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.

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Italian Festa and Expo

Celebrating all thing Italian at the Royal Exhibition Building and Museum Plaza.

An outdoor space at Harbour Esplanade Docklands, featuring a large overhead hanging sign that reads THE STREET SOCIAL, a white picket fence, DJ equipment and a view of the harbour and city buildings.
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The Street Social: Halloween

A festive Docklands waterfront Halloween event for families and friends.

Three African drummers wearing colourful clothing while drumming with their hands on stage.
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African Music and Cultural Festival

Celebrate the best of African culture with music, food, fashion, film, dance and art.

Performers on stage in Queen Vic Market sheds, with children seated on the ground and onlookers standing.
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Cachivaches Latin Market

A vibrant cultural event celebrating the best of Latin American traditions in Melbourne.

A curated spread of Christmas dishes displayed on a wooden table.
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Christmas Day Dining at Langlands

Celebrate the festive season with Langlands' Naughty but Nice Christmas dining experience.

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Pure Pours: A Central Otago Wine Festival

Step into the world of Central Otago wines at Victoria by Farmer's Daughters.

An array of Christmas-themed High Tea sweet and savoury treats on a white table alongside champagne glasses and two red-wrapped presents.
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FestiviTea

Enjoy three tiers of handcrafted sweet and savoury delights at this Christmas-themed High Tea.

A children's themed three-tiered platter of high tea treats, alongside a teddy bear, drinks and Christmas baubles.
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Le Petit FestiviTea

Little ones can join the festive celebrations with a high tea just for them.

Two people in a commercial kitchen, in front of a bench filled with raw food and cooking utensils, preparing jars of stock.

Stock Paste: Hands-on Cooking Class

In this popular workshop, turn veggie scraps into versatile stock paste and cut food waste costs.

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Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

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

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Good Heavens x Ready Set Rooftop Circular Fashion Sale

Pre-loved fashion, snacks and cocktails for Melbourne Fashion Week.

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What's open on the Melbourne Cup Day public holiday

The Melbourne Cup Day public holiday falls on Tuesday 3 November, 2026.

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Oktoberfest at Hofbrauhaus

Celebrate German bier, food and music as the Hofbräuhaus Oktoberfest turns 58.

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The Three Tenors

An operatic dining experience worth sharing, with an irrepressible trio of Tenors.

The dining room of No35 restaurant with large windows looking down at the skyline of Melbourne

Christmas Eve Dining at No35

Celebrate Christmas Eve with exquisite dining and sweeping Melbourne views at No35 Restaurant.

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Melbourne International Dumpling Festival

Travel the world by dumpling at this delicious festival.

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Gourmet Sandwich Hunt

Elevate your sandwich style with celebrity chef Darren Purchese.

Children at a counter wearing aprons all learning to make pretzels with a woman wearing a headscarf.

Pretzel Baking Workshop for Families

Roll, twist and bake German pretzels in a hands-on family workshop for kids aged 2–5.

Picnic table set for dining with cushions, umbrella and dining settings, in a garden location.
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Laneways Mystery Picnic with Luxury End Location Setup

Follow clues to secret foodie stops and end at a luxury picnic location.

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Flavours of Melbourne Night Trail

An evening of culinary delights, cultural exploration and memorable moments.

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Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a relaxing three-hour Yarra River dinner cruise.

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Cocktail Masterclass

Celebrate the opening weekend of Melbourne Fashion Week with a mixology class.

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Christmas Day Lunch at Hophaus

Enjoy a delicious festive luncheon by the Yarra River, with views overlooking the city of Melbourne.

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Meet @ the Market: Session 3

A concert of profound feeling: from grief to hope and joy, paired with custom cocktails.

Fireworks at a riverside carnival

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.

A darkened dining space with illuminations on the walls resembling Versailles at Château Merveilles.

Château Merveilles

Château Merveilles makes its world premiere outside France this spring, only in Melbourne.

The William Angliss Institute Tram Café, and the courtyard decorated for a outdoor market with festive lanterns, bunting an a popcorn cart.

Sunset Market

Enjoy a nostalgia-inspired market with cheap eats, unique stalls, and live entertainment.

A fine dining steak and vegetable dish served with wine and water at a table in a restaurant.
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Christmas Dining at Eureka 89

Enjoy a festive Christmas Eve or Christmas Day meal with your loved ones at Eureka 89.

A Christmas buffet with yule log, small cakes, trifle cups and a sign saying NOEL.

Christmas Day Dining at Sofitel Melbourne On Collins

Celebrate Christmas Day with festive dining at No35, Sofi’s Lounge and the Grand Ballroom.

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Polish Festival

Experience the colour, flavours and spirit of Poland.

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Art, History, Food and Wine Tour

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

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Raise a Glass for Hope: Sophie’s Legacy Gala Dinner

An unforgettable dinner event raising vital funds and hope for the veterinary community.

A checked tablecloth with a High Tea spread on top with pink teacups and teapot and plates of cakes and sandwiches.
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Picnic High Tea

Enjoy a High Tea picnic against a backdrop of stunning city views.

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New Year's Eve at Goldilocks Rooftop Bar

Get ready to kick off 2027 with a bang at the rooftop that is just right.

Interior of a bar decorated with colourful lamps, small paintings hanging on the red walls, with small tables and chairs arranged in the space.
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Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.

Grilled cheese toastie on a plate.
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Vego Toastie Hunt

Elevate your vego sandwich with celebrity chef Darren Purchese.

Ice bucket full of bottles of Champagne on ice.

World Champagne Day: Trilogy of Pommery Apanage 1874

Led by an expert, discover the stories and savoir-faire behind each cuvée through inspired pairings.

German food including sausages, cherry cakes and beer.

Frühschoppen: A German Brunch with Live Brassband

Start your Sunday the Bavarian way with Weisswurst, Brezel, Weissbier and live German brass music.

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New Year’s Eve at Taxi Kitchen

Boogie into 2027 with five courses, free-flowing drinks, city views and a live DJ.

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Melbourne Cup Day Cruise

Cruise to Flemington in the most enjoyable way on Melbourne Cup Day.

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A busy market with lanterns in the city.

The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

Explore Melbourne's iconic markets.

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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.

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Witches Market

A special Halloween witches market with crystals, candles, cauldrons and much more.

A collection of pastel-coloured cute clay trinkets.
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Krayon Art Market

Spend a cozy day filled with trinkets, stationery, art, and more from a curated lineup of artists.