Winter in the city
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Where to enjoy a European-style winter in Melbourne
Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.
Where to find the best hot chocolate in Melbourne
Featuring Parisian-style hot chocolate, winter warmers made with 70 per cent cocoa and more.
Winter festivals and events
Firelight Festival
Epic free winter festival with fire performers, light installations, live music and foodie feasts.
Fondue Chalet
Enjoy a fully immersive fondue experience in your own chalet at this Fed Square pop-up.
Melbourne International Film Festival
Melbourne International Film Festival lights up Melbourne this winter with over 250 titles.
NGV Friday Nights: French Impressionism
Enjoy an after-hours exploration of French Impressionism at NGV International.
Open House Melbourne Weekend
The Open House Melbourne Weekend invites you to explore Melbourne's great examples of good design.
The Finders Keepers Design Market
This much-loved design market returns in July, bringing Australia's best makers together.
Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
Experience the magic of Indian cinema at Australia's most vibrant celebration of Indian culture.
LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition
Step into a world of epic battles, spaceships and landscapes from a galaxy far, far away.
Australian Sake Festival
Offering more than 400 types of sake and other beverages, information sessions, food and more.
RISING: Swingers — The Art of Mini Golf
The art of mini-golf, for anyone who swings outside the lines.
Best winter theatre and shows
Beetlejuice The Musical
The eight-time Tony Award-nominated musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre.
RISING: Hedwig and The Angry Inch
It’s the Broadway smash that took the ‘rock musical’ on a glam-punk bender.
Mother Play
Expansive yet intimate drama charting the personal upheavals of one family starring Sigrid Thornton.
Cirque du Soleil: Corteo
A theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity in a festive parade imagined by a clown.
Asian Comedy Showcase
See Australia's funniest Asian comedians, from TV and radio as well as up-and-coming stars.
Cosy winter spots to eat and drink
Where to find the best Sunday roast in Melbourne
Warm up with a good-old-fashioned roast dinner at these local pubs.
Where to find the best ramen restaurants in Melbourne
Discover secret ramen bars, cult-status broth brewers and iconic foodie spots for ramen.
Best Irish pubs in Melbourne
On the hunt for your next perfectly poured Guinness? Try Melbourne's best Irish pubs.
Melbourne's best winter rooftop bars
Stay cosy at these sky-high bars with heaters, awnings and warming cocktails.
The best dessert lattes in Melbourne
Sweet drinks are taking over the coffee culture of Melbourne, here's our must try list.
Melbourne pubs, bars and restaurants with fireplaces
Cosy up by the fire for a warming winter night out.
The best new pubs in Melbourne
Looking for a new place for your next counter meal? We've got you covered.
Only In The City
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
Uncover secret rooms, historic architecture and iconic landmarks found only in the city.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.