There's always a festival going on in Melbourne, whether it's film, comedy, arts, music, food or design. Check out the current events below.

Melbourne Fashion Week

Melbourne Fashion Week

Get ready for a week-long celebration of fashion and creativity as M/FW takes over the city.

The best Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix events in Melbourne

The best Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix events in Melbourne

Map out your perfect Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix weekend in Melbourne.

Christmas in the city

Christmas in the city

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

Guide to Diwali in Melbourne

Guide to Diwali in Melbourne

Find where to celebrate Diwali in Melbourne at these blockbuster festivals and events.

Japanese Film Festival

Japanese Film Festival

Australia’s largest celebration of Japanese cinema returns this spring.

Victorian Seniors Festival
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Victorian Seniors Festival

The Victorian Seniors Festival is back in October, with activities and events across the city.

The best free festivals in Melbourne

The best free festivals in Melbourne

The best free festivals you need to visit in Melbourne this year

RESET: A Free Festival for Greener Living
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RESET: A Free Festival for Greener Living

Slow down, reconnect with nature, and explore sustainability in creative ways this spring.

Fed Square Holi: Festival of Colours

Fed Square Holi: Festival of Colours

Get ready for a vibrant explosion of colours and fun at the Fed Square Holi Festival of Colours!

Where to enjoy a European-style winter in Melbourne

Where to enjoy a European-style winter in Melbourne

Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

Melbourne's best outdoor events

Melbourne's best outdoor events

Take the good times out into the fresh air with alfresco dining, summer events and epic pop-ups.

Melbourne Fringe Festival
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Melbourne Fringe Festival

Experience Melbourne’s biggest celebration of independent arts.

Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Melbourne International Jazz Festival

The biggest line-up ever including international legends alongside extraordinary local talent.

Moomba

Moomba

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

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Martin Grant
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Martin Grant

A major exhibition of work by Australian-born Paris-based fashion designer Martin Grant.

Making Good: Redesigning the Everyday
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Making Good: Redesigning the Everyday

NGV's exhibition brings together the work of more than 50 designers.

Gregory Ladner: Hidden Figures

Gregory Ladner: Hidden Figures

Renowned fashion couturier Gregory Ladner presents his latest body of work, Hidden Figures.

Camouflage
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Camouflage

Step into the world of camouflage and uncover its surprising history.