The lights are strung, the scene is set, the trains are bedazzled: it’s Winter Light Spectacular at Diamond Valley Railway in Eltham! This annual, Winter School Holidays event is a highlight of the Eastie calendar and it’s easy to see why.
Knox’s entertainment offering just got better with the opening of Timezone and Zone Bowling!
Read MoreWelcome to Melbourne’s first Hologram Zoo! Located in Ringwood this fresh new immersive experience is pretty unique. Using Hologram technology and cool 3D glasses, you and your family move through ‘tunnels’ or projection rooms, as the screens come to life and jump out at you!
Read MoreThis school holidays, Flowerdale Estate is lighting up the night with Illumina - an enchanting mix of glowing gardens and crackling fire pits.
Read MoreImmerse yourself in the magic of Lost — a breathtaking, larger-than-life art installation. Created by internationally acclaimed Australian artist Amanda Parer, Lost brings endangered botanical species from around the globe to life through towering, illuminated sculptures of flowers and foliage.
Read MoreOne of the tricky things about going sign seeing in the snow …. is the SNOW! All the best views one interesting things to see are off the beaten trail and in places you just can’t get to … unless you have SNOW SHOES!
Read MoreThere are a few experiences that are bucket list worthy. Being pulled along by husky dogs in the snow just so happened to be on Mammas! Howling Huskys offer snow sled rides through Victoria’s High country, including the village of Dinner Plain.
Read MoreWinter in Victoria’s High Country is the place to be. And if you have the family on board, Dinner Plain is one of the BEST options!
Read MoreWant to take the kids to experience the snow but without the skiing part? You have to check out Dinner Plain. This alpine village is ideal for families looking for snow play and toboggan fun!
Read MoreCalling all junior palaeontologists and dino-obsessed kids! Dinofest has officially stomped into Nortons Park, and it’s prehistorically perfect for a fun family day out.
Read MoreDid YOU KNOW that The Memo in Healesville is also a cinema? When there are no big performances in place, theatre uses the big screen to show movies - including kid friendly sessions!
Read MoreThe Family Fiesta is BACK for a 2025 season at MPAC in Clayton! This annual event celebrates the arts and performances for children in a 4 day action packed program. This year the theme is Antarctica and life on the worlds largest ice sheet. Expect to see interactive installations, performances and workshops, as this year’s festival blends cutting-edge Antarctic science with imaginative and creative experiences.
Read MoreThis winter the Puffing Billy Railway is set to light the Dandenong Ranges up with light! The Train Of Lights will be a special night time service from Lakeside to Gembrook which features a spellbinding travelling light show. July 4 - July 20, 2025
Read MoreThe decommissioned Mayday Hills Lunatic Asylum in Beechworth hold more than ghost tours. It’s the home of the Mayday Escape Rooms. These puzzle rooms are fully immersive and are an incredible amount of fun. Mamma and crew gave The Pharmacy escape room a test drive and it was equal parts challenging and exciting.
Read MoreShopping small is so easy when there are beautifully curated collections in the most beautiful of boutiques, just like Oak and Haven in Croydon South. Yana - the owner - has build this amazing space filled to the brim with treasures for all sorts of occasions.
Read MoreIt’s not everyday that you might choose to be locked in a room with your family. But when there are puzzles to be solved, clues to follow and a room to escape - lock Mamma up! The Time is Key Escape Rooms are a fun filled adventure.
Read MoreMamma and the crew love a Sunday stroll. Even better when there is somewhere that the dogs can have a great walk, enjoy some beautiful views, have some wildlife spotting and a playground at the end. Westerfolds Park is this spot.
Read MoreThis bushland reserve is part of the Warrandyte State Park and is one of THE most beautiful spots along the Yarra River that Mamma has ever been to.
Read MoreBright Brewery is in the perfect spot and you have to visit at least once!
Read MoreIf Mamma sees the words THE MAGIC FOREST pop up on Google maps … you bet your bottom dollar we are going to investigate! Hidden in the Stanley Plantation is a segment of redwoods that soar into the clouds. There are fairy houses, giant nests and dozens of bush cubbies!
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