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Melbourne’s most Instagrammable experiences

You won't need filters at the city's most photogenic spots.

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What's free in Melbourne this month

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

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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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Cachivaches Latin Market

A vibrant cultural event celebrating the best of Latin American traditions in Melbourne.

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TGIF: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Special

Charlie Pickering will be joined by some of the best comedians from the Festival.

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The Human Algorithm

A multi-channel video installation exploring the impact of AI on human behaviour and cognition.

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Hartbeats Live Jazz

Live jazz, DJs and laneway vibes every Sunday at Whitehart.

What's on this week

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Kutcha Edwards: 60 Cycles Around the Sun

The multi-award-winning singer-songwriter shares his music and stories across two compelling sets.

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Trans Book Festival

Uplifting and celebrating trans and gender diverse literary excellence in all narrative forms.

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The Makers and Shakers Market

Enjoy 185 top-tier makers of homewares, food and fashion, plus special activities just for the kids.

The Town Hall at night with Melbourne International Comedy Festival banners, signage, and red and blue spotlights and people lined up in queues on the footpath.
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Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The festival that takes over the city celebrates 40 years of funny - come have a laugh.

Only In The City

Only in this City of Ours
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Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

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9 laneways only real Melburnians know

Have you eaten your way through Melb's official Koreatown and found the secret piano bar?

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The ultimate guide to Curtin House

Discover the secret boutiques, restaurants and bars hidden inside this iconic vertical laneway.

What's on this month

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Bernie Dieter’s Club Kabarett

This decadent and daring cabaret experience is a lightning bolt of pure, life-affirming joy.

Elton John in the 1970s wearing large spectacles and satin suit with Cher wearing Bob Mackie midriff-revealing strappy gown and Diana Ross wearing feather and sequin gown.
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DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

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Julius Caesar

A thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s political masterpiece.

The full cast of the musical Book of Mormon on stage singing and dancing, with a painted sky coloured background and other theatre props.
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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

Family and kids

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Little Food Festival

Australia's iconic food festival created for kids is free for all to attend.

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Comedy Club for Kids

A laugh-a-minute hour the whole family will enjoy.

A male circus performer in a purple jacket and black pants stands on a stage in a circus tent under bright lights, holding a flaming torch, with an audience watching and a large CIRCUS sign in the background.
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Circus The Show

A family circus spectacular that families are raving about.

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Signor Baffo

Don’t miss this laugh-out loud treat for young children and their families.

Coming soon

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Melbourne Writers Festival

A four-day celebration of more than 150 visionary writers and storytellers that shape our world.

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RISING: Melbourne

A festival of new art, music and performance in the heart of Naarm/Melbourne each winter.

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Melbourne Tartan Festival

Enjoy the Melbourne Tartan Day Parade with pipers, highland dancing, poetry readings and wee dogs.

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Lightscape

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

Discover more

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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.