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

Winter Night Market
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Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market returns to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.

The Melbourne Magic Festival
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The Melbourne Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.

School holidays
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School holidays

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

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
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Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club
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Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

Granny Bingo
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Granny Bingo

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

Something Good: Improv Comedy Show
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Something Good: Improv Comedy Show

Enjoy long form improv at its finest, with famous faces dropping by each week.

Steamboat Whistlers

Steamboat Whistlers

Experience the Steamboat Whistlers playing hits, and misses, with the occasional original tune.

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

Run Melbourne

Run Melbourne

Join Melbourne’s largest winter running event in 2025 with over 25,000 runners.

Aboriginal Heritage Walk
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Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Wominjeka: journey into Melbourne Gardens with an Aboriginal guide.

Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion
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Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion

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

State Library Victoria Unlocked
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State Library Victoria Unlocked

On this exclusive tour, gain access to State Library Victoria before the doors open to the public.

Burlesque Life Drawing
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Burlesque Life Drawing

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

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
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Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Zumba with Crystal Blu

Zumba with Crystal Blu

Move your body and soothe your soul.

Cabaret Ridiculous
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Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

Improvised Comedy: The Remix
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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

Forest Therapy
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Forest Therapy

Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.

Winter Jazz Serenades with ade ishs and eMotion Band

Winter Jazz Serenades with ade ishs and eMotion Band

A night of soulful jazz with ade ishs and eMotion Band.

Asian Cinema Collective Presents: Dìdi (2024)

Asian Cinema Collective Presents: Dìdi (2024)

Join the Asian Cinema Collective for a special screening of Dìdi (2024) at the Chinatown Cinema.

The Wrong Gods
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The Wrong Gods

This new work tells a tale of community, family and freedom in the face of impending globalisation.

Mr. McClelland's Finishing School

Mr. McClelland's Finishing School

Enjoy a celebrated night of dancing at Melbourne's longest-running indie-pop dance party.

Tobias Dostal: The Bright Side of Light

Tobias Dostal: The Bright Side of Light

Don't miss this superstar in the world of magic.

Playbound Festival
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Playbound Festival

Melbourne City's winter school holidays festival for kids and their families

Cut it Out: The Art of Collage Poetry

Cut it Out: The Art of Collage Poetry

Learn hands-on techniques to create collages and explore how these methods apply to your writing.

Comedy at the Coopers Inn
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Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Asian Australian Cinema Deep Dive
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Asian Australian Cinema Deep Dive

Enjoy film screenings and talks with acclaimed filmmakers Clara Law and Eddie Fong.

Hakima: Bukjeh

Hakima: Bukjeh

Experience the strength of generations through song, story and memory.

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

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

French Impressionism
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French Impressionism

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

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social
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Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

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

Jeswri: Beyond Hectic

Jeswri: Beyond Hectic

Emerse yourself in the work of Gadigal artist Jeswri for NAIDOC Week.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

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

Flavours of Melbourne Night Trail
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Flavours of Melbourne Night Trail

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

The Finders Keepers Design Market

The Finders Keepers Design Market

This much-loved design market returns in July, bringing Australia's best makers together.

Emerging Artist Award

Emerging Artist Award

An exhibition of early-career works by emerging artists.

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops
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Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

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What's on today

What's on today

Discover free events, epic festivals and shows on in Melbourne today.

What's on this weekend in Melbourne

What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

What's free in Melbourne this month

What's free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

Major events

Major events

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