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Win a $2100 Melbourne winter staycation

Score a luxe hotel stay, a spa voucher, footy tickets and more, only in the city.

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The Cold List

Melbourne comes alive in winter. Layer up and get out there with these events and happenings.

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What's on today

Discover free events, epic festivals and shows on in Melbourne today.

Melbourne for free

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Damn Fine Laughs

FAD Gallery Bar hosts Damn Fine Laughs, a new weekly stand-up comedy night.

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Repair Café

The Makerspaces are coming to City Library with a pop-up repair café.

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MESS Studio Tour

Take a free guided tour of a collection of rare instruments and hear the stories behind the sounds.

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Pongapalooza

A mini-festival of music, ping-pong, art and empanadas.

What's on this week

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The Australian Ballet: Copland Dance Episodes

Experience a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music in Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes.

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Winter Wonderland

The winter wonderland fun returns to Skyline Melbourne.

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Waitress The Musical

The irresistible Broadway hit about resilience, friendship and hope.

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NGV Friday Nights: Cartier

NGV Friday Nights shine with Cartier, featuring live music, flims, food and drinks.

Only In The City

Winter Only in the City - Checkout the cold list

What's on this month

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NGV Friday Nights: Cartier

NGV Friday Nights shine with Cartier, featuring live music, flims, food and drinks.

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Fern’s Hidden Winter Garden

Enjoy a unique winter dining experience in a private botanical conservatory with sharing menus.

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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

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Music Documented: ACMI Cinemas

A sonic journey through the music genres and musicians that defined generations.

Family and kids

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Fitzroy Gardens Winter Art Trail

Join a fun and educational kids activity exploring the beautiful Fitzroy Gardens.

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Le Petit Wonders of the Sea: Kids High Tea

An enchanting under-the-sea themed High Tea designed especially for small explorers.

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Winter School Holidays at Melbourne Museum

Enjoy a packed program of exciting activities that's fun for the whole family.

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Children's Play: Ragnar Kjartansson

A new children's exhibition by Ragnar Kjartansson, inspired by the idea of a theatrical feast.

Coming soon

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Firelight Festival

Melbourne’s epic winter festival returns to Docklands for three fiery nights.

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Melbourne International Film Festival

Experience eye-opening cinema at the Melbourne International Film Festival.

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Now or Never

Twelve days of art, ideas, music and technology await - a festival of new dimensions.

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Melbourne International Jazz Festival

A city-wide celebration of jazz, improvisation and boundary-pushing contemporary music.

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What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

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What's on this week in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.

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Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

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Melbourne for free

Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.