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  • A busker performing in the street playing an electric guitar with his head facing downwards looking at the instrument.
  • A busker performing in the street playing an electric guitar with his head of long hair tilted backwards and face expressing pain.
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Until 18 Nov

Bourke Street Mall Busking

  • Free
  • Family and kids

Visit the city's musical busking centre at the Bourke Street Mall.

Wed 11 Nov
11am-11:02am: RSL Victoria’s annual Remembrance Day Activity, the CBD Bugle Activation. The Last Post played, then the traditional one minute’s silence, with buglers then playing the Rouse to close.

10am-2pm: Adam, Mike
2pm-6pm: Jai Lee, Andy Remind, John Curran

Thurs 12 Nov
10am-2pm: JWittit, Mike
2pm-6pm: John Curran, Shirina, Tiago Prince

Fri 13 Nov
10am-2pm: Chris Wright, Andy Remind, Mike
2pm-6pm: Flynn Gurry, Tiago Prince, John Curran

Sat 14 Nov
10am-2pm: Ishan, Mike, Andy Remind
2pm-6pm: Konstantin, Umbra Moon

Sun 15 Nov
10am-2pm: Shirina, Perpetual Strings, Mike, Chris Wright
2pm-6pm: Flynn Gurry, Tiago Prince, Umbra Moon

Mon 16 Nov
10am-2pm: John Crosbie, Adam Seidel, Mike
2pm-6pm: John Crosbie, Andy Remind, John Curran

Tue 17 Nov
10am-2pm: Adam Seidel, Mike
2pm-6pm: Andy Remind, JWittit

Wed 18 Nov
10am-2pm:
2pm-6pm: Konstantin, John Curran

Hours

Date Times
Thu 12 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Fri 13 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sat 14 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sun 15 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Mon 16 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Tue 17 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm
Wed 18 Nov
  • 10am - 6pm 10:00am - 6:00pm

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Bourke Street Mall
Melbourne 3000

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This is a free event

Booking not required

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  • telephone number: 03 9658 9658
  • email address: enquiries@melbourne.vic.gov.au
  • Visit website for Bourke Street Mall Busking

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Christmas things to do

The city’s wrapped and ready with magical moments, twinkling lights and festive fun.

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Christmas eat and drink

Savour the city’s festive flavours with rooftop bars and menus made for merry moments.

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Christmas shopping

Start ticking off your list in the city’s iconic laneways, arcades and malls.

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19 – 23 Dec

Mr Fantastico's Christmas Rooftop Carnival

Free Christmas fun with live performances, Santa activities and creative workshops.

  • Free
  • Family and kids
Santa Claus waving alongside a smiling green Christmas elf in front of a decorated Christmas tree with white and gold ornaments.
24 – 25 Nov

Santa Photography at Collins Square

Step into the Christmas Village and capture a photo with Santa for a little festive magic.

  • Free
  • Family and kids
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23 – 24 Dec

Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight

A cherished tradition featuring live performances on Christmas Eve.

  • Family and kids
  • Music
Performers dressed as Christmas elves in red and green festive costumes with pointed ears during a holiday stage production or interactive experience.
27 Nov – 20 Dec

The Lucky Door: A Merry Kidsmas

Merry Kidsmas is an immersive Christmas experience created especially for children and families.

  • Family and kids
  • Comedy
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