From hidden laneway events to epic pop-ups, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out. Put these events and adventures in your diary for the ultimate night out.

Free night-time fun

The ultimate neon tour of Melbourne

The ultimate neon tour of Melbourne

Explore the city’s most iconic light displays

Malthouse Outdoor Stage
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Malthouse Outdoor Stage

Experience the best of live outdoor entertainment at Malthouse Outdoor Stage.

Now Here This: Live Jazz
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Now Here This: Live Jazz

Enjoy late-night improvised jazz every Tuesday.

The ultimate guide to Flash Forward

The ultimate guide to Flash Forward

Explore Melbourne's iconic laneways and discover stunning new street art.

Evening events to book right now

RISING

RISING

A festival that you do, in a city that does it best.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival
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Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Melbourne lights up with laughs when the Comedy Festival takes over town.

Mary Poppins
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Mary Poppins

The world’s favourite nanny comes to life in a spectacular and unforgettable production.

& Juliet
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& Juliet

The award-winning musical of the greatest love story ever remixed opens in Melbourne in February.

Le Aerial

Le Aerial

A stunning display of graceful and thrilling aerial manoeuvres.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical returns to Melbourne in 2023.

The Australian Ballet: Swan Lake

The Australian Ballet: Swan Lake

See this dynamic new vision of a timeless classic.

DineSmart 20th Anniversary Fundraising Dinner

DineSmart 20th Anniversary Fundraising Dinner

Enjoy an exclusive six-course dinner with pairing beverages, to raise vital funds for DineSmart.

Bluesfest Melbourne

Bluesfest Melbourne

Australia’s premier contemporary blues and roots music festival is coming to Melbourne.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

Dungeons and Flagons
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Dungeons and Flagons

Bring your fantasy to life at this weekly beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons event.

Comedy at Spleen: Mondays
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Comedy at Spleen: Mondays

Come along to the city's longest-running comedy night.

Board Game Wednesday
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Board Game Wednesday

Put your skills to the test and meet new people at this social games night.

Tavern Trivia
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Tavern Trivia

Join the Monday-night pop culture and gaming quiz quest at Fortress Melbourne.

Melbourne's best after dark activities

Melbourne's best after dark activities

Discover Melbourne’s top nocturnal activities, from moonlight kayaking to game nights.

Where to eat and drink after dark

The ultimate guide to late-night dining in Melbourne

The ultimate guide to late-night dining in Melbourne

These late-night venues and iconic restaurants are best visited well after dark.

Melbourne’s most romantic date-night restaurants

Melbourne’s most romantic date-night restaurants

Find the best restaurants to book for Valentine's Day, anniversaries or just because.

Melbourne's best rooftop bars

Melbourne's best rooftop bars

Schedule in a summer sesh at QT rooftop, Good Heavens, Fable, Transit and more.

Melbourne's best cafes that open late

Melbourne's best cafes that open late

These Melbourne cafes are open late for evening coffee runs.

After dark dessert bars

After dark dessert bars

Discover Melbourne's best cakes, cocktails and sweet treats after the lights go down.

The best first date bars in Melbourne

The best first date bars in Melbourne

These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about. 

Unique first date ideas in Melbourne

Unique first date ideas in Melbourne

Ban boring dates with these cute night spots and fun activities for two.

The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne

The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne

Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.

Bar Margaux

Bar Margaux

Late night bar and brasserie serving cocktails, wine and French comfort food.

Gimlet at Cavendish House

Gimlet at Cavendish House

An elegant cocktail bar and dining room from renowned chef Andrew McConnell.

Stalactites Restaurant

Stalactites Restaurant

One of Melbourne’s longest established and best-known Greek restaurants, open 24 hours.

Waiters Restaurant

Waiters Restaurant

Serving unfussy, home-style Italian food to a late-night crowd since 1947.

Bodega Underground

Bodega Underground

Bodega is a late night taqueria and underground mezcaleria in the basement of the Crossley Hotel.

Dragon Hot Pot

Dragon Hot Pot

Choose your base stock, then pick from over 100 fresh ingredients to make your own unique hotpot.

Nightlife

Nightlife

Dance the night away, sip cocktails in a stylish bar or catch some live music.​

Last updated on Thu 30 Mar 2023

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The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best cocktail deals, cheap eats and low-cost activities in Melbourne.

8 reasons to leave work on time

8 reasons to leave work on time

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The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

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The best new hotels in Melbourne

The best new hotels in Melbourne

You don't need to be from out-of-town to enjoy these luxury city escapes.

THE LUME Melbourne
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THE LUME Melbourne

Enter the world of Monet and Friends – an epic adventure into French Impressionism.

Only in the City

Only in the City

Melbourne’s most unmissable moments are yours to explore, only in the city.  

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in Melbourne.