While restrictions in Melbourne have eased, some events and businesses may still be impacted. Please check before attending and follow directions from the Victorian Government.
15 Aug
An Evening with Peter Singer
Hear the activist and world's most influential living philosopher, Peter Singer, in conversation.
8 Jan - 5 Apr
MPavilion Parkade
Revered architecture and design event MPavilion occupies the Parkade car park.
19 May - 31 Mar
Afternoon Tea and Talk
A fortnightly online discussion series with authors and writers hosted by Astrid Edwards.
1 Feb - 28 Feb
National Sustainable Living Festival
Showcasing sustainability and climate thought leaders.
6 Mar
Stencil Art Workshop
Learn how to create quirky stencil art on canvas with street artist N20.
22 May
Geoffrey Robertson – It's No Longer Hypothetical
An insightful evening with the human rights judge and barrister.
26 Mar - 29 Oct
Society of Women Writers Victoria
Sharpen your writing skills and meet other writers in these workshops.
22 Feb - 22 Nov
Queer Book Club
A book club for those who are curious or passionate about queer books.
15 Apr - 18 Apr
Australasian Quilt Convention
See the best quilts around Australia, amazing international works and learn new techniques.
15 Aug - 31 Jul
75th Anniversary of the End of World War II
Activities, stories and exhibitions reflecting on WWII.
29 Mar
The Rise and Role of the Modern Sculpture Park
An online lecture discussing the creation of public and private sculpture parks around the world.
27 Mar
Native and Wild Solid Perfume Workshop
As part of Melbourne Design Week create a solid perfume with native plants.
27 Feb
Unexpected Upcycling
Learn to transform single-use plastic bags into beautiful materials and useful products.
16 Mar
Fashion and Consumption: 1500-1900
A lecture about the key concepts and debates around consumption, fashion and design.
12 Feb - 12 Mar
Melbourne Libraries' Online Storytimes: Chinese New Year
Learn 10 Chinese New Year facts with librarian Bill.
12 Nov - 1 Mar
MPavilion Summer Reading List
Guest curators offer a personalised snapshot of what the chosen monthly theme means to them.
17 Mar
Creating the Consumer: 20th Century Fashion
An exploration of what being a good consumer meant in the 20th century.
1 Mar - 12 Mar
Pause Fest
Pause Fest is the world's leading festival for business and creativity.
13 Mar
Salumi Masterclass
Join this salumi masterclass co-hosted by artisan salami creators, Puopolo.
19 Feb - 11 Apr
Tea Connoisseurs' Night
Enjoy a night as a tea connoisseur at the Chinese Museum.
1 Oct - 30 Jun
Melbourne Ghost Tour
Uncover the dark criminal history and the true crimes that shook Melbourne to its core.
10 Jan - 28 Feb
Forest Therapy
Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.
28 Nov - 31 May
MetaScent Perfumer's Workshop
Create your own perfume to discover the ultimate expression of individuality.
4 Apr
The 31st Annual Great Debate
Six comedians fight it out in the Comedy Festival's annual Great Debate.
28 Feb
Suki McMaster Rubber Stamps Workshop
Join this workshop and learn how to make rubber stamps with rubber erasers, a blade and an ink pad.
6 Apr - 15 Apr
Lego Machine Virtual Learning Labs
Join in for some serious fun with virtual STEM Learning using LEGO Education.
5 Mar
Women’s History Beyond Stereotypes
An International Women's Day talk on nursing and midwifery.
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19 Mar
The Many Slippers of Cinderella with Hilary Davidson
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19 Mar
College Table at Graduate House
Dr Emma Nyhan will lead a discussion on the sociology of law and human rights.
14 Nov - 28 Feb
Italian Paper Marbling Workshop
Private workshops demonstrating traditional methods of Italian hand marbled paper.