What's on in March

5 – 9 Mar

Moomba

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

25 Mar – 19 Apr

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The festival that takes over the city celebrates 40 years of funny - come have a laugh.

25 – 29 Mar

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Australia’s top horticultural event, showcasing creativity, sustainability, and design.

13 – 15 Mar

Trans-Tasman Ice Hockey Challenge

Australia play New Zealand in an epic ice hockey battle.

28 Mar

Culinary Tea Journey

Discover the art of tea in every bite.

8 Mar

AFL Opening Round: St Kilda v Collingwood

Watch the Saints go head-to-head with the Pies.

Until 28 Mar

Piccolo Teatro: Magic Theatre

Specialising in astonishing magic shows and immersive live entertainment.

25 Mar

She Carried On: Women’s Power, Erasure, and Legacy

A Women's History Month talk hosted by Santilla Chingaipe.

10 Mar

Live at Toorak: Sergej Krylov and Konstantin Shamray

Two superstars of Australian music present an evening of rare electricity and emotional depth.

15 Mar

The Devils' Violin

Virtuoso Ilya Gringolts directs the ACO in a program that pushes the violin to its fiery limits.

Until 17 Apr

Best of NGV Australia Tour

Experience Australia through art on this one-hour guided tour of NGV Australia.

Until 16 Apr

Best of NGV International Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection.

27 Mar – 31 Dec

Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness

Discover what lies behind the skin to reveal how our health, emotions and environment impact us.

20 – 29 Mar

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

A 10-day feast bringing the best-of-the-best from Australia and the world, direct to your lips.

Until 5 Apr

Moonlight Cinema

Kick back with a film under the stars at Melbourne’s most spectacular open-air cinema.

Until 10 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 28 Mar

Weekend Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform four days a week during the holidays.

Until 31 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

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

5 – 9 Mar

Moomba Festival Carnival

Rides, attractions and thrills for all ages, every day and night of the festival.

5 – 9 Mar

Fireworks at Moomba Festival

Watch the nightly fireworks display from the banks of the Yarra.

8 Mar

Birdman Rally

Moomba's Birdman Rally returns to the banks of the Yarra for a hilarious display of sportsmanship.

Until 17 Apr

NGV Friday Nights

Experience the NGV as it comes alive after dark

9 Mar

Moomba Parade

The Moomba Parade returns with larger-than-life floats, dance troupes, community groups and more.

18 Mar – 5 Apr

The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey

Jazz, tap and ballet bring Gatsby to life in a dazzling theatrical spectacle.

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.

11 Mar

Mozart's Spring

The Australian Haydn Ensemble (AHE) makes its long-awaited Melbourne debut.

13 Mar

The Great Composers

The very best of three composer tribute shows to Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Harold Arlen.

Until 5 Dec

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

13 Mar

Cherry on Top

A dazzling burlesque variety show hosted by Cherry Charleston featuring sass, sparkle and surprises.

15 Mar

Bliss N Eso, Drapht and Horrorshow: Live at the Gardens

The Live at the Gardens series ends with Bliss N Eso, Drapht and Horrorshow.

Until 30 Jun

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

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

Until 28 Mar

The Magic Table

Experience an immersive 3D dinner show, perfect for curious minds of all ages.

23 Mar – 5 Apr

JJ Pantano: Parental Guidance Required

Cheeky, clever and unfiltered comedy from one of the world’s most exciting young comedians.

21 Mar

AFL Round 2: Richmond v Gold Coast Suns

See the Tigers go head-to-head with the Suns.

26 – 28 Mar

Lucy Best: Unbelievable

The one-woman comedic storyteling show is a roller-coaster ride of true tales.

26 Mar

Crush, Melt, Recycle

Drop by the Library at The Dock Makerspace and discover what really happens to plastic waste.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 11 Mar

Comedy Roulette

Enjoy top comedians and big laughs in a stand-up comedy show with a spontaneous spin.

Until 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Make beautiful mosaic lamps at this Turkish lamp workshop in Melbourne!

12 – 21 Mar

Flora

A dance collaboration tracing the profound influence of major events on the landscape and people.