What's on in May

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Until 29 Aug

Joy

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

Until 25 May

The Outsiders Melbourne

An exhibition of the largest street-art collection in Australia, including a whole room of Banksys.

1 – 11 May

YIRRAMBOI Festival

Hosting 400+ First Nations creatives across 180 performances and activating over 40 venues.

10 May

Barring Yanabul

Part of YIRRAMBOI Festival, setting streets and laneways alight with installations, music and dance.

10 May

Uncle Archie Roach Block Party

Featuring an exciting line-up of local and international First Nations artists as part of YIRRAMBOI.

THE LUME Melbourne

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

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Until 30 Jun

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

Until 28 Jul

Comedy at Spleen

Come along to the city's longest-running comedy night.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

Jacquelyn Stephens and Greg Elms: Above and Below

An exhibition offering a unique visual journey, celebrating the natural world’s stunning contrasts.

Until 30 Jun

The Story of the Moving Image

An ongoing exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

Until 31 Jul

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

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

Until 6 Aug

New to Melbourne Language Exchange

Practise a new language, and make new friends over cheap food and drink.

Until 25 May

Melbourne Out Loud: Life through the lens of Rennie Ellis

Relive Melbourne's culture and fashion through the lens of iconic photographer Rennie Ellis.

Until 31 Jul

Protest Melbourne

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

Until 8 Jun

Paint and Sip Class: Acrylic Art on Canvas

Immerse yourself in the delightful and creative experience of Paint and Sip class.

Until 5 May

Government House Tour

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

Until 31 Dec

Last Post Service

Every Sunday, pause to remember those who have served and sacrificed.