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Children's birthday parties

Celebrate your child’s birthday at Melbourne Museum or Scienceworks and make it a memorable day.

Best suited for children aged 3 to 12, a Melbourne Museum or Scienceworks party provides an unforgettable, fun and educational experience that everyone will fondly remember.

These bookings are suitable for parties of 12-20 children.

Birthday parties at Melbourne Museum

Expect a fun day out with all-day general admission to Melbourne Museum, plus two hours of dedicated space to enjoy a party lunch.

  • All-day general admission to Melbourne Museum for all children and one adult per child
  • One and a half hours of dedicated lunch space
  • Your choice of party lunch packages
  • Booked entry to the Pauline Gandel Children’s Gallery
  • Optional extras including party bags and facepainting

Birthday parties at Scienceworks

Expect an exciting day out with all-day general admission to Scienceworks, plus two hours of exclusive party room hire with the bonus of glow in the dark lighting to enjoy a party lunch.

  • All-day general admission to Scienceworks for all children and one adult per child
  • One and a half hours of exclusive party room hire with glow in the dark lighting
  • Your choice of party lunch packages
  • Optional extras including party bags, face painting, and entry to the Planetarium or Lightning Room

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