TERRACOTTA WARRIORS AND CAI GUO-QIANGDiscovered in 1974 in China’s Shaanxi province, one of the greatest archaeological finds of the twentieth century and often described as the eighth wonder of the world, The Terracotta Warriors have arrived in Melbourne apart of the National Gallery of Victoria's Winter Masterpieces series.  The Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality is a large-scale presentation of the Qin Emperor’s Terracotta Warriors, The exhibition features eight warrior figures and two life-size horses from the Imperial Army, as well as two half-size replica bronze chariots, each drawn by four horses.  Alongside the Warriors visitors will find world exclusive pieces from one of China's best contemporary artists in Cai Guo-Qiang: The Transient Landscape. Inspired by Chinese culture and traditions, Cai Guo-Qiang is well known for his use of traditional Chinese materials, paper, porcelain and silk to gunpowder in many of his works.  Be blown away by the new art works inspired by the history, places and culture that served as the backdrop to the reign of China’s first emperor Qin Shihuang, and the creation of the terracotta warriors. Including a monumental installation of 10,000 suspended porcelain birds.  Spiralling over yout head, the birds create a three-dimensional impression of a calligraphic drawing of the sacred Mount Li, the site of the ancient tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shihuang, and his warriors. Cai has created breathtaking immersive environments for the presentation of both his work and the Terracotta Warriors.  Don’t forget to check out the NGV Designer Store where you can purchase unique and contemporary products including your very own tasty terracotta warrior that you can paint with real chocolate paint. Don’t miss this monumental exhibition here in Melbourne for a limited time. WHERE NGV International WHEN 24 May – 13 Oct 2019 Open 10am–5pm daily COST Adult $30 | Concession $25 Child (5-15 years) $10 Family (2 adults + 3 children) $65 the winter village has POPPED-up in melbourne! The Winter Village a magical euro-style winter wonderland has just landed on one of Melbourne’s largest rooftops, Skyline Terrace at Federation Square.  The Winter Village is complete with it’s very own ice rink, food & drink pop up bars, a mega igloo dining hall and an Igloo Village of 21 cosy igloos which come with decadent food & beverage packages.  The Winter Village is serving up the perfect combination of family friendly and after-dark activities. From families, to couples, to groups of friends and colleagues, this is your place to play - and the season program of events won’t disappoint.  The Winter Village is FREE to enter and open 7 days a week. Bookings are required for skate sessions, private igloos and function hire. The full event program will be released in the coming weeks.  WHERE Fed Square Car Park Rooftop WHEN 3 May - 31 August Monday - Thursday | 12pm - late Friday - Sunday | 11am - late COST Free Fed Square
Swanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000 Baby Shark is “safe at last” at SEA LIFE Melbourne AquariumThe unforgettable Baby Shark song that captivated the world will entertain families diving into SEA LIFE Melbourne as part of a series of interactive live shows!  Kids can sing and dance along to a lively performance from Pinkfong and Baby Shark at SEA LIFE Melbourne’s underwater wonderland at 11am and 12pm daily. The characters will be also available to meet kids and pose for photos at 1pm.  Baby Shark will feel right at home performing alongside extended family including SEA LIFE Melbourne's Grey Nurse Shark, Port Jackson Sharks and Blacktip Sharks!  With over 2.6 billion YouTube views, Pinkfong and Baby Shark are sure to delight children with their suite of engaging original tunes. WHEN 13 - 24 May 2019 Live Shows at 11am and 12pm Meet & Greets at 1pm WHERE SEA LIFE Melbourne COST Included in general SEA LIFE Melbourne admission. SEA LIFE Melbourne
Corner of King Street and Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 the winter igloos are back In MelbourneThe Igloo experience is back at The Wharf Hotel! Best way to experience winter here in Melbourne is cosying up in an igloo perched on the banks of the Yarra.  This winter step inside a winter wonderland and get toasty beneath a sky of twinkling fairy lights. Sit back, grab a warm blanket, relax and watch the world go by.  Located at the The Wharf Hotel in the World trade centre complex, Winter packages include a delicious share platter of warming snacks and your choice of drinks to share.  This year you can choose an intimate mini igloo, suitable for 4-7 guests, or celebrate with a large group of up to 30 in a mega igloo.  Igloo Wonderland have popped up for a limited time, so don't miss out! Perfect way to spend a family outing for special occasion and keep warm this winter. WHERE The Wharf Hotel WHEN 1 May - 31 August COST Food + Drink Packages from $49 per person (12 years +) WHARF HOTEL
18 - 38 Siddeley Street World Trade Centre Melbourne VIC 3005 melbourne’s very own magical wizard themed apartment Attention all Harry Potter fans, Melbourne now has its very own Wizard themed apartment!  Image @MelbournewithKidz Welcome to The Wizarding Room of Melbourne, where Wizards and Witches of all ages are welcomed...  Image @MelbournewithKidz Secretly located north of the big city of Melbourne, all visitors must swear an unbreakable vow to keep the location from being discovered by Muggles!  Image @MelbournewithKidz Professionally designed by Marini Tungka, the creator of Star Wars Airbnb in Melbourne , in collaboration with the creators of The Avengers apartment Morc Interiors this appartment features original, vintage and new memorabilia from everyone’s most favourite magical childhood novels.  Image @MelbournewithKidz The two bedroom apartment gives visitors the choice to sleep aboard the Hogwarts Express or in the Gryffindor Dorm.  Image @MelbournewithKidz Take Mugshots like a Prisoner of Azkaban and pose with the Dementor. BYO Butterbeer to the Three Broomsticks, and access the Ministry of Magic! It’s loads of Fun! Don’t have an AirBnB account? Sign up to get up to $76 toward your first trip. Make this your ultimate Harry Potter stay in Melbourne and watch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at Princess Theatre, Dine at Imperial Hotel’s very own Vertic Alley or Purchase a souvenir at The Store of Requirement  Image taken at Imperial Hotels Verdict Alley rooftop bar Located in North Melbourne
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