What's on in April
Dates 
1 Apr - 30 Apr
Discover things to do in Melbourne in April, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
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.
Creative Acts: Artists and their inspirations
Explore the process, passion and practice of five visionary Australian artists.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.
Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways
Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.
Westwood | Kawakubo
NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.
Mystery Picnic with Self Drive Boat: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
World of the Book
Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in the 20th anniversary of this annual exhibition.
MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission: Nipa Doshi
Designer Nipa Doshi explores beauty, plurality and diversity in her handcrafted cabinet.
Mystery Sidedoor: 5 Plate South East Asia Tasting Menu
Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Family Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Mystery Picnic Date: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues and riddles to collect your special gourmet picnic on a unique foodie adventure.
Mystery Rooftop Bar Hop
Solve clues to unlock rooftop bars, cocktails, snacks and stunning Melbourne city views.
Fitzroy Gardens Heritage Tour
A journey through the heritage-listed gardens, where history and nature seamlessly blend.
The Grand Tour
An exhibition exploring the history and impact of the 18th-century cultural right-of-passage.
Eucalypts of Hodogaya
An exhibition that reflects on a remarkable story of post-war reconciliation and remembrance.
Rewind Forward: Creative in Residence Group Exhibition
Drawing from state archives, artists create works that reawaken Victoria’s historical narrative.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
Mesa Verde
A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.
The Flour Melbourne
A French patisserie and cafe serving a mouth-watering selection of cakes, biscuits and pastries.
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.
Hidden Secrets Tours
Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with Melbourne's original laneway walking tours.
Le Yeahllow
This second Lt Bourke St branch serves artisan cake and coffee every day, for dine-in or to-go.
Beneath Driver Lane
A basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails, French bistro-style bar food with live music.
Melbourne Skydeck
This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about Melbourne.
Baby Driver
Vinyl spun jazz and funk, bold cocktails, wine and rotating guest chefs in a hidden laneway bar.
City Gallery
City Gallery presents free exhibitions from City of Melbourne’s art and heritage collection.
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What's on in May
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Major events
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Family and kids
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