Do summer right with open-air dining, free outdoor festivals, breezy walks and epic pop-ups.

Makers Market at The District
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Makers Market at The District

This outdoor undercover family-friendly market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.

Kensington Market
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Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of designer fashion, culinary treats, ceramics, homewares and visual art.

Docklands Community Market
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Docklands Community Market

A food and craft market in the heart of the Docklands.

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market
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Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

The ultimate guide to outdoor dining in Melbourne

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

Melbourne's best rooftop bars

Schedule in a silly season sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.

The best dining pop-ups in Melbourne

The best dining pop-ups in Melbourne

Find exclusive dining experiences, chef's dinners, street food markets and more this Christmas.

Last updated on Tue 21 Mar 2023

Christmas

Christmas events

Christmas events

Explore a wonderland of events and dazzling decorations as the city comes to life this Christmas.

Christmas eat and drink

Christmas eat and drink

Savour the season with festive feasts and rooftop drinks. Read on for Christmas catch-up ideas.

Christmas shopping

Christmas shopping

Wrap up your Christmas list and find the perfect pressies with thousands of shops to choose from.

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Moomba

Moomba

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

Christmas in the city
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Christmas in the city

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best Christmas lights and decorations

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.

The best things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

The best things to do in Melbourne with kids under 5

Toddler-friendly activities for a day out in Melbourne that you'll enjoy too.