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
Winter Night Market
The Winter Night Market is set to return to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.
Comedy in Theory
A comedy show in the centre of Melbourne, featuring some of the brightest rising stars.
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
Showcasing the best of Indian cinema with a variety of celebratory events.
Theatre & shows
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
My Brilliant Career
A new adaptation of the timeless classic that channels that fire into a high-energy musical.
King Lear
Shakespeare's epic of the imagination creates a portrait of a family and a country torn apart.
Sunset Boulevard
An epic new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical masterpiece starring Sarah Brightman.
A Streetcar Named Desire
A take on Tennessee Williams’s masterpiece - a brutal examination of society in transformation.
More evening events to book right now
Lightscape
The immersive Melbourne hit returns to transform Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne after dark.
NGV Friday Nights: Pharaoh
NGV Friday Nights brings music, mystique and more with Pharaoh after hours this winter.
Now or Never
The city's newest festival returns with digital art experiences, ground-breaking music and more.
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
City Lights Cruises
Embark on an enchanting Yarra River journey as you indulge in the captivating City Lights Cruise.
Old Melbourne Ghost Tour
Take a spine-chilling journey back in time and explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.
Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
The Cat Empire with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
The legendary band bring beloved tunes and new sounds for an immersive orchestral experience.
Constellations
A celestial formation hovers above its own reflection on the Yarra River/Birrarung's surface.
Soft Centre: Supermodel Late Night
The cutting-edge Eora arts collective Soft Centre makes its long-awaited Narrm debut at Trades Hall.
Where to eat and drink after dark
The ultimate guide to late-night dining in Melbourne
These late-night venues and iconic restaurants are best visited well after dark.
The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne
Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.
Melbourne’s most romantic date-night restaurants
Find the best restaurants to book for birthdays, anniversaries or just because.
Melbourne's best rooftop bars
Schedule in a rooftop sesh at Morris House, Good Heavens, Fable, Ocean 12 and more.
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
These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about.
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
Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.
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 Club 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.
Last updated on Thu 4 Jul 2024
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