Kids Takeover: After Dark

Kids Takeover: After Dark

Don’t be late for a very important date at State Library Victoria this winter.

By State Library Victoria

Date and time

Wed, 3 Jul 2024 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM AEST

Location

State Library Victoria

328 Swanston Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 Australia

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Don’t be late for a very important date at State Library Victoria this winter. See the Library transform into a night-time wonderland just as the clock strikes 6:30pm.

Get loud at the Library after hours in this special winter edition of Kids Takeover. Explore dance raves, illuminated art, torchlit tours and so much more after sunset. Experience an unmissable night of play in one of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings.

All activities are free and run all evening unless otherwise stated.

Book your spot now.




RAVE

Dance the night away at a family rave with Big Fish Little Fish in the Conversation Quarter. On top of DJs and quality tunes, there’ll be giant parachutes, big balloons and performances galore!

All sound is decibel checked to be safe for even the smallest ears and all visuals and lighting are strobe free.


CREATE

Explore the magic of Paper Planet by Polyglot Theatre and help grow the world with the power of paper, tape and your imagination in the Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter.

Fashion a funky headband to wear to the rave with Big Fish Little Fish.

Drop in to an interactive storytelling experience with 100 Story Building. Your imagination will take shape using cardboard, light and shadow to bring a story to life!


EXPLORE

Immerse yourself in the art installation Bloom from The Indirect Object in the Ian Potter Queen’s Hall. Crawl inside an inflatable gumnut or nestle into the flower spikes and listen to the meditative soundscapes featuring native bush sounds.

Add-on activity: Wander through the Library under the cover of darkness with our Torchlit Tours. In these tours, you’ll journey through our famous Reading Rooms and galleries with 100 Story Building, hear thrilling tales and do hands-on creative activities. Tickets are $10 per person.



Please note: All grownups must be accompanied by children.

Food and drink options available for purchase at the event or bring your own.

This is an alcohol-free event.


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State Library Victoria

Welcome to State Library Victoria, the oldest public library in Australia, and one of the first free public libraries in the world. With almost 170 years of history, the Library has become a must-do destination for visitors to Melbourne with a passion for books, history and beautiful spaces.

Located in the heart of the city opposite Melbourne Central, the Library is a vibrant hub of activity within Melbourne’s knowledge and arts precinct, with a packed program of free exhibitions, events, and activities all year round.

With free Wi-Fi and storage lockers, food and beverage options, books, magazines and music to enjoy, dedicated quiet zones and a beautiful forecourt to take in the sunshine, the Library is an excellent base for tourists and a home away from home.

Art lovers, history buffs, holidaying families and tranquillity seekers will all find something to love at the Library. Its spectacular spaces, including the iconic domed reading room, house thousands of items reflecting Victoria's diverse cultural and social history.

Be sure to see Ned Kelly's armour, pore over rare books, first editions and significant artworks, and join a free tour to learn about the building's fascinating history. Come and experience the magic of the State Library Victoria - an essential stop on your Melbourne itinerary.

Open daily.

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