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What's free in Melbourne this month
Gone a bit too hard on the wallet lately? These awesome events, pop-ups and exhibitions will let you have a fabulous time without spending a cent.
Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market
18 Jul - 31 Dec
Peruse rows of treats and treasures at this beloved Southbank spot. Boasting a mammoth 24 stalls, this is a Melbourne institution on the edge of the CBD. From silk scarves to gourmet goodies, everything is handmade by local artisans.
See new laneway projections
2 Aug - 11 Oct
Make your way to Platypus Alley for an eerie projection adventure. This little laneway is bathed in red light after dark, with towering figures appearing as black silhouettes before your eyes. Created by Yandell Walton for Flash Forward, 'End Passage' will be lighting up the night until September.
Docklands Community Craft and Farmers Market
14 Mar - 26 Sep
Catch up over coffee and freshly-baked pastries as you wander the craft stalls. Stock up on local produce and soak up the city views. Second and fourth Sunday of every month at Newquay Promenade.
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5 Aug - 23 Dec
Calm in the City Morning Meditation
Free morning mindfulness and meditation sessions at Fed Square.
8 Jul - 27 Sep
CoLab Arts in the Park
A series of exhibitions and workshops in the Fitzroy Gardens.
29 Apr - 31 Oct
Flash Forward
Explore 40 city laneways that are being transformed by over 80 creatives.
Last updated on Wed 11 Aug 2021
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30 Sep - 17 Oct
Melbourne Fringe Festival
The Fringe returns in 2021 with boundary-pushing and formidably fabulous art.
26 Oct - 7 Nov
Hannah Gadsby: Body Of Work
A brand new stand up show from the mesmerising Hannah Gadsby.
23 Nov - 12 Dec
Friends! The Musical Parody
Celebrate the misadventures of our favourite 20-something pals in life, work and love in 1990s NYC.
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