Children’s Week 2026 Family Fun Free Activities
A morning of free play can do a lot. It can help children try something new, give families time to connect, and show just how much fun is waiting on the shelves at the toy library.
To celebrate Children’s Week 2026, the toy library is opening its doors for a special family-friendly Open Day on Saturday 24 October, from 10 am to 12 pm. Everyone is invited to come along, explore the space, enjoy free activities, and see how a toy library membership can make play easier, more affordable, and more exciting all year round.
There will be face painting, family play activities, a musical entertainer, membership specials, and plenty of toys to discover. Whether it is your first visit or you already know the joy of borrowing instead of buying, this is a relaxed morning designed for children, parents, carers, grandparents, and local families.
Event details for the Children’s Week Open Day
Here are the key details to pop in the calendar.
Event | Details |
What | Children’s Week 2026 Open Day |
When | Saturday 24 October 2026 |
Time | 10 am to 12 pm |
Cost | Free activities |
Who can attend | Families with children, carers, grandparents, and anyone curious about the toy library |
What to expect | Face painting, family play, toy library tours, membership specials, musical entertainment, and more |
The event is planned as a drop-in style morning, so families can enjoy the activities at their own pace. Stay for a quick look around, or spend the full two hours playing, chatting, and discovering new favourites.
Free activities children will love
The Open Day is all about simple, joyful play. Children can move between activities, try new toys, and enjoy a morning that feels fun without being rushed.
Free activities include:
Face painting A favourite for many children, with bright designs that add a little extra magic to the morning.
Play with families Shared play stations will give children and adults the chance to build, imagine, sort, stack, balance, pretend, and laugh together.
Explore the toy library Browse the shelves, see the range of toys available, and learn how borrowing works.
Membership specials Families interested in joining can find out about Open Day offers and how membership can support play at home.
Musical entertainer Enjoy songs, rhythm, movement, and child-friendly entertainment during the morning. From one of our talented members.
More surprises to enjoy The Open Day will include extra opportunities for children to explore, be creative, and join in.
Children’s Week is a time to recognise children, their rights, their voices, and the importance of safe, supportive spaces where they can learn and grow. Play is a big part of that. With this year's theme Children have the right to use their own language, celebrate their culture and practise their religion.
What to expect when you arrive
Parking will be available in the surrounding streets. Or better yet why not catch the train. We are just Hop, Skip & Jump from the NEW Mordialloc Station.
Come for the activities, stay for the community
The Children’s Week 2026 Open Day Family Fun Free Activities at the Toy Library is a chance to enjoy a free morning out while discovering a service that can keep supporting family play long after the event ends.
Mark the date for Saturday 24 October 2026, 10 am to 12 pm. Bring the kids, invite another family, and enjoy a morning of face painting, music, play, toy discovery, and membership specials.
It is free, welcoming, and made for families who believe play matters.
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