What's on in September

7 – 17 Jul

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.

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 1 Sep

Granny Bingo

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

Until 13 Sep

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

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.

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.

Until 13 Dec

Circus Arcana

Experience a mystical tarot-themed circus show at Club Voltaire.

6 Jun – 5 Oct

French Impressionism

The Melbourne Winter Masterpieces exhibition from the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

Until 19 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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

Until 7 Oct

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

17 May – 20 Dec

Creative Society Markets

A new monthly market held in The Atrium at Fed Square.

8 Sep

Ray Chen in Recital

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

Until 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

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

4 Jun – 5 Oct

Kimono

This exhibition displays examples of kimonos from Japanese history.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

18 Aug – 13 Sep

Destiny

This family drama serves as a potent reminder that the past is always with us.

Until 12 Oct

Bark Salon

Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.

10 May – 6 Sep

Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.

Until 12 Dec

Government House Community Tour

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

Until 13 Sep

Saboteurs

An 'Among Us' style game played in real life.

Until 7 Sep

Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

Until 18 Dec

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers, for seasoned strummers or beginners.

Until 13 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and magic performers.

Until 4 Sep

Amazing Autumn Jazz with Mark Morand

Three hours of jazz classics with legendary guitarist, Mark Morand.