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A photo of pop star, Ed Sheeran, wearing a pale blue blazer and a white t-shirt.
28 Feb

Ed Sheeran Lookalike Contest

  • Free
  • Music

Melbourne's Ed-Era is here and the hunt for his best Doppelgänger has begun.

Whether you're a redhead or an Ed-head, it's all about the shape of you.

It's free to enter and all are welcome. Vibes count. You don't have to be flawless, just Ed-level perfect, to be the crowned winner and score a $500 Gift Card prize.

There will be a DJ and a live musician, and in honour of the pint-loving Ed, Gingers can get can their hands on happy hour deals at Urban Alley during the contest and on concert days.

Register online and meet under the Melbourne Star for the unofficial search for Australia's 'perfect' Ed!

Hours

Date Times
Sat 28 Feb
  • 4pm - 5pm 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Location

Under the Melbourne Star
The District Docklands
440 Docklands Dr
3008

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Price and bookings

This is a free event

Booking not required

Book online for Ed Sheeran Lookalike Contest

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9977 5842
  • email address: miriam@arize.com.au
  • Visit website for Ed Sheeran Lookalike Contest

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  • Accessible toilets
  • Mobility access

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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