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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.
Dungeons and Flagons at Home
Forge friendships and bring your fantasy to life at this online Dungeons and Dragons event.
The Great Fed Square Heist
A virtual treasure hunt around Fed Square, with real prizes up for grabs.
Animals at Home: Live Stream Melbourne Zoo
Stay connected with your favourite animal from home, work or anywhere.
She-Oak And Sunlight: Australian Impressionism Virtual Tour
Experience NGV's She-Oak and Sunlight: Australian Impressionism exhibition virtually.
Maree Clarke: Ancestral Memories Virtual Tour
Explore the major retrospective of the Melbourne-based artist and designer.
Goya: Drawings from the Prado Museum Virtual Tour
Explore this world-exclusive exhibition in a 3D virtual tour.
Unfinished Camp
Films from three artists that explore the future of art in a decentralised world.
Michael Camakaris: Blindside Artist Mentorship Initiative
An online exhibition curated by Michael Camakaris.
The Problematic Statue with Geoffrey Edwards
An online lecture on the removal of public statues over the centuries.
Vita Sackville-West: Poet, Novelist, Creator of Sissinghurst
An online lecture on Vita and her inspirational garden.
Seeing Eye Dogs Puppy Carer Information Session
Could you care for a future seeing eye dog this year.
The Problematic Statue with Geoffrey Edwards
An online talk exploring the desecration of public monuments.
Ross Gibson: head_phone_film_poems
Virtual exhibition of films creatively remixing ‘readymade’ footage.
Sleep at the ’G at Home
Sleep in your car, outside in your backyard or on your couch, and put homelessness to bed.
Ghastly Ghosts and Ghouls
La Trobe University's Leanne McNamara looks at the monstrous undead from the Ancient World.
Mission to Seafarers Maritime Art Prize and Exhibition
View online and see the winners on display at the Mission.
Can't Stop the Music with Suzanne Bravery
Online lecture exploring house museums of Grieg and Mozart.
North Melbourne Book Club
Looking for a book club that will broaden your reading horizons? Join North Melbourne Book Club.
Melbourne Book Club
Love reading books inspired by, about and made in Melbourne? This book club is for you.
Camille Henrot: Is Today Tomorrow Virtual Tour
Experience NGV's Camille Henrot: Is Today Tomorrow exhibition virtually.
Berlin
Spine-tingling romantic thriller Berlin is now available to enjoy online with MTC Digital Theatre.
Free Lunchtime Meditation
Discover the peace of meditation in these free meditation sessions - in person or online.
Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
Showcasing the very best documentaries from around the world, all streamed online.
I Am Nature: Lizard
Join for a live online workshop for preschoolers to celebrate Children’s Week.
Salt+Loving; Halophile
An online exhibition examining the similarities and slippages between salt and love.
The Story of Tartan with Kenneth Park
Hear an online lecture on Scotland's iconic chequered cloth.
Get Writing! Online
Join an online workshop for some writing motivation or to help shake off writer's block.
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