Diabetes Camps Victoria ‘Big Day Out’

We’re excited to introduce a new event as part of our Diabetes Camps Victoria program in 2026.

This Big Day Out at Melbourne Zoo brings together our Family Day Out (ages 5–8), Junior Day Out (ages 9–11) and a dedicated Parent/Carer Event, all on the same day and at the same location.

This FREE day out is designed for children aged 5–11 years living with type 1 diabetes and their families, including parent, caregivers and siblings, creating opportunities for connection, confidence-building and support.

Event Details

Date: Sunday 3 May 2026
Time: 10am – 3pm (exact times to be confirmed)
Location: Melbourne Zoo
Cost: Free

Eligibility

This is a dedicated event for families (including parents/carers and siblings) with children aged 5–11 years living with type 1 diabetes. At least one parent or carer is required to remain onsite for the duration of the event.

Children’s Program

Children living with type 1 diabetes and their siblings will participate in exciting, Melbourne Zoo-based activities.

During the day, children will:

spend an exciting day exploring the Melbourne Zoo in groups, supervised by our volunteers
be supported to manage their diabetes by our diabetes health professionals, including Diabetes Nurse Educators
meet new friends – living with type 1, or connecting as siblings of children living with type 1

The Children’s Program has been fully funded by the National Diabetes Services Scheme.

Parent and Carer’s Program

Parents and carers will be taken care of onsite, spending the day ‘off’ enjoying a special Parent/Carer Event of your own. This will be held in an indoor event space at the Melbourne Zoo and will include: