What's on in December

1 – 25 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.

Monopoly Dreams

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

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 29 Dec

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

22 Oct – 11 Dec

Bourne Local Market

Visit the Collins Square retail plaza for curated local market stalls.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites

Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.

25 Dec

Christmas Day Dining at Langlands Restaurant & Bar

Enjoy your Christmas Day lunch or dinner at Langlands Restaurant & Bar.

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.

4 – 13 Dec

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

The global sensation returns with a fully immersive dining experience.

15 Oct – 17 Dec

Wiz Quiz Wednesdays

A night of wit, wigs and well-informed nonsense, hosted by the scandalously brilliant Adore Händel.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

Until 23 Jan

No Scripts Given: An Improvised Comedy

Watch some of Melbourne's finest improvisers turn their tragic tales into an improvised comedy.

25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch at the Alexander Bar

Indulge in a lavish Christmas lunch at the Savoy on Little Collins.

Until 13 Dec

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Until 3 Dec

English Learners Book Club

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

Until 30 Dec

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language, weekly nights at Diesel Bar.

23 Dec

NBL: Melbourne United v Tasmania JackJumpers

Melbourne United play the Tasmania JackJumpers in the return of the open air game.

Until 19 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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

Until 31 Dec

Shrine Kids

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

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.

Until 31 Dec

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.

7 Dec

Handel's Messiah: Royal Melbourne Philharmonic

Royal Melbourne Philharmonic presents Handel’s iconic Messiah for the 247th time since 1853.

31 Dec

Celebrate New Years Eve at Ponyfish Island

Ring in the new year at Ponyfish Island.

Until 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

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

Until 31 Jan

DIY Craft Workshops

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

14 Nov – 19 Dec

Much Ado About Nothing

Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love’s ecstasy and complexities.

12 Nov – 7 Dec

Aldona Kmieć: Hills Hoist

A deeply personal photographic project exploring a disappearing way of life.

15 Nov – 13 Dec

Italian Family History Group La Mia Famiglia

Learn how to trace your Italian family heritage in this free workshop.

Until 12 Dec

Government House Community Tour

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

Until 31 Jan

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

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

Until 14 Dec

Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal

Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.

Until 20 Dec

Distraction

An exhibition that plugs into the torrent of content and places we go when craving distraction.

Until 4 Dec

Warm Winter Jazz with Mark Morand

Three hours of jazz classics with legendary guitarist, Mark Morand.

31 Dec

New Year's Eve at Pascale

Enjoy a New Year’s Eve feast at QT's Pascale Bar & Grill, followed by a party at Rooftop.

Until 31 Dec

Protest Melbourne

An exhibition about Victoria's long history of public protest.

4 – 7 Dec

Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra

Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.

7 Dec – 19 Apr

Westwood | Kawakubo

NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.

Until 13 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

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

10 Dec

Home Comforts: Twilight Tour

In December, enjoy a glass of wine before embarking on an intimate twilight tour of the exhibition.

25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch at Salted Egg

This Christmas Day, dial up the flavour and enjoy a vibrant Southeast Asian feast.

Until 11 Dec

Jazz Blues with Kenneth White

Three hours of soulful jazz blues, with a little Latin, ska and singing.

26 Nov – 18 Jan

Mia Schoen: War Clouds and Weather

Artist Mia Schoen captures the awe and unease of the skies.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic with Self Drive Boat: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

Until 31 Jan

Cocktail Making Class

Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

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

Until 30 Dec

Laugh Lab

Come watch some of Melbourne's best comedians perform in the cosiest cocktail bar in town

Until 24 Dec

Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.

Until 17 Dec

Bar Humbug Comedy

Bar Humbug Comedy is a free weekly stand-up comedy night.

25 Dec

Christmas Day Lunch Buffet at Crowne Plaza Melbourne

Enjoy a Christmas Day buffet by the Yarra River, with seasonal favourites and festive entertainment.

Until 31 Dec

Free Kids Explorer Bus

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

Until 13 Dec

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

Until 3 Jan

Run the Tan: Run Club

Start the weekend off on the right foot with a run around the Tan.

Until 31 Dec

Glass Painting Workshop for Beginners

Make your own glass-painted, quirky night lamp.

Until 25 Dec

Wham, Bam, Thank You Jam

A free weekly improvised musical comedy with a rotation of Melbourne's finest comedians.

Until 31 Dec

Free Guided Walk

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

Until 31 Dec

Melbourne History Tour

Discover Melbourne's most iconic artefacts with an expert guide in a tour across the decades.

Until 9 Feb

Stronger Families, Stronger Communities

Elevating the voices of nine First Nations men exploring themes of strength and cultural pride.

Until 31 Jan

Sangeeta Sandrasegar Atrium Commission

Discover a new textile installation using natural plant dyes in Fed Square's Atrium.