Melbourne's essential night-time events
From hidden laneway markets to winter wonderlands, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.
After dark dessert bars
Discover Melbourne's best cakes, cocktails and sweet treats after the lights go down.
Your guide to Melbourne's unofficial Koreatown
Travel to South Korea from Melbourne with the best fried chicken, K-BBQ and more.
How to visit Korea in Melbourne
The best K-pop stores, Korean cafes, BBQ restaurants and streetwear stores in Melbourne.
The Drunken Poet
With live Irish music, the Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub - cute, cosy and friendly.
The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne
Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.
Melbourne's best free date ideas
Swipe right without swiping your debit card and check out our favourite free date ideas.
Murmur Piano Bar
Follow the sound of a distant piano to discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets.
The best group catch-up activities in Melbourne
Planning a group catch up? Play mini golf, experience virtual reality and sing karaoke.
B Lucky & Sons
Cocktails, pizzas and video games make for a pretty entertaining night in this city bar.
Stars KTV and Lounge
Over 200,000 songs in a number of languages and elegantly designed private karaoke rooms.
The Third Day
A hidden gem in the heart of North Melbourne hosting DJ and dance nights, live music and more.
Ms Collins
A multi-level dining and entertainment venue, featuring regular club nights and a whisky boutique.
Party World Karaoke Bar
Conveniently located in the centre of Melbourne with 44 rooms to sing the night away.
Sundowners at Hyatt Centric Melbourne
Hyatt Centric Melbourne welcomes buskers of Melbourne into the lobby space every Friday and Saturday
Brown Alley
Hip 24-hour nightspot with eclectic live dance acts and four individual rooms for clubbing.
House of Maximon
An afterlife-themed bar featuring late-night Latin dancing, tequila, and cocktails.
Holey Moley Golf Club
Holey Moley offers a mini golf course and bar with 27 themed holes plus a karaoke room.
Tramp Bar
Melbourne’s notorious basement bar, where an after work cocktail can extend into a morning dance.
The Elephant and Wheelbarrow
Lively British pub serving up traditional favourites, cold beer, and live music.
CQ Bar
A lounge bar with weekly entertainment and DJs and nightclub offerings on Fridays and Saturdays.
Melbourne's best after dark activities
Discover Melbourne’s top nocturnal activities, from moonlight kayaking to game nights.
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Rooftop bars
Melbourne has many rooftop bars with spectacular views and pubs with lively beer gardens.
Restaurants
Melbourne is packed with restaurant options from fine dining to wine bars and casual eateries.
Bottle shops
From fine wine and craft beer to discount liquor, Melbourne's bottle shops cater to everyone.