What's on this week in Melbourne

Until 4 Aug

La Dolce Vita: Italian Light and Life by Anthony Bowles

An exhibition of watercolours and oils featuring Italian scenes.

27 – 28 Jul

Open House Melbourne Weekend

Explore more than 150 buildings, places and spaces, and be inspired about the future of our city.

Until 29 Dec

Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical

Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.

Until 6 Oct

Pharaoh

A celebration of 3000 years of ancient Egyptian art and culture through more than 500 works.

Until 24 Aug

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.

Until 27 Jul

Melbourne Craft Fair

Enjoy a contemporary craft fair at Queen Victoria Market.

Until 4 Aug

Lightscape

The immersive Melbourne hit returns to transform Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne after dark.

Until 5 Jan

The Sunday Market at Southgate

Meet makers and artists at this three-level, undercover market.

Until 25 Aug

WICKED the Musical

Broadway’s biggest blockbuster WICKED has flown into Melbourne.

Until 23 Nov

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

Until 17 Aug

A Streetcar Named Desire

A take on Tennessee Williams’s masterpiece - a brutal examination of society in transformation.

Until 22 Sep

Winter Igloos

These cosy igloos offer the ultimate winter dining experience.

Until 6 Oct

Ancient Egypt for Kids

A free exhibition for kids with objects, hands-on activities, and cinematic screenings.

Until 29 Sep

Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show

A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.

Until 6 Sep

Private Dining at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium

Indulge in Melbourne's only marine life dining experience.

Until 18 Aug

60 Views of Melbourne

Photographs by 19 local Melbourne artists who are inspired by the city.

Until 25 Jan

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.

Until 12 Dec

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers.

Until 31 Dec

The Fluid Project

A unique and joyful creative experience located at the Emporium Shopping Centre.

Until 31 Dec

Improvised Comedy: The Remix

Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.

Until 28 Jul

By Jane's Hand

The return of the highly acclaimed celebration of Jane Austen, at La Mama Theatre.

Until 29 Dec

Melbourne's Brunch Afloat

Enjoy a two-hour bottomless brunch cruise along the Yarra River.

Until 28 Jul

Two Remain

The first opera to portray the persecution of gay men during the Holocaust.

Until 27 Jul

Motley Jazz

See some of Melbourne’s finest jazz musicians at this free event at The Motley Bauhaus.

Until 3 Aug

Moombarra

Craft presents Moombarra, curated by renowned Wadawurrung artist Kait James.

Until 20 Oct

Poetry and Prose Readings

Join in the monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Until 3 Aug

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.

Until 10 Aug

Christopher Langton: Afterglow

An installation of strange and seductive figures from pop sculptor and installation artist Langton.

Until 31 Aug

Nobody Run Club

A free weekly running, coaching and social run group.

Until 26 Oct

Mystery Basement Bar Hop

Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.

Until 16 Dec

Comedy at Spleen: Mondays

Come along to the city's longest-running comedy night.

Until 8 Sep

Fit for a King: Vincent Jenden Reimagines

This visual feast celebrates the many treasures of The Johnston Collection.

Until 19 Dec

Comedy in Theory

A comedy show in the centre of Melbourne, featuring some of the brightest rising stars.

27 Jul

Zela Margossian Quintet

Freshly minted contemporary jazz bursting with panache.

Until Jun 2025

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

27 Jul

AFL Round 20: Melbourne v GWS Giants

Head to the MCG this Saturday night as Melbourne play host to GWS Giants.

Until 19 Dec

Flavours of Melbourne Night Trail

An evening of culinary delights, cultural exploration and memorable moments.

28 Jul

AFL Round 20: Collingwood v Richmond

Head to the MCG this Sunday as Collingwood play host to Richmond.

Until 1 Sep

Future Remains: The 2024 Macfarlane Commissions

This partnership supports ambitious new projects by emerging to mid-career artists.

Until 31 Jul

Memo Akten: Distributed Consciousness

A digital work merging human and non-human consciousness – via the AI musings of octopus critters.