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

Goddess Nights
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Goddess Nights

Celebrate and experience the collective power of Goddess after dark.

Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion
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Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion

An exhibition of on and off screen trailblazers, nonconformists, rebels, agitators and instigators.

Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature
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Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature

Wonder at creatures from the Wizarding World alongside animals from London’s Natural History Museum.

C=O=D=A: Cerith Wyn Evans
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C=O=D=A: Cerith Wyn Evans

Cerith Wyn Evans’ installation returns to NGV, suspending neon light in Federation Court.

Melbourne Craft Fair

Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

Makers Market at The District
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Makers Market at The District

This outdoor undercover family-friendly market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.

Rally4Ever Tennis Program

Rally4Ever Tennis Program

A free tennis program at Powlett Reserve for all community members.

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Kensington Market
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Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of designer fashion, culinary treats, ceramics, homewares and visual art.

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market
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Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

Discover handcrafted treasures made by local artisans.

Docklands Community Market
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Docklands Community Market

A food and craft market in the heart of the Docklands.

NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air

NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air

The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.

MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission: Bethan Laura Wood

MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission: Bethan Laura Wood

An installation that delves into the gendered history of education and transfer of knowledge.

English Learners' Book Club
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English Learners' Book Club

Join this friendly group where English learners connect to discuss books and ideas.

Toys, Tales and Tenacity
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Toys, Tales and Tenacity

This first-of-its-kind exhibition at the Shrine delves into the experiences of children during war.

World of the Book
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World of the Book

One of the world's largest rare books exhibitions, World of the Book is a treat for book lovers.

Wurrdha Marra
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Wurrdha Marra

Sharing the work of First Nations artists across time and place.

The Hypnosis Comedy Club
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The Hypnosis Comedy Club

Step into a world of mesmerising humour every second Thursday of the month.

Old Melbourne Ghost Tour
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Old Melbourne Ghost Tour

Take a spine-chilling journey back in time and explore the rich paranormal realm of Old Melbourne.

Spring Street Grocer

Spring Street Grocer

Cheese, gelato, groceries, coffee and gourmet foods all under one roof.

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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.

The Australian String Quartet: Florescence

The Australian String Quartet: Florescence

A celebration of the string quartet across continents and contexts.