Wondering what to do these school holidays?
Well, wonder no more! We have plenty of ideas to keep the kids entertained.
From family movies to thrilling amusement shows to muddy races, there is something fun for every child…
22 SEPTEMBER
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW
One of the most-read and famous children’s books of all time by Eric Carle, ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ emerges off the page in an entertaining theatrical experience for the whole family.
Shows at 10am and 12pm
Cardinia Cultural Centre
Tickets $25 per adult, $20 per child, $76 family pass (two adults and two children)
22 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER
ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW
The country comes to the city! Get up close to an array of animals and enjoy the show food and world-class entertainment.
Online tickets start at $18. For tickets times, visit HERE
Melbourne Showgrounds
23 SEPTEMBER
DOVETON SHOW
Showcasing the Doveton Ememmering community, the Doveton Show is a low cost and local alternative to the Melbourne Show.
Entry $1 per person or $5 for a family of 6. Thrill rides $6 each or 4 rides for $20; family rides $3 each or 4 rides for $10.
Mayuna Farm, Doveton.
24 SEPTEMTEMBER
BOOKMARK ART
Fun bookmark art workshop for kids at Pakenham Central Markeplace
11am-2pm
Pakenham Central Marketplace outside Big W
More info, click HERE
24-27 SEPTEMBER
BUNJIL FUN
Free and fun games for young and old at Bunjil Place. Includes inflatable maze, wildlife encounters, hip hop dance, parkour, art and craft workshops, games and movies
Bunjil Place
Daily 11am-2pm
More info HERE
24-27 SEPTEMBER
TROLLS SHOW
Come and party with the trolls at Casey Central Shopping Centre
Live shows at 11am and 1pm daily
Meet and greet 12pm
Free
Outside Woolworths, Casey Central
More details HERE
24-28 SEPTEMBER
STACKA BLOCK ZONE
11am-2pm daily
Level 2, near Target at Westfield Fountain Gate
25 SEPTEMBER
FAIRY SHOW
Join Fairy Smart and fairy Snooze on a mad-cap journey to find the fairy dust stolen by the naughty gnomes. A mix of live music, comedy and acrobatics
Bunjil Place
11am & 1.30pm
More info HERE
26 SEPTEMBER
FUNKY CUPCAKES
Free Funky Cupcakes decorating workshop at Cardinia Lakes Shopping Cenre
1pm-3pm, Cardinia Lakes Shopping Centre
More info HERE
26 SEPTEMBER
PETER RABBIT MOVIE
Peter Rabbit jumps from beloved storybook character to the big screen in this irreverent, contemporary comedy.
10am
Tickets $5 per person, $10 per snack deal (ticket, popcorn and drink)
Cardinia Cultural Centre
26-27 SEPTEMBER
GRAND FINAL FEVER
Footy handball competition for kids aged 4-13 years with some great prizes.
Shopping on Clyde, Berwick-Cranbourne Rd
11am, 12pm and 1pm both days
More info HERE
28 SEPTEMBER
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW
Journey through Eric Carle’s stories as they come to life in and enchanting stage show.
Kids will love getting to know delightful characters from Carle’s bestselling classic tales including, The Artist Who Painted A Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse and The Very Lonely Firefly.
Shows at 10am and 12.30pm, Bunjil Place
Tickets $16. For bookings, click HERE
28 SEPTEMBER
MAGIC WORKSHOPS
Joey’s Magic workshops with Tim Mason. Tim will perform and teach magic to the kids. Each child also receives a complimentary magic show pass to A Maze ‘N Things
Workshops at 11am & 1pm, Phillip Island RSL
Joey’s members $5, non-members $10
More info HERE
28 SEPTEMBER
AFL FINAL CELEBRATIONS
Westfield Fountain Gate is putting on plenty of kid-friendly activities for the grand final public holiday.
Face Painting: 12pm-2pm The AFL Store
Colouring in: 11am-2pm near Big W
Handball Competition: 11am-2pm near Big W
Ferguson Plarre Sampling Pies on the hour (11am – 2pm) , every hour near Big W
30 SEPTEMBER
JUST 4 FUN
Paw Patrol and Peppa Pig will bring some star power to Melbourne’s newest festival, the Just 4 Fun Children’s Festival.
There will be a heap of activities, rides, food stalls and live performances from Peppa and the Paw Patrol pups.
The Adventure Zone will also excite and thrill with rides and attractions for kids of all ages
10am-5pm
State Basketball Centre, Wantirna South
Tickets Child $35, Adult $8, Groups of 10+ children $25ea Family (2A + 2C) $85
For bookings visit, click HERE
1 OCTOBER
ROLL’D SOLDIER WORKSHOP
Learn about healthy ingredients and the correct technique to create your own Roll’d Soldiers.
Level 2, Near Target, Westfield Fountain Gate
11am-2pm
1-4 OCTOBER
BUNJIL FUN
Free and fun games for young and old at Bunjil Place. Includes inflatable maze, wildlife encounters, hip hop dance, parkour, art and craft workshops, games and movies
Bunjil Place
Daily 11am-2pm
More info HERE
1-5 OCTOBER
RUSTY RIVETS
Rusty Rivets and his junkyard workshop are coming to Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre!
11am-2pm daily
Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre, near Target
For more info, click HERE
1-2 OCTOBER
KIDS SHOWTIME CARNIVAL
Spin to win showbags and other instant prizes at Shopping on Clyde
11am-1pm both days
Shopping on Clyde, Berwick-Cranbourne Road
More info HERE
2 OCTOBER
BOOST JUICE WORKSHOP
Kids can decorate their very own Boost cup with the fruit they would like in their juice, then take cup to boost store and claim a FREE juice.
Level 2, Near Target, Westfield Fountain Gate
11am-2pm
2 OCTOBER
RED RACING HOOD
A fun show for kids aged 5+. Terrapin Puppet Theatre Production re-imagines the famous fairytale with wonderful performances, a high-energy soundtrack and puppetry that’s made them famous around the world.
Free but bookings essential. For more info, click HERE
Shows at 10am and midday.
Bunjil Place Theatre
3 OCTOBER
SHERLOCK GNOMES
Gnomeo and Juliet return home to find that everyone in their garden is missing, so they call Sherlock Gnomes!
10am
Cardinia Cultural Centre
Tickets: $5 per person, $10 per snack deal (ticket, popcorn and drink), children aged two years and under are free
3 OCTOBER
CRAZY KITES
A crazy kites making workshop at Pakenham Central Marketplace
11am-2pm Pakenham Central Marketplace outside Big W
More info HERE
3 OCTOBER
YO-GET-IT WORKSHOP
Kids can decorate their very own yogurt cut out to receive a $2 off card for their next purchase.
Level 2, Near Target, Westfield Fountain Gate
11am-2pm
4 OCTOBER
GIGGLE AND HOOT CONCERT
Sing, stomp and roar along to your heart’s content as the much-loved Jimmy Giggle, Hoot and Hootabelle take to the stage in the all new Giggle and Hoot’s Hootastic Concert.
Shows at 10am and 12pm, Cardinia Cultural Centre
For bookings, click HERE
4 OCTOBER
ANIMALS OF OZ
Animals of Oz are bringing some furry (and not so furry) friends to Cardinia Lakes Shopping Centre
1pm-3pm
More info HERE
4 & 5 OCTOBER
SPENDLESS SHOES PENCIL CASE WORKSHOP
Kids can decorate a pencil case to take home
Level 2, Near Target, Westfield Fountain Gate
11am-2pm
6 OCTOBER
MUDDY HELL KIDS – LITTLE DEVILS
Muddy Hell Kids returns to Pakenham, with some ripping new obstacles and a new course layout for your little devils.
The dedicated 2km obstacle course will have your kids running, crawling, climbing and carrying their way through mud, dirt and water to get their very own Little Devils kids medal.
The race is recommended for ages 4 to 12 and parents are encouraged to run along take photos and encourage the little devils.
Entry cost $28-$36
To register, click HERE
Pakenham Racing Club, Tynong
6-7 OCTOBER
BUSK A MOVE
Check out the best emerging local talent face off in the City of Casey’s first ever Busking Festival.
Contortionists, magicians, musicians and other acts will compete for a stack of great prizes and the mantle of Casey’s best busker.
Free
12pm to 8pm both days, Bunjil Place Plaza
