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What's free in Melbourne this month
Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.
Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion
Explore the enduring influence of military design on popular fashion.
Honk: Untitled Goose Exhibition
Explore the cheeky world of the iconic game with playable displays and behind-the-scenes insights.
Georgia Irwin: Cooking Demo, Tastings, Book Signing, Drinks
Join vegan food blogger Georgia Irwin for a cooking demo, tasting and exclusive book signing.
Only In The City
Melbourne's best old-school diners
Craving a slice of nostalgia? Kick it oldschool at these classic diners and retro eateries.
The best new hotels in Melbourne
You don't need to be from out-of-town to enjoy these luxury city escapes.
Ice Rink at the Footy Festival
Enjoy the Schweppes Ice Rink outside the MCG at this year’s Footy Festival.
Africa Fashion
The most comprehensive exhibition of fashion from the African continent ever mounted in Australia.
Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition
Journey through more than 200 of the most beautiful, idiosyncratic, and interesting places on Earth.
School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.
Spring in Your Step: Melbourne Scavenger Hunt
Come and experience spring in the city with this fun-filled scavenger hunt.
Victoria the T. Rex
An interactive exhibition starring the fossil skeleton of Victoria, a 66-million-year-old T. rex.
The Finders Keepers Design Market
Australia’s most-loved design market returns to Melbourne this October.
Victorian Festival of Diwali
Showcasing India’s culture through music, dance, craft, food and a bazaar.
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
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What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.
What's on this week in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Melbourne for free
Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.