What's on - family activities and events

School holidays

Looking for something to keep the kids busy these school holidays? We have a great range of activities for children and young people.

Children's Week

Join in the fantastic range of fee activities for all the family to celebrate Children's Week from 22-30 October.

Upcoming events for children and families

Fairy Tale Courtroom

06 Jul 2025 Eltham Little Theatre's annual youth production. Fun for all the family!

Eltham Performing Arts Centre, 1603 Main Road, Research 3095

6 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Music, Drama & Arts

Walking Football Grandparents and Grandchildren Session

07 Jul 2025 A free school holiday multigenerational session where grandparents and grandchildren can play Walking Football together on the same pitch.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

1 more date

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Sports

Reach & Belong Cooking Class

09 Jul 2025 Reach & Belong's cooking classes help adults and teenagers with disabilities learn how too cook, meet new friends and discover new favourite meals!

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

23 more dates

Tagged as: , Kids & family, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Walking Football Grandparents and Grandchildren Session

11 Jul 2025 A free school holiday multigenerational session where grandparents and grandchildren can play Walking Football together on the same pitch.

Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre, 44 Civic Drive, Greensborough 3088

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Sports

Nillumbik Repair Cafe

12 Jul 2025 A place to bring your broken items to receive a new lease on life. Don't ditch it: fix it! Takes place on the second Saturday of every month.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Road, Hurstbridge 3099

4 more dates

Tagged as: , Environment, Kids & family, Senior Events, Talks, Tours & Workshops

Family Storytime at the Hurstbridge Hub

23 Jul 2025 Join this fun family storytime session at the Hurstbridge Hub! This open-age session will feature songs, rhymes and stories by our amazing storyteller that your whole family will enjoy.

Hurstbridge Community Hub, 50 Graysharps Rd, Hurstbridge 3099

18 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Music, Drama & Arts, Talks, Tours & Workshops

The Art of Noticing - art and mindfulness workshops

02 Aug 2025 The Art of Noticing is a free 90-minute workshop blending mindfulness, creativity, and nature. Held at Allwood Neighbourhood House in Hurstbridge, it’s perfect for beginners. Enjoy simple art techniques, connect with nature, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired. Led by local artist Erika Clarkson in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Allwood Neighbourhood House, 901 Main Hurstbridge Road, Hurstbridge 3099

5 more dates

Tagged as: , Health & Wellbeing, Talks, Tours & Workshops

The Artisan Woodworkers Fair

08 Nov 2025 Eltham and District Woodworker Club Inc. is hosting The Artisan Woodworking Fair. This free community event features displays, sales, raffle, demonstrations and free children's woodworking activities.

Eltham Community and Reception Centre, 801 Main Road, Eltham 3094

1 more date

Tagged as: , Exhibitions, Music, Drama & Arts, Senior Events

Eltham Fun Run & Walk 2025

16 Nov 2025 5km walk, 5km run or 10km run – all kicking off from Eltham Leisure Centre and heading along the scenic Diamond Creek Trail. There’ll be a coffee van, food trucks and local business stalls at the start/finish line. All funds raised go to the Pat Cronin Foundation.

Eltham Leisure Centre, 40 Brougham Street, Eltham 3095

Tagged as: , Fundraisers, Health & Wellbeing, Kids & family, Sports

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