What's on in August

Until 29 Aug

Joy

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

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Until 29 Apr

Wurrdha Marra

Sharing the work of First Nations artists across time and place.

Until 19 Apr

Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical

Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.

Until Nov 2026

Making Memoir of a Snail

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

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 20 Dec

Kabarisqué

A monthly cabaret show with a cast of saucy circus artists.

Until 31 Dec

Last Post Service

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

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to narrm ngarrgu Library on Wednesdays for Songbirds.

Until 13 Dec

Circus Arcana

Experience a mystical tarot-themed circus show at Club Voltaire.

6 Jun – 5 Oct

French Impressionism

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

Until 17 Aug

Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop

Come and make mosaic coasters and step into the world of colours.

Until 20 Dec

Free Jazz Arvo at the Motley Bauhaus

Enjoy a free afternoon of fantastic jazz and tasty tipples at this Carlton arts hub.

Until 17 Aug

Kokedama Workshop

Enjoy a beginner's workshop to learn how to make a little moss ball plant.

Until 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

Celebrating 40 years, the Morning Melodies season will amaze audiences once again.

4 Jun – 5 Oct

Kimono

This exhibition displays examples of kimonos from Japanese history.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

Until 19 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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

18 Aug – 13 Sep

Destiny

This family drama serves as a potent reminder that the past is always with us.

Until 12 Oct

Bark Salon

Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.

7 May – 3 Aug

Beetlejuice The Musical

The musical to give Melbourne the fright of its life in 2025.

Until 12 Dec

Government House Community Tour

Take a tour of the State Apartments of Victoria's Government House.

Until 17 Aug

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaics from start to finish.

Until 18 Dec

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers, for seasoned strummers or beginners.

Until 13 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and magic performers.

Until 17 Aug

Polymer Clay Earring Workshop

Create beautiful jewellery in this fun workshop.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

4 Jun – 31 Aug

RISING: Swingers — The Art of Mini Golf

The art of mini-golf, for anyone who swings outside the lines.

Until 23 Nov

Taste of Combat

Honouring the vital work of the Catering Corps and the evolution of military food.

Until 31 Dec

Free Kids Explorer Bus

Children ride free on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

30 Aug

Five British Women Grand Tourists with Dr Emma Gleadhill

Dr Emma Gleadhill's lecture explores souvenir culture of British women travellers from 1750-1830.

Until 31 Dec

Free Guided Walk

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

26 Jul – 30 Aug

Kimberly Akimbo: A Musical

This Australian premiere brims with infectious energy and tunes that soar.

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to Library at The Dock on Wednesdays for Songbirds: songs, rhymes and stories.

Until 17 Aug

Modern Kintsugi Beginners Workshop

Discover the art of mending something beautiful and embrace the beauty of imperfection.

Until 31 Dec

Memento Mori

Public murals influenced by the Fates of Greek mythology, inspiring passersby to embrace life.

Until 27 Sep

The Big HOO-HAA!

Fast, furious and funny, The Big HOO-HAA! is Melbourne's best-loved weekly impro comedy show.

Until 2 Aug

Free Jazz Jam – Open-Mic

Join a free jazz jam hosted by Frankie McNulty.