Hi Reader

I was chatting with another parent at school pickup yesterday, and she mentioned feeling like winter activities are always a bit... meh.

Jam-packed indoor places, complaining about the weather, rinse and repeat.

But honestly? I think this week proves them completely wrong.

Between creative workshops, a kids glow disco, and one seriously cool outdoor escape room experience, Melbourne is going off right now.

And the best part? It's all happening this weekend.

Joyce xx

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P.P.S. I'm diving headfirst into school holiday planning mode again this weekend, loading up a special newsletter edition with free and affordable activities and events to keep the kids entertained. If wall-to-wall family fun isn't for you this winter school hols, take a break and opt out here.

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Animal Crossing at SEA LIFE Melbourne (Daily Saturday 5 Jul - Sunday 17 Aug) Enter Nintendo's enchanting world and craft your ideal island paradise in this immersive aquarium adventure. Melbourne CBD

Brownie Festival (Friday 27 Jun - Sunday 29 Jun) Indulge in 16 decadent brownie varieties plus brownie-inspired treats at The Chocolaterie's sweet celebration. Bellbrae
La Luz Dentro Flamenco Spectacular (Saturday 28 Jun) Experience the magic of flamenco with passionate students and live musicians in the stunning Capitol Theatre. Melbourne CBD
Smells Like A Song Musical Improv (Saturdays until 12 Jul) Watch talented performers create an entire musical from audience suggestions in this interactive comedy show. West Melbourne
Japanese Animation Art Workshop (Saturday 28 Jun) Paint beloved characters from Japanese animation movies in this magical creative workshop for all ages. Brunswick
Shrine Kids Family Adventure (Daily until Monday 30 Jun) Embark on an interactive family discovery program with scavenger hunts and explorer kits at the Shrine. Melbourne CBD
Making Collagraph Creatures (Saturday 28 Jun) Ages 8-12 can create wild textured prints from recycled materials in this hands-on art workshop. St Kilda
The Cinderella Escape (Saturday 28 Jun) Follow Cinderella's magical story through an outdoor escape room-style adventure, perfect for ages 8+. Melbourne CBD
Bringing Back the Beats to Laneway 3857 (Saturday 28 Jun) Join the high-energy winter celebration with kids' glow disco, face painting, projection art, and food trucks. Bairnsdale
Fulldome Flicks at the Planetarium (Saturday 28 Jun) Catch the last screening of 'The Legend of the Enchanted Reef' before school holidays in their quest across the ocean, plus an immersive journey through the night sky. Spotswood
Family Day Art Tour (Saturday 28 Jun) Enjoy a guided exhibition tour with the family at Linden Arts, a meet-the-artist session, and a creative workshop for all ages. St Kilda