10 Epic Things to Do with Kids This Week (No Boredom Allowed)


Hi Reader đź‘‹

Do you ever feel like parentlyf can get a bit boring? I do.

That's why 14 years ago I started blogging - to get myself out of a wake-feed-bed-bath-sleep rut while also sparking inspiration for other people's family adventures.

I created Tot Hot or Not to be like your bestie parent friend - provide recommendations, share what's been a hit and help each other avoid the duds.

When you’ve built a network of fellow parents and caregivers, sharing ideas for fun activities gets so much easier.

So hit reply and tell me your suburb + age of your kiddo/s — I’ll send you 3 ideas in 24 hours! I’d love to help you find a few fun ideas for your crew (or I'll ask our awesome community to pitch in with their ideas).

Joyce xx

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Splash Into Fun

Designed especially for little adventurers, the new Merry People Kids Andie Boot brings all the comfort, durability, and signature style of the classic Merry People range—just in a smaller size.

Lightweight, flexible, and easy for kids to pull on and off, these boots are made for puddle-jumping, playground-hopping, and everything in between.

​The full Merry People collection includes ankle and tall styles for adults too, so the whole family can step out in waterproof comfort and colour.

Our family are HUGE Merry People fans - we're up to our 10th pair by now (thanks to those constantly growing kiddie feet).

From school runs to weekend wanders, these boots are made to brighten even the gloomiest Melbourne day, guaranteed. Don't let the weather stop you from having family adventures!

Top Picks

  • ​Song Play at Melbourne Recital Centre (Every second Wednesday until 25 Jun - excl. 14 May) Designed and run by an early learning specialist, Song Play mixes fun interactions with real instruments, musical games, dancing, and most importantly, singing.
  • ​Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out (Thursday 24 Apr - Sunday 27 Apr) Enjoy an action-packed live show filled with muddy puddles, music, and plenty of snorts and giggles!
  • ​The Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale (Various times & dates until Sunday 8 Jun) Experience Tolkien’s epic trilogy brought to life through musical storytelling.
  • ​The Art of Nature @ MoPA (Daily until Saturday 31 May) Explore immersive activities celebrating nature's beauty, encouraging kids to play, create, and discover.
  • ​Jurassic Unearthed (Various dates & times until Sunday 27 Apr) Journey back to prehistoric times and meet life-sized animatronic dinosaurs at this exciting interactive event.
  • ​Skywhales Across Australia (Saturday 26 Apr) Witness the spectacular Skywhale hot air balloon sculptures as they float gracefully over the Mornington Peninsula.
  • ​Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers (Daily until Sunday 27 Apr) Stroll through fields bursting with vibrant blooms, plus family-friendly entertainment and fun activities.
  • ​Science Studio at Scienceworks (Saturday 26 Apr) Inspire curiosity through hands-on science experiments and STEM-inspired workshops.
  • ​Peter & The Wolf (Sunday 27 Apr) Enjoy Prokofiev's beloved musical tale, introducing children to classical music through storytelling and orchestral sounds, presented by the Inner West Symphony Orchestra.
  • ​Fairies & Goblins (Daily until Sunday 27 Apr) Enjoy fairy and goblin meet-and-greets, craft activities, potion-making, archery, face painting, and more.

New + Noteworthy

​Kid-friendly Hotel with History​​

Would you stay in a prison with your kids?

We did… and LOVED it.

​Pub Picks for Families​

These pubs tick all the boxes—kids are warmly welcomed, menus are family-friendly, and parents can truly relax.

​Potterheads Unite​

Step into the magical world of Harry Potter, filled with authentic props, costumes, and immersive interactive experiences.

​May Magic​

As winter approaches, take advantage of Melbourne and Victoria's vibrant theatre, art galleries, and stunning autumn landscapes.

​Vine Time​

Sip, savour and explore with the kids at these stunning family-friendly wineries.

​Bluey Bonanza​

Love Bluey? Explore the best merchandise, including cute clothes, cosy pyjamas, fun toys, books, and homewares for ultimate fans.


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NOTE: You can select multiple age groups if you're a parent/carer of more than one child.

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