January 26 - Australia Day
Head to Fed Square for an inclusive, family-friendly day of free programming, free food and drinks – and a break from the heat of the day.
Come and enjoy diverse activities for kids, including the ultimate dance party with viral sensation DJ Lenny Pearce, roving music-making sessions with Junkyard Beats and arts and craft activities with Fizz Kidz.
Indulge in a delightful selection of complimentary food, including picnic hampers from Transport Hotel, sausages from Absolute Bangers, free ice creams from Giovanni’s Gelatos and quench your thirst with free slushies from SLURP-IT.
As the sun dips in the afternoon sky sit back and enjoy the action packed classic BMX Bandits, starring Nicole Kidman, on the Big Screen.
Then gather for an evening at the Summer of Tennis live site for the Australian Open Men’s Final to finish a memorable day at Fed Square.
Australia Day programming presented by Fed Square in partnership with Australia Day Victoria.
Main Square & Big Screen Program
From 10.30am | Roving around Main Square
Get ready to move and groove with Junyard Beats’ roving performers! Combining interactive energy and uplifting beats, their drummers roam the crowd with mobile drum kits made from junk and everyday objects, creating an electric, toe-tapping atmosphere. Guaranteed to bring excitement and unforgettable vibes.
2.30pm (45 minute set) | Main Stage
DJ Lenny Pearce is the global pioneer of ‘Toddler Techno’ and ‘Baby Raves’ and is growing from strength to strength, with tours planned across Australia, New Zealand, USA, Europe and Asia. Along with a jam-packed touring schedule where Lenny will visit fans across the world, he is working with internationally trusted kids partners including Nickelodeon, Disney, Peppa Pig, Hasbro, Blippi, Spongebob Squarepants, Warner Brothers and more. It’s no wonder families worldwide are lining up to get a ticket to Lenny’s action-packed, fun-filled show.
3.30pm | Big Screen
A gang planning a bank heist target a group of BMX enthusiasts after the latter threaten to jeopardise the heist. However, the cyclists secretly help the police to sabotage the gang’s sinister plot.
7pm | Big Screen
Watch the Australian Open men’s grand slam final on the Big Screen live and free. Thanks to Channel 9.
Fizz Kidz Workshops in The Edge
10am
Get ready for the school year with the Back to School program, kids will unleash their creativity in designing their own pencil cases and backpack keychains.
11.30am
Bring on the colour and creativity with our Roaring Rainbows Program, kids will design and decorate their very own Tote Bags to take home and enjoy!
1.30pm
Join the Excellent Engineers workshop where kids will design and create their very own fidget toys and marble mazes!
3pm
This science filled workshop is an adventure where kids will create their own mesmerizing galaxy slime to enjoy and take home.
Food & Freebies in the Main Square
12pm–2pm: Lunch freebies including Transport hampers, Absolute Bangers sausages and SLURP-IT slushies*
12pm–4pm: Free gelato from Giovanni’s Gelatos*
*while stocks last
For more information about other 26 January events, visit the Australia Day Victoria website.