When is the 2026 Labour Day public holiday in Melbourne?

Next year, the Labour Day public holiday (and long weekend) falls on Monday 9 March 2026.

The best free long weekend events

Moomba

Moomba

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

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House Down Under

House Down Under

Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.

Punting on the Lake
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Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Where to eat and drink on the long weekend

Johnny's Green Room

Johnny's Green Room

A rooftop bar above King & Godfree with great views, tunes and Italian inspired food and drinks.

The Terrace

The Terrace

Enjoy an artful brunch inspired by the European pursuit of pleasure and joy.

Good Heavens

Good Heavens

Rooftop bar on Bourke Street serving fabulous cocktails, craft beer and Australian wine.

Morris House

Morris House

A four-level drinks, dining and entertainment destination in the heart of the city.

Hacienda Melbourne

Hacienda Melbourne

Brash, loud, bold and fun, delivering honest Mexican food and great cocktails.

Grill Americano

Grill Americano

Offering Italian classics with signature Chris Lucas spin in sophisticated surrounds.

Hotel Nacional

Hotel Nacional

An entirely gluten-free Mexican-inspired rooftop bar and restaurant.

Afloat Capri

Afloat Capri

Melbourne's favourite floating bar and restaurant returns as Afloat Capri.

Roslyn Thai Cafe

Roslyn Thai Cafe

Homey Thai breakfasts, street snacks and chiffon cake in West Melbourne.

Maha

Maha

This opulent, award-winning restaurant brings Middle Eastern flavours to modern fine dining.

Chin Chin

Chin Chin

A fast-paced hawker-style dining sensation serving Thai-inspired food.

Section 8 Bar

Section 8 Bar

A funky outdoor bar with drinks served from a converted shipping container.

Last updated on Tue 11 Mar 2025

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Open the door to Robin Boyd’s iconic Walsh Street residence after-hours for Autumn Sunset Cocktails.

 Back to the 80s Showboat Cruise
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Get out the neons, slap on the leg warmers and get ready to cruise back in time.

Hawker 88 Night Market

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Hawker 88 Night Market brings the tastes, sounds and sights of Asia to Queen Victoria Market.

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Celebrate Melbourne’s Koreatown opening with a Jang-seung totem pole unveiling!