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

Melbourne Fashion Week
Until

Melbourne Fashion Week

Get ready for a week-long celebration of fashion and creativity as M/FW takes over the city.

Oktoberfest at Munich Brauhaus
Until

Oktoberfest at Munich Brauhaus

Dust off your dirndl, press your best lederhosen – it’s time to prost, party and platter.

What's free in Melbourne this month

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

What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
Until

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.

Making Memoir of a Snail
Until

Making Memoir of a Snail

Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.

Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus
Until

Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus

Get ready to embrace your Bavarian spirit – Oktoberfest returns to Hofbräuhaus for the 57th year.

Cannoli Making Class
Until

Cannoli Making Class

Learn how to make the perfect cannoli.

Beneath the Mask

Beneath the Mask

A transformative evening of live music, art, fashion and storytelling.

Little Bourke Street Runway Presented by Emporium Melbourne

Little Bourke Street Runway Presented by Emporium Melbourne

Melbourne’s premier retail destination comes to life against the backdrop of Little Bourke St.

Wicked Wardrobes Exhibition
Until

Wicked Wardrobes Exhibition

An exhibition to delight all Wicked fans and lovers of costuming alike.

The Talented Mr Ripley

The Talented Mr Ripley

From Joanna Murray-Smith comes a ravishing adaptation of this 20th-century thriller.

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Until

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Until

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club
Until

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

Bourne Local Market

Bourne Local Market

Visit the Collins Square retail plaza for curated local market stalls.

Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites
Until

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.

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight
Until

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

The first solo exhibition in Australia for renowned American artist Tschabalala Self.

A Young Adult Creep-Tastic Halloween

A Young Adult Creep-Tastic Halloween

Come along and prepare to be terrified and thrilled by Australia's best Young Adult authors.

Lunch with Laurence Tedesco, Baillieu & Elgee Park

Lunch with Laurence Tedesco, Baillieu & Elgee Park

Barre's next curated lunch features Mornington wines with Baillieu and Elgee Park.

Discover more

What's on in November

What's on in November

Things to do in Melbourne in November, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

Major events

Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

Family and kids

Family and kids

Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.

Melbourne for free

Melbourne for free

Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.