What's on in January

7 – 10 Jan

Shrek the Musical

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

Until 11 Jan

Darkfield

Be immersed in an audio experience inside a shipping container as Darkfield returns for the summer.

12 Jan – 1 Feb

Australian Open

The summer stage for epic tennis, music, entertainment and unforgettable fan moments.

Until 5 Apr

Moonlight Cinema

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

22 Dec – 28 Jan

School holidays

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

Until 6 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

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

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.

Until 28 Feb

Secret Life of Birds

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

Until 25 Jan

Cheese and Wine Matching with Chef or Sommelier

Explore seven artisan cheeses and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.

Until 30 Jun

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.

6 – 7 Jan

Nature Play Melbourne

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

Until 27 Jan

School Holiday Explorer Bus

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

24 Jan

The Fantasy Ball

Midsumma’s first official ball arrives.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Make beautiful mosaic lamps at this Turkish lamp workshop in Melbourne!

13 Jan – 10 Feb

Social Sixes Cricket

Grab your friends and come along for a free social cricket program.

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

Until Dec 2026

Cabaret Ridiculous

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

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.

2 – 25 Jan

Folded Forest

Fold by fold the forest grows – one crease, one creature, one colourful creation at a time.

Until 21 Mar

Burlesque Lounge

Melbourne's sparkling burlesque dinner show experience right in the heart of the city

Until 11 Jul

Run the Tan: Run Club

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

Until 26 Apr

DIVA

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

19 Jan

Lego Robotics and Coding Holiday Program

A workshop for kids aged 6-12 years, providing fun coding challenges to learn Scratch-based coding.

Until 9 Jun

A Taste of Melbourne: Laneways, Boroughs, Bites and Brews

Taste the best of Melbourne on a half day city food and drink tour, departing morning or afternoon.

22 Jan

Mural of Me: Collage Workshops with Nicky Tsekouras

A hands-on workshop to express yourself through colour, texture and playful paper collage.

22 Jan

The History of Printed Textiles

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

21 Jan

Fractured Fairytales: Drama Workshops with Emma Chandler

Step into a world of imagination where fairytales get a delightful twist.

Until 27 Jan

Bloom: By Melbourne Central x Melissa Likes Sushi

Step inside the immersive installation wrapping the historic Shot Tower in vibrant greenery.

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 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

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

6 Jan – 16 Jun

Dead Funny Underground

Free underground comedy: raw, unfiltered stand-up every week.

Until 29 Mar

Game Worlds

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

18 Jan

Midsumma Carnival

Midsumma Carnival launches the 2026 festival with a full day of music, stalls and summer fun.

23 Jan

Status, Scandal, and Home Decoration in 18th-Century Paris

Join Dr Belinda Scerri for an exploration into the lives of widowed noblewomen.

Until 4 Jan

FestiviTea

Gather with loved ones for a delightful year-end catch-up at a Christmas high tea.