A view from above of Marvel Stadium and city buildings.
1 Sep - 30 Sep

What's on in September

Dates

1 Sep - 30 Sep

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

21 Dec - 29 Jan

School holidays

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

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Melbourne Town Hall Tours

Take a tour of one of Melbourne's most iconic buildings.

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20 Aug - 1 Oct

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical returns to Melbourne in 2023.

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19 Sep - 30 Sep

The Australian Ballet: Swan Lake

See this dynamic new vision of a timeless classic.

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16 Nov - 27 Sep

NGV Architecture Commission: Temple of Boom

An outdoor installation in the NGV garden inspired by the The Parthenon.

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Spring Street Grocer

Cheese, gelato, groceries, coffee and gourmet foods all under one roof.

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Mörk Chocolate Brew House

Mörk Chocolate is a specialty hot chocolate company creating chocolate blends in small batches.

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Asado

An Argentinian barbecue restaurant in the heart of Southbank.

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The Boatbuilders Yard

A large open space retaining the heritage and charm of Melbourne's maritime precinct.

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Children's Gallery Melbourne Museum

This is a wondrous place for young children to explore, play and learn.

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Caretaker's Cottage

Smart drinks, top tunes and good times in a beautiful old cottage.

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Chancery Lane

Reimagining timeless charm this European style bistro is suited for any occasion.

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Her Melbourne

A four-storey mega venue celebrating modern food, drinks, music and art.

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Curious

Curious pairs bold concoctions with a menu of small bites and sharing plates.

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Dinosaur Designs

Award-winning Australian designers of handmade resin jewellery and homewares.

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Yarra Botanica

Yarra Botanica is a floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, celebrating Victorian producers.

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Immigration Museum

An exploration of the stories of people from all over the world who have migrated to Australia.

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Hazel

Hazel offers nourishing farmhouse-style cooking in the heart of the city.

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Pidapipo Gelateria

Authentic, artisanal Italian-style gelato in the heart of Carlton's Lygon Street.

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Greta

A daytime European food and wine bar, serving coffee, made to order sandwiches and sweets.

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Rooftop Bar

Enjoy open-air drinks under the setting sun or a starry sky, with city skyline views to match.

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King & Godfree

Catch up for coffee or a meal, or shop for delicious deli items and wine.

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Le Petit Gateau

An indulgent French patisserie serving sweet and savoury treats.

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Lollo

Experience a menu of remixed classics sitting alongside bold innovations.

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Ima Project Cafe

Japanese cafe serving breakfast and lunch sets and dishes made with local, sustainable ingredients.

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GoBoat Melbourne

Be your own captain by renting a picnic boat, with no boat licence required.

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The Moat

Subterranean bar and restaurant underneath the Wheeler Centre serving Italian food.

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Cumulus Inc

This all-day restaurant and bar is a modern icon of Melbourne's food scene.

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Hemingway's Wine Room

Brasserie and Wine Bar that is inspired by seasonality, with dishes based on European fundamentals

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Robot Bar

Small, hidden Japanese retro and pop culture bar serving Japanese whisky, beers and cocktails.

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Ponyfish Island

Floating bar on the Yarra River under the Southbank pedestrian bridge.

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The French Brasserie

The French Brasserie offers a relaxing sanctuary at the top end of town with modern French cuisine.

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The Drunken Poet

With live Irish music, the Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub - cute, cosy and friendly.

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The Q Melbourne

The Quincy Hotel's club lounge bar is on the 28th floor.

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Five Guys

Authentic American-style burgers, fries and shakes.

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ReWine

An environmentally conscious bottleshop with barrels of Australian-made wines.

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The Douglas Club

Set within the Equity Chambers Building, The Douglas Club is the perfect spot for a city drink.

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Metro Hobbies

All your hobby needs under one roof.

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Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.

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Haigh's Chocolates

Fine handcrafted chocolate in a charming heritage-listed building near the The Rialto.

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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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1 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

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