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What's on in October
Dates 
1 Oct - 31 Oct
Discover things to do in Melbourne in October, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
What's free in Melbourne this month
Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.
What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Big Games Night Out
Fed Square transforms into a realm of games-themed fantasy for a massive free celebration.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3,000sqm of immersive space.
Scott McKernan: Sensual Sheets and Natural Textures
An exhibition of anamorphic stipplings featuring local flora, and everyday objects.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Melbourne Marathon Festival
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival returns to Australia’s sporting capital.
RMIT 100 Years Film Festival
RMIT is running the 100 Years Film Festival to help celebrate the centenary of The Capitol.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher at THE LUME.
Safe Teddy Bear Stompers
Celebrate Children's Week at narrm ngarrgu Library and enjoy bear-themed books, songs and craft.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
The Finders Keepers Design Market
Australia’s most-loved design market returns to Melbourne this October.
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What's on in November
Things to do in Melbourne in November, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Family and kids
Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.
Melbourne for free
Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.