Melbourne International Comedy Festival: The Best Shows For Kids

School holidays just got a serious upgrade as the Melbourne Comedy Festival rolls out a packed program of kid-friendly shows across the city.

From free outdoor spectacles to high-energy circus and laugh-out-loud stand-up, these family-focused events deliver non-stop entertainment for kids of all ages.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival: The Best Shows For Kids

If your crew loves a good giggle, the kids’ line-up at the Melbourne Comedy Festival is bursting with colour, chaos and clever comedy. Across iconic venues like Federation Square, City Square, Melbourne Museum and ACMI, families can dive into a program designed to keep kids entertained from start to finish.

The (Very) Big Laugh Out

Kick things off with The (Very) Big Laugh Out, a lively series of FREE comedy showcases taking over Fed Square and City Square, with world-class street performers, musical comedy, physical gags and stand-up that lands with kids and grown-ups.

This crowd favourite is known for its energetic all-ages programming and massive line-ups, featuring Oliver Coleman, Claire Hooper, Dane Simpson, Otto & Astrid and many more! Even better, it is completely free, so you can simply turn up and join the laughter. The fun starts this Easter long weekend!

Where: Federation Square and City Square
When:  3 – 18 April
Cost:    FREE

Comedy Club for Kids

For a ticketed experience packed with punchlines, Comedy Club for Kids delivers a high-energy showcase featuring some of the best kid-friendly performers around. Curated by the festival, the show blends stand-up, circus tricks, silly sketches and musical comedy into one fast-paced hour that keeps kids hooked from the first joke to the final bow.

Designed for ages 6 and up, it is a welcoming, feel-good space where silliness takes centre stage and every performer knows how to work a young crowd.

Where:  Melbourne Museum
When:    4 – 19 April
Cost:      $20 - $25

Book now at comedyfestival.com.au.

Camp Culture

Big energy meets big heart in Camp Culture, an interactive circus adventure led by Kamilaroi artist Dale Woodbridge-Brown. With flips, tricks and plenty of audience participation, this show blends humour and storytelling in a celebration of identity, confidence and being unapologetically yourself. It is bold, playful and full of personality, making it a standout for families looking for something a little different.

Two shows only! For kids aged 5 and up.

Where: ACMI
When:  11 & 12 April
Cost:    $20 - $25

Book now at comedyfestival.com.au.

Aboriginal Comedy Allstars for Kids

Bringing big laughs with heart and meaning, Aboriginal Comedy Allstars for Kids features a stellar line-up of premier First Nations comedians including Andy Saunders, Elaine Crombie, Janty Blair, Jay Wymarra, Kevin Kropinyeri and Sean Choolburra.

This one-off show blends comedy, sing-alongs, dance and an education, delivering belly laughs while sharing culture and perspective in a way that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds.

Where:  Melbourne Museum
When:   18 April
Cost:    $20 - $23

Book now at comedyfestival.com.au.

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