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

The Art of the Brick Immersive Experience
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The Art of the Brick Immersive Experience

See works of art crafted from LEGO bricks, in an immersive digital space.

Festival@Boyd Southbank
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Festival@Boyd Southbank

Experience music, dance, craft stalls, delectable cuisine and more in the heart of Southbank.

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.

Leonardo Da Vinci
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Leonardo Da Vinci

Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.

The NBA Exhibition
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The NBA Exhibition

The NBA Exhibition is the ultimate one-of-a-kind adventure experience for basketball enthusiasts.

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.

La Dolce Vita: Italian Light and Life by Anthony Bowles
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La Dolce Vita: Italian Light and Life by Anthony Bowles

An exhibition of watercolours and oils featuring Italian scenes.

Library Cinema
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Library Cinema

See contemporary, classic and documentary films on the big screen at Library at The Dock.

Kabarisqué
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Kabarisqué

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

Melbourne Craft Fair
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Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

WICKED the Musical
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WICKED the Musical

Broadway’s biggest blockbuster WICKED has flown into Melbourne.

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.

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.

Carnival of Karactors
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Carnival of Karactors

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

Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
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Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show

A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.

Cheese and Wine Matching
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Cheese and Wine Matching

Explore seven artisan cheese and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.

New Voices in Australian Cinema
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New Voices in Australian Cinema

Watch the best and brightest works from emerging Australian filmmaking talent.

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group
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Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers.

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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.

Poetry and Prose Readings
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Poetry and Prose Readings

Join in the monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.