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

Pierre Bonnard: Designed by India Madhavi

Pierre Bonnard: Designed by India Madhavi

Presenting the iridescent paintings of Bonnard with immersive scenography by India Mahdavi.

Lightscape

Lightscape

The extraordinary after-dark experience returns to Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

Replay Festival

Replay Festival

Comedy Republic presents a return season of the hit comedy shows you missed or want to see again.

Electric Fields and MSO

Electric Fields and MSO

Electric Fields returns to Hamer Hall for a special encore performance with the MSO.

FIFA Women's World Cup Fan Festival

FIFA Women's World Cup Fan Festival

Enjoy all the matches on the big screen, interactive experiences, plus food and drinks.

Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

The greatest love story ever told.

Midnight The Musical

Midnight The Musical

A major new musical that is sure to delight audiences young and old.

One Song: The Music of Archie Roach

One Song: The Music of Archie Roach

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and guests celebrate the legacy of Archie Roach.

Winter Night Market

Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market is back at Queen Victoria Market.

Imaginator
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Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature
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Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature

Wonder at creatures from the Wizarding World alongside animals from London’s Natural History Museum.

Nitel: An Exhibition of First Nations Artists
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Nitel: An Exhibition of First Nations Artists

An exhibition of artworks by five women from the Bendigo region on Dja Dja Wurrung country.

Bastille Day French Festival

Bastille Day French Festival

The joie de vivre returns to Melbourne this July, launching celebrations of the French National Day!

African Festival

African Festival

Enjoy a cultural immersion in all things Africa.

& Juliet
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& Juliet

The award-winning musical of the greatest love story ever remixed.

Shadow Spirit

Shadow Spirit

An exhibition of First Peoples’ spirits, time travel and memory within Flinders Street Station.

The Rink at RISING
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The Rink at RISING

Strap in and get orbital with riverside ice-skating under a galactic big top.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

School holidays

School holidays

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

Chef's Table: Eight-Course Themed Degustation Dinner

Chef's Table: Eight-Course Themed Degustation Dinner

Grab your seat for an indulgent 8-course themed feast with Chef Sigrid.

Wine Tasting and Canapés with St Ignatius Vineyard

Wine Tasting and Canapés with St Ignatius Vineyard

Taste seven wines matched to canapés with sommelier Antony Anderson.

Choux and Shots Matching with Chef Sigrid

Choux and Shots Matching with Chef Sigrid

Learn about choux and cocktail matching with Chef Sigrid.

Goddess Nights
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Goddess Nights

Celebrate and experience the collective power of Goddess after dark.

NGV Architecture Commission: Temple of Boom
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NGV Architecture Commission: Temple of Boom

An outdoor installation in the NGV garden inspired by the The Parthenon.

The Space of Colour Exhibition
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The Space of Colour Exhibition

Come along to an exhibition by local artist Wendy Grace.

The Rocky Horror Show
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The Rocky Horror Show

One of the world's favourite musicals is coming to Melbourne this May.

Melbourne Street Art Tours
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Melbourne Street Art Tours

Local guides treat you to some of Melbourne's underground treasures.

Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion
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Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion

An exhibition of on and off screen trailblazers, nonconformists, rebels, agitators and instigators.

The Melbourne Magic Festival

The Melbourne Magic Festival

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

The Rest is Up To You
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The Rest is Up To You

Step inside the world of Melbourne Fringe and experience 40 years of festival history.

Library Cinema
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Library Cinema

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

Kids Holiday Workshop: Freehand Street Art

Kids Holiday Workshop: Freehand Street Art

Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist.

Wine and Cheese Matching with Artisa Tasmania and Chef Sig

Wine and Cheese Matching with Artisa Tasmania and Chef Sig

A guided tasting of six artisan plant-based cheeses matched to six vegan-friendly wines.

Melbourne Now
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Melbourne Now

Explore the talents of over 200 Victorian-based creative practioners in Melbourne Now 2023.

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

Music Matinee
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Music Matinee

Live and free fine music at lunchtime on Tuesdays in the city.

Rembrandt: True to Life

Rembrandt: True to Life

This exhibition follows the work of the seventeenth-century Dutch master.

The Finders Keepers

The Finders Keepers

Visit Australia’s leading design marketplace as they celebrate 15 years of making market magic.

Wet Sunday Sessions
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Wet Sunday Sessions

Come along for a drink, a swim and a bite and enjoy panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline.

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

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What's on in August

What's on in August

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

Melbourne for free

Melbourne for free

Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.

Major events

Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

Family and kids

Family and kids

Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.