
What's on in September
Discover things to do in Melbourne in September, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
School holidays
Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.
Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature
Wonder at creatures from the Wizarding World alongside animals from London’s Natural History Museum.
Pierre Bonnard: Designed by India Madhavi
Presenting the iridescent paintings of Bonnard with immersive scenography by India Mahdavi.
Oktoberfest at Hofbräuhaus
Experience Melbourne's oldest Oktoberfest celebration in the heart of Chinatown at Hofbrauhaus.
RELICS: A New World Rises
A unique new exhibition where real-world artefacts meet the ingenious world of LEGO!
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
The Friends Experience
Recreate your favourite scenes and celebrate iconic moments at the interactive Friends Experience.
Fitzroy Gardens Spring Super Sleuth
Take the detective challenge and help Kylie Kangaroo find her lunch.
Play Capitol Arcade
Discover a hidden street arcade to follow a trail of arcade games embedded in shops and cafés.
Laneways, Small Shops and Arcades
Explore Melbourne's laneways and arcades, and meet the small retailers that live there.
THE LUME Melbourne
Immerse yourself in Connection – breathtaking stories through First Nations art and music.
Wellness at THE LUME Melbourne
Join Happy Melon Studios for an immersive and multi-sensory yoga experience at THE LUME.
Library Cinema
See contemporary, classic and documentary films on the big screen at Library at The Dock.
Walsh Street Guided Tour
Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.
Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.
Kids Holiday Workshop: Freehand Street Art
Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking spots.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover family-friendly market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Carnival of Karactors
A rotating cast of steamy, sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
Face Me: Portraits of a Collegiate Community
Celebrating the works within Trinity College's Australian portraiture collection.
Lost Jobs: The Changing World of Work
Find out about the work of a ‘nightman’, a ‘scoop boy’, and a phrenologist.
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Melbourne for free
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Family and kids
Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.
What's on in October
Things to do in Melbourne in October, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.