Friend in me Family Fun Day Melbourne 2023

Event space: 08 Town Square Pavilion, 13 Melbourne Royal Centre
Event type: Public Shows
Date: Sunday 2 April 2023
Opening hours: 11am - 2pm
Pedestrian entry: Gate 5
Vehicle entry: Gate 5

Friend In Me is hosting its 5th annual Family Day event!

Prepare to be surrounded by the magic and wonder of a family festival full of dance, laughter, fun and nurturing and empowering social inclusion.

This event is one you don't want to miss so come and celebrate this special time of year and support such an amazing cause with entertainment by Bethany Fisher, Team Dream, Kids Disco Parties just to name a few. Roaming Dinos, jumping castles, face painting and a dedicated sensory zone.

Ticket prices: $10.50 per person, kids under 2 are free

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Transport & Car Parking

Car Parking

Onsite parking is available for $15 per car or $25 per bus, enter via Gate 5, Langs Rd.

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Arriving by Bus

Bus No. 472 (Williamstown to Moonee Ponds) stops along Langs Road and Epsom Road.

Bus No. 404 (Footscray to Moonee Ponds) stops on the corner of Epsom and Ascot Vale Roads.

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Arriving by Tram

Tram No. 57 (Elizabeth Street City, to West Maribyrnong) stops at Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre (stop 32) on Epsom Road, a short 3 minute walk from Gate 1 of Melbourne Showgrounds.

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Arriving by Train

Trains will not be running directly to Melbourne Showgrounds station for this event.

Take the Craigieburn line to Newmarket Station, then catch Tram No. 57 away from the city to Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre (stop 32) on Epsom Road.

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