Insider Club Presale
Sunday 27 September 2026 1:00pmJoin the Marnong Insider Club for early access to Petting Zoo tickets before the general release.
Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate is a family-friendly animal experience in Mickleham, Melbourne's north, with hands-on farm animal encounters, 90-minute sessions, camel and pony rides, live music and estate dining.
Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate · Family Day Out
Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate
Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate brings families closer to friendly farm animals through hands-on encounters, relaxed 90-minute sessions and a full day to enjoy across the estate.
Next Petting Zoo
Sunday 18 October 2026
VIP Insider access: Sunday 27 September at 1:00pm · General release: Saturday 3 October at 1:00pm .
Family Favourite
Three 90-minute sessions with limited places available.
Date
Sun 18 Oct
Sessions
11:00am · 11:45am · 12:30pm
Tickets
Adults $30 · Kids $10
Where
Marnong Estate · Mickleham
Ticket Release
Insiders get first access to each release.
Petting Zoo sessions are limited. Marnong Insider Club members receive VIP access before tickets open to the general public for each event.
Tickets Open To Everyone
Saturday 3 October 2026 1:00pmGeneral release tickets are available online through Humanitix.
Already an Insider? Keep an eye on your inbox for VIP ticket access. Session capacity is limited and preferred times may book quickly.
The Experience
Why families love the Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate.
Little moments they'll talk about all the way home. Step into the Petting Zoo and get closer to Marnong's friendly farm animals in a relaxed estate setting.
Experienced Pet Attendants are onsite throughout each session to guide interactions and help create a comfortable experience for families and animals alike.
- Pat the bunnies
- Feed goats and chickens
- Get close to sheep and farmyard animals
- Walk through the bird aviary
- Enjoy a reptile encounter
- See camels, alpacas and ostriches
- Meet Marnong's Highland cows
Choose Your Time
Three relaxed sessions.
Each session runs for 90 minutes, with capped numbers to create a comfortable experience for families and animals.
Arriving on the day.
Check-in opens at
10:00am
at The Woolshed.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your booked session.
Children must attend the same session as their ticketed adult.
Tickets
Simple family pricing.
Choose your preferred session and book your tickets online. Places are limited and there are no gate sales.
Includes Petting Zoo entry plus a $10 food voucher for participating event food and beverage outlets.
Includes entry to your booked 90-minute Petting Zoo session.
No ticket required. Children must remain with a ticketed adult.
Book Your Tickets
Choose your Petting Zoo session.
Select your preferred session below and complete your booking securely through Humanitix.
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Camel and pony rides.
Add another memory during your booked session.
$10
Camel ride · per person
$5
Pony ride · per person
Rides are not included in your Petting Zoo ticket and are paid separately by EFTPOS on the day. Participation is subject to rider suitability, safety requirements and animal welfare conditions.
Make A Day Of It
The animals are only the beginning.
Your Petting Zoo session lasts 90 minutes. Your day at Marnong Estate doesn't have to.
Stay for the Main Lawn, enjoy live music, have lunch, visit the Cellar Door or simply slow down and enjoy the estate.
Live music from REwind Lane runs 11:00am–4:00pm .
Vista
Relaxed Italian street food and pizza overlooking the Main Lawn.
Cucina 3064
Relaxed Italian-inspired estate dining for a family lunch.
La Vètta
Refined dining with sweeping views across Marnong Estate.
Cellar Door
Discover Marnong wines and enjoy an estate tasting.
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need before you arrive.
Getting Here
Marnong Estate
2335 Mickleham Road
Mickleham VIC 3064
Approximately 15 minutes from Melbourne Airport and around 35 minutes from Melbourne CBD.
Before You Arrive
- Have your Humanitix ticket ready on your phone
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before your session
- Bring a picnic blanket for the Main Lawn
- Bring hats, sunscreen or wet-weather gear
- Outside food and drinks are not permitted
- Pets are not permitted
- Ball games are not permitted
Good To Know
Tickets, weather and cancellations.
- Tickets must be purchased online in advance
- No gate sales are available
- Maximum 15 tickets per booking
- Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event
- The event goes ahead rain or shine
- Tickets cannot be moved between sessions or future events
- If you cannot attend, you may pass your ticket to a friend or family member
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Frequently Asked Questions
Before your day at Marnong.
When do Petting Zoo tickets go on sale?
Ticket release dates vary for each Petting Zoo. For the next event, VIP Marnong Insider access opens at 1:00pm on Sunday 27 September 2026 , followed by general release at 1:00pm on Saturday 3 October 2026 .
How do I get VIP Insider access?
Join the Marnong Insider Club for VIP access to tickets before the general release.
When is the next Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate?
The next Petting Zoo at Marnong Estate is Sunday 18 October 2026 . Check-in opens at 10:00am .
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. All tickets are booked online in advance through Humanitix. There are no gate sales and sessions are capped.
How long does each session run?
Each Petting Zoo session runs for approximately 90 minutes.
Can we stay after our session?
Yes. Entry to the Petting Zoo itself is limited to your booked session, but you're welcome to enjoy the wider estate before and afterwards.
Are camel and pony rides included?
No. Camel rides are $10 per person and pony rides are $5 per person, paid separately by EFTPOS on the day.
What happens if it rains?
The Petting Zoo goes ahead rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Can I change my session?
Sessions cannot be changed once booked. Where eligible, you may request a refund and then book another available session.
Can we bring food, drinks or pets?
Outside food and drinks and pets are not permitted. Marnong Estate is a fully licensed working estate.
Who can I contact with a question?
Contact Marnong Estate on (03) 9216 3300 or email enquiry@marnongestate.com .
Your Next Family Day Out
Come for the animals. Stay for the estate.
A Petting Zoo session, live music, open lawn and a full Marnong day out.
Sun 18 Oct
Tickets on sale now
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