Discover things to do in Melbourne in April, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

Westwood | Kawakubo

Westwood | Kawakubo

NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.

Let's Party: NGV Fashion for Kids

Let's Party: NGV Fashion for Kids

Step into a vibrant world of colour, creativity and celebration.

Making Memoir of a Snail
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Making Memoir of a Snail

Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.

The Jam
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The Jam

The Jam is a high-energy, full-venue jam with live music, DJs and unstoppable vibes.

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde

A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.

Sweet Canteen

Sweet Canteen

A desserts, pastries, and coffee shop hidden in the colourful Driver Lane.

Marameo

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

The Flour Melbourne

The Flour Melbourne

A French patisserie and cafe serving a mouth-watering selection of cakes, biscuits and pastries.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

Hidden Secrets Tours

Hidden Secrets Tours

Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with Melbourne's original laneway walking tours.

Le Yeahllow

Le Yeahllow

This second Lt Bourke St branch serves artisan cake and coffee every day, for dine-in or to-go.

Tori’s

Tori’s

Artisan bakery in a hidden laneway.

Beneath Driver Lane

Beneath Driver Lane

A basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails, French bistro-style bar food with live music.

Baby Driver

Baby Driver

Vinyl spun jazz and funk, bold cocktails, wine and rotating guest chefs in a hidden laneway bar.

Melbourne Skydeck

Melbourne Skydeck

This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about Melbourne.

City Gallery

City Gallery

City Gallery presents free exhibitions from City of Melbourne’s art and heritage collection.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

NGV International

NGV International

NGV International houses a whole world of international art.

Austro Bakery

Austro Bakery

A sweet little neighbourhood bakery in North Melbourne.

Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museum

Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.

Koorie Heritage Trust

Koorie Heritage Trust

An Australian First Peoples arts and cultural centre.

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

The world’s first major gallery dedicated exclusively to Australian art.

Melko

Melko

Bringing unique South American designs to the streets of Melbourne.

Steve Pallas Bespoke Jewellery

Steve Pallas Bespoke Jewellery

Offering handcrafted jewellery, remodelling and repairs, specialising in diamond engagement rings.

Captains of Industry

Captains of Industry

A laneway cafe, bar and retail space featuring handmade boots, an onsite barber and a jeweller.

Melbourne River Cruises

Melbourne River Cruises

Sit back and relax as your captain details the history of Melbourne on a river cruise.

Thai Town Melbourne

Thai Town Melbourne

A hawker style experience with different Thai food stations, a mini grocery bar and live music.

Trinket

Trinket

Fantasy and whimsy are the driving force behind this stunning cocktail bar.

Tokyo Hometown Japanese & Korean Supermarket

Tokyo Hometown Japanese & Korean Supermarket

A great range of products from Japan, Malaysia and Asia including groceries, snacks and sweets.

Heroes

Heroes

Vibrant and lively vertical laneway of private karaoke rooms, open mic karaoke bar and rooftop bar.

Fad Gallery Bar

Fad Gallery Bar

A bar, an art gallery, live music venue, filled with all the damn fine things since 1995.

Miyama Melbourne

Miyama Melbourne

Celebrate the spirit of Japanese hospitality infused with the bold charm of Melbourne.

YOI Indonesian Fusion

YOI Indonesian Fusion

YOI Indonesian-fusion restaurant brings Bali's brunch scene to the streets of Melbourne.

Hickens Hotel

Hickens Hotel

Your multi-level home for good times in the heart of Melbourne, with a story behind its walls.

The Wharf Hotel

The Wharf Hotel

Bistro meals by the river, alfresco or indoors.

Desi Dhaba

Desi Dhaba

Authentic, tasty and spicy dishes inspired by the street eateries of India.

Homm Dessert at Heart

Homm Dessert at Heart

One of a kind, all home-made Asian inspired plated dessert.

Masani

Masani

An iconic Italian restaurant with remarkable food and an exemplary wine list.

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What's on in May

What's on in May

Things to do in Melbourne in May, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

Major events

Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

Family and kids

Family and kids

Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.

Melbourne for free

Melbourne for free

Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.