Children celebrating a birthday party at Smudge Artspace

Ages 2 – 12

Parties

The most creative birthday party in Melbourne

Two hours of hands-on, art-filled fun for kids aged 2 to 12.

Each celebration is tailored to your child's interests, with plenty of inspiring themes to choose from (or we can create something completely unique together).

Two hours of creative fun
Private Artspace + Courtyard
Experienced Party Hosts
Arty party bags
Bespoke invitations

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Choose your party theme

Choose a theme below, or tell us your child's interests and we'll create something unique.

Art Play Lab

Our messiest party, made for the littlest ones, and grown ups get stuck in too

Feel the Beat

Records painted in bright colour, cardboard instruments, and a party that gets loud

Mirror, Mirror

Careful, sparkly and full of detail, and the mirror goes straight up on their wall

Best for ages 6 and up

Into the Stars

Inky galaxies, a rocket each to paint, and our big rocket to climb inside

Cardboard Creations

Tell us what they’re obsessed with and we build the whole party around it

Big Wheels Workshop

For the child who wants everything to have wheels, in cardboard and bold paint

Fit for Queens and Kings

Jewels, sequins and ribbons, worn out the door and probably to bed

Magical Potions

Part art, part science, and every guest leaves with a bubbling jar of their own

Fairies + Elves

We go all in on the magic here, giant wings, wands and glitter everywhere

Clay Characters

Plasticine characters with wild hair, big eyes and far too much personality

Best for ages 6 and up

Catering options

The party food is completely up to you! Bring your own, or order from our favourite caterer, Petite by Matilda. Whichever you choose, all food needs to be nut free.

Bring your own

Anything nut free that's ready to serve. We have a small bar fridge you're welcome to use, and many families bring an esky for cold drinks.

Order from Petite by Matilda

Petite by Matilda is our favourite local caterer and the food is gorgeous. Have a look at the catering menu, then email your order straight to Petite at catering@matildamontalbert.com, at least 7 days before the party. Orders and payment for the food go directly to Petite rather than through us.

Party Availability

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Are we booked out?

For tweens and older kids we can sometimes run a Friday afternoon or evening party instead. Email us and we'll see what's possible!

About you

Your Name

Phone

Postcode

About the birthday child

First Name

We'll print this on the invitation.

How old will they be turning?

Special Interests

A few more things

Food on the day

Party food is up to you, and all food needs to be nut free. If you'd like it catered, have a look at the catering menu from Petite by Matilda, our favourite caterer.

Dietary / Medical

Invitation Colour

Party Summary

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Total$650

Up to 12 children. Additional guests $40 per child.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our top priority at Smudge is making sure every child has the freedom (and the space) to have fun, create, and express themselves! We completely understand it can be tricky to narrow down a guest list, but for everyone’s comfort and the best creative experience, our parties have a maximum of 20 children.

Yes, you are very welcome to bring any nut-free snacks or food that is ready to serve and enjoy. Please be mindful of any dietary requirements for your guests. We don’t have facilities at Smudge to heat or keep food warm, so we aren’t able to heat food on the day. We do have a small bar fridge you’re welcome to use, and many families also bring an esky with ice to help keep drinks cold, especially during summer.

Yes, you can absolutely change your party theme! We just ask that you let us know at least one week before your party date so we have enough time to organise all the art experiences and materials.

For parties with children aged 6 and under, it’s absolutely fine if parents prefer to stay. In fact, we encourage grown-ups to get involved! For parties with most guests aged 7 and up, it’s wonderful if the birthday child’s family wants to stay and join in the fun. We do gently encourage parents of older guests to drop off their children, to help keep the creative space calm and comfortable.

Yes! Each child takes home their beautiful art creations as a keepsake, along with a Smudge party bag that includes paint, a paintbrush, stickers, and a lollipop. You’re also welcome to bring along any extra party favours if you wish.

We have a lovely courtyard space with small picnic tables that we can set out for the children if the weather is nice, along with two market umbrellas for extra shade. If the weather isn’t kind on the day, our party hosts will help you set up food inside on our long tables once the art activities have been packed away.

We don’t have a coffee machine at Smudge, but you’re very welcome to take orders from parents who are staying and pop across the road to our friendly neighbours at Sips and Stories. They’re very used to making large coffee orders for our parties and will happily help out.

Yes, absolutely. You’re very welcome to arrive 15 minutes before your party start time. That’s 10:15am for morning parties or 1:45pm for afternoon ones. It’s the perfect window to pop the cake on the table, set up your food and settle in before guests arrive.

There’s usually plenty of free street parking right out the front on Union Road, or just around the corner on Montrose Street. Another great option is the Coles Local undercover car park, with entry via Montrose Street, only a short walk from Smudge.