The First Peoples gallery will be closed for maintenance on Friday 24 October from 8am to 12 noon. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Step into a world of curious creatures and wild imagination!
Romp & Stomp: Into the Wild invites young explorers and their families on a museum-wide adventure through the wonders of the natural world. For one spectacular day only, Melbourne Museum transforms into a playful celebration of animals, habitats and the planet we call home.
Bursting with music, movement, storytelling and hands-on creativity, celebrate play, wonder and the planet we all share. Whether you’re leaping like a lizard, fluttering like a butterfly or dancing through the forest, there’s something unforgettable around every corner.
Created especially for kids and families, and open to everyone, this Children’s Week event is not to be missed.
What to Expect
Emma Memma will be performing on a stage in the main foyer. You will require Museum General Entry Admission tickets to access the foyer for the performance.
Capacity in this space is limited and we recommend booking your tickets in advance and arriving early to access the foyer performance space.
General Admission does not guarantee access to the foyer and once capacity is reached, access to the foyer will be closed.
The main foyer will be a pram free zone in the lead up and during the Emma Memma performance (between 12-2pm). Please plan to leave your pram in a designated pram parking area and bring your valuables with you.
If we reach capacity in the main foyer for the Emma Memma performance, there will be plenty of space to enjoy the show via livestream outside from the Museum Plaza.
All events on the main stage are Auslan interpreted.
Included with museum entry
Adult $18
Senior $12
Child Free
Concession Free
Member Free
Date & Time
Saturday 25 October
10am to 2pm
Auslan interpreted
Key information
Events on the main stage is Auslan interpreted
EVENTS
Meet Kiki and Zuki – two curious creatures who discover each other through playful movement, colour, and gentle surprise in this captivating wordless performance. Then join a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own imaginative character through movement and making.
More information about Kiki and Zuki and tickets here
Explore the world of insects and connect with your local Kindergarten by dressing up as a bug and posing for a polaroid photo.
Join the celebration by having your face painted with animals from across the continent by our First Peoples Visitor Engagement Officers.
Climb into a world of imagination at the Tot Hot or Not Treehouse Retreat! Hosted by Melbourne’s favourite family fun guide, this cosy hideaway is packed with creativity, play, and moments to recharge. From drawing and storytelling to snacks and surprise giveaways, the Treehouse Retreat is your family’s perfect pit stop during Romp & Stomp.
Please read the Tot Hot or Not Treehouse Retreat FAQ before registering your interest.
Journey back in time and explore dinosaur landscapes with open sensory and imaginative play in our dinosaur inspired soft play lounge.
Meet Trio, a curious little Triceratops who loves watching, learning, and making new friends. Stop by and listen carefully – you might catch a gentle, rumbling bellow as it warmly says hello.
Wild, curious, and full of surprises, our story time brings to life recent publications from Museums Victoria.
Step into the heat of AFI: Rise Through Flame with artist Logan Tapuala as he shares the story behind his work and leads you through bold, expressive hand movements that ignite the imagination
Get ready to roar, stomp, slither or strut – kids aged 2 to 12 are invited to dress as their favourite animal and take the spotlight! Join the fun, show off your creature costume, and be part of the cutest competition in the kingdom!
Please read the Mini Menagerie Parade FAQ before registering your interest.
ARIA award-winning children's entertainer, Emma Memma brings her love of dance, sign language, music and visual communication to the main stage with a sprinkling of classic songs from her latest album. Emma will be joined with friends including Elvin Melvin and BB Butterfly to get the playful Dance Island Party started!
Did you know short-finned eels can travel thousands of kilometres to breed in the ocean? See them up close at Milarri Pond during feeding time and learn how these remarkable fish connect culture, Country, and freshwater ecosystems.
Gallery
ACCESSIBILITY
A Social Story is available for this experience. All events on the main stage are Auslan interpreted.
Please view our accessibility page for general information. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.
