Easter is almost at our door, and many Aussies are beginning to wonder what activities are there to attend in Melbourne for the holiday. Kids are looking forward to that thrilling week, when they are allowed to get all dirty and messy, decorating eggs and participating in various Easter decoration craft activities. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that almost the entire second half of March is filled with numerous festivals, games, contests, meets and other events. The best part is that most of these are free or with a minimal ticket price of $10 per kid, and you get to bring your own materials, eggs and toys, if you want to. Here’s what you can expect this Easter:
Easter fun at the Melbourne Star
There’s no better place for the entire family to enjoy an egg-cellent day out this Easter holiday than the Melbourne Star – there will be free chocolate eggs for kids, Easter activities with Melbie the Bear and a free kid’s ticket with every regular full-priced ticket. Melbie will also be hosting an Easter Activity Corner on the Flight Deck. He will help kids colour their own Melbourne Star Easter tote bags, as well as hand out free hugs and free chocolate eggs.
Where: 101 Waterfront Way, Docklands VIC 3008
When: Friday 30th of March 2018 – Sunday 1st of April 2018
Time: 11am and 2pm
Cost: Adult – $36; Child – $22
Easter Scramble at The Big Goose
The Easter Bunny is coming back to The Big Goose this Easter again for some fun Easter Scramble. The goal of the game is to gather as many plastic Easter eggs as you can, before The Easter Bunny rings his bell! Once the game is over, you bring your eggs to the counting station – every child gets to take home a bag of Easter eggs, and the highest number collected goes on a special board to win a great prize. The event is suitable for kids of all ages.
Where: The Big Goose 233 Mornington Tyabb Road, Moorooduc 3933
When: Friday 30th of March 2018 – Monday 2nd of April 2018
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: Adult – $18; Child – $14 (2 – 14 years)
Melbourne Easter Show 2018
Melbourne Easter Show is returning in 2018 to the luscious greens of the Cranbourne Racecourse. This event provides the local community with great experiences and interactions, and a day filled with fun, thanks to the wide range of children’s activities, interactive demonstrations, roving entertainers, carnival rides, face painters, storytelling, Easter Egg Hunts, and much more.
Where: Grant Street, Cranbourne 3977
When: Friday 30th of March 2018 – Monday 2nd of April 2018
Time: 10am-9pm
Cost: Free, but participation in the different events may cost up to $10/ each
Meet the Easter Bunny at Springhill Shopping Centre
Lots of fun, games and prizes for kids of all ages. Each year Springhill Shopping Centre provides their clients with a great show and well spent time for people of all ages.
Where: Corner of Thompsons Rd & Narre Warren Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne
When: Saturday 31st of March 2018
Time: 11:00am – 02:00pm
Cost: Free
Bendigo Easter Festival 2018
The 2018 Bendigo Easter Festival promises 4 stimulating days filled with fun and entertainment. Bendigo will come alive with activities that will attract all age groups. The Bendigo Easter Festival is the oldest community festival in Australia that occurs on Easter each year since 1870. Many community activities will be held throughout the wider city centres too, so keep an eye on the festival’s website and download the Festival App for current updates.
Where: Bridge St Bendigo 3550
When: Friday 30th of March 2018 – Monday 2nd of April 2018
Time: 09:30am – 05:00pm
Cost: Free
Easter Chocolate Market
The Craft & Co is hosting some of Australia’s great chocolate makers for the inaugural Easter Chocolate Market to showcase the passion and products which make them so special. Brands such as Ratio Cocoa Roasters, Atypic Chocolate, Wawa Chocolatier & Treat Dreams will showcase bean-to-bar products. Plus, The Craft & Co Bar will be full of Koko Deluxe hot chocolates, chocolate martinis (available in 100ml bottles to take home) and a lot more.
Where: 390 Smith Street, Collingwood, Victoria, Australia 3066
When: Sunday 25th of March 2018
Time: 11:00am – 05:00pm
Cost: Free entrance
