What is The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park?
The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park is a family attraction in Moorooduc on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, bringing together farm animals, Australian wildlife, outdoor activities, adventure playgrounds, live shows and hands-on experiences in one big day out.
Located at 233 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Moorooduc, The Big Goose is an easy family day trip from Melbourne and a popular destination for families from across the Mornington Peninsula, Frankston, Cranbourne and Melbourne's south-east. Rather than visiting for just one attraction, families can spend the day moving between animals, wildlife experiences, shows, play areas and outdoor adventures.
Start planning your day with our Explore The Farm guide or visit Plan Your Visit for the latest information before you arrive.
What animals can you see at The Big Goose?
Animals are at the heart of a day at The Big Goose. Visitors can meet a wide range of friendly farm animals as well as discover Australian animals and wildlife throughout the park.
The experience gives families more than a quick look from a distance. Animal feeding, wildlife experiences, the petting barn and live animal presentations give kids and grown-ups opportunities to get closer to some of the farm's residents while learning more about the animals they meet.
Meet our friendly farm animals, discover the wildlife around the park or see what's happening during the Daily Shows and animal presentations.
What is there for kids to do at The Big Goose?
The Big Goose combines animals with plenty of room for kids to play, explore and burn off some energy. Alongside the farm and wildlife experiences, families can enjoy adventure playgrounds and outdoor activities throughout the park.
That combination makes The Big Goose a great option for families looking for things to do with kids on the Mornington Peninsula or an outdoor family day out near Melbourne without having to choose between an animal experience and somewhere the kids can run, climb and explore.
Discover the Adventure Playground and outdoor play attractions or see more of what is waiting around the farm in Explore The Farm.
What can families do during the school holidays?
Looking for school holiday activities for kids on the Mornington Peninsula? The Big Goose gives families a full outdoor day of animals, wildlife, play and adventure in one destination. Kids can meet farm animals, discover Australian wildlife, explore the playgrounds, watch animal presentations and spend the day outdoors with plenty to see and do.
The farm is also an easy school holiday day trip from Melbourne for families travelling from Frankston, Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham and surrounding areas of south-east Melbourne. With different experiences spread throughout the park, families can build their own day around the things their kids enjoy most rather than relying on one activity to fill the visit.
School holidays can also bring seasonal celebrations, workshops and special experiences to the farm. Visit What's On at The Big Goose to discover upcoming events, workshops and school holiday activities, or check Plan Your Visit for current visitor information before travelling.
What seasonal events are held at The Big Goose?
The Big Goose changes with the seasons, with special family events and experiences adding something different to a day at the farm throughout the year. Families can plan a visit around a favourite celebration or return at different times of year to discover another side of The Big Goose.
Seasonal favourites include Easter at The Big Goose, Halloweekend and Halloween at The Big Goose and Christmas at The Big Goose. Each dedicated event page has more information about that celebration and what families can experience during their visit.
For more happening around the farm throughout the year, explore events, workshops and special experiences at The Big Goose.
Are there live shows and animal experiences?
Yes. Live shows and animal experiences are part of what makes a visit to The Big Goose different from a traditional animal farm. Visitors can watch animal presentations and demonstrations while discovering more about the animals and wildlife around the park.
Daily presentations and experiences give families different opportunities to see animals in action throughout their visit. Show schedules can vary, so families can use the current timetable to plan their day around the experiences they most want to see while leaving plenty of time to explore the rest of the farm.
Check the Big Goose Daily Shows and animal presentations when planning your visit.
Can you have a reptile or wildlife encounter at The Big Goose?
Families wanting to get even closer to some of the animals can explore the dedicated Encounter Room at The Big Goose. It adds another animal experience to a day at the farm for visitors interested in memorable wildlife encounters and photo opportunities.
Encounter experiences and availability can vary, so visit the dedicated Big Goose Encounter Room and animal encounters page for current information before planning your experience.
Is The Big Goose a good family day trip from Melbourne?
The Big Goose is located in Moorooduc on the Mornington Peninsula, making it an easy family day trip from Melbourne and a convenient outdoor attraction for visitors travelling from Frankston, Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham and surrounding areas of south-east Melbourne.
Instead of travelling for one single attraction, families can spend their visit moving between farm animals, Australian wildlife, live shows, animal experiences, outdoor activities and adventure playgrounds. That variety makes the farm suitable for everything from a weekend family adventure to a full school holiday day out.
If you're planning a Mornington Peninsula family day out, use Plan Your Visit for directions and current visitor information.
How much are tickets and when is The Big Goose open?
Opening days, hours, admission information and seasonal arrangements can change throughout the year, including during school holidays and special event periods, so check the latest information before travelling.
Visit Plan Your Visit for current ticket, opening and visitor information before your day at The Big Goose.
Can you have a birthday party at The Big Goose?
Absolutely. The Big Goose hosts kids birthday parties on the Mornington Peninsula for families looking for something with more adventure than a standard indoor party venue.
A farm birthday gives kids the chance to celebrate surrounded by animals, outdoor activities and all the energy of The Big Goose, with the wider park providing plenty to explore as part of the day.
See Big Goose Birthday Parties for dedicated party information, or explore Parties & Groups for other group visits and celebrations.
Does The Big Goose host school excursions and group visits?
The Big Goose welcomes schools, kindergartens and organised groups looking for an outdoor destination where animals, wildlife, learning, play and shared experiences come together in one location.
School excursions on the Mornington Peninsula can turn a day away from the classroom into a hands-on farm and wildlife experience, while group visits provide an outdoor setting for organisations wanting to explore the park together.
Teachers and organisers can explore School Excursions at The Big Goose or visit Parties & Groups for other organised visits.
Can you hire The Big Goose for a private function?
Yes. The Big Goose also offers private function venue hire on the Mornington Peninsula through Twilight Farm Functions, creating a different way for groups to experience the farm outside a regular daytime visit.
Twilight Farm Functions can cater for work functions, staff Christmas parties, sporting clubs, community groups, birthdays and other celebrations looking for an alternative to a traditional function room or event space.
Explore Twilight Farm Functions at The Big Goose for private farm venue hire, function information and enquiries.
Is there food and a gift shop at The Big Goose?
Yes. A big day of animals and adventure needs somewhere to refuel. Families can take a break during their visit with food and refreshments available at The Big Goose, along with a gift shop for anyone wanting a souvenir before heading home.
Check Plan Your Visit for current visitor information before your day at the farm.
Where is The Big Goose on the Mornington Peninsula?
The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park is located at 233 Mornington-Tyabb Road, Moorooduc, Victoria, on the Mornington Peninsula.
The Moorooduc location makes the farm convenient for families visiting from Mornington, Mount Martha, Frankston, Somerville, Tyabb, Hastings and surrounding Peninsula communities, as well as visitors travelling from Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham and Melbourne's south-east.
For directions and current visitor information, head to Plan Your Visit.
What should I know before visiting The Big Goose?
Before heading to the farm, check the latest opening information and show schedule so you can make the most of your visit. With animals, wildlife experiences, play areas and activities spread throughout the park, planning the experiences your family most wants to see can help you make the most of the day.
Use Plan Your Visit for current visitor information and check the Daily Show timetable before you arrive. If you're visiting during the Victorian school holidays or around a major celebration, it is also worth checking What's On at The Big Goose.
Why visit The Big Goose?
Because there is a lot more here than geese! The Big Goose brings together the things families love about a farm visit, wildlife park and outdoor adventure in one Mornington Peninsula destination.
Come for the animals and stay for the shows, playgrounds, wildlife experiences, outdoor activities and the chance to spend a day together. Whether you're planning a weekend family activity, school holiday adventure near Melbourne, birthday, school excursion, seasonal event, group visit or private celebration, there is a different way to experience The Big Goose throughout the year.
Explore The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park and start planning your next farm adventure.
