What's free in Melbourne this month

Enjoy the fun of the Australian Open without the crowds and head to the Hilltop. Unwind on the beanbags for pre-game drinks and watch all the live action on the big screen. Plus, listen out for free pop-up gigs.

We can hardly believe our eyes. A floating tennis court is docking at Afloat for two sun-soaked weeks of fun. Visit the tennis club for a cocktail or join the waitlist to make a booking for a hit on the full-sized court. The Australian Open will be playing on big screens for those who’d rather watch the action while kicking back poolside. 

Celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities with this huge city-wide festival featuring live music, cabaret, exhibitions, parties and more. Kick off the party with the free Midsumma Carnival at Alexandra Gardens. There'll be live music, performances, loads of food trucks, lip sync competitions and even a dog show!

Transport yourself to Latin America with this epic free fiesta. Get ready to try authentic street food and refreshing drinks. We're talking mojitos, churros, paella and more. Love to boogie? There'll be salsa music and dance lessons to keep the party going. Plus there'll be market stalls and loads of kid-friendly activities to keep the whole family entertained.

Ponder the art of time wasting at this exhibition dedicated to distraction and doom-scrolling. Pledge back the time you’ve spent buried in your phone. Then explore weird and wonderful installations. See through the eyes of a cat in Japan. Play custom-built arcade games. Or join one of the workshops and lose yourself in creative flow.