Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch

Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch

A long lunch celebrating the Yarra and King Valleys, with food, wine and stories.

Burlesque Life Drawing
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Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

Emerging Writers' Festival: Program Launch

Emerging Writers' Festival: Program Launch

Join Emerging Writers’ Festival as they celebrate the official launch of their 22nd year.

Saxophone Mega Day

Saxophone Mega Day

Saxophone players of all ages are invited to spend a day at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.

Wattle Walk

Wattle Walk

A guided walk at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne for National Wattle Day.

Forest Therapy
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Forest Therapy

Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.

Consuming Culture

Consuming Culture

Join an expert panel for a lively chat through the what and the why of pop culture right now.

The Future of Space

The Future of Space

What kind of civilisation are we taking into space?

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

Decoupage Workshop

Decoupage Workshop

Transform everyday items into unique, personalised creations using decoupage.

Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations

Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations

Create and decorate your own pressed tin ornaments in this fun workshop.

Poetry and the Metaphysical 'I'

Poetry and the Metaphysical 'I'

A workshop that will help you open space for invention, deepen emotion and question the poetic ‘I’.

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops
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Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

Melissa Leong: Guts

Melissa Leong: Guts

Former judge of MasterChef discusses her new memoir of food, fame and the dark side of hospitality.

Zine Construction Instruction

Zine Construction Instruction

Learn to make zines in different formats and turn pages into booklets.

No One To Talk To: The Decline of Conversation

No One To Talk To: The Decline of Conversation

Awarding-winning author Ian Williams examines the contradictions that threaten open conversation.

 Learn to Cook Thai – Aqua Series: Infinity Blue Barramundi

Learn to Cook Thai – Aqua Series: Infinity Blue Barramundi

A hands-on cooking experience celebrating premium Australian seafood with bold Thai flair.

Jazz and Improvisation Mega Day

Jazz and Improvisation Mega Day

Instrumentalists and vocalists of all ages and abilities are invited to take over the MCM.

Let’s Sketch Gardens House Workshop

Let’s Sketch Gardens House Workshop

Sketch the Royal Botanic Gardens' Gardens House at this workshop with Suzanne Hood.

Digital Art Class: Instruments of Discovery

Digital Art Class: Instruments of Discovery

Create a digital drawing of the museum's collection.

MCM Guitar Festival

MCM Guitar Festival

Guitarists of all abilities are invited to spend a day at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

Father's Day Stompers

Father's Day Stompers

Celebrate your loved ones at this special Father's Day Stompers.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Writing Through Grief Workshop with Amanda Anastasi

Explore the therapeutic power of writing in helping to process grief and loss.

Public Talk: Shining a Light on Dark Matter

Public Talk: Shining a Light on Dark Matter

Hear a free public talk by Dr Ben McAllister during National Science Week.

Laneway Learning’s Big Craft Destash

Laneway Learning’s Big Craft Destash

Pick up a new craft, and give an old project a second chance all while supporting Laneway Learning.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Blak Ink: No Apologies

Join an inspiring, incredible night, challenging colonial norms through the lens of theatre.

Jay Kristoff: Empire of the Dawn

Jay Kristoff: Empire of the Dawn

Jay Kristoff unveils the conclusion to his bestselling dark fantasy series Empire of the Vampire.

Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad
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Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.

NGV Masterclasses: French Impressionism

NGV Masterclasses: French Impressionism

Enjoy a masterclasses on French Impressionism, refreshments and exclusive access to the exhibition.

Convict Dandies in Colonial Australia

Convict Dandies in Colonial Australia

Explore how the idea and image of the dandy were reimagined in the colonial context.

Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony
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Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.

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Australian Bonsai Workshop

Australian Bonsai Workshop

Learn the art of bonsai using Australian native plants in this workshop.

Floral Vibrancy in Watercolour Workshop

Floral Vibrancy in Watercolour Workshop

A watercolour painting workshop with artist Sally Cant.

Science Festival

Science Festival

A series of free events to celebrate National Science Week

The Wonders of Ancient Kythnos

The Wonders of Ancient Kythnos

Discover the best Greek island you have never heard of.