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The sun setting through the main entrance of Flinders Street Station.

Things in Melbourne that are just better in winter

When the weather gets cold we embrace Sunday roasts, big wool coats, cosy cafes and indoor gigs.

Crowds milling around the Vic Market sheds at sunset.

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

Explore Melbourne's iconic markets.

The exterior of a city theatre lit up pink at night.

The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.

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The organ pipes inside St Paul's Cathedral, with a circular stained glass window on the rear wall behind the organ.

RISING: Voiceless Mass

A Pulitzer Prize-winning composition in St Paul’s reckons with history, power and silenced voices.

A dark image of a comedian on stage in a black hoodie and pants.
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Mirage Comedy

Laugh for free in a night of no-holds-barred comedy, featuring pros and up-and-comers.

Artworks of Australian landscapes hanging on a grey wall with the back of two women looking at them.
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Six Artists: Seven Days

A new art exhibition by six Australian artists at Sofitel Melbourne On Collins.

Red-lit dance crowd on a crowded dance floor.
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Hartbeats Live Jazz

Live jazz, DJs and deep grooves every Sunday till late at Whitehart Lane.

Entertainment

French pianist, Lucas Debargue, reclining back in a chair, wearing glasses, a beige jacket, maroon knitted jumper and an olive green scarf.

Live at Toorak: Lucas Debargue

French pianist, Lucas Debargue, shares a programme of shimmering colour and brilliance.

The interior of State Library Victoria's iconic Domed Reading Room during a nighttime event.

Library Up Late x RISING

Immerse yourself in a night dedicated to inspiration and imagination at State Library Victoria.

An ancient Roman marble bust with its nose chipped off, displayed on a small square plinth.
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Rome: Empire, Power, People

This Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Ancient Rome.

Actor Sarah Ruhl posing with her hand on her face and looking blankly ahead in a dark navy room.
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Eurydice

A luminous, poetic reimagining of the Greek myth, directed by multi-award-winner Gary Abrahams

Only In The City

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Family and kids

A plate of fluffy pancakes with ice-cream and chocolate over the top.
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Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

Play School exhibition with signature teddy and toys.
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Play School: Come and Play

A hands-on, playful exhibition where families can discover how the beloved TV show comes to life.

Group of children seated on the floor while adults look on.
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Auslan Storytime

Bringing stories to life through visual language and movement, 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.

Young children and their parents listening to a story book being read aloud in a colourful environment with large dinosaur cutouts.
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Dino Days

Young dinosaur enthusiasts, aged 3-5 years, are invited to explore all things dinosaur.

Melbourne walks and tours

Four people on a tour of Arts Centre Melbourne, seated in a foyer, with a large mural behind them.
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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.

A tour guide talking to people in the Carlton Gardens, autumn leaves on the grass, the Royal Exhibition Building just visible in the background.
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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.

People looking up at the trees on a guided walk in the Royal Botanic Gardens.
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Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Wominjeka: journey into Melbourne Gardens with an Aboriginal guide.

Coming soon

A nighttime photo of a path in a park, illuminated by vibrant orange, green, and pink light beams and strings creating an immersive light installation; part of Lightscape at Royal Botanic Gardens.
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Lightscape

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

An exquisite Cartier diamond tiara, suspended against a black background.
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Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: CARTIER

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

Large lettering saying FIRELIGHT above a stage at the Firelight Festival with two large flames shooting into the air at either end.
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Firelight Festival

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

The red-lit interior of the Royal Exhibition Building, with people seated on the plastic-covered floor.
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Now or Never

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

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The NGV and Arts Centre lit up on a winter night.

What's on this weekend in Melbourne

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

The city reflecting colourful lights over the river at night.

What's on this week in Melbourne

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

A night tennis match at Rod Laver Arena.

Major events

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

Man and woman taking a photo of the CBD while standing on a bridge over the Yarra River.

Attractions and sights

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