Welcome to Messy Patch Camperdown
Nestled in the heart of Victoria's Western District, where rolling green pastures meet ancient volcanic landscapes, you’ll find the beautiful tree-lined street that is home to our cosy spot of HappiMess.
We offer the perfect combination of role play and sensory investigation for lil’ Mess Makers to explore. Our sweet space is designed for children from sitting babies up to young primary age.
How do the sessions run?
Play sessions now run on weekday blocks from 10:30am to 1:30pm — arrive anytime during this window and stay for as long or as little as you like. On Saturdays we run a fixed session from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, perfect for weekend family fun.
We do ask that you book your play session so we know you're coming, If you're wanting to pay cash at the door please message via email or DM us via Facebook or instagram Prior to the session starting. Session Get cancelled by 830am if no bookings.
Let your little ones unleash their creativity, spark their imagination, and make memories in a space designed just for them.
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Events
Christmas at Camperdown
22 days to the eventSun, Dec 07The Messy Patch CamperdownOnly Christmas Event Messy play, Christmas cheer, and a touch of elf mischief, — it’s the Elf Mess Extravaganza! 🎄✨You enter as a lil mess maker, and leave as a fellow elf. Each lil mess maker will be welcomed with there own Elf Show bag to get into there Elf outfit ready to spread the MerriMess.
22 days to the eventSun, Dec 07The Messy Patch Camperdown🦌 “From jingles to giggles — baby’s first festive mess.” Session for sitting, crawling and early walkers. Limited Event- Multiple Dates28 days to the eventSat, Dec 13The Messy Patch TorquayMessy play, Christmas cheer, and a touch of elf mischief, — it’s the Elf Mess Extravaganza! 🎄✨You enter as a lil mess maker, and leave as a fellow elf. Each lil mess maker will be welcomed with there own Elf Show bag to get into there Elf outfit ready to spread the MerriMess.
- 29 days to the eventSun, Dec 14The Messy Patch Torquay🦌 “From jingles to giggles — baby’s first festive mess.” Session for sitting, crawling and early walkers.
- 35 days to the eventSat, Dec 20The Messy Patch Torquay🦌 “From jingles to giggles — baby’s first festive mess.” Session for sitting, crawling and early walkers.
Sold OutSun, Dec 01Mount DuneedCome to our MerryMess morning with Santa, filled with Christmas activities and snow
Sold OutSun, Dec 01Mount DuneedSanta has jumped in his Sleigh for a quick rest at the beach and all his cheeky elves have snuck in to find their families. Come enjoy some Merrymess with us!
The messy patch Camperdown
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Things to do at The Messy Patch
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The Messy Patch Camperdown
6 Weeks of Lil Mess Fun
Starting in October
Term Time Only
Sitting Babies,Crawlers,Walkers
Starts October 21st-25th November 2025
Full Program cost $120 for 6 sessions any missed sessions (notified prior to start of session) can be redeem on a general play session.
Casual Entry is $25
Classes will run Melbourne Cup day, Also includes our special Halloween Taste Safe Event.
(To book select a date in the booking calendar from the book now button below available dates are highlighted in PINK)
Casual Entry and Program includes 1 free adult and a hot drink at every session.
For our tiniest Mess Makers to crawl, sit, and explore!
👶 All taste-safe sensory tables placed on the floor for easy access- New table set ups for this session and aren't the same as our general play tables.
🎨 60 minutes of Mini-iMess each week
🗓 Purchase the full program this Includes 1x make-up session at a general play time slot
A safe, playful space for babies to discover textures, colours, and sensory fun — while you relax and enjoy watching them explore!
Memberships & Play Passes
Looking for a more cost-effective way to enjoy The Messy Patch more often? We offer flexible Memberships and Play Passes, giving you better value while making it easy to join in the fun regularly. Passes can be used at both our Torquayand Camperdown locations, so your lil’ Mess Makers can spread the HappiMess wherever suits you best!
Our Hours
Book1ngs essent1al
We are a booking Venue, please book prior to coming so we know your coming.
Opening Hours – Camperdown
Our Camperdown play space is open for HappiMess fun on:
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Monday, Thursday & Friday: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm (blocked session, arrive anytime and stay as long as you like within this window)
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Saturday: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (fixed session time)
Sessions are capped, so bookings are essential to secure your spot. Come play, explore, and spread the HappiMess!
Party Bookings (1.5 hours)
We can take Party Bookings Any Day. However weekend Bookings can be booked online.