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The best free festivals you need to visit in Melbourne this year
What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
New Year's Eve in Melbourne
From fireworks to fancy dinners and family fun, Melbourne is the perfect place to celebrate NYE.
Australian Open
An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.
Antipodes Festival
Enjoy a giant street party as Lonsdale St is transformed into a celebration of Greek culture.
Shop to Win
Do your Christmas shopping at Melbourne's iconic shopping spots for your chance to win prizes.
Gut Oggau x Embla
Meet the makers of one of the world's great natural wines and enjoy a family-style menu.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.
The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best Christmas lights and decorations
Where to see stunning Christmas trees, the best Christmas lights and more beautiful decorations.
The best restaurants to book for New Year's Eve
Book a restaurant, find fireworks near you and plan the best New Year's Eve in Melbourne.
Christmas in the city
See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.
Omurice! Motokichi Yukimura at Ishizuka
Experience the world's most famous omurice at one of Melbourne's best Japanese restaurants.
Very Fragrant – Haawm x Dessous
A night of loud flavours and ‘punk rock’ Thai with a personal twist.
Christmas eat and drink
Feeling festive? Sip mistletoe martinis at a rooftop bar or dine under the lights in a laneway.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets
Explore Melbourne's iconic markets this festive season.
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Christmas Markets at Southgate
Southgate's popular Sunday Market takes on a Christmas focus during December.
Artist Christmas Market: Arts, Crafts & Old Wines
Find bespoke gifts of artwork, pottery, glass, crafts, candles and old wines at this special market.
Festival of the Photocopier Zine Fair
The Festival of the Photocopier is a two-day zine fair with over 100 stalls celebrating zines.
The Finders Keepers Food Market
The Finders Keepers Food Market pops up for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival!
Baker's Dozen
A celebration of caking and baking including favourite bakers from Australia and the world.
Queen Vic Market Christmas
Explore the magic of the season as Queen Victoria Market hosts festive fun.
Food events
Find the best food events in Melbourne, from food festivals to wine tastings and cooking classes.
235 Bourke Christmas Market
Enjoy a variety of stalls featuring unique gifts, delicious food and holiday entertainment.
Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne
Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.
The best things to do with your family at Christmas
Rediscover the magic of Melbourne with free events, festive lights and an epic Christmas carnival.
Best Santa photo spots in Melbourne
Skip the Westfield crowd and get free Santa photo, ugly jumper pics and more.
Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids
Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.
Free things to do with kids in Melbourne
Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.
School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.
Melbourne's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues
Find burlesque life drawing, cabaret and the best queer-friendly venues in Melbourne.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne
What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade
The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Melbourne’s iconic home of exhibitions, trade shows, meetings and events.
Australian Open
An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.
A-League: Melbourne City v Brisbane Roar Double Header
Don't miss Melbourne City's Matildas and Socceroos in action.
A-League: Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix FC
Don't miss Melbourne City's first home game of 2025.
NBL: Melbourne United Basketball v Tasmania JackJumpers
Melbourne United hit the court for some awesome NBL action against the Tasmania JackJumpers.
A-League: Melbourne City v Perth Glory/Sydney FC
Don't miss Melbourne City's Matildas and Socceroos in action.
A-League: Melbourne City v Western United FC
Don't miss Melbourne City host cross-town rivals Western United.
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Melbourne for free
Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.
What's on in December
Things to do in Melbourne in December, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
What's on in January
Things to do in Melbourne in January, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
