As a foodie town, Melbourne always has a culinary event on the boil. Choose from food festivals, wine tastings, celebrity chef visits and cooking classes.

Melbourne's best blockbuster events

Melbourne's best blockbuster events

The best major events on in Melbourne this year.

El Grito de Dolores: Tequila Versus Mezcal Tasting

El Grito de Dolores: Tequila Versus Mezcal Tasting

Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.

Winter Igloos
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Winter Igloos

These cosy igloos offer the ultimate winter dining experience.

The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne

The best cocktail deals, cheap eats and low-cost activities in Melbourne.

Gin-dulgent High Tea with Chef Sigrid
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Gin-dulgent High Tea with Chef Sigrid

Take your seat for a guided gin high tea like no other.

A Jane Austen Christmas with Lise Rodgers

A Jane Austen Christmas with Lise Rodgers

Enjoy a costumed lecture with insights into regency festive traditions.

Private Dining at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
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Private Dining at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Indulge in Melbourne's only marine life dining experience.

Cheese and Wine Matching
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Cheese and Wine Matching

Explore seven artisan cheese and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.

Yarra Valley Meets the City

Yarra Valley Meets the City

Bossley is bringing a taste of the Yarra Valley to the city for a one-night-only dinner.

Melbourne's Brunch Afloat
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Melbourne's Brunch Afloat

Enjoy a two-hour bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Halliday Wine Companion Awards

Savour and discover the top wines that have defined excellence in the past year.

Mystery Basement Bar Hop
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Mystery Basement Bar Hop

Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.

Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
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Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting

Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.

Antarctica: From Ushuaia and the Polar Challenge Films

Antarctica: From Ushuaia and the Polar Challenge Films

Join traveller Antony Anderson and view his Antarctic trip featurette with a Q&A session.

The Community Grocer Carlton
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The Community Grocer Carlton

A weekly pop-up market with fresh fruit and vegetables at affordable prices.

Asia TOPA Radar

Asia TOPA Radar

Join for an evening of art, music, food and creativity at Asia TOPA Radar.

Dalrymple Vineyard Wine Dinner

Dalrymple Vineyard Wine Dinner

Exclusive Wine Dinner featuring seven exceptional cool climate wines and bespoke five-course menu.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Gozleme and Baklava

Learn to make gozleme and baklava from scratch.

Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation & Dinner
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Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation & Dinner

Enjoy a unique wine-degustation matched to a four-course dinner with a sommelier

Winter Night Market
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Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market is set to return to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.

Vegan-Friendly: Cheese, Chocolate and Wine Matching
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Vegan-Friendly: Cheese, Chocolate and Wine Matching

Learn how to match wine with cheese and chocolate in this interactive vegan-friendly experience.

Goldsbrough Village: Twilight Bazaar

Goldsbrough Village: Twilight Bazaar

Experience a vibrant marketplace with music, food and entertainment.

What's on and what's open over the Labour Day long weekend

What's on and what's open over the Labour Day long weekend

Kick off the long weekend with Moomba, awesome free events, street art walks and more.

Antarctica: To the Ross Sea and Back Film

Antarctica: To the Ross Sea and Back Film

Join intrepid traveller Antony Anderson and view his Antarctic trip featurette with a Q&A session.

Booze and Blues

Booze and Blues

Enjoy live blues singers while having a bourbon.

Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus

Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus

Melbourne’s most iconic Oktoberfest is back in the heart of Chinatown at Hofbrauhaus.

Singlefile Wine Dinner

Singlefile Wine Dinner

Join Pure South Dining for a bespoke menu and evening with Singlefile Wines.

Secrets of Gluten-free Sourdough Breadmaking Class
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Secrets of Gluten-free Sourdough Breadmaking Class

Enjoy a gluten-free breadmaking class with wine, salami and cheese.

Art, History, Food and Wine Tour
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Art, History, Food and Wine Tour

The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.

Chef's Table Degustation Dinner
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Chef's Table Degustation Dinner

Enjoy an eight-course themed dinner with optional matched wines.

Christmas in July Mystery Bar Hop
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Christmas in July Mystery Bar Hop

Celebrate Christmas in July with a festive bar hop featuring seasonal drinks, challenges, and more.

Peace Kitchen

Peace Kitchen

Explore how food can be a catalyst for peace and meaningful change in the community.

Nevra's Big Turkish Brunch
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Nevra's Big Turkish Brunch

Sous chef Nevra Aydin shares traditional family recipes from Istanbul.

Swiss National Day Dinner with Chef Sigrid

Swiss National Day Dinner with Chef Sigrid

Join Swiss head chef Sigrid for a celebration of Swiss Cheese Fondue to celebrate National Day.

The Commentators Club Luncheon

The Commentators Club Luncheon

An AFL-themed lunch with guests, comedy and music, raising funds for charity.

Chocolate and Wine Matching
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Chocolate and Wine Matching

Learn how to match chocolate truffles to fine old wines in this interactive experience.

Kebab and Meze

Kebab and Meze

Learn how to make unique, traditional Turkish kebabs at home

Melbourne Foodie Culture Tour
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Melbourne Foodie Culture Tour

This walking tour introduces you to Melbourne's favourite foods, architecture and stories.

Learn to Cook Thai
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Learn to Cook Thai

Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.

Cellar Dinner: Marsanne or Viognier

Cellar Dinner: Marsanne or Viognier

Join an epic evening of old Marsanne, Viognier and blended wines matched to a three-course dinner.

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Everything you can do right now to rediscover Melbourne

Reignite your passion for the city with these action-packed guides.

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

A two-day harvest and thanksgiving celebration.

Truffle Treasures

Truffle Treasures

A special four-day pop-up event in celebration of truffle season.

German Christmas in July

German Christmas in July

A German-style winter market with traditional food, mulled wine and entertainment.