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Hand-checked free things in Docklands: this week's events first, then the always-free spots.
When Sat 31 Oct 2026, 2pm–10pm (lighting ceremony at dusk)
Where Marvel Stadium Square, Docklands
Price Free, no ticket needed
45+ live acts, 60+ stalls, henna and rangoli stations, kids zone, all undercover so it's on rain or shine.
Checked Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Source
When Sat 31 Oct – Sun 1 Nov 2026, 12pm–7pm both days
Where Harbour Esplanade, Docklands
Price Free, booking not required
Waterfront Halloween weekend with food trucks, live entertainment and spooky surprises for kids.
Checked Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Source
Hours City of Melbourne playgrounds are closed between dusk and dawn
Where Harbour Esplanade, Docklands
Price Free
Playground with a slide, carousel, sandpit and five-way swing, plus free BBQs, the Blowhole sculpture, grassy hills and the Capital City Trail. Trams 11 and 48 (Collins St) or 35, 70 and 75 (Harbour Esplanade).
Hours Closed between dusk and dawn
Where 894–910 Collins St, Docklands
Price Free
A playground for younger kids, with water play. Toilets are in the library next door.
Checked Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Source
Hours Closed between dusk and dawn
Where Point Park Cres, Docklands
Price Free
A waterside playground with musical play, water play and BBQs.
Checked Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Source
Hours Closed between dusk and dawn
Where Docklands Drive (under the Bolte Bridge), Docklands
Price Free
A rocket-ship slide, a sandpit with a digger, and water play.
Checked Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Source
Hours See the library page for today's hours. Songbirds runs Wednesdays 10:30–11am during Term 4 (5 Oct–11 Dec 2026).
Where 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade, Docklands
Price Free (Songbirds is a free session for newborns to 18 months)
A waterfront library with free wi-fi and harbour views. Trams 11 and 48.
