The Teddy Bears’ Picnic

A Beary Special Day Awaits at Rippon Lea Estate

Gather your family, pack your picnic, and bring along your favourite teddy bear or soft toy for the 35th Annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic at Rippon Lea Estate!

Set against the stunning backdrop of Rippon Lea House & Gardens, this much-loved family event offers a delightful day filled with fun, adventure, and entertainment for all ages.

Highlights OF THE DAY

• Whirl and twirl on fairground rides (just $5 per ride)
• Get creative with face painting and craft activities
• Enjoy lawn games and dance and sing along to the tunes of the live brass band
• Plus, browse market stalls from Rose Street Market, and enjoy delicious bites from food trucks and a Sausage Sizzle from the Carnegie Lions Club

The highlight of the day is a live reading of Elm & Willow’s Adventures at Rippon Lea: Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Follow the story of best bear friends Elm and Willow as they explore Rippon Lea’s magical gardens, encountering helpful—and cheeky—animal companions. Families can also bring the story to life by embarking on the Elm & Willow Adventure Trail, an interactive journey through the estate’s beautiful grounds.

Copies of the book are available to purchase with your ticket or on the day, and young readers can meet the author, Matt Chester, for a special book signing.

This unforgettable family day supports the National Trust and its mission to preserve Victoria’s rich heritage.

SPECIAL OFFER

Join as a National Trust Member when you purchase your tickets or on the day to receive free entry to Teddy Bears’ Picnic, as well as free or discounted entry to all of our properties for 12 months. Plus, we’ll waive the joining fee.

Household Membership, which includes 2 Adults and up to 4 Children, start from $120. Member tickets for Teddy Bears Picnic 2025 are valued at $15 per person. Purchase your Membership through the Ticketing Checkout

*Offer only available for Membership purchases via the ticketing checkout

WHAT’S ON

• Gates open | 10am
• Face painting | 11am – 2pm
• Fairground rides, including pony rides | 11am – 3pm ( $5 per ride )
• Live reading of Elm & Willow’s Adventures at Rippon Lea | 1.30pm & 2.30pm
• Craft making activities in the Ballroom | 10.30am – 3.30pm
• Old Fashion games on the lawn | 11am – 3pm
• Open Air Market | 10am – 3pm.
• Rippon Lea Mansion Open | 11am – 12.30pm and 1pm – 3.30pm