Enjoy a fun and educational outdoor adventure challenge for primary school-aged children in the heritage-listed Fitzroy Gardens.
Tuesday 16 February 2027
to Saturday 31 October 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm
Fitzroy Gardens, 230 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia
Free
Entertain the kids with an exciting outdoor adventure challenge set in the beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. This heritage-listed location offers a perfect blend of nature and history, making it an ideal spot for families looking to explore and learn together.
Children will start their adventure at the Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre where they will collect a map to guide them through the gardens. The challenge involves answering 12 questions scattered around the area, encouraging exploration and discovery. This activity is designed for primary school-aged children, but adult assistance is necessary to help navigate and engage with the questions.
For younger children, the Visitor Centre also offers a free Seek and Find activity, a bingo-style game that helps little ones explore nature in a fun and interactive way. Remember to bring a pen or marker to complete the challenge.
- Suitable for primary school-aged children with adult supervision.
- Includes a map and 12-question outdoor hunt.
- Additional free activity for younger children available at the Visitor Centre.
- Open daily except Christmas Day.
The adventure begins at the Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre, located on Wellington Parade, East Melbourne 3002. The gardens are easily accessible and provide a safe, open environment for children to explore. The Visitor Centre is open every day except Christmas Day, ensuring plenty of opportunities to visit.
- Bring a pen or marker to answer the questions.
- Adult supervision is required for children.
- The Visitor Centre is closed on 25 December.
- Accessibility features include accessible toilets and service animal accommodations.
This is a free event with no booking required. Families can simply drop in during opening hours from 10:00 to 16:00 daily until 31 October 2026.
