Good Friday Appeal Events | Good Friday Appeal

In 2026 we had so many ways that you can get involved with the Good Friday Appeal.

From the many GFA partner or community supporter events, you can have a great day out and feel good knowing that you’ve helped to save sick kids.

If you would like share with us your event plans for 2027, you can do so with the form below.

Partner Events from 2026

Charity House Auction

The 2026 Charity House raised an incredible $1,212,000. Thank you to Henley and Villawood Properties. View the House

Kids Day Out

Thank you for joining us on Good Friday at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for Melbourne's favourite family fun day. View the House

VRC Autumn Carnival

The Good Friday Appeal was proud to be VRC's community partner over the Autumn Carnival. Learn More

AFL SuperClash

North Melbourne FC took on Carlton at Marvel Stadium for the annual SuperClash. Proceeds from the game were be donated to the Good Friday Appeal. Learn More

Pre-season Charity Ice Hockey

Melbourne Ice and the Melbourne Mustangs held their 2026 Good Friday Appeal Charity exhibition match on 27 March 2026 at O’Brien Icehouse. The game served as preparation for the upcoming 2026 Australian Ice Hockey League season, and proceeds raised were donated to the Good Friday Appeal. Book Tickets

Community Events

Animal Land

Join the team at Animal Land Children's Farm for Snow White’s Happily Ever After Egg Hunt. A magical themed day with Easter fun, activities, characters, market stalls, and prizes. Book your session today! Book Tickets Now

LaManna Easter Family Festa

Join the team at LaManna, Essendon Fields, for a fun-filled, family-focused day, with 100% of proceeds donated to the Good Friday Appeal. This ticketed event will feature a structured Easter Egg Hunt by age group, a jumping castle, mechanical bull, face painting, food and drinks by LaManna, raffle prizes, and plenty more for the whole family to enjoy. Adults must purchase an Adult Ticket to accompany children. Please note that LaManna will be closed for trade on this day. Buy tickets here!

Bellarine Railway

Take a scenic steam train journey along Swan Bay and enjoy a relaxing ride while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from these trips will be donated to The Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. Book Tickets

Kruze 4 Kids

Held on Good Friday, 3 April 2026, Kruze 4 Kids is a car show and family day in Sunbury featuring market stalls, live music and auctions. The event was founded in 2011 by Bradley Radclyffe, a former patient of The Royal Children’s Hospital who lived with Type 1 Diabetes. The event reflects his passion for motorsport and his commitment to supporting the hospital's research and equipment. Since Bradley’s passing in 2020, his family continues this legacy to ensure the hospital can provide the highest standard of care for all children. More Information

Lace It Up For The Kids

Head down to Frank Keenan Reserve in Yarrawonga to cheer on Dylan Moffitt as he runs a continuous 7.6km loop for 12 hours! With events running at Yarrawonga Yacht Club all day, there's plenty going on to support the Good Friday Appeal in North East Victoria! Support Dylan's Run