What's on in April
Discover things to do in Melbourne in April, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
The Outsiders Melbourne
An exhibition of the largest street-art collection in Australia, including a whole room of Banksys.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit
This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.
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
An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River
Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.
Memento Mori
A trio of public murals inspired by the Fates of Greek mythology, inspire passersby to embrace life.
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
Relive Melbourne's culture and fashion through the lens of iconic photographer Rennie Ellis.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Government House Tour
Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House.
Matinees
Enjoy curated features, classic Hollywood and arthouse restorations, docos, musicals and more.
Old Melbourne Ghost Tour
Take a spine-chilling journey back in time and explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.
Hofbrauhaus Trivia Experience mit Ben Sorensen
Join Ben Sorensen’s free weekly Hofbrauhaus trivia experience.
Belongings: Objects and Family Life
An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.
Transport Public Bar
Bustling pub in Federation Square with tasty pub meals and an impressive range of drinks.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum
This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.
Immigration Museum
An exploration of the stories of people from all over the world who have migrated to Australia.
Pidapipo Gelateria
Authentic, artisanal Italian-style gelato in the heart of Carlton's Lygon Street.
Mesa Verde
A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.
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What's on in May
Things to do in Melbourne in May, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Family and kids
Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.
Melbourne for free
Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.