Festivals
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.
Open House Melbourne Weekend
The Open House Melbourne Weekend invites you to explore Melbourne's great examples of good design.
The best Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix events in Melbourne
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Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra
Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.
What's free and what's open on the Easter long weekend
The best things to do over the Easter holidays.
The best free festivals in Melbourne
The best free festivals you need to visit in Melbourne this year
Melbourne's best outdoor events
Take the good times out into the fresh air with alfresco dining, summer events and epic pop-ups.
Q-Lit Festival: Opening Gala
A gala of queer words, voices, and stories that are changing the world.
Christmas in the city
See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.
Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne
Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.
RISING: Blockbuster
The Land of the Five Rivers comes alive in Fed Square for a celebration that’s free for all ages.
Korea Festival
Dive into Korea’s vibrant culture, food, and performances at Melbourne’s biggest Korean festival.
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Martin Grant
A major exhibition of work by Australian-born Paris-based fashion designer Martin Grant.
Sikander: The Shape of Balance
Dark meets light, Yin meets Yang and tradition meets abstraction in works by the Indian artist.
Convergence: A Spatial Negotiation
Student artists explore collective creativity through layered, rhizomatic visual narratives.