Epic events
Watch movies under the stars and soak up the sounds of summer at outdoor gigs. Meet up for street food and live music at night markets and find free family festivals, only in the city.
Blockbuster events
Live at the Bowl
Enjoy a festival of music, dance, community-led and family-friendly events for everyone.
Malthouse Outdoor Stage
Experience the best of live outdoor entertainment at Malthouse Outdoor Stage.
NGV Friday Nights: Alexander McQueen
Friday nights inspired by '90s London and the exhibition, Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Melbourne lights up with laughs when the Comedy Festival takes over town.
THE LUME Melbourne
Enter the world of Monet and Friends – an epic adventure into French Impressionism.
Must-see theatre
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.
& Juliet
The award-winning musical of the greatest love story ever remixed opens in Melbourne in February.
Mary Poppins
The world’s favourite nanny comes to life in a spectacular and unforgettable production.
Arts and icons
Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.
Alexander McQueen: Mind, Mythos, Muse
The first major Australian exhibition to explore the work of fashion designer Alexander McQueen.
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Iconic eats
Sample street food at markets, toast the sunset from the rooftops and dine at foodie pop-ups.
Essential experiences
Find markets, festivals, laneway street art and iconic arcades, only in the city.