School holidays are just around the corner and Geelong Arts Centre is calling all families to step into a world of fun, laughter, and endless adventure at the Wonder Children’s Festival.
With a fantastic lineup of free and ticketed events, this festival is the perfect chance to make some unforgettable family memories.
On Saturday September 21, Geelong Arts Centre will be transformed into a vibrant hub of music, puppetry, and interactive enjoyment for Family Day. The whole day will be bursting with fun, from roving entertainers to colourful balloon animals and groovy disco parties!
One of the day’s top highlights is the live concert from The Teeny Tiny Stevies. Byll, Beth, and their band will have the entire family singing along to their catchy tunes. Parents and kids alike will be swept away by the fun atmosphere as they groove to both classic hits and fresh tracks from The Green Album. It’s the perfect way to get everyone moving, laughing, and enjoying some great music together.
Later, on September 21 and 22, The Gruffalo, a stage adaptation of the beloved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is ready to take over The Story House stage. Follow Mouse on a thrilling adventure through the woods, meeting quirky creatures along the way. It’s a captivating, laugh-out-loud production perfect for kids aged three and up, but adults will love it too.
Family Day has more than just shows, there are plenty of free experiences that are sure to create lasting memories these School Holidays. Head to the Wonderland Disco in the Open House Theatre, where kids can join Hana Fiesta for fun dance lessons. Or explore the magical world of Oculus by The Indirect Object, an interactive installation filled with eco-friendly, animated wonders. And don’t forget to meet the zany alien puppets, One Eye and Frill Neck, or try out your juggling and plate-spinning skills with the roving circus entertainers. With face painting, scavenger hunts to a giant colouring table, the day will be packed with excitement at every turn.
Then get ready on September 24 and 25 for I Wish…, a one-of-a-kind performance where the audience is part of the fun. Created by the incredible teams at Patch Theatre and Gravity & Other Myths, this show takes you on a playful, interactive journey full of surprises.
In I Wish…, the performers leap, dance, and engage the audience in ways that spark laughter and awe. From jaw-dropping acrobatics to playful antics, this show blurs the line between spectator and performer, inviting everyone to become part of the fun. It’s a lively experience designed to let imaginations run wild, turning the theatre into a space where anything can happen and everyone can play along with the magic.
These school holidays bring your family to Geelong Arts Centre for a festival filled with creativity, fun, and unforgettable moments. With so much to see and do, the Wonder Children’s Festival is the ultimate playground for the whole family.
Get your tickets now at geelongartscentre.org.au
