What's on in December

1 – 31 Dec

Christmas in the city

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

What's free in Melbourne this month

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

Until 28 Apr

BBC Earth Experience

Travel the natural world in one epic audio visual experience narrated by Sir David Attenborough.

Melbourne Town Hall Christmas Decorations

Melbourne Town Hall is all wrapped up with a bow and ready for Christmas.

Until 16 Jun

NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air

The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.

Monopoly Dreams

Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.

THE LUME Melbourne

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

28 Apr

Boho Luxe Market: Mother's Day Edition

A design market just in time for all your Mothers Day shopping.

Until 27 Apr

Motley Jazz

See some of Melbourne’s finest jazz musicians at this free event at The Motley Bauhaus.

Until 5 Sep

Sea Shanties and Folk Songs

Join this weekly celebration of rollicking and spirited singing.

Until 6 Jun

Now.Here.This: Live Jazz

Enjoy late-night improvised jazz every Tuesday with the Now.Here.This. All-Star Band and guests.

Until 30 Jun

The Fluid Project

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

Until 29 Jun

Improv Comedy Classes

Come and try your hand at improv comedy with a fun improv comedy session for beginners.

Until 27 Oct

Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion

Explore the enduring influence of military design on popular fashion.

Until 30 Jun

MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission: Bethan Laura Wood

An installation that delves into the gendered history of education and transfer of knowledge.

Until 31 Dec

Memo Akten: Distributed Consciousness

A digital work merging human and non-human consciousness – via the AI musings of octopus critters.

Until 31 Jul

Melbourne's Earliest Buildings Walking Tour

Visit the only buildings in Melbourne that pre-date the Gold Rush on a guided historic walk.

Until 31 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

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

Until 31 Dec

Memento Mori

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

Until 26 May

Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum

Discover early Melbourne, through architecture, art and artefacts, in an iconic gold rush building.

Until 27 Jul

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.

Until 3 Jul

English Learners' Book Club

Join this friendly group where English learners connect to discuss books and ideas.

Until 28 Jul

Toys, Tales and Tenacity

This first-of-its-kind exhibition at the Shrine delves into the experiences of children during war.

Until 31 Dec

Belongings: Objects and Family Life

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

Until 28 Apr

City Lights Cruises

Embark on an enchanting Yarra River journey as you indulge in the captivating City Lights Cruise.

Until 20 Sep

Ancient Lives

A glimpse into life in the Greek and Roman worlds, through everyday, ritual and luxury objects.

Until 30 Jun

International Collection Highlights Tour

Explore some of the highlights of the NGV's International Collection with an NGV guide.

Until 31 Oct

Wurrdha Marra

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

Until 12 May

World of the Book

One of the world's largest rare books exhibitions, World of the Book is a treat for book lovers.

Until 28 Apr

Golden Hour Cruises

Experience the magic of the golden hour aboard this extraordinary cruise.

Until 31 Dec

Matinees

Enjoy curated features, classic Hollywood and arthouse restorations, docos, musicals and more.

Until 30 Jun

Australian Collection Highlights Tour

Explore highlights of the NGV Australian Collection at the Ian Potter Centre.

Until 6 Dec

French Club

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

Until 13 Jun

House Down Under

Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.

Until 13 Jun

The Hypnosis Comedy Club

Step into a world of mesmerising humour every second Thursday of the month.

Until 28 Dec

Old Melbourne Ghost Tour

Take a spine-chilling journey back in time and explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.

Until 5 Oct

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

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

Until 30 Jun

The Australian Performing Arts Collection Tours

Get behind-the-scenes access to Australia's largest performing arts collection.

Spring Street Grocer

Cheese, gelato, groceries, coffee and gourmet foods all under one roof.

Transport Public Bar

Bustling pub in Federation Square with tasty pub meals and an impressive range of drinks.

Hell's Kitchen

Cafe by day, bar by night, in one of Melbourne's iconic laneways.

Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.

Melbourne Skydeck

This 300m high public observation deck captures everything that is special about Melbourne.

Sojourn Melbourne

Outdoor laneway dining experience, blended with an iconic rooftop bar.

Yarra Botanica

Yarra Botanica is a floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, celebrating Victorian producers.

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.

Rooftop Bar

Enjoy open-air drinks under the setting sun or a starry sky, with city skyline views to match.

King & Godfree

Catch up for coffee or a meal, or shop for delicious deli items and wine.

Wax Museum Records

A wide range of new and used vinyl, CDs, tapes and music-inspired clothing.

GoBoat Melbourne

Be your own captain by renting a picnic boat, with no boat licence required.

Caretaker's Cottage

Smart drinks, top tunes and good times in a beautiful old cottage.

Heng Thai

Serving all kinds of authentic Thai food in an old Thai house.

Australian Music Vault

A celebration of Australian contemporary music – past, present and future.

Hemingway's Wine Room

Brasserie and Wine Bar that is inspired by seasonality, with dishes based on European fundamentals

One Stop Anime

The one stop shop for all your anime needs.

Robot Bar

Small, hidden Japanese retro and pop culture bar serving Japanese whisky, beers and cocktails.

Ponyfish Island

A floating bar on the Yarra River under the Southbank pedestrian bridge.

The Drunken Poet

With live Irish music, the Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub - cute, cosy and friendly.

Rooftop at QT

A rooftop bar where you can indulge in afternoons filled with tunes to nights under city lights.