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What's on in July

Dates

1 Jul - 31 Jul

Discover things to do in Melbourne in July, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

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State Library Victoria Unlocked

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

An Incan sun mask lying on greenery, part of the Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City virtual reality experience.
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Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City

A 4D virtual reality experience that lets you explore the Incan citadel in the Peruvian Andes.

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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Experience Melbourne Museum after hours, when the doors stay open and the night belongs to adults.

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Melbourne Magic Festival

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

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The Story of the Moving Image

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

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Basement Comedy Club: Weekend Showcase

Bringing you the biggest names and best comedians in the country, and beyond.

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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

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School holidays

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

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Firelight Festival

Melbourne’s epic winter festival returns to Docklands for three fiery nights.

Bluey stage show human and puppet cast with tree background.
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Bluey's Big Play

This is Bluey brought to real life as you’ve never seen it before.

Host Jamila Rizvi, a woman wearing a tweed jacket standing in front of a desk in the State Library Victoria domed reading room.

Salon After D’Arc: The Gift of Heartbreak

Is it truly better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all?

Australian Aboriginal political activist Robbie Thorpe, holding a microphone in front of the Aboriginal flag.
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Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Female cast members from the musical Pride & Prejudice performing in Regency style costumes on a stage, all wearing yellow rubber gloves and singing into microphones they are holding.
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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

The musical comedy sensation, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), premieres in Melbourne.

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Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

Black and white photograph of a busy Melbourne city intersection with trams, cars, people crossing the road, and buildings, dating from around the 1950s or 1960s.
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Making Modern Melbourne

This free exhibition examines the tumultuous twentieth century in Melbourne.

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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

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Thursday Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange and Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language.

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School Holiday Explorer Bus

Children ride for half-price on the Kids Explorer Bus during the school holidays.

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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.

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Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

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Heartbreak Hotel

The sold-out RISING hit Heartbreak Hotel returns to steal your heart again.

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Stardom: Holiday Program

A full-day creative writing workshop devoted to big dreams and limelights, for ages 10-14 years.

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Bedtime Storytime

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

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Cabaret Ridiculous

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

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Sit N Stitch

Come along with your latest project to sit, stitch and chat with a group of like minded creatives.

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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

Performer Magical Katrina, seated on the ground wearing a blue dress surrounded by decks of playing cards and other magic props.
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Magical Katrina The Whimsical Witch

Starring Magical Katrina, direct from Hollywood

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Local Lunch Club

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

Magician Duck Cameron, a man seated on a small black couch with his hands held up in front of his face, with fingertips touching.
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Duck Cameron: Conjurer

See Duck Cameron, one of the most booked entertainers throughout Asia.

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Pressed Flower Lamp Making Workshop

Make your room colourful and vibrant with your own pressed flower lamp.

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Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.

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Japanese Storytime

Visit City Library for immersive Japanese language storytime.

Two teen students writing on notebooks or into laptops and interacting at a table, as part of a creative writing workshop in a studio setting.

Treasure Hunters: Holiday Program

A creative writing workshop devoted to ancient relics and adventure, for ages 7-10 years.

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Stompers

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

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Are You Lonely Tonight? I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry

A group exhibition around the theme of loneliness, at the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art.

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Old Ideas, New Stories

Enjoy a performance from the MSO Chamber.

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Run the Tan: Run Club

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

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Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

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Comic Book Wonder Daze Holiday Program

Join the fun of creating a floor length comic in fun one-hour workshops these school holidays.

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Rome: Empire, Power, People

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

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