What's on and what's open over the Labour Day long weekend
When is the 2025 Labour Day public holiday in Melbourne?
This year, the Labour Day public holiday (and long weekend) falls on Monday 10 March 2025.
The best free long weekend events
Peach PRC with George Alice and Carla Wehbe
A massive, free, all-ages, high-energy pop party at Fed Square on the Labour Day long weekend.
The Outsiders Melbourne
An exhibition of the largest street-art collection in Australia, including a whole room of Banksys.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Sci-Fi: Mythologies Transformed
This exhibition highlights science fiction’s connection to ancient philosophy and mythologies.
The Pacific Sisters
Zoot suits and ActiVAtions take over Smorgon Family Plaza with the Pacific Sisters.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Noah Spivak: (un)seen
View these stunning silver works investigating the space between narcissism and self-loathing.
Bark Salon
Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Int. Spaceship – Night
An immersive, text-based role-playing game experience inspired by cinema and ACMI's exhibitions.
Open Air at the Square
As the weather warms up, enjoy accessible, all-ages live music and outdoor cinema at Fed Square.
Asia TOPA: Shadows in Twin Cities
A project which brings together children from Jeonju, Korea and Melbourne, Australia.
More of the best long weekend events
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Melbourne's Night Bites: Evening Food Tour
Taste the best of Melbourne on a progressive dinner showcasing restaurants, bars and bites.
The Nanny Exhibit
An immersive exhibit showcasing the style and flare of the beloved ‘90s sitcom, The Nanny.
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