Archived Easter landing page
This page captures Hollie's 2026 Easter guide for Melbourne. It is still useful for browsing, but the better path for a current break is to generate a live plan with your actual family and dates.
Easter 2026 archive - Melbourne
Easter School Holiday Activities in Melbourne 2026
Sat 4 Apr - Sun 19 Apr 2026 - 2 weeks - archived inspiration for families planning a current break.
Build my current holiday planTop Easter Activities in Melbourne
These cards come from Hollie's archived 2026 Easter shortlist. Use them as a style reference, then switch to the live planner for up-to-date picks, weather-aware swaps, and family-specific pacing.
School Holiday Workshop: Coding for Kids
Explore the world of coding and robotics in this hands-on workshop. Learn the basics of programming, build and code your
School Holiday Craft Workshop: Nature Prints
Explore the natural world and create your own unique artworks using leaves, flowers, and other natural materials. Learn
School Holiday Program: Animal Encounters
Get up close with some of our amazing animals! Participants will have the opportunity to meet and interact with a select
School Holiday Workshop: Wildlife Art
Get creative and make your own wildlife-inspired artwork! Participants will learn techniques like drawing, painting, and
School Holiday Program: Superhero Workshop
Write your own jokes with author Mark Gurthrie at Deer Park Library. Audience: Children 6-14 yr
School Holidays Build your own LEGO Basketball Game
1.5 hour ALL AGES LEGO Building program. Build and keep your very own custom LEGO basketball game
School Holiday Cooking Workshops
Looking for something different for the kids these school holidays? At Lankan Tucker, we’re hosting fun, hands-on cooki
Create a cute Polar Bear Mask
Join Janet in creating a cute Polar Bear mask to take home.
All materials are supplied by the Library.
ACMI Kids Holiday Program
Enjoy a range of fun and creative workshops and activities for kids during the school holidays at ACMI.
CSIRAC: Australia's First Computer
Explore the history of computing and see the CSIRAC, Australia's first computer, up close. Learn about the evolution of
Colour: See the World in a New Light
Discover the science behind colour and how it shapes our perception of the world around us.
Science Week Holiday Activities
Join us for fun, hands-on science activities during the school holidays. Explore the wonders of the natural world throug
School Holiday Workshops
Get creative during the school holidays with a range of hands-on workshops covering art, design, and more. Suitable for
Explore the Backyard
Discover the fascinating creatures living in your own backyard during these school holiday nature exploration programs.
School Holiday Program: Dinosaur Detectives
Join our team of Dinosaur Detectives and go on a journey to uncover the secrets of prehistoric creatures. Explore the mu
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Build my current holiday planFrequently asked questions
When were Easter school holidays in Victoria in 2026?
Easter school holidays in Victoria ran from 4 April 2026 to 19 April 2026 in 2026.
What are examples of free Easter activities for kids in Melbourne?
Some free Easter-style activity ideas in Melbourne include School Holiday Craft Workshop: Nature Prints, Create a cute Polar Bear Mask, ACMI Kids Holiday Program. Use Hollie to find current local options that match your family's age range and budget.
How long were Easter school holidays in Victoria?
Easter school holidays in Victoria were approximately 2 weeks long in 2026.
What age groups are these holiday ideas designed for?
These archived activity ideas span a broad range of ages, from toddlers through to teens. Hollie is more useful for current planning because it can filter recommendations to your child's exact age and interests.
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