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The ultimate guide to Moomba

Moomba is now over for another year! Stay tuned for info on next year's event, and check out more awesome free events in Melbourne.

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See the city in a new light at Moomba

Last updated on Fri 19 Mar 2021

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The best pop-up and outdoor cinemas in Melbourne

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The award-winning production playing exclusively in Melbourne.

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30 Oct - 23 Jan

Disney: The Magic of Animation

Discover the creativity and innovation of almost 100 years of Disney Animation.

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An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

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Melbourne's Lunar New Year Festival events

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