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7 things Melburnians will do even if it's raining

From AFL games and night markets to winter festivals and theatre shows.

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The best places for high tea in Melbourne

Where to find fancy high tea, dessert high tea, gluten free high tea and more.

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The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide

Concert halls and music venues hosting live music this week

Melbourne for free

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Free Guided Walk

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

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Melbourne Design Week: Panel Discussion with Swee Lim

A talk exploring how past styles shape contemporary art and creative reinvention.

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A Family Gathering: Asian Heritage Week Exhibition

A group art exhibition celebrating Asian Heritage Week, featuring artists across the Asian diaspora.

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A velvet ant, a flower and a bird

Step into a garden of knowledge anchored by three familiar figures from nature.

Entertainment

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Waitress The Musical

The irresistible Broadway hit about resilience, friendship and hope.

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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

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AFL Round 11: Richmond v Essendon

Come along to Dreamtime at the 'G on Friday night to celebrate Indigenous culture and history.

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Matinees at ACMI Cinemas

Celebrate cinema at a sensible hour with ACMI's thoughtfully curated line-up of films.

Only In The City

Winter Only in the City - Checkout the cold list

Family and kids

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Japanese Storytime

Visit City Library for immersive Japanese language storytime.

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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

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Melbourne Paint Lab Art Workshop

At Melbourne Paint Lab you can splash, splatter and drip paint to unleash your inner artist.

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Stompers

Enjoy fun stories, songs, rhymes and activities at Kathleen Syme Library every Monday.

Melbourne walks and tours

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Arts Centre Melbourne Tours

Explore the rich heritage and striking architecture of Victoria’s performing arts icon.

The Priscilla Queen of the Desert bus model from the Australian Performing Arts Collection, which is part of the Arts Centre Melbourne archive.
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Collection Store Tours

Experience unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the Australian Performing Arts Collection.

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Badass Women of Melbourne: Women's History Walking Tour

Take a guided walk to uncover the hidden stories of everyday women who shaped Melbourne.

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Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Wominjeka: journey into Melbourne Gardens with an Aboriginal guide.

Coming soon

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RISING: Melbourne

A festival of new art, music and performance in the heart of Naarm/Melbourne each winter.

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Lightscape

Melbourne's favourite winter tradition Lightscape returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

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Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: CARTIER

Featuring nearly 400 extraordinary jewellery objects, alongside rare archival materials.

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Firelight Festival

Melbourne’s epic winter festival returns to Docklands for three fiery nights.

Discover more

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What's on this weekend in Melbourne

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

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What's on this week in Melbourne

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

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Major events

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

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Attractions and sights

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