What's on in March

5 – 9 Mar

Moomba

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

Until 30 Apr

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.

Until 31 May

Creative Acts: Artists and their inspirations

Explore the process, passion and practice of five visionary Australian artists.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

11 Dec – 26 Apr

DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

Until 4 Apr

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

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

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.

7 Dec – 19 Apr

Westwood | Kawakubo

NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic with Self Drive Boat: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

14 – 15 Mar

The Game Expo

The Game Expo is the event that celebrates the culture and creativity of gaming.

Until 17 May

World of the Book

Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in the 20th anniversary of this annual exhibition.

14 – 15 Mar

Melbourne CBD Holi Festival of Colours

Be covered in vibrant colours and dance to music at the Treasury Garden's Holi.

28 Nov – 3 May

Let's Party: NGV Fashion for Kids

Step into a vibrant world of colour, creativity and celebration.

Until 1 Apr

MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission: Nipa Doshi

Designer Nipa Doshi explores beauty, plurality and diversity in her handcrafted cabinet.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Sidedoor: 5 Plate South East Asia Tasting Menu

Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.

Until Nov 2026

Making Memoir of a Snail

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

28 Feb – 1 Mar

Fed Square Holi: Festival of Colours

Get ready for a vibrant explosion of colours and fun at the Fed Square Holi Festival of Colours!

Until 31 Mar

Capoeira Angola: Ecamar

A Capoeira Angola class blending martial arts, dance, music and culture.

Until 30 Apr

Chocolate Family Adventure Day

Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.

Until 30 Apr

Family Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic Date: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues and riddles to collect your special gourmet picnic on a unique foodie adventure.

Until 7 Mar

Hidden Melbourne: Ghosts, Murder and Mystery

Take a spine-chilling journey back in time to explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Rooftop Bar Hop

Solve clues to unlock rooftop bars, cocktails, snacks and stunning Melbourne city views.

Until Dec 2026

Fitzroy Gardens Heritage Tour

A journey through the heritage-listed gardens, where history and nature seamlessly blend.

Until 30 Jun

The Grand Tour

An exhibition exploring the history and impact of the 18th-century cultural right-of-passage.

Until 2 Aug

Eucalypts of Hodogaya

An exhibition that reflects on a remarkable story of post-war reconciliation and remembrance.

29 Nov – 19 Apr

The F1 Exhibition

The F1 Exhibition makes its long-awaited debut in Australia.

Until 11 Apr

Rewind Forward: Creative in Residence Group Exhibition

Drawing from state archives, artists create works that reawaken Victoria’s historical narrative.

Until 31 May

Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Until 14 Mar

Spirit of Melbourne Bottomless Brunch

Enjoy a bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River with food, drinks and stunning views.

Until 21 Mar

Thought Experiment

Dive into meaningful 'what ifs' with curious, creative minds.

15 Oct – 12 Apr

Home Comforts

Experience Georgian and Regency family life ‘at home’ at the Johnston Collection.

Until 30 Jun

The Jam

The Jam is a high-energy, full-venue jam with live music, DJs and unstoppable vibes.

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

Seven Star Grill & Pocha

Serving Melbourne’s only matcha makgeolli and authentic Korean modus jeon.

Mesa Verde

A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.

Sweet Canteen

A desserts, pastries, and coffee shop hidden in the colourful Driver Lane.

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

The Flour Melbourne

A French patisserie and cafe serving a mouth-watering selection of cakes, biscuits and pastries.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.