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The best free festivals in Melbourne

The best free festivals in Melbourne

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

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

The best free museums and art galleries in Melbourne

Explore world-class museums, edgy artist-run spaces and blockbuster exhibitions for free.

Ash Keating: New Paintings
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Ash Keating: New Paintings

An exhibition of dynamic, layered compositions that bring colour and movement to life.

National Sustainability Festival
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National Sustainability Festival

Showcasing sustainability and climate thought leaders.

Sci-Fi: Mythologies Transformed
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Sci-Fi: Mythologies Transformed

This exhibition highlights science fiction’s connection to ancient philosophy and mythologies.

Laugh Lab at La La Land
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Laugh Lab at La La Land

Come watch Melbourne's finest up and coming comedians perform in the cosiest cocktail bar in town.

Comedy(ish): Festival Sneak Peaks
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Comedy(ish): Festival Sneak Peaks

Just before the Comedy Festival, comedians test out their freshest material in these lineup shows.

KAGAMI
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KAGAMI

A uniquely intimate, elegiac gift to reconnect with Sakamoto’s genius.

Tiny, Fluffy, Sweet
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Tiny, Fluffy, Sweet

Ultra-cute content steals the spotlight in this endearing new performance premiere.

The Best Films You've Never Seen: Seven Samurai

The Best Films You've Never Seen: Seven Samurai

The series returns with Akira Kurosawa’s watershed epic Seven Samurai.

Only In The City

Rooftop at QT

Rooftop at QT

A rooftop bar where you can indulge in afternoons filled with tunes to nights under city lights.

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.

The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne

The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne

Steamed, fried, baked or boiled – there’s no such thing as a bad dumpling.

Antopia
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Antopia

Shrink down to enter the fascinating world of ants in a new interactive digital exhibition.

Kusama for Kids
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Kusama for Kids

Children and families can enjoy NGV's Kusama for Kids, a free interactive installation.

Rain
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Rain

An intimate and interactive installation for you to experience together with your family.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

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

Mystery Basement Bar Hop
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Mystery Basement Bar Hop

Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.

Walsh Street Guided Tour
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Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

Punting on the Lake
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Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Government House Garden Tour
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Government House Garden Tour

Take a morning or twilight tour of the Government House gardens.

Nepal Festival Melbourne

Nepal Festival Melbourne

Celebrate Nepali culture at Federation Square.

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

It’s time to hit the city and taste the flavour.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Get ready to giggle at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!

Holi Festival Melbourne

Holi Festival Melbourne

Enjoy the Holi Festival of Colours and be immersed in culture, music, dance, food and drinks.

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What's on this weekend in Melbourne

What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

What's on this week in Melbourne

What's on this week in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.

Major events

Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

Attractions and sights

Attractions and sights

Explore Melbourne's attractions, from laneways and street art to lush parks and grand galleries.