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Things in Melbourne that are just better in winter

When the weather gets cold we embrace Sunday roasts, big wool coats, cosy cafes and indoor gigs.

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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 free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

Melbourne for free

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Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of homewares, culinary treats, ceramics, sustainable goods and visual art.

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Younghusband Market

With great music, curated stalls, hands-on workshops and delicious food, a vibrant scene awaits.

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Docklands Waterfront Farmers' Market

Showcasing fresh produce, market eats and live entertainment on Harbour Esplanade.

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Hartbeats Live Jazz

Settle in for live jazz, deep grooves and an afternoon that slowly drifts into night.

What's on this week

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show

The classic fairytale is reimagined with glow-in-the-dark costumes and luminous staging.

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Lightscape

Melbourne's favourite winter tradition Lightscape returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

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Winter Solstice Street Party

An evening of delicious food, mulled wine, face painting, lawn games, and live music.

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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

An outdoor alpine village pop-up event at Fed Square at night, featuring private wooden chalets, string lights, and a red carpet.
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Fondue Chalet

Melbourne’s much-loved winter dining experience returns to Fed Square.

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The Vinyl Factory: Reverb

ACMI and RISING present The Vinyl Factory: Reverb, a major exhibition of vinyl culture and music.

Visitors enjoying an evening event at the National Gallery of Victoria, seated on stools under shadowy lighting.
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NGV Friday Nights: Cartier

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

A nighttime photo of a path in a park, illuminated by vibrant orange, green, and pink light beams and strings creating an immersive light installation; part of Lightscape at Royal Botanic Gardens.
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Lightscape

Melbourne's favourite winter tradition Lightscape returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

Family and kids

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My Love Umbrella

Create your own 'Love Umbrella' hanging mobile in this joyful, hands-on craft activity for kids.

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Melbourne Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

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Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

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Blast Lab

A spectacular, live and explosive science stage show.

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

Arts, ideas, sound, technology; a festival of new dimensions for Melbourne/Narrm.

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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.