Melbourne's must-see exhibitions

Until 7 Dec

Distraction

An exhibition that plugs into the torrent of content and places we go when craving distraction.

Until 23 Nov

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

The first solo exhibition in Australia for renowned American artist Tschabalala Self.

Until 1 Apr

MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission: Nipa Doshi

Designer Nipa Doshi explores beauty, plurality and diversity in her handcrafted cabinet.

Until Dec 2026

Swinging 60s

Did the sixties really swing in Victoria? A new exhibition from the Old Treasury Building.

Until 31 May

Creative Acts: Artists and their inspirations

Step inside the unseen inner worlds of artists at State Library Victoria.

Until 21 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

Until 31 Dec

Protest Melbourne

An exhibition about Victoria's long history of public protest.

Until Nov 2026

Making Memoir of a Snail

Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.

Until 2 Jan

Ayoung Kim – Delivery Dancer's Arc: 0° Receiver

Korean artist Ayoung Kim creates a multiverse that blurs boundaries between space, time and self.

Until 23 Nov

Taste of Combat

Honouring the vital work of the Catering Corps and the evolution of military food.

Until 31 Dec

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.

Until 1 Feb

CHARGE! Agincourt by Back to Back Theatre

A new exhibition by Geelong's Back to Back Theatre brings fresh perspective to the story of Henry V.

Until 31 Dec

Memento Mori

Public murals influenced by the Fates of Greek mythology, inspiring passersby to embrace life.

Until 31 Dec

Camouflage

Step into the world of camouflage and uncover its surprising history.

28 Nov – 25 Dec

Crown Christmas River Show

Be dazzled by a spectacular water, laser and light show on the Yarra.

Until 1 Feb

Rigg Design Prize: Next in Design

The Rigg Design Prize is Australia’s most prestigious accolade for contemporary design.

Until 23 Nov

Significant Trees Exhibition

Enjoy an exhibition of artwork of trees, meet the artists and buy a book or a print.

Until 23 Nov

Jo Ryan: Lettr4ms

Letters combine and intertwine to create sculptures that make us lose sight of the letter.

Until 27 Nov

Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art

Exploring how Indigenous artists reimagine storytelling today, expanding on artistic traditions.

30 Nov

Myth and Religion in Ancient Cyprus

Discover the magic of ancient Cyprus in a free talk presented by Dr Christopher Gribbin.

Art and Heritage Collection Tour

Take a free guided tour of the art and heritage collection at Melbourne Town Hall.

Until 18 Dec

Best of NGV International Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection.

Until 19 Dec

Best of NGV Australia Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection

22 Nov

Twentieth Century Design: One-Day Course

Learn about the most influential 20th century designers and key movements that shape design today.

15 Nov

Kaleidoscope of Joy

Hear the Joy exhibition come to life in a vivid wash of sound and colour.

Immigration Museum Guided Highlights Tour

Immigration Museum Guided Highlights Tour

Until 31 Dec

The Lost Impressionist Art Tours

Discover Melbourne's artistic story and its connection to Monet with this unique group walking tour.