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

Run the Tan

Run the Tan

The annual showcase charity event supporting mental health and wellbeing.

Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
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Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.

Leonardo Da Vinci
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Leonardo Da Vinci

Explore the legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher at THE LUME.

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens
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The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.

The Fluid Project
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The Fluid Project

A unique and joyful creative experience located at the Emporium Shopping Centre.

Improvised Comedy: The Remix
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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.

Xclusive The Show
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Xclusive The Show

An immersive experience combining circus, dance and burlesque.

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social
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Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language, weekly nights at Diesel Bar.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

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

Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation with Food
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Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation with Food

Enjoy a unique wine-degustation matched to a four-course meal with a sommelier

Italian Family History Group
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Italian Family History Group

Learn how to trace your Italian family heritage in this free workshop.

ACMI Preschoolers
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ACMI Preschoolers

A fun, free program created for 2-5 year-olds to enjoy ACMI with their parent, grandparent or carer.

Comedy at Spleen: Mondays
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Comedy at Spleen: Mondays

Come along to the city's longest-running comedy night.

Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit
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Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit

This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.

Saboteurs
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Saboteurs

An immersive, interactive space-themed game with a Moon base-themed play space.

Government House Tour
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Government House Tour

Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House.

St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts
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St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts

Take a break and enjoy a lunchtime concert on Wednesdays.

Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion
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Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion

Explore the enduring influence of military design on popular fashion.

Free Guided Walk
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Free Guided Walk

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

The Story of the Moving Image
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The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

Memento Mori
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Memento Mori

A trio of public murals inspired by the Fates of Greek mythology, inspire passersby to embrace life.

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.

Joy
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Joy

Experience an emotive adventure where creativity, colour and storytelling join forces.

Stompers
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Stompers

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun at City Library Stompers every Tuesday.

Women Work for Victory in WWII
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Women Work for Victory in WWII

Explore the story of women on the home front during the Second World War.

Melbourne Out Loud: Life through the lens of Rennie Ellis
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Melbourne Out Loud: Life through the lens of Rennie Ellis

Relive Melbourne's culture and fashion through the lens of iconic photographer Rennie Ellis.

Last Post Service
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Last Post Service

Every Sunday, pause to remember those who have served and sacrificed.

Belongings: Objects and Family Life
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Belongings: Objects and Family Life

An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.

Protest Melbourne
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Protest Melbourne

An exhibition about Victoria's long history of public protest.

Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at Library at The Dock.

Mindful Movement and Poetry with Collective Being
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Mindful Movement and Poetry with Collective Being

A trauma-informed, mental health aware and accessible gentle movement and mindfulness session.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

Melbourne Magic Show
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Melbourne Magic Show

Enjoy a theatrical magic experience like no other.

Preschool Storytime
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Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at North Melbourne Library.

Sea Shanties and Folk Songs
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Sea Shanties and Folk Songs

Join this free weekly celebration of rollicking and spirited singing.

Rainbow Buddies
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Rainbow Buddies

An immersive Play In Real Life game for kids aged four to nine, at District Docklands.

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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.