What's on this week in Melbourne

Until 30 Nov

Nonstop DJs

Catch DJs from all corners of the music scene bring the best beats to the Melbourne Museum plaza.

Until 27 Sep

NGV Architecture Commission: Temple of Boom

An outdoor installation in the NGV garden inspired by the The Parthenon.

Until 15 Mar

Summer Night Market

Come along on Wednesday nights for shopping, eating, drinking, live music and sunset vibes.

1 Dec – 26 Mar

Moonlight Cinema Melbourne

Don't miss out on cult classics, blockbusters and family favourites under the stars.

30 Nov

Nocturnal

Nocturnal returns to transform Melbourne Museum with pop-up bars, gallery access and Tkay Maidza.

Until 24 Dec

Santa's Workshop

Say hello to the big man and pose for a photo as Santa and his elves make toys and presents.

Until 25 Dec

Melbourne Town Hall Christmas Projections

Let it glow with the city’s famous Christmas projections.

3 – 4 Dec

Colours of Malaysia Festival

Celebrate the traditions of Malaysia at Queen Vic Market.

4 Dec

Handel's Messiah at Melbourne Town Hall

Don't miss the Royal Melbourne Philharmonic's annual performance of the famous oratorio.

Until 24 Dec

Christmas Pop-Up Playground

Giant swings and a light-up dancefloor take over Queensbridge Square this Christmas.

Until 31 Dec

Melbourne Moderns

Engrossing and visually spectacular psychedelic trip through the modern architecture of Melbourne.

2 – 3 Dec

Basement Comedy Club: Special TV Guests

See Damien Power, Danny McGinlay, Amos Gill, Daniel Connell and more this Friday and Saturday.

Until 28 Jan

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The dazzling new production is guaranteed to make your heart sing.

Until 29 Jan

Bricktionary: The Interactive Exhibition

Discover the biggest and best LEGO creations this interactive exhibition.

Until 15 Jan

Hamilton

The award-winning musical has arrived in Melbourne.

Until 29 Jan

Tyama: A Multisensory Experience of Nature

Discover senses beyond human perception, alongside the animals that use them.

Until 7 Jul

The Rest Is Up To You

Step inside the world of Melbourne Fringe and experience 40 years of festival history.

Until 29 Dec

A Christmas Carol

The Charles Dickens classic starring David Wenham comes to Melbourne this holiday season.

4 Dec

Chocolate and Wine Matching

Join head chef Sigrid de Castella to enjoy truffles matched to wines.

Until 30 Nov

Bourke Street Mall Busking

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

Until 20 Feb

China – The Past is Present

Highlights from the NGV’s collections of Chinese art and design.

Until 29 Jan

Pink Diamonds

Discover the spectacular beauty of pink diamonds.

Until 25 Dec

Row Ho Ho Christmas Installation

Santa and his Christmas dolphins have landed in the Yarra.

Until 23 Apr

TIME • RONE

An immersive, multi-sensory installation adorned with Rone’s haunting signature murals.

30 Nov

Blossom and Berry Degustation With Chef Sigrid

Grab your seat for an indulgent degustation feast themed around edible flowers and berries.

Until 29 Jan

Indigenous Art from the NGV Collection

Discover art that builds on and challenges tradition in Indigenous Art from the NGV Collection.

Until 5 Feb

The Phantom of the Opera

Experience the phenomenon when the spectacular new production comes to Melbourne.

Until 10 Dec

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

Until 6 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

This festive season, the annual display celebrates Disney's 100 Years of Wonder.

Until 12 Dec

Always Live

Enjoy a brand-new Victoria-wide celebration of live contemporary music.

Until 29 Jan

The Global Life of Design

Explore how global trade and supply chains have influenced international design into the modern day.

2 – 4 Dec

The Big Design Market

Shop, eat, play at Melbourne's biggest design market.

Until 30 Apr

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

Until 17 Dec

Friends! The Musical Parody

Celebrate the misadventures of our favourite 20-something pals in life, work and love in 1990s NYC.

Until 26 Mar

Naadohbii: To Draw Water

An exhibition of First Peoples contemporary art from Canada, NZ and Australia.

Until 25 Dec

Elfie Selfie

Create an animated augmented reality Christmas card to share with all your friends.

Until 30 Dec

Tinseltown: Where Everyday Is Christmas

Enjoy a Christmas-themed pop-up.

Until 25 Dec

Christmas in the city

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

Until 24 Dec

Docklands Christmas Maze

Find your holiday cheer at the giant Christmas maze, with amazing prizes to be won.

Until 31 Jan

Potion Putt: A Wizardy Mini-golf Course

Test your magic and wizarding putt-putt skills at this mini-golf course.