The Wind in the Willows

Useful Information

Event dates

18 December 2026 - 24 January 2027
Price

$30 per person, or $110 for a group of 4
Location

Enter via Oak Lawn Gate, near the National Herbarium of Victoria
Duration

1hr 30mins
Session Times

Performance days and times vary, visit the ticket link below for details.

The Wind in the Willows

18 December 2026 - 24 January 2027

This summer, step into the enchanted world of The Wind in the Willows as the critically acclaimed outdoor theatre production returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne for its 40th spectacular year.

Join Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly, and, of course, Mr Toad as they bring Glenn Elston’s adaption of Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank to the stage.

There is fun for young and old as the Head Chief Rabbit transforms the audience into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose. The young ‘rabbits’ are encouraged to get involved in the action and are given every opportunity to scream out loud, sing along and become part of the adventure. With laughs and surprises for children and adults, this is interactive theatre at its best.

Pack a picnic, pack the kids and settle in amongst the gardens as the riverbank comes to life once again. Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or discovering the magic for the first time, The Wind in the Willows is the perfect summer day out.

Presented by The Australian Shakespeare Company.