What's on in September

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

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Making Memoir of a Snail

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

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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Experience Melbourne Museum after hours, when the doors stay open and the night belongs to adults.

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Reverb: A Journey into Sound

ACMI and RISING present Reverb: A Journey Into Sound, a major exhibition of vinyl culture and music.

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NGV Friday Nights: Cartier

NGV Friday Nights shine with Cartier, featuring live music, flims, food and drinks.

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SIX the Musical

SIX the Musical makes its royal stage return to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre.

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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

An inspiring, exhilarating, energetic musical memoir.

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RESET: A Festival for Grounding and Growing

Slow down, find joy in the hands-on and discover creative ways to live more sustainably this spring.

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Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest

A bold, cinematic reimagining of the gothic classic.

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Monty Python's Spamalot

A riotous retelling of the adventures of King Arthur and his loyal Knights.

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School holidays

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

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Oktoberfest at Hofbrauhaus

Celebrate German bier, food and music as the Hofbräuhaus Oktoberfest turns 58.

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Oktoberfest at Munich Brauhaus

Enjoy Bavarian feasts, flowing German bier, live entertainment, and all the Oktoberfest festivities.

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Melbourne Festival of Puppetry

Performances, workshops, free events and more, presented around the city.

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Footy Fest

Meet your footy heroes, join a free footy clinic and enjoy live entertainment for the whole family.

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Smoke and Mirrors

Step into an intimate evening of sleight of hand, mentalism, dark storytelling and moody ambience.

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Australian Chamber Orchestra: Mozart’s Last Symphonies

Experience the orchestra at its joyous and inspirational best, performing Mozart's final trilogy.

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Toyota AFL Grand Final Parade

Cheer on the Grand Finalists one last time before the big game.

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Chinatown Lion and Dragon Moon Festival

Chinatown’s twilight Lion and Dragon Dance Mid Autumn Moon Festival returns.

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Outdoor Cinema: Feathers, Fins and Friendship

Catch beloved family-friendly adventure films about human and animal friendships, on the Big Screen.

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Zerial

The ultimate cabaret spectacular, packed with powerhouse vocals, aerial performances and dance.

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Basement Comedy Club: Weekend Showcase

Bringing you the biggest names and best comedians in the country, and beyond.

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State Library Victoria Unlocked

Join an exclusive guided tour and experience State Library Victoria before the doors open.

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Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

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Susannah Bond and Melissa Fraser: Oceans Apart

Contemporary oil paintings capturing the recent travels of artists Melissa Fraser and Susannah Bond.

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Amy Raw Raw ROAR

Psychedelic pop art folk funk blues songs, rapping, poetry, candid stories and more.

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Spartans & Anzacs

This exhibition invites reflection on the enduring values forged in conflict.

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Making Modern Melbourne

This free exhibition examines the tumultuous twentieth century in Melbourne.

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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

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Melbourne for free

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

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Family and kids

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

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What's on in October

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

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Major events

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