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New and unmissable

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

8 Jan - 30 Apr

Live at the Bowl

Spend summer days and autumn nights revelling in Australia's best acts.

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30 Jan - 2 May

Embla Rooftop Bar and Cinema

Watch a movie after sunset on a Melbourne rooftop.

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2 Feb - 23 May

Imaginaria

An interactive dreamlike landscape where imagination meets futuristic play.

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12 Dec - 14 Jun

Gung: Create, Make, Do, Love

A stunning new exhibition by Wergaia/Wemba Wemba artist Kelly Koumalatsos.

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West Side Place Artcade

West Side Place Artcade is a public art collection celebrating the vibrancy of art and the city.

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23 Mar - 26 Jun

Because the Night

An immersive theatre adventure of epic storytelling.

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4 Jan - 31 Dec

Becoming You: An incomplete Guide

An exhibition of Australian coming-of-age stories.

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25 Feb - 3 Oct

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The award-winning production playing exclusively in Melbourne.

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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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11 Jan - 31 Dec

Worlds Immersive at Melbourne Museum

Art and science collide with mesmerising imagery and soundscapes in this 5-minute film.

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Beekeeper Parade

Fashion and textile waste upcycled into stylish accessories.

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Bijou Bottle Store & Bar

A bottle store and bar with a large selection of boutique wine and spirits.

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Chancery Lane

Reimagining timeless charm this European style bistro is suited for any occasion.

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Farmer's Daughters

A three-storey farm-to-table venue from Alejandro Saravia, celebrating the Gippsland region.

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INDU

A celebration of Southern Indian and Sri Lankan village culture, flavours and hospitality.

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Lollo Melbourne

Experience a menu of remixed classics sitting alongside bold innovations.

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Curious

Curious pairs bold concoctions with a menu of small bites and sharing plates.

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Mejico

Bringing Mexican flavours, fun and more than 260 different tequilas to the table.

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Piccolina Gelateria

Enjoy pure and authentic Italian gelato from Piccolina's Hardware Lane shop.

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Ponyfish Island

Floating bar on the Yarra River under the Southbank pedestrian bridge.

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StoryVille

StoryVille bar and nightclub honours the childhood fables and fairytales we all know and love.

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Tres a Cinco

A laneway cantina and bar serving authentic Mexican food and cocktails.

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Yarra Kitchen & Bar

A pop-up outdoor dining space on the water's edge in Southbank.

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THE LUME Melbourne

Immerse yourself in the work of Van Gogh at Australia's digital art gallery.

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ArtVo

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

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The Rooftop at QT

Stylish rooftop bar above the designer QT hotel offering spectacular views of the city.

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5 May - 9 May

Bighouse Dreaming

A multi-award winning work from Arrernte writer-performer Declan Furber Gillick.

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9 May - 14 May

Ngarngk: Giver of Life

A play about the fight for the Tannin women's connection to country, culture and kin.

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6 May - 16 May

YIRRAMBOI Festival

Australia’s premier First Nations arts and cultural festival.

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Iconic experiences

From rooftop cinemas to laneway bars, here's our guide to Melbourne’s most iconic experiences.

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