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

Joy
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Joy

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

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.

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.

State Library Victoria Unlocked
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State Library Victoria Unlocked

On this exclusive tour, gain access to State Library Victoria before the doors open to the public.

Winter Night Market
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Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market returns to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.

Melbourne International Film Festival

Melbourne International Film Festival

Melbourne International Film Festival lights up Melbourne this winter with over 250 titles.

Beetlejuice The Musical
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Beetlejuice The Musical

The eight-time Tony Award-nominated musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre.

Now or Never

Now or Never

Arts, ideas, sound, technology; a festival of new dimensions for Melbourne/Narrm.

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
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Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club
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Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform every Friday and Saturday.

Flinders Quartet: Musical Friends

Flinders Quartet: Musical Friends

The quartet present works by Eötvös, Singh, Nicolas and Borodin, at Primrose Potter.

Ostro x Einder

Ostro x Einder

Julia Busuttil Nishimura crafts a feast beneath the striking installation, Einder by Boris Acket.

Something Good: Improv Comedy Show
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Something Good: Improv Comedy Show

Enjoy long form improv at its finest, with famous faces dropping by each week.

Comedy Roulette

Comedy Roulette

Enjoy top comedians and big laughs in a stand-up comedy show with a spontaneous spin.

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.

Aboriginal Heritage Walk
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Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Wominjeka: journey into Melbourne Gardens with an Aboriginal guide.

Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch

Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch

A long lunch celebrating the Yarra and King Valleys, with food, wine and stories.

A Brief History of Human Stupidity

A Brief History of Human Stupidity

Storyteller Stephen Sheely tells some very funny stories about people doing some very stupid things.

Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion
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Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion

Step behind the sartorial scenes to experience the style and elegance of 18th-century gentlemen.

Burlesque Life Drawing
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Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Cabaret Ridiculous
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Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

Book Week Costume Workshop

Book Week Costume Workshop

Join a fun workshop to create a costume at Southbank Library.

The Wonder of You: The Songs of Elvis Presley

The Wonder of You: The Songs of Elvis Presley

Step back in time with Anthony Gerace as he brings the magic of Elvis' legendary songs to life.

Yong

Yong

Mixing historical fact and narrative fiction, moving from China to the goldfields of Australia.

Indian Film Festival: Indian Independence Day Celebrations

Indian Film Festival: Indian Independence Day Celebrations

Join in the vibrant Indian Independence Day Celebrations at Fed Square.

Wattle Walk

Wattle Walk

A guided walk at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne for National Wattle Day.

Forest Therapy
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Forest Therapy

Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.

Comedy at the Coopers Inn
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Comedy at the Coopers Inn

A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.

Crisis Actor

Crisis Actor

Crisis Actor is an interactive performance where suffering is a vibe and resilience is celebrity.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River
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The Big Animal Quiz

Comedians Kirsty Webeck and Ivan Aristeguieta's smash hit comedy panel show all about animals.

Defrost Festival

Defrost Festival

Enjoy the biggest improv festival in the southern hemisphere.

English Learners Book Club
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English Learners Book Club

English Learners’ Book Club, where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

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

Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.

French Impressionism
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French Impressionism

The Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition from the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

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.

Burdi Burdi

Burdi Burdi

A sonic installation along Evan Walker Bridge.

Government House Garden Tour
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Government House Garden Tour

Take a morning or twilight tour of the Government House gardens.

Jeswri: Beyond Hectic
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Jeswri: Beyond Hectic

Emerse yourself in the work of Gadigal artist Jeswri for NAIDOC Week.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

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What's on in September

What's on in September

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

Melbourne for free

Melbourne for free

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

Family and kids

Family and kids

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

Major events

Major events

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