Welcome to Collingwood Children's Farm

From 20 December 2025 to 27 January 2026, we’ve got a range of weekly activities that are perfect for kids of all ages, and will make your trip to the farm one to remember.

Daily Activities:

  • Wool carving & spinning @ 1:30 (weekdays)

  • Love letters to the Farm (all day, everyday)

  • Meet the Guinea Pigs @ 10:30 & 12:30 (weekdays)


You can also take a look at all the extra special activities we’ve got running every day of the week during the holidays below…

Plan Your Visit

Please note, Collingwood Children’s Farm is closed on 25th & 31st December, and 1st Jan.

  • Watch our skid steer turn the compost @ 12pm

    Learn all about what compost is and how it works, and see our machinery in action in this interactive activity.

  • Our superstar steer Calfie comes in for patting and brushing @ 11.15

    Meet one of our cows at the cow brushing station, and get up close to give them a pet while they eat their breakfast.

  • The paddock is open all day.

    Sit with some of the most calming animals at our farm - our Anglo Nubian goat herd!

  • Watch the Farmer feed the pigs @ 10.45 and 3.30

    Learn all about our pigs while the farmer is giving them a feed - it’s also the best time for pig spotting!

    JANUARY ONLY
    Craft mornings 10am-12pm

  • Egg Grading @ 2.45

    Join us for this fun activity where you’ll learn how we get our eggs ready to sell - from the moment they’re laid to when you take them home.

  • Meet the Guinea Pigs @ 3.30

    We’ve added an extra weekend session of our most popular activity. Come and pet the guinea pigs while they hang out and have a snack.

  • Tractor photos

    Runs all day! Come and get a snap to remember your day on our bright red tractor. Don’t forget to tag us when you post your shots!

    Guinea Pig Hair Salon @ 1:30

    Learn about guinea pigs in this extra special activirty while our farmer gives them a haircut, brush, and blow out - styling them for summer!

See What’s Been Happening at the Collingwood Children’s Farm on Instagram

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The Handweavers and Spinners Guild of Victoria are running their annual Summer School in January 2026. With 24 workshops across the month, there’s something for everyone - whether you’re a complete beginner or advanced practitioner. All
Calling all teachers! The year is flying by and it's time to start planning for 2026! Come and join us for curriculum-linked learning on 10 acres of beautiful farmland right in the heart of Melbourne. Bookings are now open 👩🏻‍🌾🐄🚜🐑 #schoolex
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Upcoming Events

  • A bee hard at work in the midst of a sea of flower blossoms

    Young Beekepers

    A series of hands-on beekeeping workshops for young people 9 to 16 years old. No experience necessary, all equipment and protective gear provided. Learn more.

  • Corporate Volunteering

    Support your teams with an unforgettable team-building morning or afternoon at Melbourne’s most loved community farm, just 5 kilometres from the CBD! Learn More.

  • A photo of two goats getting patted on the head by two children in school uniform

    School Tours

    Bookings are open for 2025! Bring your class down for a day spent surrounded by friendly farm animals, productive gardens and beautiful bushland along the Birrarung river. Check out what we offer on our School Tours page here.

  • A flock of black and brown chickens are grazing in a paddock at CCF. It is early morning and the sun is shining through the trees.

    Chickens for Sale

    Farmer Nat is helping our older laying flock retire in style. These ladies will produce eggs for years to come. Prices start from $15 each, with a minimum order of 2 so they can stay with their friends. Learn more.

Annual Passes

We’ve introduced new Annual Passes to make visiting the Farm easier and more rewarding. With flexible options for individuals, families, concession holders and those who want to support the Farm’s future, there’s a membership to suit everyone. Your support helps us care for our animals, grow our gardens, and keep the Farm open for the whole community.

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Farm Weddings

Host your wedding at one of our lush, historical and green locations on the Farm. Experience the wonder of the rustic Barn after hours with up to 150 guests at your reception overlooking the gardens.

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Find Out What’s On and in Season at the Farm!

Who We Are

Collingwood Children’s Farm is a registered not-for-profit organisation based on a working community farm. We exist to support adults and children experiencing adversity through social inclusion. Situated only five kilometres from the city on the banks of the Birrarung, CCF provides a connection to our friendly farm animals, gardens, community events, and inclusive and educational programs.

Our industry experts work collaboratively to promote life-long learning towards an environmentally sustainable future and respect for the Traditional Owners of the land we farm on, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people.

Experience country life in the city. We are open every day from 9:30 am just about every day - check our Instagram for updates.

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