Melbourne's best outdoor events
Do summer right with open-air dining, free outdoor festivals, breezy walks and epic pop-ups.
City Lights Cruises
Embark on an enchanting Yarra River journey as you indulge in the captivating City Lights Cruise.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Kensington Market
An eclectic mix of designer fashion, culinary treats, ceramics, homewares and visual art.
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.
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Melbourne's essential night-time events
From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.
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What's free and what's open on the Easter long weekend
The best things to do over the Easter holidays.
Bastille Day French Festival
Rendezvous at the Bastille Day French Festival and join in the joie de vivre.
Korea Festival
Head to Fed Square to experience the best of Korean culture at this free family festival.
Christmas in the city
See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.