The Art of Nature at MoPA Thomastown (Daily until Monday 31 Mar) A hands-on creative experience where little ones celebrate nature through art and sensory play.
\n
Brunswick Music Festival (Monday 10 Mar) Live music, culture, and community vibes take over Brunswick for this iconic festival.
\n
The Mask Spirits Hour (Daily until Monday 24 Mar) A collaborative exhibition by creative family collective TudoFAM, exploring ideas of storytelling, shapeshifting and hybrid identities.
\n
\n\n
#3 What's On This Week - SOUTH
\n
\n
Day Out with Thomas (Friday 14 Mar) All aboard! Meet Thomas the Tank Engine and friends for an adventure at Puffing Billy Railway.
\n
What’s in the Woods? (Saturday 15 Mar) An enchanting theatre experience designed especially for babies and toddlers.
\n
Discover & Learn Playgroup (Tuesdays until 1 Apr) Come along and enjoy free playgroup activities with your child, including music, art, reading, block, imaginary, sensory and active play.
\n
\n\n
#4 What's On This Week - EAST
\n
\n
Creative Kids Toddler Mornings (Wednesday 12 Mar) Let little hands explore creativity through fun and interactive art sessions.
\n
Scoresby Steamfest (Monday 10 Mar) Experience the magic of working steam engines, train rides, and vintage fun.
\n
Junior Lab: Art & Science for Kids (Thursdays during term) A fabulous series of fun, interactive, hands-on sessions where children aged 1-5 can explore science and art in a self-led, open play space.
\n
\n\n
#5 What's On This Week - WEST
\n
\n
Play School Concert: Once Upon a Time (Saturday 15 Mar) Join Play School presenters for a fun-filled musical journey through storytelling and song.
\n
Festival of Magic at Kryal Castle (Monday 10 Mar) Enter a world of wizards, spells, and enchantment at this magical medieval festival.
\n
Kangatraining (Thursdays during term) A baby-friendly fitness class designed to keep parents moving while bonding with their little ones.
\n
\n\n
Online & At Home
\n
\n
Scienceworks At Home Play Activities(Online) Are you ready for more hands-on Museum fun from the comfort of your home? Explore a range of family-friendly activities inspired by items in Museums Victoria's collections and exhibitions.
\n
Dino Gang HQ Colouring & Activity Sheets(Online) It’s time to play! Download these colouring and activity sheets to get creative with colours and dive into the world of the Dino Gang.
\n
ABC Kids Listen (Online) A free dedicated kids app and digital radio station providing preschool-aged children and their families with a safe space to hear trusted, educational and entertaining audio programs.
Click here if you no longer want to receive the Fast 5, which contains weekday events and activities for kids 5 and under. You'll continue to receive our regular newsletters with weekend events and activities for kids of all ages.
\n
If you no longer want to receive any of our newsletters just hit 'Unsubscribe' below. We're sorry to see you go!
\n\n","recentPosts":[{"id":8601019,"title":"Hey [FIRST NAME GOES HERE], share your fave outing with me","slug":"what-s-your-fave-family-outing","status":"published","readingTime":3,"campaignCompletedAt":"2025-04-02T21:03:37.000Z","publishedAt":"2025-04-02T21:03:37.000Z","orderByDate":"2025-04-02T21:03:37.000Z","timeAgo":"3 days","thumbnailUrl":"https://embed.filekitcdn.com/e/7BnRynm4t4YA3crGbAE17y/ufwMechM1RWguCzh6UvzzZ","thumbnailAlt":"Easter Movies","path":"posts/what-s-your-fave-family-outing","url":"https://tothotornot.kit.com/posts/what-s-your-fave-family-outing","isPaid":null,"introContent":"Hey Reader Maybe it’s the shift in seasons, but I’ve recently been thinking about why I love what I do here at Tot Hot or Not. First and foremost, I love working with parents like you—people who genuinely want to create special moments for their kids. Finding fun, family-friendly events isn’t just about keeping kids busy—it’s about building memories that shape their childhood. When I started Tot Hot or Not, I wanted to make it easier for families to explore Melbourne without the stress and...","campaignId":18900295,"publicationId":15460322,"metaDescription":""},{"id":8539461,"title":"🍂 Add this to your calendar [FIRST NAME GOES HERE]","slug":"escape-the-ordinary-this-season","status":"published","readingTime":2,"campaignCompletedAt":"2025-03-31T09:31:06.000Z","publishedAt":"2025-03-31T09:31:06.000Z","orderByDate":"2025-03-31T09:31:06.000Z","timeAgo":"5 days","thumbnailUrl":"https://embed.filekitcdn.com/e/7BnRynm4t4YA3crGbAE17y/9wseBHUZXg6zdj7nKuEyyw","thumbnailAlt":"Glamping in Victoria","path":"posts/escape-the-ordinary-this-season","url":"https://tothotornot.kit.com/posts/escape-the-ordinary-this-season","isPaid":null,"introContent":"Hi there Reader, Do you have plans for the upcoming school holidays? I just booked a spontaneous trip to go camping at Wilsons Prom with the kids. No big plans, no prep—just outdoors fun with our 2-second tent (YAAAAS believe the hype - it really is that easy to put up)! So, if you’re also doing some last-minute holiday planning, here’s my challenge for you: Pick one thing from today's round-up of Melbourne's best school holiday events and go make some memories—zero pressure, all fun. Joyce...","campaignId":18825094,"publicationId":15383965,"metaDescription":""},{"id":8539000,"title":"🍂 This is immediately useful for you","slug":"your-autumn-school-holiday-bucket-list","status":"published","readingTime":2,"campaignCompletedAt":"2025-03-30T10:08:29.000Z","publishedAt":"2025-03-30T10:08:29.000Z","orderByDate":"2025-03-30T10:08:29.000Z","timeAgo":"6 days","thumbnailUrl":"https://embed.filekitcdn.com/e/7BnRynm4t4YA3crGbAE17y/2h7KTZKejVQkHXpV5W4fBQ","thumbnailAlt":"Easter Events in Melbourne","path":"posts/your-autumn-school-holiday-bucket-list","url":"https://tothotornot.kit.com/posts/your-autumn-school-holiday-bucket-list","isPaid":null,"introContent":"Hey Reader, You know those moments when you’re trying to plan the perfect day out, but it feels like way too much effort? I’ve totally been there. That’s why I’ve put together a list of fun, easy outings you can do with the kids during the school holidays—no stress, just good times. Ready to dive in? Let's do it! Joyce xx P.S. This is the first edition of our special Autumn School Holidays newsletters packed with activity and event ideas for kids. You'll see The Daily Scoop land in your inbox...","campaignId":18825092,"publicationId":15383963,"metaDescription":""}],"newsletter":{"formId":2816441,"productId":null,"productUrl":null,"featuredPostId":null,"subscribersOnly":false},"isPaidSubscriber":false,"isSubscriber":false,"originUrl":"https://tothotornot.kit.com/posts/fast-5-new-season-new-ways-to-have-fun","creatorProfileName":"We help families to have fun + make happy memories","creatorProfileId":42513}Fast 5: New season, new ways to have fun
Fast 5: New season, new ways to have fun
Published 27 days ago • 3 min read
Fast 5
What's On
#1 What's On This Week - CBD
Beam Me Up, Baby! (Thursday 13 Mar - Sunday 16 Mar) A multi-sensory adventure for babies and toddlers, blending light, movement, and sound into an enchanting experience.
Joy Exhibition (Daily until Friday 29 Aug) The Immigration Museum to life with an emotive adventure where creativity, colour and storytelling join forces to take you on a transformative journey.
Stompers at City Library (Tuesdays during term) Wiggle, stomp, and groove at this lively music and movement session for little ones.
#2 What's On This Week - NORTH
The Art of Nature at MoPA Thomastown (Daily until Monday 31 Mar) A hands-on creative experience where little ones celebrate nature through art and sensory play.
Brunswick Music Festival (Monday 10 Mar) Live music, culture, and community vibes take over Brunswick for this iconic festival.
The Mask Spirits Hour (Daily until Monday 24 Mar) A collaborative exhibition by creative family collective TudoFAM, exploring ideas of storytelling, shapeshifting and hybrid identities.
#3 What's On This Week - SOUTH
Day Out with Thomas (Friday 14 Mar) All aboard! Meet Thomas the Tank Engine and friends for an adventure at Puffing Billy Railway.
What’s in the Woods? (Saturday 15 Mar) An enchanting theatre experience designed especially for babies and toddlers.
Discover & Learn Playgroup (Tuesdays until 1 Apr) Come along and enjoy free playgroup activities with your child, including music, art, reading, block, imaginary, sensory and active play.
#4 What's On This Week - EAST
Creative Kids Toddler Mornings (Wednesday 12 Mar) Let little hands explore creativity through fun and interactive art sessions.
Scoresby Steamfest (Monday 10 Mar) Experience the magic of working steam engines, train rides, and vintage fun.
Junior Lab: Art & Science for Kids (Thursdays during term) A fabulous series of fun, interactive, hands-on sessions where children aged 1-5 can explore science and art in a self-led, open play space.
#5 What's On This Week - WEST
Play School Concert: Once Upon a Time (Saturday 15 Mar) Join Play School presenters for a fun-filled musical journey through storytelling and song.
Festival of Magic at Kryal Castle (Monday 10 Mar) Enter a world of wizards, spells, and enchantment at this magical medieval festival.
Kangatraining (Thursdays during term) A baby-friendly fitness class designed to keep parents moving while bonding with their little ones.
Online & At Home
Scienceworks At Home Play Activities(Online) Are you ready for more hands-on Museum fun from the comfort of your home? Explore a range of family-friendly activities inspired by items in Museums Victoria's collections and exhibitions.
Dino Gang HQ Colouring & Activity Sheets(Online) It’s time to play! Download these colouring and activity sheets to get creative with colours and dive into the world of the Dino Gang.
ABC Kids Listen (Online) A free dedicated kids app and digital radio station providing preschool-aged children and their families with a safe space to hear trusted, educational and entertaining audio programs.
Click here if you no longer want to receive the Fast 5, which contains weekday events and activities for kids 5 and under. You'll continue to receive our regular newsletters with weekend events and activities for kids of all ages.
If you no longer want to receive any of our newsletters just hit 'Unsubscribe' below. We're sorry to see you go!