Got a little mate who loves musicals, theatre shows, circus and plays? These are ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best shows for kids you need to book ASAP.

Performances for families

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³Ô¹ÏÍø Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

Kids attractions

Double-storey ArtPlay building with city skyscrapers in the background.

ArtPlay

A creative arts centre for children to share unique experiences with professional artists.

Baby looking in a mirror.

Children's Gallery ³Ô¹ÏÍø Museum

This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.

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ArtVo

An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.

Koala in a gum tree at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Zoo.

³Ô¹ÏÍø Zoo

Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

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The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

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Free things to do with kids in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.

An outdoor restaurant by the river with pizza and pasta dishes on the table.

The best family-friendly restaurants in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Grab a bite at one of these kid-approved and pram-friendly spots.

Last updated on Fri 31 Oct 2025

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A crowd of people sitting on picnic blankets at an outdoor cinema at sunset.

The best pop-up and outdoor cinemas in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Find the best outdoor cinema, pop-up theatres and free movies.

People milling around Fed Square at night.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, ³Ô¹ÏÍø gets lit once the lights go out.

Audience in curved rows of seating looking towards the stage curtain inside the Regent Theatre.

Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s premier live performance venues.

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An illustration from the book 'You & Me and the Land of Lost Things', of the two cartoon characters, You and Me, wearing cardboard box helmets and space suits, on an adventure.
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Andy Griffiths’ YOU & ME and The Land of Lost Things

Get ready for action, imagination, and extremely questionable navigation.

Magician Tim Credible wearing a red and yellow striped vest and hat, with Douzie the Dragon puppet on his arm.
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Family Magic Show with Tim Credible

A high-energy, interactive show packed with amazing magic and laugh-out-loud comedy for kids.

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The Tricky Nick Magic Show

Join Australia's weirdest magician on a wild rollercoaster ride through his magical mind.

Magician Liam ‘LJ’ Jumpertz in a tuxedo with bow tie looking bewildered in front of a red velvet curtain.
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Close Up Tragic

The perfect comedy magic show for families with older kids these school holidays.