What's on in July

14 Jun – 6 Oct

Pharaoh

A celebration of 3000 years of ancient Egyptian art and culture through more than 500 works.

12 – 14 Jul

The Finders Keepers Design Market

Australia’s most loved design market returns to Melbourne this July.

26 – 28 Jul

Breaking the Waves

Experience a powerful new opera exploring a young woman’s shocking sacrifices for her husband.

25 – 27 Jul

The Puccini Gala Concert

Experience Puccini's finest music in this star-studded celebration of his contribution to opera.

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.

Until 25 Nov

Library Cinema

See contemporary, classic and documentary films on the big screen at Library at The Dock.

Until 27 Jul

Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

Until 21 Dec

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover unique, handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

Until 20 Jul

Kabarisqué

A monthly cabaret show with a cast of circus and burlesque artists.

Until 28 Jul

WICKED the Musical

Broadway’s biggest blockbuster WICKED has flown into Melbourne.

29 Jun – 14 Jul

School holidays

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

27 Apr – 23 Nov

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

9 Jul – 17 Aug

A Streetcar Named Desire

A take on Tennessee Williams’s masterpiece - a brutal examination of society in transformation.

Until 14 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

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

Until 31 Jul

Mosaic Lamp Classes

Master traditional Turkish mosaic lamp crafting and take home your unique handcrafted piece.

Until 27 Aug

Art, History, Food and Wine Tour

The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.

28 Apr – 29 Sep

Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show

A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.

Until 14 Jul

JXSH MVIR: Forever I Live

The first major solo retrospective exhibition of the late Josh Muir.

Until 31 Dec

Improvised Comedy: The Remix

Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.

Until 8 Jul

Baby Bounce

A fun, interactive session designed for young children and their carers.

17 – 28 Jul

By Jane's Hand

The return of the highly acclaimed celebration of Jane Austen, at La Mama Theatre.

20 Jul

This is Wild!: Bob the Drag Queen

Ditch the couch potato routine and get ready for an evening of belly laughs.

Until 14 Jul

Pinot and Picasso

Enjoy a creative experience built on connection and good times.

5 Jul

Natalie Gauci

Catch award-winning recording and performing artist, producer and songwriter, Natalie Gauci.

Until 14 Dec

Circus Arcana

A tarot themed circus show

Until 25 Aug

Women Work for Victory in WWII

Explore the story of women on the home front during the Second World War.

Until 31 Aug

Nobody Run Club

A free weekly running, coaching and social run group.

18 Apr – 26 Oct

Mystery Basement Bar Hop

Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.

Until 27 Jul

Run the Tan: Run Club

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

27 Jul

Zela Margossian Quintet

Freshly minted contemporary jazz bursting with panache.

27 – 28 Jul

Open House Melbourne Weekend

Explore more than 150 buildings, places and spaces, and be inspired about the future of our city.

Until 31 Jul

Paint and Sip Classes

Paint, sip your own wine and enjoy treats in an easy workshop, with no art skills needed.

19 Apr – 20 Dec

ACMI Preschoolers

A fun, free program created for 2-5 year-olds to enjoy ACMI with their parent, grandparent or carer.

Until 27 Oct

Trenches to Runway: Military Influences on Popular Fashion

Explore the enduring influence of military design on popular fashion.

10 Jul – 4 Aug

Angelina Mirabito: Elastic Heart

A series of abstract paintings inspired by keywords in the lyrics to Sia's song Elastic Heart.

Until 18 Aug

Writing Workshop

Hone your skills with free writing exercises and time to share your work for peer feedback.

Until 25 Aug

Fit for a King: Vincent Jenden Reimagines

This visual feast celebrates the many treasures of The Johnston Collection.

Until 31 Dec

Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit

This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.

Until 25 Aug

A Nation Divided: The Great War and Conscription

An exhibition exploring WWI conscription.

Until 20 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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