Arts holiday programs in Melbourne: Kidea lists 15 from 8 providers. They suit ages 3 to 18, and 6 take teens aged 13 and up. Every listing shows dates, ages, suburb and a direct link to book with the provider.
Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Arts programs cover painting and pottery, drama and dance, music, film and design. Many are half-day workshops that end with something to take home or a small performance for parents.
Melbourne's galleries, arts centres and independent studios all run holiday sessions. Half-day workshops pair well with a second program in the afternoon if you need the whole day covered.
Programs in Melbourne cover ages 3 to 18. 8 take kids under 6 and 6 take teens aged 13 and up. Set your kid's age in the filters to see only programs that fit.
In 8 suburbs across Melbourne, including Northcote, Kew and Hawthorn. Use Near to see what's closest to you.
You book directly with the provider. Each listing links to the provider's own booking page, and Kidea doesn't charge a fee.
Suburb: Richmond · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Ongoing · Ages: 5–12 yrs · Price: $35 / day
House of Handmade's school holiday craft workshops for children take place in Richmond, where kids create wind chimes, beaded bouquets, and charming keepsakes each day. Each 1.5-hour session is han...
Suburb: Hawthorn · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Aug 12 – Oct 18 · Ages: 5–12 yrs · Price: Free
Self-guided I-Spy activity for curious kids and families exploring the 'Quiet Corners: The Art of AME Bale' exhibition, finding different objects within the artworks. All materials provided, no boo...
Suburb: Hawthorn · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Sep 3 – Dec 12 · Ages: All ages
Become immersed in a magical world of colourful mask spirits and auspicious symbols. Known for exploring portraits and storytelling through painting, textiles and animation, Kate Beynon invites ga...
Suburb: Narre Warren · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Sep 24 – Nov 15 · Ages: All ages · Price: Free
Drop-in gallery activities (mask making, matching games, drawing) alongside the Beautiful Tensions exhibition; 11am-2pm Tue-Sun, closed Mondays.
Suburb: Northcote · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 4 – 8 · Ages: 5–13 yrs
Five-day performing arts camp where kids sing, act and dance with specialist teachers each morning, then rehearse together in the afternoon for a musical show for family and friends at 3pm on the f...
Suburb: Northcote · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 11 – 11 · Ages: 8–11 yrs · Price: $50 / program
Hands-on school holiday weaving workshop for kids aged 8 to 11 held outdoors in Northcote. Children start weaving straight away on pre-warped looms and leave with a finished bracelet or bookmark. A...
Suburb: Mount Martha · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 11 – 15 · Ages: 6–18 yrs · Price: $395 / program
Five days of singing, dance, acting, art and games as kids rehearse and perform the full junior musical Trolls Jr. on stage on the final day. Age-grouped sessions, experienced teachers and free ext...
Suburb: Northcote · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 11 – 11 · Ages: 8–11 yrs · Price: $50 / program
Hands-on school holiday weaving workshop for kids aged 8 to 11 held outdoors in Northcote. Children start weaving straight away on pre-warped looms and leave with a finished bracelet or bookmark. A...
Suburb: Northcote · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 11 – 15 · Ages: 5–13 yrs
Five-day performing arts camp where kids sing, act and dance with specialist teachers each morning, then rehearse together in the afternoon for a musical show for family and friends at 3pm on the f...
Suburb: Keysborough · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 12 – 16 · Ages: 6–18 yrs · Price: $395 / program
Five days of singing, dance, acting, art and games as kids rehearse and perform the full junior musical Trolls Jr. on stage on the final day. Age-grouped sessions, experienced teachers and free ext...
Suburb: Northcote · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 18 – 22 · Ages: 5–13 yrs
Five-day performing arts camp where kids sing, act and dance with specialist teachers each morning, then rehearse together in the afternoon for a musical show for family and friends at 3pm on the f...
Suburb: Kew · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 18 – 21 · Ages: 8–13 yrs · Price: $525 / program
Four days of singing, dancing and acting as children create a magical production of Disney's Aladdin JR with performing arts specialists. For Grade 3 to Year 7 students in 2027, with a final perfor...
Suburb: Kew · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 19 – 21 · Ages: 5–8 yrs · Price: $330 / program
Three days of singing, dance and drama for Foundation to Grade 2 children in 2027, building confidence in a nurturing, creative setting and finishing with a special showcase concert for family and ...
Suburb: Kew · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 20 – 21 · Ages: 5–8 yrs · Price: $220 / program
Two days of singing, dance and drama for Foundation to Grade 2 children in 2027, building confidence in a nurturing, creative setting and finishing with a special showcase concert for family and fr...
Suburb: Altona North · Category: Arts & Creativity · Dates: Jan 22 – 22 · Ages: 3–5 yrs
A gentle performing arts morning for children aged 3 to 5 in Altona North, mixing drama games, dance and singing in a fun, welcoming setting. A great first taste of performing arts for preschoolers...