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.

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club
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Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform every Friday and Saturday.

Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites
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Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites

Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.

Comedy at the Coopers Inn
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Comedy at the Coopers Inn

A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.

English Learners Book Club
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English Learners Book Club

English Learners’ Book Club, where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

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

Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.

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.

Government House Garden Tour
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Government House Garden Tour

Take a morning or twilight tour of the Government House gardens.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways
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Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.

Morning Melodies
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Morning Melodies

Celebrating 40 years, the Morning Melodies season will amaze audiences once again.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

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

Bossa Nova Jazz with Ian Andrews
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Bossa Nova Jazz with Ian Andrews

Three hours of soulful jazz in a romantic hidden bar.

Bark Salon
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Bark Salon

Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.

Government House Community Tour
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Government House Community Tour

Take a tour of the State Apartments of Victoria's Government House.

Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal
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Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal

Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.

Polly Woodside Open Day
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Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

Protest Melbourne
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Protest Melbourne

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

Carnival of Karactors
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Carnival of Karactors

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

Jazz Blues with Kenneth White
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Jazz Blues with Kenneth White

Three hours of soulful jazz blues, with a little Latin, ska and singing.

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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.