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Melbourne's best Lunar New Year events
The Year of the Snake officially starts on 29 January 2025. Come back later to find all the information on Lunar New Year 2025, then plan year-round fun in Chinatown.
Where to eat and drink in Chinatown
Chinatown’s most iconic restaurants
These restaurants are some of the oldest and most loved in Melbourne's famous Chinatown precinct.
The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne
Steamed, fried, baked or boiled – there’s no such thing as a bad dumpling.
The best yum cha restaurants in Melbourne
Dine with friends on all-you-can-eat dumplings, seafood share plates and more.
Where to find the best hidden bars in Chinatown
Take a detour to find secret basement cocktails, secluded rooftop bars and a fairytale wonderland.
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The ultimate guide to Chinatown
Where to eat, drink and karaoke the night away in Melbourne's famous Chinatown precinct.
Museum of Chinese Australian History
Museum preserving and displaying the history of Chinese immigration.
Heart of the city walk
Take a walk through legendary landmarks, iconic malls, hidden little streets and art-filled alleys.
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Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids
Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.
11 reasons to leave work on time
Get the best happy hour deals, cheap tickets to amazing shows and more.
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African Music and Cultural Festival
A showcase of African music and culture with food, fashion, film, music and discussion.
ACMI Preschoolers
A fun, free program created for 2-5 year-olds to enjoy ACMI with their parent, grandparent or carer.
The University of Melbourne Wind Symphony: Family Concert
A fun-filled evening featuring music from the beloved Star Wars film series.
Greening the Screen
Explore plants and play with Weird Flex Studio and Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.