A group of people dressed as pirates posing on an old ship.

A person dressed as a pirate in a red coat shaking hands with a child wearing a head scarf aboard an old sailing ship.

The Polly Woodside sailing vessel moored on the river with the Melbourne city skyline in the background.

Images:whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au

Pirate Day at Polly Woodside

Name: Pirate Day at Polly Woodside
Start: 2026-01-18
End: 2026-01-18
Location: South Wharf

Experience the Thrill of Pirate Life!

Community

Festivals

Baby+

Outdoor

Polly Woodside

21 S Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, VIC, 3006

About

Join the fun of pirate life at Polly Woodside! Dress up as a pirate and enjoy activities like Fashions on the Plank, pirate tattoos, and a treasure hunt. Kids will scrub the deck, swing on ropes, and explore the ship. A perfect day for family adventure!

Schedule

Date Range

No dates available

Upcoming sessions

0 sessions

Time of Day

Schedule

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Pricing

Age-based

0 - 11 yo

$15

Concession-based

Senior

$22

General

$27

Where you'll be

Polly Woodside

21 S Wharf Promenade, South Wharf, VIC, 3006

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What you'll experience

Accessible

Venue and activity are accessible for people with disabilities

Drop-In Available

Drop-in participation welcome

Free Parking

Free parking available

Nature-Friendly

Environment is nature-friendly

Physical Activity

Active movement and physical exercise involved

Playground Nearby

Public Transport

Accessible by public transport

Screen-Free

No digital screens or devices used during the activity

Good to know

Dress up as a pirate!

Organiser

Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside is a historic museum ship located at South Wharf, showcasing Australia's maritime heritage. Launched in 1885, it has a rich history of global voyages and is now a popular attraction for families and history enthusiasts.

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