Find out what’s happening at the Mint. From special events and exhibitions to family activities, educational programs and unique experiences, there’s always something to explore. Stay up to date with what’s on and make the most of your visit to the Royal Australian Mint.
Did you know the Mint has been making coins for 60 years?
To celebrate our birthday, we have made a very special coin to share and want to know what you would put on a coin. Join us for Mini-Minties to share the stories behind our coin designs. We’ll explore the Museum and then design our own coin.
When: 5, 9, 12, 16, 19 and 23 January 2026
Time: 10am – 11am
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 4-6 years.
Did you know the Mint has made coins with sharks, snakes and spiders? Have you ever seen a coin with a dingo, dolphin or donkey on it?
Join us for Mini-Minties and learn about the animals found on our circulating coins as well as some unusual animals on other coins. We’ll have animal themed craft, storytelling and exploration of special coins.
When: 6, 13 and 20 January 2026
Time: 10am – 11am
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 4-6 years.
Did you know the Mint makes coins of different shapes and colours?
Join us for Mini-Minties and learn about some of the unusual shapes, colours and movement on our coins. We’ll have shapes and colours themed craft, storytelling and exploration of special coins.
When: 8, 15 and 22 January 2026
Time: 10am – 11am
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 4-6 years.
A lot of work goes into designing a coin. Sixty years ago, Stuart Devlin’s iconic animal designs were released on our new decimal coins.
What would you name our currency? What shape, metal and design would you choose? Join us for a celebration of our circulating coins. We’ll look at the stories been our coins and then have you design your own.
When: 5, 9, 12, 16, 19 and 23 January 2026
Time: 12pm – 1pm
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 7-12 years.
War heroes come in all shapes, sizes and species.
Join us for a celebration of some of our amazing animal heroes. We’ll look at their stories, how they helped Australians and the coins that commemorate their actions.
When: 6, 13, 20 January 2026
Time: 12pm – 1pm
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 7-12 years.
Want to learn how to crack a code?
Join us for a celebration of coins, codes and spies. We’ll look at stories of spies, different types of codes and explore our coded coins.
When: 8, 15, 22 January 2026
Time: 12pm – 1pm
Cost: $10 per child (plus booking fee)
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
All children must be accompanied by an adult and bookings are essential. Each ticket is for 1 child and includes the accompanying adult. This program is aimed at children aged 7-12 years.
Want to collect some cool coins? Introducing the fun world of coin collecting, children aged 5 to 12 years are invited to bring used coins to the Kids Coin Trade and ‘trade’ for a new coin of the same value.
Only coins can be used at the Kids Coin Trade. Cash can be exchanged in the Mint Shop for coins and cash out is also available.
Coin limits will apply, per child ($20). A parent or caregiver must always be with their child and adults are ineligible to trade coins.
Note: coins for trading are the same as those available during the 2025 school holiday Kids Coin Trades.
When: 7, 14 and 21 January 2026
Time: 10am – 12pm (bookings are 15-minute sessions)
Cost: Free but bookings required
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint (check in at the Welcome Desk)
Drop-in at the Mint for an afternoon of craft celebrating 60 years of dollars and cents. Discover the iconic family of Australian animals that are portrayed on our coins and make your favourite animal craft!
When: Monday to Friday: 5 – 23 January 2026
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Cost: Free
Where: Little Visitors Vault, Royal Australian Mint
Royal Australian Mint 2026 Family Fun Day
In 1965, Australia adopted decimal currency and the Royal Australian Mint opened, marking a new era in the nation’s history. Sixty years on, the Mint has produced billions of coins and welcomed millions of visitors. To celebrate this milestone, you’re invited to a free Family Fun Day on Saturday, 28 February, from 10am to 4pm.
The Mint grounds will come alive with live music, a coin swap, kids coin trade, face painting, BBQ and activities for both experienced collectors and those new to coin collecting. Expert Mint speakers will share insights into the coin-making process, from design to production.
Collectors can exchange cash for collectible and coloured circulating coins, while children aged 5–12 can trade ordinary coins for special Mint pieces. A 60th anniversary coin with an exclusive ‘60’ countermark will also be available to press on the day.
Explore the coin museum, enjoy a picnic or visit the Mint Café. Entry is free, family- and wheelchair-friendly, with parking available.
Where: Royal Australian Mint, 62 – 114 Dennison St, Deakin ACT 2600
Date: Saturday 28 February 2026
Time: 10am to 4pm
Who: Everyone is welcome – Free Entry.
This is an outdoor event please come prepared for all weather - layering clothing, hats, suncream and plenty of water. The Mint has onsite water refill stations.
Reflection: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System
The Royal Australian Mint and Government House present a new exhibition recognising the Australian honours system and the outstanding service and contributions of Australians making a difference. To those who dedicate themselves to improving local communities, demonstrating courage and bravery, and serving in response to nationally significant emergencies. See rare coins, medals and medallions from the National Coin Collection.
Explore the free exhibition from 26 May 2025 to 15 February 2026.
Honouring excellence for all Australians
The video transcript will be uploaded soon.
Outreach
Our Outreach team brings the Royal Australian Mint to you. We travel across the country, hosting pop-up shops and events where you can explore our latest coins and dive into the world of coin collecting. Check below for upcoming dates and details.