Family Activities in Malvern East
Parks, playgrounds and things to do with kids in Malvern East, Victoria
📍 Malvern East · east
banjo's bistro
Banjo’s Bistro in Malvern East is a family-friendly pub with two dedicated play areas, including a fenced space for younger children. The menu features classic pub meals for all ages, and there are regular weekly specials, including kids-eat-free nights and themed dining options.
📍 Malvern East · east
malibu barbie cafe @ chadstone shopping centre
The Malibu Barbie Café at Chadstone Shopping Centre offers a two-storey Barbie-themed experience until January 2026, featuring a gift shop, skate rink, and plenty of photo opportunities. The all-day menu includes themed breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, plus desserts like cupcakes, donuts, marshmallows, ice cream floats, and a dessert sampler served in a Barbie boat. Drinks include signature cocktails for adults and pink lemonade for kids.
📍 Malvern East · east
mae
Mae in Malvern East is the perfect brunch spot with its light, airy space and delicious food. Enjoy classic dishes like avocado on toast or chicken and waffles, plus amazing French toast for sweet tooths. The coffee is great, and there’s plenty of room for prams and families to enjoy!
📍 malvern east · south
urban forest
This charming nature reserve is perfect for imaginative outdoor play, with logs to balance on, tree stumps to explore, and rocks by a small pond. The 2 km return trail is suitable for prams, bikes, and scooters, and there are plenty of picnic spots, birds to watch, and even ducks and frogs. A whimsical escape hidden within the city, ideal for a family day out.
📍 malvern east · south
tricky wicket,
Tricky Wicket on Glenferrie Road in Malvern combines great pub-style food with a fun, family-friendly cricket experience. Guests can book a session, choose a skill level and virtual bowler, and test their batting in synced bowling-machine nets that track runs in real time. Sessions start from $10 for two overs, and the menu offers quality meals and snacks inspired by cricket-playing nations, plus kid-friendly options like fish and chips.
📍 malvern east · south
phoenix park cafe
This cafe is located between a library and Phoenix Park Playground, offering kid-friendly seating, toys, and a simple menu. It serves hot food, sandwiches, cakes, drinks, and icy poles, with indoor and outdoor seating, and can also be hired for children’s parties.
Events in this area
Little Movers Workshop : Supporting Your Baby’s Next Big Move (March)
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