What's on in December

Christmas in the city

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve in Melbourne

From fireworks to fancy dinners and family fun, Melbourne is the perfect place to celebrate NYE.

What's free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

The best restaurants to book for New Year's Eve

Book a restaurant, find fireworks near you and plan the best New Year's Eve in Melbourne.

Until 10 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 31 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

A permanent exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

Until 5 Dec

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

Until 15 Dec

Bedtime Storytime

Hop into your pyjamas, grab your favourite teddy and enjoy bedtime stories.

Until 26 Dec

Cabaret Ridiculous

An hour of variety entertainment that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.

Until 12 Dec

Local Lunch Club

Live well, eat well, together at Kathleen Syme Library.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

Experience gaming like never before, with state-of-the-art facilities.

Until 8 Dec

Stompers

Bring your child to Library at The Dock on Tuesdays for a lifelong love of books.

4 Mar – 2 Dec

English Learners' Book Club

A place where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

Until 7 Dec

Songbirds

Visit Southbank Library on Mondays for Songbirds, with songs, rhymes and stories for littlies.

Until 26 Dec

The Sunday Market at Southgate

Explore the Sunday Market at Southgate and meet the makers.

4 – 6 Dec

Handel's Messiah

Join the MSO and an all-Australian cast for Handel’s Messiah – a Christmas tradition.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler at North Melbourne Library every Thursday.

Until 7 Dec

Stompers

Enjoy fun stories, songs, rhymes and activities at Kathleen Syme Library every Monday.

25 Feb – 31 Dec

East Melbourne Walking Tours

Take a guided walking tour of East Melbourne to discover secrets and hear untold stories.

7 Dec

Christmas Melodies

Join in the seasonal celebration of a Morning Melodies Christmas concert.

Until 11 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to City Library on Fridays for songs, rhymes and stories.

Until 10 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at narrm ngarrgu Library.

Until 27 Dec

Heartfulness Meditation and Wellness

Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice.

Until 17 Dec

Strum and Sing

Join this ukelele community, whether you're a seasoned pro or have never held a uke in your life.

Until 9 Dec

Songbirds

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

6 Mar – 12 Dec

Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience

The global sensation returns with a fully immersive dining experience.

Until Jan 2027

Rebel Heart: Love Letters and Other Declarations

A stirring exhibition exploring romantic love through the State Library's extraordinary archive.

11 – 13 Dec

Home Alone in Concert

Experience the beloved comedy classic with John Williams' charming score performed live by the MSO.

Until 31 Dec

Swinging 60s

Did the sixties really swing in Victoria? A new exhibition from the Old Treasury Building.

Until 9 Dec

Stompers

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

27 Mar – 31 Dec

Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness

Discover what lies behind the skin to reveal how our health, emotions and environment impact us.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

Head to Southbank Library on Thursdays to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun.

Until 7 Dec

Auslan Storytime

Bringing stories to life through visual language and movement, 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.

Until 13 Dec

Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of homewares, culinary treats, ceramics, sustainable goods and visual art.

Until 10 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to East Melbourne Library on Thursdays for Songbirds: songs, rhymes and stories.

Until 31 Dec

Water Marbling Workshop

Learn the art of water marbling and apply it to textiles.

Until 11 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler at narrm ngarrgu Library every Friday.

Until 9 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to North Melbourne Library on Mondays and Wednesdays for Songbirds.

Until 8 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to Kathleen Syme Library on Tuesdays for songs, rhymes and stories.

Until 8 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Sing songs and read stories with your young child at North Melbourne Library.

Until 31 Dec

Resin Art Class: Cheeseboards and Coasters

Make abstract art and discover the magic of working with resin.

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Heritage Tour

A journey through the heritage-listed gardens, where history and nature seamlessly blend.

Until 30 Dec

Dino Days

Young dinosaur enthusiasts, aged 3-5 years, are invited to explore all things dinosaur.

5 Dec

Classic Kids: Christmas

Join the MSO for a magical performance perfect for the whole family.

Until 9 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to narrm ngarrgu Library on Wednesdays for Songbirds.

Until 31 Dec

Paint and Sip Class: Acrylic Art on Canvas

Immerse yourself in the delightful and creative experience of this Paint and Sip class.

Until 26 Dec

Bingo Bananza

The familiar world of bingo collides with the strange, sparkly, and wonderfully absurd.

5 Dec

Wolf Alice: Live at the Gardens

UK rockers Wolf Alice return to Australia in December and headline Live at the Gardens.

Until 11 Dec

French Club

Immerse yourself in French culture, improve your language skills and make new friends.

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.

Melbourne Museum

Explore history, culture, science and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.

Sweet Canteen

A desserts, pastries, and coffee shop hidden in the colourful Driver Lane.

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

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.

Tori’s

Artisan bakery in a hidden laneway.

Beneath Driver Lane

A basement bar serving a wide range of cocktails, French bistro-style bar food with live music.