Festivals

20 – 26 Oct

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

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

28 Nov – 25 Dec

Christmas in the city

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

6 Nov

Japanese Film Festival

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

Until 31 Oct

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 you need to visit in Melbourne this year

28 Feb – 1 Mar

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

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

What's free and what's open on the Easter long weekend

The best things to do over the Easter holidays.

Melbourne's best outdoor events

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

16 Oct

WebFest

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of WebFest, brought to life by skilled RMIT media students.

Until 19 Oct

Melbourne Fringe Festival

Experience Melbourne’s biggest celebration of independent arts.

17 – 26 Oct

Melbourne International Jazz Festival

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

5 – 9 Mar

Moomba

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

16 – 23 Oct

Environmental Film Festival

Australia's premier environmental cinema showcase.

Guide to Diwali in Melbourne

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