The best free festivals in Melbourne
Don't let an empty wallet stop you from enjoying Melbourne this silly season. These festivals and street parties offer free entry and tons of entertainment.
Free festivals
Being Human Festival
Discover hidden stories at the Being Human Festival – play, create, and explore between the lines.
Colours of Malaysia
Colours of Malaysia brings Malaysian food, performances and more to the heart of Melbourne.
Taste of Persia: Food, Music, Dance and Art
A food and cultural event bringing together the rich art, music and traditions of Persia.
Christmas in the city
See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.
Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra
Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.
Victorian Disability Sport & Recreation Festival
An annual celebration of physically active lifestyles for people with disability.
VietJet MelbourneVibing
A one-day festival celebrating inclusivity through art, literature and performances.
Boxing Day Test Summer Fest
The energy spills beyond the boundary as the Boxing Day Festival returns to Yarra Park.
Fed Square Holi: Festival of Colours
Get ready for a vibrant explosion of colours and fun at the Fed Square Holi Festival of Colours!
Melbourne CBD Holi Festival of Colours
Be covered in vibrant colours and dance to music at the Treasury Garden's Holi.
Antipodes Festival
Street food, live performances, market stalls and cultural experiences for everyone.
More free fun
German Christmas Market
A traditional German Christmas Market with beautiful market stalls including foods and drinks.
Christmas Outdoor Cinema: Naughty or Nice
Fed Square screens Christmas family favourites followed by grown-up cult classics.
Summer Night Market
Gather your crew for Melbourne’s favourite summer tradition – Wednesday nights from 5pm to 10pm.
MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission: Nipa Doshi
Designer Nipa Doshi explores beauty, plurality and diversity in her handcrafted cabinet.
Distraction
An exhibition that plugs into the torrent of content and places we go when craving distraction.
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