Festivals

There's always a festival going on in Melbourne, whether it's film, comedy, arts, music, food or design. Check out the current events below.

Melbourne International Film Festival lights up Melbourne this winter with over 250 titles.

Arts, ideas, sound, technology; a festival of new dimensions for Melbourne/Narrm.

Map out your perfect Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix weekend in Melbourne.

Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.

The best things to do over the Easter holidays.

The Moon Festival at Queen Victoria Market celebrates culture, food, and family fun.

The best free festivals you need to visit in Melbourne this year

Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

Take the good times out into the fresh air with alfresco dining, summer events and epic pop-ups.

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

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13 artists from five countries explore and amplify sensitivity through art.

A major exhibition of work by Australian-born Paris-based fashion designer Martin Grant.

An exhibition celebrating the year's best political cartoons.

NGV's exhibition brings together the work of more than 50 designers.