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Zoos, museums and art galleries are offering free entry for kids these school holidays

By Shepparton News

Apr 8, 2026

Are you looking for a low cost family outing to keep the kids entertained these school holidays?

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Kyabram Fauna Park is participating in the Victorian government’s Kids Go Free program, which allows kids under 16 to visit for free.

Located at 75 Lake Rd Kyabram, a 35 minute drive from Shepparton, the park is an opportunity to see native wildlife up close.

Free entry for under-16s is also available at Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary.

Families can explore exhibitions and hands-on experiences at Melbourne Museum and enjoy interactive STEM fun at Scienceworks.

Art lovers can take part in free exhibitions and workshops at the National Gallery of Victoria and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia.

Nature lovers can explore Victoria’s great outdoors, from the Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda to the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne, both offering free entry.

Victorians are already embracing free public transport in April – which will make it even easier to get to these destinations, including regional Victoria.