How to Host the Ultimate Covid Picnic in Melbourne

Bask in the sun with these outdoor picnic ideas in Melbourne and celebrate the easing of restrictions with family and friends! If you’re looking for something a little more exciting than the traditional outdoor picnic setup, these creative ideas might be just what you’re after. Play with colourful flowers, learn how to paint a masterpiece or even twist and tie macrame knots with these unique experiences. 

It’s time for the fully vaccinated to gather outside and have some fun. Now that small group outings are possible, get the girls together for casual hens party ideas, catch up with some colleagues for some much-needed team bonding or organise a special birthday gift for a loved one who missed out on a party thanks to lockdown 2021. With these Melbourne activities, you’ll be able to host the ultimate Covid picnic to celebrate any occasion. 

With picnic spots in Fitzroy Gardens to Werribee Park ready to visit, gain inspiration for a relaxing and creative al fresco get together below, and start planning your picnic day 2021!

Make a guest list for your Covid picnic

With the picnic rules in Melbourne changing to suit current public health orders, it’s important to always check the news and information online for regular updates on what you can and can’t do. That being said, as more and more of the population get the jab, it’s likely that we’ll have 80% vaccinated soon, meaning that if you have an online covid vaccination certificate on hand, you’ll be able to get outside, meet up with friends and try something fun together!

When selecting the guestlist for your crafty Covid picnic in VIC, keep things small and intimate. Your teacher counts as a member of your gathering, so keep the rest of your party to the closest people in your life who you’ve been most excited to see during lockdown 2021. Try a floristry course in the park with your hens party, catch up with a couple of your besties for a Kokedama workshop or even try out romantic couple picnic ideas like pottery or painting with your partner. The smaller the better, not just because of the restrictions on outdoor gatherings, but also so you can get the most out of your creative experience!  

Organise the picnic set up

After spending so long inside, organising a picnic may seem a little overwhelming, but don’t worry! Depending on what fun outdoor activities you decide to try out, a local teacher will be there to help organise the set up with you, including picnic rugs or pillows to sit on, the materials and tools you’ll need for your class, and, in some cases, even delicious picnic packs filled with yummy treats and refreshing drinks. If your ideal Covid picnic in VIC involves simply lazing around, nibbling on snacks while chatting with friends then why not try out a food and drink experience, and have your picnic hamper organised for you by local experts.

No matter what you choose, when it comes to your picnic set up, the main thing you’ll need to google is ‘picnic spot near me’ to sort out where your group and teacher can meet up for one of these fun things to do in Melbourne!

5 creative Covid picnic ideas for adults

Make beautiful flower arrangements with fragrant spring blooms

Now that we have a clearer roadmap out of lockdown it’s time to relax outdoors and appreciate the smaller things. Practice mindfulness at a floristry course and learn how to make a gorgeous floral arrangement. Guided by a passionate, local florist, you’ll get to enjoy the calming benefits of colourful, fragrant flowers as you create a beautiful bouquet or posy. Display your floral arrangement in your home as a gentle reminder to focus on self-care.

Looking for classy hens party ideas to enjoy out in the sunshine? Learn how to make a DIY flower crown with the ladies and reconnect over gorgeous, spring blooms.

Twist and tie macrame knots 

Macrame is a must do Melbourne picnic activity if you’re in need of some relaxation. Learn how to make macrame knots by twisting and tying soft yarn and create a stunning wall hanging or pot hanger. The perfect craft for the summer months, you’ll love displaying your decorative pieces in your home or gifting them to loved ones.

Plan a laidback outing with a few colleagues for team building and spend an afternoon away from your laptop in the fresh air. Your teacher will guide you step-by-step through the meditative process, so all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the art of macrame.

Sculpt ceramics using hand building clay

Discover outdoor picnic ideas that are a little more playful and messy with a hand building pottery workshop. Learn how to sculpt clay into a variety of fun creations like a ceramic mug, which your teacher will be able to glaze and fire at their pottery studio, ready for you to pick up in a week or two.

The perfect outdoor activity for a long, lazy Sunday afternoon, grab your friends and enjoy this hands-on ceramics class in the shade.

Capture the scenery with smartphone photography 

Being stuck indoors during VIC lockdown 2021 likely means that your creative inspiration has been lacking lately. Now that you are able to explore the world beyond your front door, why not capture it with a smartphone photography course?  

Led by an experienced photographer, you’ll start to see your surroundings through a whole new lens and discover photography tips and tricks that’ll really make your photos stand out. The best part about smartphone photography is that you’ll be able to perfect your skills at home, so when we’re finally out of lockdown, you’ll have a brand new talent to impress your loved ones with!

Craft a Kokedama moss ball

Celebrate being outside and surrounded by nature with a Kokedama workshop and create your own gorgeous Japanese moss ball. This low maintenance craft is great for absolute beginners, so even if you’re just starting out with plants it’s worth trying out this class. Plus, you’ll be able to take home your finished Kokedama at the end of your picnic!