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

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.

Joy
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Joy

Experience an emotive adventure where creativity, colour and storytelling join forces.

Van Gogh
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Van Gogh

See Van Gogh reimagined with a world-first shared VR experience.

Mark Chu: Eat With Our Eyes
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Mark Chu: Eat With Our Eyes

Showing everyday food culture in a wide range of food spaces from supermarkets to wine bars.

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.

Makers Market at The District
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Makers Market at The District

This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.

Bourne Local Market
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Bourne Local Market

Visit the Collins Square retail plaza for curated local market stalls.

Granny Bingo
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Granny Bingo

Melbourne’s cult comedy night hosted by Australia’s nastiest nannas.

Arts Centre Melbourne Tours
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Arts Centre Melbourne Tours

Explore Hamer Hall, the auditoriums, Theatre Building and Public Art Collection.

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.

Hannah Quinlivan: Bound by the Sky
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Hannah Quinlivan: Bound by the Sky

3D drawings explore fragility, resilience and blur lines between fine art and design.

Burlesque Life Drawing
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Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

Asian Comedy Showcase
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Asian Comedy Showcase

See Australia's funniest Asian comedians, from TV and radio as well as up-and-coming stars.

Sports Precinct Walking Tour
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Sports Precinct Walking Tour

Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

4, 5, 6 Club
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4, 5, 6 Club

Join the fortnightly 4, 5, 6 club for an epic after school adventure at North Melbourne Library.

Cabaret Ridiculous
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Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

Improvised Comedy: The Remix
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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

ChalaMAY
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ChalaMAY

A career retrospective of one of Hollywood’s brightest stars, Timothée Chalamet.

Local Lunch Club
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Local Lunch Club

Join this Local Lunch Club and connect with your neighbours at this community gathering.

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What's on in June

What's on in June

Things to do in Melbourne in June, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

Melbourne for free

Melbourne for free

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

Family and kids

Family and kids

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

Major events

Major events

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