What's free and what's open on the Easter long weekend
What's better than a three-day weekend? That would be a four-day weekend! Take your Easter break to the next level with the city's best comedy shows, exhibits, theatre and more.
When are the Easter long weekend public holidays?
In 2024, Good Friday falls on 29 March and Easter Monday falls on 1 April.
When do the Easter school holidays start?
The Easter school holidays start on Friday 29 March and end on Sunday 14 April 2024.
What’s free on the long weekend
Memo Akten: Distributed Consciousness
A digital work merging human and non-human consciousness – via the AI musings of octopus critters.
NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air
The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.
The Story of the Moving Image
An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
La Dolce Vita: Italian Light and Life by Anthony Bowles
An exhibition of watercolours and oils featuring Italian scenes.
The Oracle
Take part in an ancient tradition, brought to life in a free interactive artwork powered by AI.
Country Road + NGV First Nations Commissions: My Country
This exhibition showcases the work of First Nations artists from around Australia.
Some of the best events on during the long weekend
Chicago the Musical
With a glittering score including All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle, Chicago is back.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
Cirque du Soleil: Luzia
Go on a vibrant journey through worlds filled with wonders and artistry with Cirque du Soleil.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.
Basement Comedy Club: Saturdays
See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform this Saturday.
Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit
This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated for over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Family activities during the long weekend
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Discover thousands of aquatic animals in four enchanting worlds at this top Melbourne attraction.
Venues open all long weekend
Rosso Coffee Experience: Specialty Coffee Roastery & Cafe
A Melbourne haven for coffee aficionados and foodies alike.
Botanical Hotel
The Botanical Hotel is known for its welcoming atmosphere, fine food and wine store.
Gin Palace
Late-night cocktail bar specialising in the juniper-based spirit, with a selection of over 330 gins.
Bijou Bottle Store & Bar
A bottle store and bar with a large selection of boutique wine and spirits.
Last updated on Thu 28 Mar 2024
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