What's on in July

Until 31 Aug

State Library Victoria Unlocked

On this exclusive tour, gain access to State Library Victoria before the doors open to the public.

Until 10 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.

29 Jun – 11 Jul

Melbourne Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

Until 31 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

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

Until 5 Dec

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

Until 15 Dec

Bedtime Storytime

Hop into your pyjamas, grab your favourite teddy and enjoy bedtime stories.

Until 26 Dec

Cabaret Ridiculous

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

21 Feb – 26 Jul

Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

Until 12 Dec

Local Lunch Club

Live well, eat well, together at Kathleen Syme Library.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

Experience gaming like never before, with state-of-the-art facilities.

25 Jul

Old Ideas, New Stories

Enjoy a performance from the MSO Chamber.

Until 11 Jul

Run the Tan: Run Club

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

1 Apr – 25 Oct

Rome: Empire, Power, People

This Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Ancient Rome.

4 Mar – 2 Dec

English Learners' Book Club

A place where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

Until 30 Aug

Badass Women of Melbourne: Women's History Walking Tour

Take a guided walk to uncover the hidden stories of everyday women who shaped Melbourne.

Until 31 Aug

Melbourne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Float over Melbourne's iconic landmarks in a sunrise hot air balloon flight.

Until 21 Jul

Footsteps Through Time: Melbourne's History Walk

Step into Melbourne’s past on this two-hour guided walking tour of laneways and hidden stories.

Until 14 Jul

Critical Hits Music Bingo

Play free video game and pop-culture themed music bingo, every Tuesday at Fortress.

Until 7 Dec

Songbirds

Visit Southbank Library on Mondays for Songbirds, with songs, rhymes and stories for littlies.

Until 1 Nov

Taste of Combat

Honouring the vital work of the Catering Corps and the evolution of military food.

Until 9 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at storytime at Library at The Dock.

23 Jul – 9 Aug

Mackenzie

A camp, dark and deranged retelling of Macbeth, set in the heights of early 2000s TV stardom.

Until 26 Dec

The Sunday Market at Southgate

Explore the Sunday Market at Southgate and meet the makers.

Until 21 Jul

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

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

Until 9 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

Until 7 Dec

Stompers

Enjoy fun stories, songs, rhymes and activities at Kathleen Syme Library every Monday.

20 Mar – 13 Sep

FUTURE COUNTRY: Country Road + NGV First Nations Commissions

The second iteration of the Country Road and NGV First Nations Commission initiative.

14 Jul

Open Rehearsal with Tabita Berglund

Take a peek behind the scenes at an open rehearsal with conductor Tabita Berglund.

Until 8 Dec

Stompers

Bring your child to Library at The Dock on Tuesdays for a lifelong love of books.

22 Jun – 25 Jul

Losing Face

Strap in for a perimenopausal Weekend at Bernie’s – a wildly funny, no-holds-barred new comedy.

2 Jul

Ambition and the Aftermath

Join a panel of experts for this riveting conversation about ambition in Shakespeare’s plays.

Until 11 Dec

Songbirds

Come along to City Library on Fridays for songs, rhymes and stories.

4 Mar – 12 Jul

Play School: Come and Play

A hands-on, playful exhibition where families can discover how the beloved TV show comes to life.

16 – 18 Jul

Andrea Lam plays Tchaikovsky

Embark on a Nordic musical journey with Norwegian conductor Tabita Berglund.

4 Jul

Jemma Cher

Jemma brings something special to jazz, gospel and R&B repertoires.

Until 26 Jul

Dungeons and Flagons

Forge friendships through adventure at Dungeons and Flagons at Fortress.

Until 30 Sep

The Complete Melbourne Walking Tour

Uncover the best of Melbourne's laneways, history and more in this three hour walking experience.

Until 25 Jul

Cocktail Making Class

Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.

21 Jul – 22 Aug

Uncle Vanya

Chekhov’s timeless tale, full of mordant wit, unrequited love and longing, finds new life.

5 Jul

Melbourne Tartan Festival

Enjoy the Melbourne Tartan Day Parade with pipers, highland dancing, poetry readings and wee dogs.