What's on in September

22 Sep – 3 Oct

School holidays

Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

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

Until Nov 2026

Making Memoir of a Snail

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

8 Sep

Ray Chen in Recital

The renowned violin virtuoso makes his highly anticipated return to Hamer Hall.

3 – 28 Sep

The Lark

From the creators of the critically acclaimed Mother, comes the world premiere of The Lark.

15 – 25 Sep

I Can: Art Exhibition

An exhibition celebrating the creativity of deaf and hard of hearing youth nation-wide.

4 – 13 Sep

Illume

Drawing together music, visual arts and dance to explore the phenomena of light.

12 Sep – 25 Oct

Cannoli Making Class

Learn how to make the perfect cannoli.

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 11 Sep

Beetlejuice The Musical

The hilarious five-star musical must leave Australia on 11 September.

11 Sep

Sacrifice

Jett and Zoe need to sacrifice someone – could it be you?

20 Sep

Divine Dialogues: Cults & Mysteries in Ancient Greece

Uncover the sacred secrets of ancient Greece in this 'Rituals: Gifts for the Gods' exhibition talk.

12 Sep – 23 Nov

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

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

21 Sep

Grand Organ Recital: Organ Masterpieces

Anthony Halliday, organ virtuoso, plays music by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven and Saint-Saëns.

Until 8 Sep

Granny Bingo

Melbourne’s cult comedy night hosted by Australia’s nastiest nannas.

Until 7 Sep

Cheese and Wine Matching with Sommelier Antony

Explore seven artisan cheese with a sommelier and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.

Until 17 Sep

Comedy Roulette

Enjoy top comedians and big laughs in a stand-up comedy show with a spontaneous spin.

4 Sep

Fullmoonjaye with Infraghosts and Caustic Grip

Experience three incredible queer solo performances featuring immersive mixed media.

Until 13 Sep

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

Until 28 Sep

Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion

Step behind the sartorial scenes to experience the style and elegance of 18th-century gentlemen.

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.

11 Sep

An Elaborate Heist

Master thief Sammy Lake’s just become a free man and he’s already planning his next big score.

Until 27 Nov

Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art

Exploring how Indigenous artists reimagine storytelling today, expanding on artistic traditions.

4 – 7 Sep

KOYA: Shed Architecture

This exhibition will examine the humble shed – called koya in Japanese.

Until 28 Sep

Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

Experience gaming like never before, with state-of-the-art facilities.

Until 20 Sep

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

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