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Melbourne's best blockbuster events

Melbourne's best blockbuster events

The best major events on in Melbourne this year.

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

Explore Melbourne's iconic markets this season.

Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne

Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne

Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

Winter festivals and events

Winter Night Market

Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market returns to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.

Fondue Chalet
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Fondue Chalet

Enjoy a fully immersive fondue experience in your own chalet at this Fed Square pop-up.

RISING

RISING

Get ready for 12 days of new art, music, and performance in Naarm/Melbourne.

Lightscape

Lightscape

New sights. New sounds. A whole new journey.

Melbourne Donut Festival

Melbourne Donut Festival

Indulge in a weekend of sugary goodness at the Queen Vic Market.

Australian Sake Festival

Australian Sake Festival

Offering more than 400 types of sake and other beverages, information sessions, food and more.

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Experience the magic of Indian cinema at Australia's most vibrant celebration of Indian culture.

PicklePalooza

PicklePalooza

Free pickleball festival with games, clinics, food, music and fun for all ages.

Market Brunch

Market Brunch

A monthly food market featuring some of Melbourne’s most creative food makers.

Creative Society Markets
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Creative Society Markets

A new monthly market held in The Atrium at Fed Square.

The Sunday Market at Southgate
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The Sunday Market at Southgate

After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.

Makers' Market
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Makers' Market

Find gifts of original art, handmade crafts, photos and dog items at this special market.

Arts Fun Festival

Arts Fun Festival

Enjoy a family-friendly day of art, music, performances and workshops.

The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala Show

The Melbourne Magic Festival Close Up Magic Gala Show

The annual celebration of the art of close-up magic returns.

Best winter theatre and shows

Beetlejuice The Musical
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Beetlejuice The Musical

The eight-time Tony Award-nominated musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre.

Jesus Christ Superstar
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Jesus Christ Superstar

Experience a revived production of this iconic and unmissable musical.

Hadestown
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Hadestown

Two legendary love stories, one unforgettable journey.

Footloose: The Musical
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Footloose: The Musical

This smash-hit musical will leave you on your feet and cheering for more.

RISING: Hamlet

RISING: Hamlet

A fresh, neurodiverse take on Hamlet, with a life-affirming twist.

RISING: Hedwig and The Angry Inch

RISING: Hedwig and The Angry Inch

It’s the Broadway smash that took the ‘rock musical’ on a glam-punk bender.

Annie

Annie

A little hero for a big tomorrow.

Coriolanus

Coriolanus

Bell Shakespeare presents one of Shakespeare's most exhilarating works.

Mother Play

Mother Play

Expansive yet intimate drama charting the personal upheavals of one family starring Sigrid Thornton.

Only In The City

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Melbourne’s secret gardens and green spaces

Take a break from indoors with a stroll through these city-side parks.

Things you can only see in the city

Things you can only see in the city

Uncover secret rooms, historic architecture and iconic landmarks found only in the city.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.