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Essential experiences

Find Melbourne's most iconic summer experiences, from FOMO-worthy outdoor cinema to night markets and laneway pop-ups.

Melbourne’s most romantic date-night restaurants

Enjoy an intimate night out at these cosy city restaurants.

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Where to find the best ice cream in Melbourne

Where to find Melbourne's best gelato, fro-yo, ice cream and more.

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The best new cafes and bakeries in Melbourne

The best new spots for brunch, iced coffee, Japanese treats and more.

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The best Melbourne cafes for iced coffee

Try Vietnamese iced coffee, yuzu spritzes and classic cold brew.

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Where to buy the best summer slides and sandals in Melbourne

Find flatform sandals, vintage designer shoes, Yeezy slides and more.

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GoBoat Melbourne

Be your own captain by renting a picnic boat, with no boat licence required.

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29 Apr - 28 Feb

Flash Forward

Explore 40 city laneways that are being transformed by over 80 creatives.

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Queen Victoria Market

Enjoy all your favourites from this beloved Melbourne landmark with online shopping now available.

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Arbory Afloat Turquoise Coast

Melbourne’s largest outdoor floating bar and restaurant reopens this October.

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12 Nov - 30 Jan

Imaginaria

An interactive dreamlike landscape where imagination meets futuristic play.

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11 Feb - 31 Jan

The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

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16 Jan - 27 Feb

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

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ArtVo

An interactive 3D art gallery with optical illusions that visitors can touch and explore.

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IceBar

Rug up and grab a drink at this whimsical cocktail bar sculpted from over 30 tonnes of ice.

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31 Jul - 19 Feb

Heritage House Tour: Robin Boyd's Walsh Street

Tour the house Robin Boyd designed for his own family in 1957.

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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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17 May - 18 Feb

Dream Factory: GMH Design at Fishermans Bend 1964-2020

This exhibition celebrates the story of GMH design in Melbourne.

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Queens of the Damned: Pirate Dinner Theatre Experience

All hands on deck for the ultimate dinner and show experience.

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Glow Golf

Good old-fashioned mini golf transformed into an amazing glow-in-the-dark-experience.

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30 Apr - 26 Jun

Spectrum: An Exploration of Colour

An exhibition exploring colour in works drawn from the NGV.

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Australian Music Vault

A celebration of Australian contemporary music – past, present and future.

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23 Jul - 26 Feb

Future U

An exhibition exploring what it means to be human during a time of technological acceleration.

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12 Nov - 29 Apr

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

See the Broadway sensation at Melbourne's Regent Theatre.

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12 Nov - 26 Jan

Frozen the Musical

See the much-loved film come to life at Her Majesty's Theatre

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14 Oct - 16 Oct

Dog Lovers Show

Australia’s favourite fur-festival has been rescheduled to 2022.

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FOMO is supported by the Victorian Government.

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Get to the city or get FOMO

There's so much happening in the city over summer, it's enough to give you FOMO.

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Iconic eats

Toast the sunset from the rooftops and dine outdoors at Melbourne's best new spots, or get FOMO.

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New and unmissable

Melbourne’s best new and unmissable bars, restaurants and unique-to-our-city experiences.

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Epic events

From live music and blockbuster theatre to epic exhibitions, see it live or get FOMO.

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