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Melbourne’s Hot Chocolate Festival is Back This August!
Melbourne’s favourite winter tradition is back! The Hot Chocolate Festival returns this August with 31 over-the-top flavours served across the Yarra Valley, Great Ocean Road, and Mornington Peninsula Chocolateries. From sponge tacos to golden melting spheres, don’t miss this indulgent, family-friendly event running 1–31 August 2025.
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Monster Jam Returns to Melbourne – Tickets On Sale Now!
Get ready, Melbourne! The Monster Jam World Tour is roaring back into town this October – and tickets are on sale now! 📅 Saturday 4 October 2025 📍 AAMI Park, Olympic Blvd 🎟 Grab your tickets here Experience the thrill of 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks tearing up the dirt in this high-octane, family-friendly showdown of…
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Big Earle’s BBQ: A Family-Friendly Gem in Port Melbourne
If you’re looking for smoky, saucy BBQ and a laid-back atmosphere the whole family will love, Big Earle’s Roadhouse BBQ in Port Melbourne is a must-visit. With fire pits, quirky décor, games for the kids, and mouth-watering brisket, it’s more than just a meal — it’s an experience.
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🇮🇹 Viva Italia! Preston Market’s Italian Day Festival Returns
Experience a taste of Italy in the heart of Preston! The Italian Day Festival returns to Preston Market on Sunday 31 August 2025, with a full day of live music, traditional dancing, mouth-watering Italian eats, and free kids’ activities. It’s one of Melbourne’s must-visit events for families this winter — and best of all, it’s…
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Inspiring Student Films Now Showing at Arts Centre Melbourne
An inspiring new display at Arts Centre Melbourne showcases the creative talents of students from Nepean School, who used shadow puppetry, music, and storytelling to turn their personal experiences into short films. Part of the Stories in the Wall: Secret Surprises program, this powerful and inclusive exhibition is free to visit until 31 August 2025.
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Beetlejuice The Musical – Now Haunting Melbourne!
The Netherworld has landed in Melbourne! Beetlejuice The Musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre — a hilarious, high-energy stage show starring Eddie Perfect in the role he wrote the music and lyrics for. Pair it with a spooky-luxe high tea at The Westin for the ultimate day out.
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Beetlejuice The Musical High Tea at The Westin Melbourne
Step into the world of Beetlejuice at The Westin Melbourne’s spooky-luxe High Tea experience! From ghostly cocktails to show-inspired treats, this theatrical high tea is the perfect pre-show indulgence or stand-alone afternoon adventure. A must-do for fans of the strange, the unusual, and deliciously creative dining.
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Unearth Gold Rush Adventures at Central Deborah Gold Mine
Looking for a unique and educational family outing these school holidays? Central Deborah Gold Mine in Bendigo offers an immersive experience into Australia’s gold rush era, perfect for kids and adults alike. Explore the Underground Descend 61 metres below the surface on the Mine Experience Tour. Donning hard hats and miners’ lamps, families can navigate…
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Discovering Bendigo: A Family-Friendly School Holiday Adventure
If you’re planning a school holiday escape with the kids, Bendigo is a brilliant choice. We recently explored this vibrant regional city and were blown away by the family-friendly mix of hands-on fun, history, and great food. From spinning clay at Bendigo Pottery to venturing underground at Central Deborah Gold Mine, every stop was an…
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