What's on in January

7 – 10 Jan

Shrek the Musical

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure to a far, far away kingdom!

3 Dec – 5 Apr

Moonlight Cinema

Kick back with a film under the stars at Melbourne’s most spectacular open-air cinema.

Until 11 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Playful LEGO Christmas Story Myer Christmas windows.

22 Dec – 28 Jan

School holidays

Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.

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.

6 Dec – 28 Feb

Secret Life of Birds

Spot water birds nesting around Ornamental Lake at Melbourne Gardens on this guided walk.

6 – 7 Jan

Nature Play Melbourne

Delight your child’s senses with free nature play experiences.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

26 Jan

A-League Men: Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC

Melbourne Victory face off against rivals Sydney FC in the Big Blue.

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.

8 Jan

BBL: Melbourne Stars v Sydney Sixers

Come to the MCG and see the Melbourne Stars host the Sydney Sixers.

Until 1 Feb

MJ The Musical

A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.

11 Dec – 26 Apr

DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

22 Jan

The History of Printed Textiles

Join Janet O'Dell for a lecture on the origins and challenges of printed textiles in Europe.

Until 1 Feb

Rigg Design Prize: Next in Design

The Rigg Design Prize is Australia’s most prestigious accolade for contemporary design.

Until 30 Apr

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 8 Feb

Game Worlds

ACMI's new playable exhibition features more than 30 videogames from the 1970s to today.

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 Jan

DIY Craft Workshops

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

2 – 18 Jan

Alice in Wonderland

Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other.

Until 31 Jan

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

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

7 Dec – 19 Apr

Westwood | Kawakubo

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

8 – 25 Jan

Saturday Night Fever

Award-winning Drew Anthony Creative is bringing Saturday Night Fever to Melbourne.

29 Jan

Free Fitness in the Park: Yoga

Stay active with free community fitness classes in parks and gardens across your neighbourhoods.

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 31 May

Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show

See some of Melbourne's best stand-up comedy, every Sunday night.

7 Dec – 22 Feb

Forest Therapy

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

Until 17 May

World of the Book

Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in the 20th anniversary of this annual exhibition.

16 Jan

Steve Sedergreen and Friends

Join the trio and special guests as they put on a jazz show like no other.

21 Dec – 31 Jan

Cats the Musical

Be thrilled by the 40th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking musical, Cats.

13 Jan

BBL: Melbourne Stars v Adelaide Strikers

The Melbourne Stars take on the Adelaide Strikers at the 'G for the First Nations match.

15 Jan

The Neil Diamond Story: Song Sung Blue Tour

Hear the ultimate tribute to one of the world’s most beloved singer-songwriters.

Until 3 Jan

Run the Tan: Run Club

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

8 – 24 Jan

Legends in Concert

Direct from Las Vegas, the pioneer of all tribute shows returns to Melbourne.

3 Jan

A Perfectly Normal Show

Drawing back the curtain on the private life of a 'perfectly normal' heterosexual couple.

10 Jan

A-League Men: Melbourne Victory v Western Sydney Wanderers

Melbourne Victory take on the Western Sydney Wanderers at AAMI Park.