Tot Hot or Not Treehouse Retreat, Romp & Stomp Melbourne Museum 2025

Whatโ€™s the Treehouse Retreat?

You’re invited to the Tot Hot or Not Treehouse Retreat, part of Melbourne Museum’s Romp & Stomp event for Children’s Week on Saturday 25 October!

In collaboration with Museums Victoria and our partners, we’re creating a special chill-out retreat upstairs in the Level 1 Galleria, overlooking the treetops of the Forest Gallery.

Melbourne Museum Forest Gallery

What you can expect

๐ŸŒฟ Rest your feet and relax in our comfy lounge

โ˜•๏ธ Enjoy fresh fruit and tasty snacks

๐Ÿ“— Read a book in our Chill-out Nook amongst the treetops

๐ŸŽจ Complete forest-themed craft activities with Squiggle Kids

๐Ÿ™Œ Win amazing prizes from Museums Victoria, My Creative Box, Tonies, Little Brian + Emma Memma!

Why Pre-Register?

โœ… Secure your spot. There is limited capacity, and it will speed up your entry on the day.

โœ… Receive event reminders and early access info.

Details

๐Ÿ“† Saturday 25 October 10amโ€“2pm

๐Ÿ“ Melbourne Museum, Nicholson St, Melbourne (check address)

๐ŸŽŸ FREE with Museum entry

Meet Our Giveaway Partners

Spin the wheel at the Treehouse Retreat and you could win:

  • Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks and Immigration Museum tickets
  • Museums Victoria Gift Shop items
  • IMAX Melbourne Documentary tickets
  • Emma Memma merchandise
  • My Creative Box craft packs, valued at $100 each
  • Tonies Toniebox 2 Creative Starter Set with Creative Tonie, valued at $209.95 each
  • Little Brian 6-packs of Paint Sticks – the creative tools you’ll be using to make your artworks with Squiggle Kids!
Sponsors

Treehouse Retreat FAQs

Do I need a ticket for Romp & Stomp?

No, it is free with Melbourne Museum entry. Museum entry fees are $18 for adults, kids under 16 years are free.

Is Romp and Stomp free?

All activities within Romp and Stomp are free except if otherwise stated.

Do I need a ticket for Treehouse Retreat?

Yes, in order to manage capacity, every person needs to register for a free ticket to enter the Treehouse Retreat. Note, as part of the entry requirements, the person organising the registration for the group will also be signed up to receive Tot Hot or Not’s super valuable weekly What’s On email, with ideas and inspiration for the best things to do in Melbourne and Victoria with kids (unsubscribe anytime).

Is the Treehouse Retreat free?

Yes, although you will need to register for a ticket.

Can I register for the Treehouse Retreat on the day?

Yes, you can scan the QR code to enter the Treehouse Retreat on the day. But it will save you time if you pre-register!

Will I get a reminder about the Treehouse Retreat?

Yes, you’ll receive email reminders about the Treehouse Retreat in the week leading up to Romp and Stomp.

Do I need to visit the Treehouse Retreat at a specific time?

You can visit the Treehouse Retreat anytime between 10am-2pm, but it has limited capacity at any one time for everyone’s comfort and enjoyment.

Note that the Spin the Wheel prizes and the snacks may not be available for the whole period and may run out over the course of the day. So we recommend turning up early to avoid disappointment!

What if I miss out on entry?

The Treehouse Retreat is open 10am-2pm but has limited capacity at any one time, for everyone’s comfort and enjoyment. If we are full, we suggest you come back later, or you can take home the eco-themed craft activities by Squiggle Kids to do at home!

On the Day Access Info

  1. Show Humanitix ticket
  2. If you haven’t pre-registered, you can still sign in via QR code at Treehouse Retreat entry
  3. Entry is subject to capacity at any given time

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