What's on in January
Discover things to do in Melbourne in January, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
Australian Open
An epic fusion of music, entertainment, brand new fan experiences plus blockbuster tennis.
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.
School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Hans Schiebold: Oceans and Urban Landscapes
An retrospective exhibition of paintings featuring ocean landscapes and well-known urban vistas
Vida: Melbourne Latin Summer Festival
Enjoy a weekend festival of art, culture, food and entertainment celebrating Latin America.
Myer Christmas Windows
Take a magical journey with Australia Zoo's favourite wildlife heroes in An Irwin’s Christmas Story.
Rekospective: The Art of Reko Rennie
Reko Rennie's largest presentation of work to date and his first-ever retrospective exhibition.
Laugh Lab at La La Land
Come watch Melbourne's finest up and coming comedians perform in the cosiest cocktail bar in town.
Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
Māreikura - Ka rere te rongoā (the Medicine Flows)
This exhibition of portraits aims to communicate the strength and power of the Māori matriarchy.
Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.
Writing Migration Stories
Explore what happens when people shift from one life to another in this hands-on writing workshop.
Premium Busking Auditions
Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.
Honk: Untitled Goose Exhibition
Explore the cheeky world of the iconic game with playable displays and behind-the-scenes insights.
Tiny Tours: Whale to Tail
Embark on a Whale to Tail adventure, where even the smallest details reveal life's biggest secrets.
Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra bring to life Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Evil Does Not Exist
A small Japanese community is pitted against a conglomerate in Ryûsuke Hamaguchi's acclaimed film.
Bark Salon
Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.
Art Studio Exhibition
This exhibition showcases the range of artistic practices and mediums taught at the VAS Art School.
The Merry Wives of Windsor
A vibrant and eclectic adaption of the great Sir John Fallstaff’s last stand.
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What's on in February
Things to do in Melbourne in February, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Family and kids
Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.
Melbourne for free
Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.