative and make your own wildlife-inspired artwork! Participants will learn techniques like drawing, painting, and sculpture to capture the beauty of the animals that call Melbourne Zoo home.

Write your own jokes with author Mark Gurthrie at Deer Park Library. Audience: Children 6-14 yr

1.5 hour ALL AGES LEGO Building program. Build and keep your very own custom LEGO basketball game

Looking for something different for the kids these school holidays? At Lankan Tucker, we’re hosting fun, hands-on cooking workshops where l

Join Janet in creating a cute Polar Bear mask to take home.
All materials are supplied by the Library.

Enjoy a range of fun and creative workshops and activities for kids during the school holidays at ACMI.

Explore the history of computing and see the CSIRAC, Australia's first computer, up close. Learn about the evolution of technology and how it has transformed our lives.

Discover the science behind colour and how it shapes our perception of the world around us.

Join us for fun, hands-on science activities during the school holidays. Explore the wonders of the natural world through experiments, craft, and more.

Get creative during the school holidays with a range of hands-on workshops covering art, design, and more. Suitable for kids of all ages.

Discover the fascinating creatures living in your own backyard during these school holiday nature exploration programs.

Hands-on farm experiences for kids. Meet and feed farm animals, learn about sustainable farming.

Creative workshops for children in heritage arts precinct. Painting, sculpture, printmaking and mixed media.

Free holiday programs for children. Story times, craft activities and interactive sessions.

High-energy trampoline sessions. Freestyle jumping, dodgeball, slam dunk zones and ninja warrior courses.

Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits, fossil displays, and hands-on activities. Meet a life-size T-Rex and learn about the prehistoric creatures that once roamed the Earth.

Get up close and personal with some of the Melbourne Museum's creepy crawly residents. Learn about the fascinating world of insects and spiders through interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities.

Discover your inner artist through a variety of creative workshops, including painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Explore the museum's exhibitions for inspiration and experiment with different art materials and techniques.

Get hands-on experience with animal care and learn what it's like to be a zookeeper during the school holidays. Participants will help prepare food, clean enclosures, and interact with some of our incredible animals.

Become an animal keeper for a day during the school holidays! Follow along with our experienced zookeepers as they care for the animals, prepare their food, and clean their habitats.

Join our Zoo Explorers program during the school holidays and discover the fascinating world of wildlife. Participate in hands-on activities, animal encounters, and guided tours to learn all about the amazing animals at Melbourne Zoo.

Interactive science workshops for children to explore topics like robotics, coding, and renewable energy. Hands-on activities and demonstrations led by museum educators.

Creative workshops for children to make their own artworks and crafts inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions. Activities include painting, drawing, and collage making.

Guided tours of the museum's exhibitions and collections designed specifically for children. Explore topics like design, technology, and the natural world through hands-on activities and interactive displays.

Become a junior paleontologist and explore the prehistoric world. Dig for fossils, examine dinosaur bones, and learn all about these fascinating creatures.

Spend a day behind the scenes at Melbourne Zoo and discover what it's like to be a zoo keeper. Feed the animals, clean their habitats, and learn about animal care and conservation.

Get creative with natural materials found in the zoo. Make your own animal-inspired crafts and learn about the importance of protecting our environment.

Become a zookeeper for the day and get hands-on experience caring for the animals. Feed the elephants, clean the enclosures, and learn about wildlife conservation.

Discover the wonders of the night sky in our state-of-the-art planetarium. Enjoy immersive shows and presentations that will captivate young minds.

Discover the amazing world of science through hands-on workshops and experiments. Suitable for ages 6-12.

Explore the Melbourne Museum and go on a self-guided adventure to uncover the secrets of the dinosaurs. Suitable for ages 5-12.

Join us for an exciting school holiday program packed with animal encounters, hands-on activities, and engaging educational experiences. Explore the zoo, learn about wildlife, and have fun with your family.

Unleash your creativity and learn to draw and paint some of the zoo's most fascinating animals. Guided by local artists, this hands-on workshop will teach you techniques to capture the unique features of wildlife.

Experience the magic of the zoo after dark with an exclusive overnight adventure. Pitch your tent, enjoy a guided tour, and fall asleep to the sounds of our amazing animals. An unforgettable experience for the whole family.

Join us in our libraries for special storytimes to celebrate the festive season.

Brighton Library
Tuesday 14 December

Sandringham Library
Wednesday 15 December

Beaumaris Library
Thursday 16 December

All sessions start at 10.30am and run for approximate

Explore the world of dinosaurs through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and fossil discoveries. Recommended for ages 5-12.

Learn the basics of coding and create your own interactive games and animations. Suitable for ages 8-12.

Discover the wonders of the natural world through interactive exhibits and outdoor activities. Suitable for ages 6-10.

Explore the wonders of the animal kingdom through interactive and educational activities. Learn about wildlife conservation and get up close with some of our animal ambassadors.

Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be a zoo keeper. Assist with animal care, prepare food, and learn about the important work our keepers do.

Join us for a fun-filled school holiday program with a range of arts and crafts activities for children. Explore your creativity through painting, drawing, sculpture, and more.

Embark on an exciting outdoor adventure camp during the school holidays. Enjoy activities like hiking, rock climbing, and nature exploration in the great outdoors.

Join our Science Squad for hands-on science workshops and activities during the school holidays. Explore the wonders of science through experiments, games, and more.

Discover your inner artist and unleash your creativity during the school holidays. Participate in fun art-making workshops and explore different artistic mediums.

Join us for fun and educational holiday programs at Scienceworks during the Australian school holidays! Explore a range of science, technology, and hands-on activities for kids of all ages.

Become a Science Squad member and participate in exciting science experiments and challenges. Suitable for primary school-aged kids, these holiday programs are a great way to learn and have fun during the school breaks.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at life as a Melbourne Zoo keeper. Children will learn about animal care, enrichment, and conservation.

Unleash your creativity and learn to draw the animals of Melbourne Zoo. Budding artists will explore different techniques and materials.

Get up close with the playful penguins of Melbourne Zoo. Learn about their biology and conservation efforts.

Get ready to play! Explore the science behind your favorite sports in this interactive exhibition. Discover the physics of movement, test your reflexes, and learn about the human body in action.

Become a junior scientist for a day! Conduct experiments, make observations, and discover the wonders of science through hands-on activities and demonstrations.

Explore your creativity through a variety of art and craft activities, including painting, drawing, sculpting, and more. Develop your artistic skills and create unique masterpieces to take home.

Join our team of zookeepers and explore the zoo on a fun-filled adventure, learning all about the amazing animals that call the zoo home.

Discover the zoo in a whole new light on our twilight tours. See the animals at their most active as the sun sets, and learn about the unique adaptations that help them thrive in the dim light.

Spark Creativity, Explore Wonders: Dive into Our School Holiday Artistic Adventures!

Show off your best dance moves these School Holidays at Deer Park. Audience: Children 10-15yr

Grow, create and get messy these school holidays with our Little Green Thumbs week of activities.

Learn to cook delicious and nutritious meals in these hands-on cooking classes for children. Develop your culinary skills and explore different cuisines from around the world.

Hop down to it and celebrate the holidays at St Albans Library. Audience: Children 6-12 yr

Hop down to it and celebrate the holidays at Sunshine Library. Audience: Children 6-12 yr

Hop down to it and celebrate the holidays at Deer Park Library. Audience: Children 6-12 yr

Get your kids moving and strong this school break with fun strength and conditioning sessions at HIRT Kids!

Get hands-on experience with our amazing animals and learn what it takes to be a zookeeper. Spend the day working alongside our expert keepers and discover the important work they do to care for our wildlife.

Explore the fascinating world of video games and how they have evolved over time. Discover the rich narratives, iconic characters, and immersive gameplay that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Learn about different species, their habitats, and what life was like millions of years ago.

Discover the natural wonders right in your own backyard! Learn about the plants, insects, and animals that call your neighborhood home through interactive activities and outdoor adventures.

This school holiday, join us for a blockbuster family friendly games movie.

Do you have killer crossword skills? Do you slay the Sudoku? Or are you an amateur who would like to learn? Tackle the daily puzzles and games in The Age with a library staff member.

Everyone welcome. Bookings not required. Puzzles and pencils provided.

Join us in our libraries for special storytimes to celebrate the festive season.

Brighton Library
Tuesday 14 December

Sandringham Library
Wednesday 15 December

Beaumaris Library
Thursday 16 December

All sessions start at 10.30am and run for approximate

Join us in our libraries for special storytimes to celebrate the festive season.

Brighton Library
Tuesday 14 December

Sandringham Library
Wednesday 15 December

Beaumaris Library
Thursday 16 December

All sessions start at 10.30am and run for approximate

The Bayside City Council GreenMoney program rewards residents for taking everyday green actions. You can receive discounts at local businesses or free products that will help you live more sustainably. Learn more at these library information sessions: Beaumaris Library Tuesday 7 December 2pm - 3pm S

The Bayside City Council GreenMoney program rewards residents for taking everyday green actions. You can receive discounts at local businesses or free products that will help you live more sustainably. Learn more at these library information sessions: Beaumaris Library Tuesday 7 December 2pm - 3pm S

We're going bananas about being able to have you back in our library branches! 

Our Lego Club will be held in our Create, Play, Learn space at Sandringham Library on Wednesday 8 December from 4pm-5pm. 

Don't monkey about - book your place now!

Meredith Costain, author of the Ella Diaries, officially launches "The BIG Summer Read" at Bayside Library. The BIG Summer Read is a reading program designed to address the serious decline in literacy that can occur over the summer school holidays. The Beanstack app makes it easy to track

Baby Rhyme time introduces your child to language, literature and the library. By exposing your child to a wide variety of the best books available and making reading an everyday part of life, you will lay the foundations for a lifelong love of reading.
These storytimes are suitable for 0 to 18

Baby Rhyme time introduces your child to language, literature and the library. By exposing your child to a wide variety of the best books available and making reading an everyday part of life, you will lay the foundations for a lifelong love of reading.
These storytimes are suitable for 0 to 18

If you need a helping hand to assist with your device such as "how do I add a contact"? Or if you require assistance in accessing the library's eResources including eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines, book a 15 minute session with one of our library tech volunteers.

Toddler storytime caters for the changes in children's development after 18 months. These sessions include stories, songs and rhymes and suitable for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All toddlers and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for e

Toddler storytime caters for the changes in children's development after 18 months. These sessions include stories, songs and rhymes and suitable for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All toddlers and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for e

Join our monthly book chat to connect with fellow readers through friendly conversation and a mutual love of books. It doesn’t matter what you’re into: fiction, non-fiction, audio book or eBook, we'd love to hear what you've been reading. Maybe you’ll discover your next must-rea

Via Zoom During this session we will demonstrate how to set up your Digital Vaccination Certificate in the Services Victoria app on your smartphone, something that we all need to do in the upcoming period! You will learn how to create a MyGov account, link your Medicare, download your certificate, l

Join our monthly book chat to connect with fellow readers through friendly conversation and a mutual love of books. It doesn’t matter what you’re into: fiction, non-fiction, audio book or eBook, we'd love to hear what you've been reading. Maybe you’ll discover your next must-rea

Baby Rhyme time introduces your child to language, literature and the library. By exposing your child to a wide variety of the best books available and making reading an everyday part of life, you will lay the foundations for a lifelong love of reading. These storytimes are suitable for 0 to 18 mont

First Thursday of the month Brighton Library, 14 Wilson. Free If you need a helping hand to assist with your device such as "how do I add a contact"? Or if you require assistance in accessing the library's eResources including eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines, book a 15 minute session wi

Toddler storytime caters for the changes in children's development after 18 months. These sessions include stories, songs and rhymes and suitable for toddlers aged 18 months to 3 years. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All toddlers and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for e

Learn how to use Ancestry.com.Library edition and discover your family's past.

Do you use the Internet or have a digital device? Our important documents, accounts and memories are increasingly stored online and these can be lost if we don't plan for what happens to them This presentation will explain what is meant by a Digital Legacy and how you can manage your digital assets

Laraine will be discussing her book - "The Death Mask Murders"

A Man's home is his Castle.  Discover the history of Black Rock House built By Charles Ebden in 1856.  President of Friends of Black Rock House Carolyn Brown will delight and entertain you with facinating stories about the house, it's remarkable owners and how it was saved for future gener

Presented by Stay in Touch

Feeling the need to escape and looking for ways to find accommodation, camping and experiences easy and cost effectively? Join this session for some demonstrations on popular sites such as Airbnb and some top Australian sites such as Wikicamps, Wotif and Expedia.

"Collect one of our take home kits for School Holiday Fun at Home! Decorate & bring your bird to life. In your take-home pack we provide: instructions, cardboard bird ,feathers & eyes. Enjoy!"

Would you like to meet lizards, snakes, frogs and other exciting critters? Join us for a morning of discovery where you can interact with wildlife and learn all about them and their environments.

Listen and participate in a bilingual (Mandarin/English) storytime. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes. Then join in a craft activity.	 Presented by Wai Ling.

"This is a fun & easy craft in a take home format. Scratch your design into the card & watch your design come to life in technicolour The possibilities are endless" Please book in to register

Have you ever wanted to be a ruler of a kingdom, or a daring knight off to fight a dragon? Now is your chance to build your own crown or sword and live your Medieval dreams!

Presented by Stay in Touch

In this session you will learn how to manage your settings, notifications, app usage, turn on restrictions, use your iPad or iPhone as a personal hotspot, reduce data and battery usage, personalise your screens to suit your needs and set up the iCloud on your devi

Join Janet in an art adventure. Learn about paintings and join in a art quiz. Then you will be able to paint your own creation using: Paper Paints or pencils Paint brushes Don't forget to wear old clothes or an art smock.

This free (during Seniors Weeks) 2 hour class will demonstrate how to search for your ancestors in Australia and around the world using a wide range of free online resources.

Pre-school storytimes are for children between the ages of 3 to 5 years. Following the story, children are invited to do an activity. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All children and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for each session. * The capacity to hold the session has

Kids will love making their own Father’s Day card for Dad with our card template and everything else you will need.

Pre-school storytimes are for children between the ages of 3 to 5 years. Following the story, children are invited to do an activity. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All children and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for each session. * The capacity to hold the session has

Pre-school storytimes are for children between the ages of 3 to 5 years. Following the story, children are invited to do an activity. Since Covid there are a few changes. * All children and accompanied adult are requested to purchase a ticket for each session. * The capacity to hold the session has

Bayside Library Service hosts document signing stations for local Justice of the Peace. This is a voluntary service. This service is being held in Meeting Room 2 of the library. You can book a 15 minute slot with the JP. 1. Select the date 2. Select the time 3. Please bring your printed or emailed t

A guided tour of your iPad or iPhone, to learn the things they do not show you in the store – the basic features, buttons, terminology, keyboard and how to navigate your iPad or iPhone; plus how to connect to the internet, explore the world wide web and save your favourite pages for easier ac

Join Wally Ballout from the NBN who will be discussing all things NBN. Book into one, two or three sessions on the NBN. After all the presentations, there is ample time for Q & A and group discussion.

Paint fireworks above your skyline creation.
Dress for mess!

Master Magician Duck Cameron's unique performance captivates audiences worldwide with stand-out reviews, full houses and countless ovations! Winner of Australian Stage Magician & Most Entertaining Act – Macau, this world class performer is not to be missed! Now he brings a fun-filled magical

Experience the best in Virtual Reality with our VR Headsets.

Learn even more about robotics with our programmable Edison Robot Creator Kits!

"Come to the Brighton Library for a morning of creative play with Janet and Sam from the Library.
Dress for mess!"

"Encounter unique Animals from around Australia. Mammals, Birds, Marsupials, Amphibians and Reptiles. Touch and hold hand reared gliding possums or pat a tame dingo. Interact with parrots, lizards, frogs & turtles. Confront non-venomous pythons and marvel at salt and fresh water crocodiles! &qu

Join us for a T-RIFIC T-Rex Tea Party! Dance with the Diplodocus! Sing with the Stegosaurus! With cute dinosaur puppets, dress-ups, magic tricks, music and a story about a cheeky dinosaur, there’s plenty to see on the way. So sharpen your teeth, practice your roars, and let’s all prete

"Come for a ride in a real Red Bedford Fire Engine. Blast water from the fire hose. Hear how fire people fight fires and grab a selfie. Guaranteed maximum fun, fun, fun! If you love big red fire engines then book in and we’ll see you at the Sandringham Library. One small caution: Bring s

Create the perfect storm in this fun science experiment. Dress for potential mess.

Have fun finding real and UNREAL nature in the Beaumaris Library Courtyard. You may even find treasure! Please enter through the gate at the rear of the library to access the courtyard.

Investigate planets, the moon and aliens! Make your own space rocket.

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

Want to know more about technology? Join the Bayside Techies Team program. The program consists of 10 presentation sessions throughout the year. This is what some of the participants said for the 2019 program “Many sincere thanks for arranging such a beautiful educational program”, &#x

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

This Group is designed for participants who have attended ALL Genealogy training in the library. It is not a training session but a self help opportunity for people to practice, extend and share genealogical knowledge with others. A volunteer genealogist will be available on the day to assist partic

Prerequisites: At least 3 months experience using a Windows computer on a regular basis. This 1 hour class will demonstrate how to search for your ancestors in Australia and around the world using the free online database www.familysearch.org.

Prerequisites: At least 3 months experience using a Windows computer on a regular basis. You will be shown how to search for your ancestors in Australia and around the world using a wide range of free online resources.

As part of Australian Heritage Festival 2019 from 18 April to 19 May, Bayside Library Service has organised this event, Joining the dots - family oral histories and delving into the archives. Julie Spring is the great granddaughter of the journalist and historian, John Butler Cooper (JBC).

NGV Kids gallery transformed into an enchanting underwater world by French artist Jean Jullien. Kids freely explore a vibrant ocean scene, join a beach clean-up activity, and create their own sea creature artworks.

Discover the art of animation and bring your ideas to life. Use stop-motion techniques and digital tools to create your own animated short film.

Spend a day behind the scenes at Melbourne Zoo and help our keepers care for the animals. Learn about the important work of zookeepers and get hands-on experience with some of our amazing creatures.

Discover the wonders of science through hands-on experiments, interactive exhibits, and exciting demonstrations at Scienceworks during the school holidays.

Keep your kids active and engaged during the school holidays with a variety of sports clinics offered at Melbourne Sports Centres.

Join us for a series of fun and engaging STEM workshops during the school holidays. Explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities and experiments.

Get up close and personal with some of Australia's most fascinating native animals. Learn about their habitats, behaviors, and conservation efforts.

Explore the zoo with our knowledgeable guides and get up close with some of our animal ambassadors. Enjoy animal encounters, keeper talks, and fun educational activities.

Spark Creativity, Explore Wonders: Dive into Our School Holiday Artistic Adventures!

Come and enjoy this hands-on activity perfect for curious minds and tiny fingers!

Explore natural mediums to create your own Gel prints and learn new painting skills

AIM’s holiday workshop is designed for high school students in Years 10-12 interested in Music Theatre.

Master puppetry by learning to operate a puppet, script writing & creating characters at St Albans Library. Audience: Children 8-14 yr

Join us in Melbourne these school holidays for a fun and creative art workshop aimed at boosting happiness and wellbeing!

Hop down to it and celebrate the holidays at Sydenham Library. Audience: Children 6-12 yr

School Holiday LEGO Chess Club 2 Day program. Drop off the kids and we will help them build and then play on their very own LEGO chess board

Hop down to it and celebrate the holidays at Keilor Library. Audience: Children 6-12 yr

HOMECOMING | A Sound Healing Journey in 432 Hz with Taylor Sol | Melbourne | 23rd October, St Brigid’s Parish, Fitzroy North

Explore the world of art and culture through a series of engaging workshops and activities at ACMI and NGV during the school holidays.

Personalise a bauble with a name or word/s. Library staff will assist you to create the text in Cricut Design Space and then cut it out using our Cricut Maker. Bring your own bauble or upcycle one of ours. No need to book.

The Bayside City Council GreenMoney program rewards residents for taking everyday green actions. You can receive discounts at local businesses or free products that will help you live more sustainably. Learn more at these library information sessions: Beaumaris Library Tuesday 7 December 2pm - 3pm S

Join us at Beaumaris Library to make your own menagerie of birds, frogs and whales

Science, sound & bangs will come alive at Sandringham Library when Prof Bunsen will engage all with numerous fun demonstrations. Prepare to be amazed by the unexpected. Experience the explosive power packed in a teaspoon of sugar, be wowed when a student beats gravity and floats on air, see a ball b

Prerequisites: At least 3 months experience using a Windows computer on a regular basis. This 1 hour class will demonstrate how to search for your ancestors in Australia and around the world using the free online database www.familysearch.org