What's on this week in Melbourne

Until 25 Dec

Myer Santaland

Follow the festive fun at Santaland where kids can meet Santa or ride the Santaland Express.

Until 11 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Playful LEGO Christmas Story Myer Christmas windows.

Until 24 Dec

Photos with Santa at David Jones

Make this Christmas one to remember with a magical Santa experience like no other.

Until 29 Dec

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

Until 21 Dec

Poetry and Prose Open Mic Readings

Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites

Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.

Until 23 Nov

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

The first solo exhibition in Australia for renowned American artist Tschabalala Self.

Until 23 Dec

Critical Hits Music Bingo

Play free pop-culture themed music bingo, every Tuesday at Fortress.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

Until 23 Nov

Significant Trees Exhibition

Enjoy an exhibition of artwork of trees, meet the artists and buy a book or a print.

Until 18 Dec

Best of NGV International Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection.

Until 23 Nov

The Westin Spring High Tea

Experience indulgent seasonal high tea in the surrounds of the Lobby Lounge.

Until 13 Dec

Gorilla Theatre

Improvisers take to the stage braced with daring ideas and a vision to create unscripted theatre.

23 Nov

Mina Yu Quartet with Strings: Studio Ghibli

Immerse yourself in the melodies and soundscapes of Studio Ghibli films with Mina Yu.

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

Until 23 Nov

Jo Ryan: Lettr4ms

Letters combine and intertwine to create sculptures that make us lose sight of the letter.

Until 27 Nov

Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art

Exploring how Indigenous artists reimagine storytelling today, expanding on artistic traditions.

21 Nov

Bauhaus Burlesque: The Salon

Bauhaus Burlesque invites you to The Salon, a captivating fusion of performance, art, and cabaret.

Until 17 Dec

Wiz Quiz Wednesdays

A night of wit, wigs and well-informed nonsense, hosted by the scandalously brilliant Adore Händel.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

Experience gaming like never before, with state-of-the-art facilities.

22 Nov – 13 Dec

Walsh Street Guided Tour

Explore Robin Boyd’s iconic residence at 290 Walsh Street on a guided tour.

Until 29 Nov

Dying: A Memoir

Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.

Until 4 Dec

ColourCoded Exhibition

ColourCoded is a vivid exploration of colour in contemporary jewellery.

Until 30 Nov

Matinees at ACMI Cinemas

Celebrate cinema with a thoughtfully curated line-up of films from Australia and around the world.

Until 22 Nov

Hyper Birrarung

An exhibition exploring our relationship with the river and the city.

Until 1 Feb

MJ The Musical

A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.

Until 13 Dec

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Until 30 Nov

An InterContinental Spring Afternoon Tea

Step into a season of blooms with this delicious spring afternoon tea.

Until 20 Nov

Comedy in Theory

A weekly comedy show right in the centre of Melbourne.

22 Nov

Family Museum Sleepovers

Join in at Melbourne Museum for the sleepover of a lifetime.

20 – 22 Nov

Spring Gala: Joyce DiDonato

A special gala performance of Berlioz’s song cycle full of love, loss and longing.

20 – 26 Nov

Bourke Street Mall Busking

Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.

Until 1 Feb

Rigg Design Prize: Next in Design

The Rigg Design Prize is Australia’s most prestigious accolade for contemporary design.

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 3 Dec

Festive Native Wreath Workshop

Make a unique wreath with native plants and flowers for your door this festive season.

Until 31 Dec

Shrine Kids

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

Until 30 Apr

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaics from start to finish.

Until 8 Feb

Game Worlds

ACMI's new playable exhibition features more than 30 videogames from the 1970s to today.

22 Nov

Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations

Create and decorate your own pressed tin ornaments in this fun workshop.