Things To Do With Kids Melbourne
Get the whole family feeling creative with these hands-on things to do with kids in Melbourne! Guided by local makers across the city, you and your little ones can learn how to cook, craft or paint together and create lasting memories. On the hunt for a birthday experience gift or a creative hobby to try in 2025? From screen printing in Fitzroy North to pasta making in Brunswick and beyond, these things to do in Melbourne with family are designed for absolute beginners, looking to add a dash of fun and creativity to their week.
Fun activities, just for kids
Wheel Throwing Class for Kids and Parents
4.9 (21)
7+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Burwood & Brunswick
1 to 10 guests
$90
Pottery Taster Class for Teens
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Mentone
1 to 30 guests
$89 Now $59
Teens Art Class
5.0 (1)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Blackburn North
1 to 4 guests
$38
Children's Candle Making Class
Runs regularly
Laverton, Kurunjang & Laverton North
1 to 6 guests
$12 - $20
Wheel Throwing Workshop for Kids and Families
4.9 (117)
10+ years & Adults
Only 2 dates left
Bentleigh
1 to 10 guests
$80
Manga Character Drawing Class for Kids and Teens
4.8 (21)
7 to 14 years
Runs regularly
Albert Park
1 to 12 guests
$58 - $65
Wheel Throwing Workshop for Parents and Kids
4.9 (9)
4 to 15 years
Runs regularly
Box Hill South
1 to 6 guests
$139
Bead Mosaic Workshop for Kids (4 Years Plus)
4.8 (24)
4 to 15 years
Runs regularly
Caulfield
1 to 30 guests
$34 - $44
Kids Pottery Wheel Throwing Taster Workshop
5.0 (4)
2+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Mentone
1 to 35 guests
$89 Now $59
School Holiday Pottery Class
5.0 (5)
4+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Capel Sound
1 to 40 guests
$35 - $55
Polymer Clay Class for Kids
5.0 (3)
6+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Pascoe Vale South
1 to 3 guests
$59
Kids Drawing and Painting Class
4.8 (6)
7 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Blackburn North
1 to 18 guests
$38
Teen Wheel Throwing Taster Workshop
5.0 (253) (for this teacher)
5+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Braeside
1 to 30 guests
$55 - $65
Kids Creative Playtime Class: Your Art, Your Way
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
2 to 14 years
Runs regularly
Mentone
1 to 30 guests
$55
Kids Term: After School Arts and Crafts Workshop
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
6 to 11 years
Only 1 date left
Mentone
1 to 10 guests
$250
Painting Class for Kids and Teens
5 years in business
5 to 15 years
Runs regularly
Northcote
1 to 10 guests
$32 - $45
Weekend Art Class for Kids
5k likes
10 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Lilydale
1 to 20 guests
$35
Parents and Kids Cooking Class
4.8 (4)
10 to 16 years
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 20 guests
$125 - $250
Drawing Lessons for Kids and Teens
4.8 (157) (for this teacher)
8+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Northcote
1 to 5 guests
$39
Kids Pottery 4 Week Term Class
4.9 (29) (for this teacher)
6 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Mentone
1 to 10 guests
$275 - $285
Art Class for Kids
5.0 (6)
4 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Hawthorn
1 to 10 guests
$65
Manga Drawing Class for Kids and Teens: Characters and Poses
4.8 (69) (for this teacher)
7 to 14 years
Only 1 date left
Albert Park
1 to 10 guests
$58 - $65
Birthday Art Party for Adults and Kids
1k followers
4+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Doncaster East
1 to 30 guests
$49 - $59
Hand-building Pottery Workshop for Kids
3k followers
8 to 14 years
Runs regularly
Doreen
/ Mobile
1 to 10 guests
$70 - $79
Green Day: Paint, Plant, Create Family Kid Friendly Workshop
1k followers
4+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Doncaster East
1 to 30 guests
$54 - $65
School Holiday Art Workshop for Kids
4.9 (14)
5 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Blackburn North
1 to 10 guests
$38
Mum and Kid Pottery Bonding Workshop
2+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Blackburn
1 to 5 guests
$150
Creative Art Party for Kids
4.6 (416) (for this teacher)
3+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
South Melbourne
1 to 50 guests
$45 - $55
Baby Hand and Footprint Ceramics
5.0 (10)
4.9 (1k) (for this host)
Only 1 date left
Bentleigh
1 on 1
$30
Kids and Teens Art Class
6k followers
6+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Surrey Hills
1 to 8 guests
$28
Kids Ceramic Workshop: Plant Pot Making
4.8 (5)
7 to 13 years
Your choice of time
Blackburn
1 to 10 guests
$60
Teenagers Kids Drawing and Sketching Series Class
1k followers
7+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Doncaster East
1 to 30 guests
$140 - $175
Drawing and Sketching Adult / Kids Friendly Course
1k followers
7+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Doncaster East
1 to 50 guests
$140 - $175
Watercolour Painting Course1 Adult, Kids Friendly
1k followers
4+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Doncaster East
1 to 30 guests
$110 - $140
Kids Painting Workshop - Enjoy Bonding Time
1k followers
3+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Collingwood
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$10 - $65
Mini Makers Workshop: Creative Fun for Kids
2k likes
Runs regularly
Mooroolbark
1 to 10 guests
$25
Drawing and Sketching Class for Kids
4k followers
5+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Templestowe
1 to 9 guests
$28
School Holiday Water Marbling Workshop
5.0 (9)
4 to 18 years
Only 1 date left
Kensington
1 to 20 guests
$70
Drawing Class for Kids
5+ years & Adults
Runs regularly
Donvale
1 to 6 guests
$39
Art and Craft Workshop for Children
5.0 (1)
4 to 14 years
Runs regularly
Mordialloc
1 to 30 guests
$20
Art Club (Ages 6-12)
2k likes
6 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Mooroolbark
1 to 3 guests
$35 - $250
Kids Painting Course
5.0 (1)
4 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Docklands
1 to 5 guests
$60
Preschool Music, Movement & Dance Workshop for 2-5 Year Olds
28 years in business
2 to 6 years
Runs regularly
Rowville
1 to 12 guests
$15
Kids & Teens Italian Cooking Class
5.0 (1)
7 to 13 years
Runs regularly
Bentleigh East
1 to 50 guests
$140
Kids & Teens Asian Cooking Class
5.0 (1)
8 to 13 years
Runs regularly
Bentleigh East
1 to 50 guests
$140
School Holiday Cooking and Craft Class for Kids and Teens
5.0 (1)
5 to 14 years
Runs regularly
Bentleigh East
1 to 50 guests
$140
No-Sew DIY Tutu-making Class for Kids
6 years in business
4 to 12 years
Runs regularly
Templestowe
1 to 30 guests
$39
School Holiday Cooking Class for Kids and Teens
5.0 (76) (for this teacher)
9 to 13 years
Runs regularly
Bentleigh East
1 to 50 guests
$140
For kids and adults
Beginners Wheel Throwing Workshop
4.9 (413)
5k followers
Runs regularly
Pascoe Vale South
1 to 8 guests
$80 - $100
Wheel Throwing Taster Class: Clay Soirée
4.9 (495)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 16 guests
$75 - $90
Wheel Throwing Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (713)
16k followers
Runs regularly
Burwood & Brunswick
1 to 18 guests
$110 - $119
Wheel Throwing Workshop
4.9 (717)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Bentleigh
1 to 10 guests
$95
Mindful Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners
4.9 (275)
6 years in business
Runs regularly
Box Hill South
1 to 10 guests
$109 Now $79
Introductory Glassblowing Workshop
5.0 (361)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Coburg North
1 to 6 guests
$385
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Class
4.9 (1,337)
23k followers
Runs regularly
Melbourne
1 to 40 guests
$69 - $179
Gold Charm Bar and Workshop: Design Your Own Jewellery
5.0 (48)
Runs regularly
South Yarra
1 to 20 guests
$99
Bonsai Class for Beginners
4.9 (88)
43k followers
Only 2 dates left
South Yarra
/ Mobile
1 to 45 guests
$120
Modern Kintsugi Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (16)
5.0 (104) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Docklands
1 to 8 guests
$100
Dessert Candle Making Workshop
4.9 (71)
6k followers
Runs regularly
Melbourne
1 to 16 guests
$100 - $140
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
4.8 (432)
5 years in business
Runs regularly
Collingwood
/ Mobile
1 to 100 guests
$59 - $129
Barista Coffee Making and Latte Art Class
4.9 (189)
3k followers
Runs regularly
North Melbourne
1 to 6 guests
$118
Ceramic Painting Workshop: Clay Soirée
4.9 (284)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 15 guests
$75
Vietnamese Cooking Class
4.9 (37)
4.8 (771) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 20 guests
$197 - $354
Introduction to Glassblowing Workshop
5.0 (21)
1k followers
Runs regularly
West Footscray
1 to 30 guests
$330
Wheel Throwing Taster Workshop
4.9 (29)
5.0 (253) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Braeside
1 to 30 guests
$55 - $65
Serene Terrarium Workshop for Beginners
5.0 (16)
5.0 (104) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Docklands
1 to 20 guests
$95
Glassblowing Workshop: Taster
5.0 (32)
5.0 (409) (for this teacher)
Runs regularly
Coburg North
1 to 6 guests
$145
Beginners Hand Building Clay Workshop
4.9 (65)
5k followers
Runs regularly
Pascoe Vale South
1 to 8 guests
$60 - $90
Essential Oil Perfume Making Workshop
5.0 (39)
Runs regularly
Kew
1 to 30 guests
$75 - $95
Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop with Fresh Food Hamper
5.0 (113)
Runs regularly
Thornbury
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
$108
Wheel Throwing Workshop
5.0 (170)
Runs regularly
Braeside
1 to 20 guests
$99 - $109
Cut and Paste Collage Workshop
5.0 (1,014)
13k followers
Runs regularly
Brunswick
1 to 30 guests
$85 - $95
Japanese Cooking Class
4.9 (68)
4k followers
Runs regularly
Abbotsford
1 to 40 guests
$197 - $354
Chocolate Painting Class
5.0 (29)
2k followers
Runs regularly
Docklands
1 to 24 guests
$80
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Things To Do With Kids Melbourne
Find fun things to do with kids near you
Unleash your child's creativity and ignite their imagination with a range of art, craft, and cooking classes near you. If you’re looking for fun things to do with kids in Melbourne then these activities are perfect for you. Try out an art class in Hawthorn, where kids will learn how to paint and express themselves through different mediums. In these hands-on workshops, kids can experiment with colours and brushstrokes to create their own unique masterpieces. Does your little one love getting messy? Get their hands into clay at a wheel throwing pottery workshop in Croydon North. The joy of creating something tangible like ceramic mugs is truly magical. Craft classes take creativity to the next level, providing kids with the chance to explore different techniques and materials. From making personalised jewellery in Caulfield to building their own terrariums in Moonee Ponds, these classes are designed to inspire children and boost their confidence. The pride they feel when showcasing their creations is truly priceless.
Love getting crafty in the kitchen? Cooking classes are a delightful way to engage kids in the culinary arts. They can learn to make delicious desserts or even try their hand at making homemade gnocchi in Brunswick. These beginner-friendly classes introduce them to new flavours, teach them essential kitchen skills, and create lasting memories of cooking together as a family. The best part? These classes and things to do with kids in Melbourne are designed to be welcoming and inclusive so you can focus on quality time.
Your guide to family-friendly school holiday activities
On the hunt for family-friendly activities in Melbourne to try out these school holidays? Make their time off school even more special with arts and crafts! These fun things to do in Melbourne for families are not only incredibly fun, but they also provide a unique opportunity for you and your loved ones to bond and learn new skills together. Combine tasty treats with a hands-on experience at cooking classes. Learn how to roll sushi and create your own delicious snacks filled with fresh ingredients or dive into the world of dessert making and whip up scrumptious homemade ice cream creations. These classes introduce new flavours and techniques while fostering teamwork and communication in the kitchen.
Get crafty with your ideas for fun things to do in Melbourne with family. Craft classes offer a chance to unleash your creativity and work on exciting projects as a team. Try your hand at screen printing and design your own unique prints on fabric. Looking for unique indoor family activities in Melbourne? Explore the fascinating world of fluid art and create mesmerising abstract masterpieces together at an acrylic pouring class. For manga enthusiasts, manga drawing classes provide an opportunity to learn the art of creating expressive characters and captivating storylines. Don't worry if you or your family members are beginners – these classes are designed to be the perfect family day out in Melbourne and there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, gather your loved ones, embrace the joy of creating together, and make the most of your school holiday with these fantastic experiences.
Fun family activities in Melbourne to try in 2025
Transform your 2025 family things to do in Melbourne with a fun and creative experience! Engage the senses with clay play and shape and mould clay into unique creations as a family. Whether it's making whimsical sculptures or crafting functional pottery, working with clay encourages creativity and evokes relaxation, making it a delightful activity for a family night out in Melbourne. For a hands-on experience, try wheel throwing classes. Discover the art of creating pottery on a pottery wheel and shape clay into beautiful ceramics. It's a tactile activity that fosters concentration and patience while providing a sense of accomplishment. Looking for classic things to do in Melbourne this weekend with family? Learn the basics of sketching, shading, and perspective, and watch your drawings come to life at drawing classes. With the new skills you learn, you and your little ones will have a whole new hobby to try at home.
When it comes to cooking, taco making classes are a fun and flavourful choice. Learn to prepare delicious and authentic tacos using fresh ingredients and spices. If you and your family are pasta lovers, indulge in the art of Italian cooking. From mastering homemade pasta to creating mouthwatering sauces, Italian cooking classes offer a delightful culinary journey. Discover the secrets of traditional Italian recipes and taste-test all your yummy creations. Don't worry if you or your family members are beginners – these classes are designed for all skill levels, and no previous experience is necessary. So, gather your loved ones and make the most of your family time in Melbourne this year.
