Plan ahead for New Year's Eve with transport, road closure and accessibility info.
Melbourne's best outdoor events
Do summer right with open-air dining, free outdoor festivals, breezy walks and epic pop-ups.
Fed Square Holi: Festival of Colours
Get ready for a vibrant explosion of colours and fun at the Fed Square Holi Festival of Colours!
Melbourne CBD Holi Festival of Colours
Be covered in vibrant colours and dance to music at the Treasury Garden's Holi.
Melbourne’s best outdoor events
Summer Night Market
Gather your crew for Melbourne’s favourite summer tradition – Wednesday nights from 5pm to 10pm.
The ultimate guide to outdoor dining in Melbourne
Here's your guide to outdoor dining, pizzas, antipasto, knock-off drinks, or golden hour cocktail.
Melbourne's best rooftop bars
Schedule in a rooftop sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.
Melbourne's best beer gardens
Soak up the sunshine with riverside cocktails and ales among historic architecture.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Shrine Kids
Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.
Riverslide Skate Park
The city's biggest skate park, overlooking the Yarra River and Birrarung Marr.
Walks, tours and run clubs
Fitzroy Gardens Heritage Tour
A journey through the heritage-listed gardens, where history and nature seamlessly blend.
Free Guided Walk
A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Secret Life of Birds
Spot water birds nesting around Ornamental Lake at Melbourne Gardens on this guided walk.
Melbourne Brunch and History Walking Tour
Discover Melbourne’s laneways, stories, and café culture on a 2.5-hour guided brunch walk.
Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.
Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways
Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.
Yarra Sunrise Running Tour
Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.
Mystery Picnic with Self Drive Boat: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Walking Tour: Robin Boyd's Neighbourhood
A walking tour exploring the architectural streetscapes, landscape and local history of South Yarra.
Melbourne Sights Walking Tour
Uncover the stories behind Melbourne's landmarks, gardens and events on this walking tour.
East Melbourne Walking Tours
Take a guided walking tour of East Melbourne to discover secrets and hear untold stories.
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Best Santa photo spots in Melbourne
Skip the Westfield crowd and get unique Santa photos in Melbourne.
Only in the City
This city hums with energy - with hidden laneway cafes, rooftop bars, art and culture at every turn.
Moonlight Cinema
Kick back with a film under the stars at Melbourne’s most spectacular open-air cinema.
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Everything you need to do in Melbourne this Christmas
Plan your festive adventures every week in the leadup to Christmas.
The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best Christmas lights and decorations
Where to see stunning Christmas trees, the best Christmas lights and more beautiful decorations.
Christmas in the city
See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.
What's free and what's open on the Easter long weekend
The best things to do over the Easter holidays.