Dining events

20 – 29 Mar

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

A 10-day feast bringing the best-of-the-best from Australia and the world, direct to your lips.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites

Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.

Until 28 Mar

Agave Spirits: Tequila Versus Mezcal Tasting and Lunch

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

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Loop Rooftop

Celebrate New Year's Eve at a Loop Rooftop garden party.

31 Dec

New Year’s Eve Rooftop Party at Le Méridien

Ring in 2026 at the ultimate rooftop party with unlimited food, drinks and epic firework views.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Dinner at Miss Mi

Celebrate New Year's Eve with complimentary sparkling for every booking and a steak special.

Until 21 Mar

Burlesque Lounge

Melbourne's sparkling burlesque dinner show experience right in the heart of the city

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Tetsujin

Enjoy Japanese BBQ, bottomless drinks, live DJ and fireworks views.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at The Waterside

Enjoy a New Year's Eve party with DJs till 3am, canapes and drinks.

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31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Cameo

Celebrate the night with great views, signature cocktails, and free-flow Champagne and canapés.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.

14 Feb

Seasonal Pickling and Chilli Ferments

Learn how to transform surplus produce into deliciousness.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Ponyfish Island

Ring in the New Year at Ponyfish Island.

Until 4 Jan

FestiviTea

Gather with loved ones for a delightful year-end catch-up at a Christmas high tea.

Until 11 Jan

Vida: Melbourne Latin Summer Festival

Enjoy a weekend festival of art, culture, food and entertainment celebrating Latin America.

Until 18 Feb

The Sustainable Supper Club

Step into a hidden wonderland of innovation and creativity for supper with chef Tobie Puttock.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Dining at Life's Too Short Bar

Enjoy a twilight or late New Year's Eve dining package in Melbourne's 170-year-old historic cellar.

Until 10 Mar

Hot Air Balloon Dining Experience

Gather with friends and family at The Wharf Hotel's hot air balloon dining pods.

Until 31 Jan

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

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

10 Jan

The Words of Regency Fashion with Hilary Davidson

Join Hilary Davidson for a lecture and afternoon tea about regency fashions.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Banquet at Past/Port

Enjoy a New Year's Eve banquet with premium dishes and optional matched wines.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Masquerade Party at Viva

Ring in the new year with an evening of dance, comedy, music, and exceptional food and drink.

31 Dec

New Year’s Eve at Stamford Plaza

Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with a lavish buffet dinner and DJ at Stamford Plaza Melbourne.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Pascale

Enjoy a New Year’s Eve feast at QT's Pascale Bar & Grill, followed by a party at Rooftop.

Until 24 Apr

7 Paintings Dining Experience

A dinner show that combines art, technology, and culinary delight into a unique experience.

21 Feb – 21 Mar

Learn to Cook Thai: Green Curry Prawns and Thai Roti

Make and eat a green curry and Thai roti at this cooking masterclass.

Until 31 Jan

Cocktail Making Class

Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.

17 Jan – 18 Apr

Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

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

11 Apr – 23 May

Seasonal Pickling

Learn how to transform surplus produce into deliciousness.

1 Mar

Taste of Japan

Discover the art of Japanese cuisine, renowned for its freshness and simplicity.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Luci

Enjoy a special New Year’s Eve dinner at Luci.

Until 8 Feb

Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Past / Port Rooftop

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Melbourne’s newest rooftop with DJs, drinks, and terrace views.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Dinner at Sassy Italian

Celebrate the new year with an unforgettable dinner featuring live music and Italian cuisine.

22 Mar

MFWF x Taxi Kitchen: Sips and Snacks

A four-hour tasting adventure designed for curious food lovers.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve Merchants' Ball

Celebrate your New Year's Eve with unlimited cocktails, canapes, and live entertainment.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Arbory Bar

See out the year with an epic, all-inclusive Rio de Janeiro-themed party for the ages.

31 Jan

Spanish Tapas and Sangria Cooking Class

Enjoy a hands-on Spanish tapas and sangria cooking class.

27 Mar – 8 May

Autumn Sunset Cocktails at Walsh Street

Open the door to Robin Boyd’s iconic Walsh Street residence after-hours for Autumn Sunset Cocktails.