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

Leonardo Da Vinci
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Leonardo Da Vinci

Explore the legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher at THE LUME.

Joy
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Joy

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

THE LUME Melbourne

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.

Kabarisqué
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Kabarisqué

A monthly cabaret show with a cast of circus and burlesque artists.

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
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Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

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.

Carnival of Karactors
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Carnival of Karactors

A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.

The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens
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The Explorer: Melbourne Gardens

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.

Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum
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Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum

Discover early Melbourne, through architecture, art and artefacts, in an iconic gold rush building.

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group
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Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers.

The Fluid Project
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The Fluid Project

A unique and joyful creative experience located at the Emporium Shopping Centre.

Improvised Comedy: The Remix
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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

Xclusive The Show
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Xclusive The Show

An immersive experience combining circus, dance and burlesque.

Circus Arcana
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Circus Arcana

A tarot themed circus show

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social
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Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language, weekly nights at Diesel Bar.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

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

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

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

Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation with Food
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Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation with Food

Enjoy a unique wine-degustation matched to a four-course meal with a sommelier

ACMI Preschoolers
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ACMI Preschoolers

A fun, free program created for 2-5 year-olds to enjoy ACMI with their parent, grandparent or carer.

Comedy at Spleen: Mondays
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Comedy at Spleen: Mondays

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

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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.

Christmas at Queensbridge Square

Christmas at Queensbridge Square

Take a whirl on the illuminated swings or light-up see-saw in this festive pop-up.