Melbourne's essential night-time events
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
Laugh Lab at La La Land
Come watch Melbourne's finest up and coming comedians perform in the cosiest cocktail bar in town.
Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.
Strum and Sing Ukulele Group
A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers, for seasoned strummers or beginners.
Buddha's Day and Multicultural Festival
Enjoy performances, a mindfulness forest, meditation and more at this free three-day festival.
New to Melbourne Language Exchange
Practise a new language, and make new friends over cheap food and drink.
Theatre & shows
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and magic performers.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Legends (of the Golden Arches)
An exhilarating examination of the Chinese cultural experience and the enduring power of friendship.
Mother Play
Expansive yet intimate drama charting the personal upheavals of one family starring Sigrid Thornton.
The Wrong Gods
This new work tells a tale of community, family and freedom in the face of impending globalisation.
Dying: A Memoir
Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.
More evening events to book right now
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.
YIRRAMBOI Festival
Hosting 400+ First Nations creatives across 180 performances and activating over 40 venues.
Autumn Sunset Cocktails at Walsh Street
Open the door to Robin Boyd’s iconic Walsh Street residence after-hours for Autumn Sunset Cocktails.
Polly Woodside Open Day
Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.
Where to eat and drink after dark
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Melbourne's best rooftop bars
Schedule in a rooftop sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.
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Discover Melbourne's best cakes, cocktails and sweet treats after the lights go down.
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These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about.
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Gimlet at Cavendish House
An elegant cocktail bar and dining room from renowned chef Andrew McConnell.
Bodega Underground
Bodega is a late night taqueria and underground mezcaleria in the basement of the Crossley Hotel.
Dragon Hot Pot
Choose your base stock, then pick from over 100 fresh ingredients to make your own unique hotpot.
The Carlton Hotel
Offers a rooftop bar, dining, a cocktail bar and nightclub, right in the heart of the city.
Johnny's Green Room
A rooftop bar above King & Godfree with great views, tunes and Italian inspired food and drinks.
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