Melbourne's essential night-time events

Melbourne's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.

After dark dessert bars

After dark dessert bars

Discover Melbourne's best cakes, cocktails and sweet treats after the lights go down.

The Drunken Poet

The Drunken Poet

With live Irish music, the Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub - cute, cosy and friendly.

Fossey's Distillery Lygon

Fossey's Distillery Lygon

A boutique distillery and bar in the heart of Carlton.

Things to do in Melbourne at night

Things to do in Melbourne at night

Discover Melbourne’s top nocturnal activities, from moonlight kayaking to game nights.

The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne

The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne

Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.

The ultimate karaoke guide to Melbourne

The ultimate karaoke guide to Melbourne

Book a private booth or take centre stage at Melbourne's best karaoke bars.

The best group catch-up activities in Melbourne

The best group catch-up activities in Melbourne

Planning a Christmas catch up? Play mini golf, experience virtual reality and sing karaoke.

Melbourne's best free date ideas

Melbourne's best free date ideas

Swipe right without maxing your debit card and try these free date ideas

Murmur Piano Bar

Murmur Piano Bar

Follow the sound of a distant piano to discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets.

Ocean 12

Ocean 12

Ride the wave into Ocean 12's rooftop bar and luxurious karaoke rooms.

Your guide to Melbourne's official Koreatown

Your guide to Melbourne's official Koreatown

Travel to South Korea from Melbourne with the best fried chicken, K-BBQ and more.

Heroes

Heroes

Vibrant and lively vertical laneway of private karaoke rooms, open mic karaoke bar and rooftop bar.

Kono Coin Karaoke

Kono Coin Karaoke

Enjoy a karaoke experience at a singing booth.

Marche Board Game Cafe

Marche Board Game Cafe

A wonderland for board gamers and karaoke superstars.

Morris House

Morris House

A four-level drinks, dining and entertainment destination in the heart of the city.

Miscellania

Miscellania

A rooftop bar, performance space and late night social club.

Stars KTV and Lounge

Stars KTV and Lounge

Over 200,000 songs in a number of languages and elegantly designed private karaoke rooms.

The Third Day

The Third Day

A hidden gem in the heart of North Melbourne hosting DJ and dance nights, live music and more.

Party World Karaoke Bar

Party World Karaoke Bar

Conveniently located in the centre of Melbourne with 44 rooms to sing the night away.

Sundowners at Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Sundowners at Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Hyatt Centric Melbourne welcomes buskers of Melbourne into the lobby space every Friday and Saturday

Angel Music Bar

Angel Music Bar

A late night music and dance room at the top end of the city.

Brown Alley

Brown Alley

Hip 24-hour nightspot with eclectic live dance acts and four individual rooms for clubbing.

Jankara Karaoke

Jankara Karaoke

Japanese-style karaoke with songs in various languages and Japanese hot dogs.

Holey Moley Golf Club

Holey Moley Golf Club

Holey Moley offers a mini golf course and bar with 27 themed holes plus a karaoke room.

Fad Gallery

Fad Gallery

An art gallery, music venue and bar in the heart of Chinatown.

Ru-Co Bar

Ru-Co Bar

Luxurious cocktail bar in the Paris end of Collins Street, in the Grand Hyatt Melbourne.

Holey Moley Golf Club

Holey Moley Golf Club

Holey Moley at Crown offers a mini golf course and bar with 18 themed holes.

John Curtin Hotel

John Curtin Hotel

The Curtin prides itself on delivering craft beers, delicious food and incredible live music.

The Toff in Town

The Toff in Town

A boutique bar and bandroom offering late-night cocktails in train carriage booths.

Sassy Italian Restaurant

Sassy Italian Restaurant

Italian-themed Sassy is across from North Melbourne station, with fantastic views of Docklands.

Juke's Karaoke

Juke's Karaoke

Juke's has 10 themed rooms to suit karaoke crews of any size.

Max Watt's

Max Watt's

This basement live music venue has hosted some of rock music's biggest acts.

Spice Market

Spice Market

Lavish bar and nightclub inspired by the ancient spice routes.

The Elephant and Wheelbarrow

The Elephant and Wheelbarrow

Lively British pub serving up traditional favourites, cold beer, and live music.

CQ Bar

CQ Bar

A lounge bar with weekly entertainment and DJs and nightclub offerings on Fridays and Saturdays.

Cherry Bar

Cherry Bar

An iconic laneway bar hosting a lineup of local and international rock'n'roll acts.

Beneath Driver Lane

Beneath Driver Lane

A basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails, French bistro-style bar food with live music.

P.J.O'Brien's Irish Pub

P.J.O'Brien's Irish Pub

An Irish pub in Southbank with live music nightly, open for lunch, dinner, and drinks.

Witches in Britches

Witches in Britches

A lively musical-theatre restaurant with a kitsch Halloween atmosphere.

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Rooftop bars

Rooftop bars

Melbourne has many rooftop bars with spectacular views and pubs with lively beer gardens.

Bars

Bars

Discover Melbourne's wine bars, cocktail lounges and cosy laneway bars.

Restaurants

Restaurants

Melbourne is packed with restaurant options from fine dining to wine bars and casual eateries.

Bottle shops

Bottle shops

From fine wine and craft beer to discount liquor, Melbourne's bottle shops cater to everyone.