As a foodie town, Melbourne always has a culinary event on the boil. Choose from food festivals, wine tastings, celebrity chef visits and cooking classes.

3 Sep

The Beer Experience: With Hard Road Brewing

Enjoy six craft beers matched to a six-course lunch.

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Melbourne's best blockbuster events

The best major events on in Melbourne this year.

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13 Aug

Private Cellar Lunch: Cabernet vs Merlot

Join sommelier Antony Anderson for this unique back-vintage wine extravaganza.

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28 Aug

Chocolate and Wine: Matching with Only Mine Chocolatiers

Join head chef Sigrid de Castella to enjoy truffles matched to wines.

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21 May - 21 Sep

Igloo Wonderland at The Wharf Hotel

Cosy up beneath a sky of twinkling fairy lights on the banks of the Yarra.

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26 Feb - 10 Sep

Thai Cooking Master Class: Pad Thai and Green Papaya Salad

Learn the secrets to cooking these two classic Thai dishes.

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27 Sep - 30 Sep

Melbourne International Coffee Expo

Asia Pacific's largest dedicated coffee event returns in 2022.

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8 Oct

Fermented Foods for Good Gut Health

Learn about the benefits of fermented food while making sauerkraut and kimchi.

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3 Aug - 14 Aug

Tom Sarafian Residency at Cumulus Inc

Tom Sarafian returns to the Cumulus Inc. kitchen.

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3 Nov

Oaks Day Cocktail Cruise

Cruise to Flemington in the most enjoyable way on Oaks Day.

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22 May - 18 Sep

Sunday Dinner Cruise

A dinner you'll never forget onboard the Spirit of Melbourne.

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23 Sep - 31 Oct

Mad Hatters Tea Party

Fall down the rabbit hole at StoryVille.

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13 Mar - 27 Nov

Bottomless Brunch Afloat

Enjoy a two-hour bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River.

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19 Mar - 17 Sep

Romance and Glamour, Migrants and Mavericks.

Explore the history of Italian food on a walk around Melbourne with Dr Tania Cammarano.

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10 Sep - 11 Sep

Malaysia Hawker Festival

Enjoy a Malaysian hawker style market, mooncakes and brand new imported durians.

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25 Aug

Bonehead & Bakery Hill: Festival of Smoke

Celebrate all things smoky with food, beer, whisky and cocktails.

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5 May - 29 Dec

Melbourne Foodie Culture Tour

This walking tour introduces you to Melbourne's favourite foods, architecture and stories.

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8 May - 28 Aug

Botanical Wonderland High Tea

Enjoy an edible botanical inspired High Tea at the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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11 Dec

Vegan Market

Held at The Edge and offering vegan, upcycled and ethical products.

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13 Aug

William Angliss Institute Open Day

An open day for those with an interest in the foods, hospitality, tourism and events industries.

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27 Aug

Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony

Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony led by Harumi Oshitani.

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7 Jan - 17 Dec

Queen Vic Market Ultimate Foodie Tour

A fascinating guided walking tour of the city's iconic market.

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8 Oct

Vegetarian Mediterranean Cooking

Join presenter Arzu Yilmaz and taste something different, simple and healthy.

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18 Aug

Makan Restaurant: Esca Khoo and Tasia & Gracia Seger

Esca Khoo and Tasia & Gracia Seger presents a culinary journey through the Indonesian Archipelagos.

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10 Aug - 31 Aug

Chocolate Painting Workshops

Painting workshops that will appeal to all senses.

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21 Jul - 27 Oct

Tipple and Tints

Learn to paint while sipping on cocktails with guest street artist Bronik.

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1 Nov

Melbourne Cup Day Cruise

Cruise to Flemington in the most enjoyable way on Melbourne Cup Day.

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16 Nov

The Three Tenors

An amazing, interactive dining experience of opera, food and wine.

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10 Sep

Make Your Own Jams and Chutneys

Learn the basics of preserving, starting from scratch.

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16 Aug

An Evening of Food and Film with MIFF

See the film Blaze and enjoy a dinner at Cumulus Inc.

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1 Oct

Hawthorn Football Club: Best and Fairest Award

Be there as the Peter Crimmins Medal is awarded for 2022.

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Shop the City

Shop exclusive offers and discounts at the city’s iconic malls, centres and laneways.

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17 Jun - 25 Nov

Carlton Aperitivo Tour

Indulge in the much-loved aperitivo tradition on a tour of Melbourne's 'Little Italy'.

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31 Aug

Starward Whisky Supper

Indulge in a three-course dinner with matched Starward whisky.

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25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch Cruise

Celebrate Christmas in comfort this year on a three-hour lunch cruise.

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22 Oct

Sourdough 101

Everything you need to know to start baking sourdough bread.

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3 Mar - 31 Dec

Hidden Bars of Melbourne Walking and Drinking Tour

Discover cocktail bars, repurposed venues, shipping container bars and speakeasies.

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29 Apr - 31 Aug

Drinking History Tours

Award-winning experiences of Melbourne’s secret laneways, colourful history and hidden bars.

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15 Jun - 19 Oct

Old and Rare Wine Tastings

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with a sommelier.

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29 Oct

Derby Day Cruise

Cruise to Flemington Racecourse in the most enjoyable and relaxing way on Derby Day.

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Everything you can do right now to rediscover Melbourne

Reignite your passion for the city with these action-packed guides.

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10 Sep - 11 Sep

Asian Fun Festival

Showcasing the best of Asian culture with delicious food, games, market stalls and more.

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24 Apr - 18 Dec

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

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Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne

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

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