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.

14 Jan – 22 Feb

Loving: Photographs of Men in Love 1850s to 1950s

A rare collection of vintage images depicting male couples between the 1850s and 1950s.

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.

Until Dec 2026

The Story of the Moving Image

A permanent exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

Until 28 Mar

Holiday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform four days a week during the holidays.

Until 28 Jan

School holidays

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

Until 11 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

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

2 Jan – 17 Apr

NGV Friday Nights

Experience the NGV as it comes alive after dark

10 – 17 Jan

NGV Kids Summer Festival

Enjoy a week of free activities and events just for children and families these school holidays.

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.

14 – 25 Jan

Duck Pond: Swan Lake Gone Wild

Experience a breathtaking collision of artistry, acrobatics, and humour.

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 28 Feb

Transmutation: Our Origin Stories

Journey into stories of origin, transformation and cultural inheritance.

Until 27 Jan

School Holiday Explorer Bus

Children ride for half-price 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 28 Mar

Agave Spirits: Tequila Versus Mezcal Tasting and Lunch

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

Until 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

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

Until 16 Apr

Best of NGV International Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection.

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.

31 Jan – 28 Mar

Travel Sketching with Watercolour Pencil

Talk a walk around East Melbourne, sketching and learning tips and techniques along the way.

Until Dec 2026

Cabaret Ridiculous

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

8 Jan – 5 Mar

Laughs on Tap

A hilarious night of laughter, cheap tickets and cheap drinks.

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.

24 Jan

MoCo: Summer Break

Experience the new-wave of Naarm drag for one night only.

Until 23 Jan

No Scripts Given: An Improvised Comedy

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

Until 30 Jun

Laneways Discovery Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s laneways, street art and history on this 8km tour with stories, sights and coffee.

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 21 Mar

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Until 26 Apr

DIVA

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

6 – 20 Jan

The Magic Workshop

A school holiday workshop taking you into a world of secrets and mind-boggling twists and turns.