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Children's Birthday parties

Museums Victoria is the home of unforgettable parties for children of all ages! Our birthday party packages are full of fun, with educational and creative experiences that create lasting memories for all.

Packages include guided access to our state-of-the-art exhibitions, hands-on activities, delicious catering and a dedicated party space for cake and celebrations.

We understand that every birthday child is unique and we can tailor our packages to fit your child’s interests. Please get in touch to discuss further on 13 11 02.

Party bookings at Melbourne Museums are suitable for 10 to 30 children, and 10 to 20 children at Scienceworks.

Birthday parties at Melbourne Museum

Expect a fun-filled day out with our Triceratops package that includes an activity from Melbourne Museum's popular Maker Program. Developed and provided by Museums Victoria’s passionate programming staff, the Maker Program engages children through play-based learning activities. Please find the full list of program activities available in the brochure linked below.

For packages that include admission to our state-of-the-art Victoria the T. rex exhibition, please check out our T. rex Birthday Parties.

Triceratops package includes:

  • Guided tour of Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs
  • Free all-day general admission to Melbourne Museum for adults and children
  • Maker Program activity for all children
  • 1.5 hours with a dedicated Museum party host
  • Catering for children with your choice of lunch pack
  • 1.5 hours access to a dedicated party space

Download our Melbourne Museum birthday party brochure to browse our packages. 

Contact us today to discuss your unique needs.

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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