What's on in June

What's free and what's open on the King's Birthday long weekend

Free events, winter markets, family-friendly activities and more.

6 Jun

The Linda Ronstadt Show

Experience a dedicated Linda Ronstadt show, with Lisa Mio and Wild Dreamers.

Until 30 Jun

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.

Until Dec 2026

Cabaret Ridiculous

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

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

Until 9 Jun

A Taste of Melbourne: Laneways, Boroughs, Bites and Brews

Taste the best of Melbourne on a half day city food and drink tour, departing morning or afternoon.

Until 1 Nov

Taste of Combat

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

Until 21 Jun

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.

16 Feb – 15 Jun

Japanese Storytime

Visit City Library for immersive Japanese language storytime.

2 Jun

En Pointe

Featuring the Australian Ballet School's talented students, this show celebrates the art of ballet.

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.

4 Jan – 26 Jul

Dungeons and Flagons

Forge friendships through adventure at Dungeons and Flagons at Fortress.

26 – 27 Jun

Dami Im: Stormy Weather

Spend an intimate evening with multi-platinum and gold-certified artist Dami Im.

Until 1 Nov

Making Memoir of a Snail

Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.

Until 30 Jun

Free Guided Walk

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

Until Dec 2026

Swinging 60s

Did the sixties really swing in Victoria? A new exhibition from the Old Treasury Building.

Until 30 Jun

Protest Melbourne

An exhibition about Victoria's long history of public protest.

Until Dec 2026

The Motley Jazz Jam

Listen to a jazz band followed by an open Jazz Jam, every Saturday.

3 Feb – 25 Aug

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

Until 1 Jun

Government House Tour

Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House.