spring school holiday ideas 2024

Check out this handy one pager to work your way through some great events, holiday programs and fun happenings throughout the holidays. If you need more inspiration just choose your own Eastie adventure on Mamma Knows East's full website - where you will find hundreds of places to go, markets, cafes, playgrounds and more


events and fun

School holidays in Melbourne are built for fun, here are some great options for some fun events and activities happening nearby.

*Mamma is partnering with a few places, including some paid listings, to bring fantastic local events for families these school holidays. These partnerships help Mamma Knows provide the best local inspiration for families


budget friendly

There are lots of fun places to explore in Melbourne’s east that won’t break the bank. Here are Mamma’s top ideas that are FREE or will cost you $5


must go playgrounds

Looking for some playground fun these school holidays?
Mamma has some great playground ideas right here - all road tested and fun approved!


family adventures

Grab the whole gang PLUS those buddies from school and kinder, and head out on a big old fashioned adventure


eats and treats

Kids are gonna need to eat and having a holiday treat is half the fun!

rainy day

It will happen - no doubt - a day or two that is best spent indoors. But it doesn’t need to be in front of the TV when these great places to play are just around the corner.


more mamma fun

The Mamma crew love all there is all over Melbourne. Here is what is happening near Mamma Knows West, North, South and Melbourne (the city!)