What's on in September

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 11 Sep

Beetlejuice The Musical

The eight-time Tony Award-nominated musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre.

Until 29 Dec

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform every Friday and Saturday.

Until 8 Sep

Granny Bingo

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

23 Jul – 17 Sep

Comedy Roulette

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

Until 13 Sep

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

10 – 28 Sep

The 39 Steps

Four actors, 130 characters and 100 minutes of hilarity.

Until 28 Sep

Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion

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

Until 16 Dec

Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

21 Jul – 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

Until 28 Sep

Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

24 – 26 Sep

An Evening on Broadway

An extraordinary celebration of musical theatre.

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 20 Sep

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.

Until 5 Oct

French Impressionism

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

Until 30 Dec

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language, weekly nights at Diesel Bar.

Until 19 Dec

Government House Garden Tour

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

Until 31 Dec

Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

6 Sep

Poetry and the Metaphysical 'I'

A workshop that will help you open space for invention, deepen emotion and question the poetic ‘I’.

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.

25 Sep

Three Happy Tricks with Martin Heppell

A fun kids show teaching positive mental health strategies through music, stories and laughs.

27 – 28 Sep

Queen Victoria Market Moon Festival

The Moon Festival at Queen Victoria Market celebrates culture, food, and family fun.

14 Sep

Jazz and Improvisation Mega Day

Instrumentalists and vocalists of all ages and abilities are invited to take over the MCM.

Until 31 Dec

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.