Daydream Machine is where creativity, connection and a little bit of magic come together! 

A creative studio and community in Canberra, Daydream Machine is a place where neurodivergent young people can be themselves, make friends, hang out and dive into the things they love..together!

Founded in early 2022 by 2022 ACT Local Hero Luke Ferguson, Daydream Machine offers tailored sessions based on ages and interests, creating a safe, welcoming and inspiring space for young people to explore ideas, build skills, express themselves and connect with others. Whether they’re making something, discovering a new passion or simply enjoying good company, young people can find their tribe, follow their curiosity and feel right at home!

Come and Explore at Daydream Machine! 🚀

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At Daydream Machine, there’s always something to make, play, create or discover! It’s a place where young people can hang out, try new things, follow their interests and connect with others.

 

Here’s just a sample of what you can get up to:

 

• 🕹️Play & chill – Challenge your mates to pinball, retro arcade games or table tennis, or kick back in the chill area.

• 🧱 Build & invent – Get hands-on with LEGO, marble-runs and all kinds of cool creations.

• 🎸 Make some noise – Pick up a guitar, hit the drums or create your own tracks using GarageBand in our music-studio!

• 🎨 Get crafty – Sew, paint, draw, make jewellery, badges and bring your ideas to life!

• 💻 Go digital – Explore digital art and get creative in our computer lab, complete with a 3D printer.

• 🎤 Take the stage – Belt out your favourite songs in the karaoke booth or step up to the live music stage.

• 🎲 Game on! – Dive into card games, board games and epic Dungeons & Dragons adventures.
  
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Daydream Machine runs afternoon sessions throughout the week, plus two groups on Saturdays. Numbers are capped to keep groups small, welcoming and fun.

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We match young people with others of similar ages and interests, so you can feel comfortable, find your tribe and make the most of every session.

Ready to join the fun? Check out our sessions page (click here) for group days and times, and send an enquiry on our contact page (click here) to schedule a 1-on-1 show-through viewing to find a session that works for you!

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"It's just cool kids doing cool stuff."​​

 

And honestly, we couldn’t have said it better ourselves!

At Daydream Machine, we’re all about creativity, connection, having fun, and creating a space where everyone can be themselves, try new things, and shine in their own way.

 

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Cool kids. Cool stuff. Everyone belongs.