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What's open on the grand final long weekend

The best free and fun events to visit during the AFL Grand Final public holiday

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The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.

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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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Outdoor Cinema: Celebrating World Batman Day

These school holidays, catch fan-favourite Batman films on Fed Square's Big Screen.

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Footy Fest

Meet your footy heroes, join a free footy clinic and enjoy live entertainment for the whole family.

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Design X Nature

An outdoor exhibition of artworks exploring how natural systems inform creative practice.

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Chinatown Lion and Dragon Moon Festival

Chinatown’s twilight Lion and Dragon Dance Mid Autumn Moon Festival returns.

What's on this week

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Margaret Preston

NGV's new retrospective exhibition on Margaret Preston.

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Encore!

50 Objects. 50 Years. One Collection. Treasures from the Australian Museum of Performing Arts.

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Oktoberfest at Hofbrauhaus

Celebrate German bier, food and music as the Hofbräuhaus Oktoberfest turns 58.

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Melbourne Festival of Puppetry

Performances, workshops, free events and more, presented around the city.

Only In The City

Only in the City
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Things you can only see in the city

Uncover secret rooms, historic architecture and iconic landmarks found only in the city.

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Things you can only do in the city

There's only one place to find these rare Melbourne experiences and secret spots.

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Things you can only eat in the city

Where to find the city's most iconic dishes.

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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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

An inspiring, exhilarating, energetic musical memoir.

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Rome: Empire, Power, People

This Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Ancient Rome.

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Stellar Nights

Embark on a journey through time and space with this guided tour at the Observatory.

Family and kids

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Fitzroy Gardens Wonder and Whimsy

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

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A Patchwork of Hope: Shrine Free School Holiday Program

Discover stories of hope and strength, then get creative with weaving and embroidery.

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The Big Toy Swap

Give your child’s toy box a sustainable refresh at The Big Toy Swap. 

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Skateboard Deck Art

Paint your own skateboard deck using stencils, spray cans, sharpies, and collage, for ages 8 to 13.

Coming soon

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Melbourne International Jazz Festival

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

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Queensberry Cup

A vibrant community festival with billycart racing, live entertainment and family fun.

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Italian Festa and Expo

Celebrating all thing Italian at the Royal Exhibition Building and Museum Plaza.

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Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders

Come and discover where cultures bloom, stories come alive, and wonders await.

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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.