What's on in November

What's free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Until 18 Dec

Sea Shanties and Folk Songs

Join this free weekly celebration of rollicking and spirited singing.

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 29 Dec

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

Until 16 Dec

Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

25 Oct – 29 Nov

Dying: A Memoir

Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.

Until 13 Dec

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Until 3 Dec

English Learners Book Club

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

20 – 22 Nov

Spring Gala: Joyce DiDonato

A special gala performance of Berlioz’s song cycle full of love, loss and longing.

Until 30 Dec

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

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

Until 19 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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

Until 31 Dec

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.

Until 30 Nov

Rewind Forward: Creative in Residence Group Exhibition

Drawing from State archives, artists create works that reawaken Victoria’s historical narrative.

Until 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

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

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

14 Nov – 19 Dec

Much Ado About Nothing

Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love’s ecstasy and complexities.

Until 27 Nov

Comedy in Theory

A weekly comedy show right in the centre of Melbourne.

Until 12 Dec

Government House Community Tour

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