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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 hotels for your staycation in Melbourne

The ultimate holiday destination is right on your doorstep.

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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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Afrocan Days

Enjoy music, dance and a BBQ, with all ages welcome.

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Winter Market

Join in a welcoming winter celebration filled with food, entertainment and community spirit.

Outdoor market with tented stalls, strolling marketgoers, bare winter trees and city buildings.

The Lygon Street Market

A monthly open-air market held on the first Sunday of each month.

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RISING: Furby Chorus and FRIENDs

Domestic robots gather to converse through synchronistic movement for the Australian Dance Biennale.

Entertainment

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Long Weekend Laughs

Some of Australian comedy's biggest names come together to raise money for DEBRA Australia.

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Melbourne Oz Comic-Con

A celebration of fandom, film, television, gaming, cosplay and creativity.

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La La Land in Concert

Enjoy a 10th anniversary screening of the film with a full live orchestra.

A large group of dancers from the Royal Family Dance Crew, in white tops and red pants perform a high-energy routine on a dark stage with dramatic lighting.

RISING: Defend The Throne – The Royal Family Dance Crew

Polyswagg dance royalty showcase their most iconic moves at RISING.

Only In The City

Winter Only in the City - Checkout the cold list

Family and kids

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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.

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Auslan Storytime

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

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Dino Days

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

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Now or Never

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

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.

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.

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Attractions and sights

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