What's on this week in Melbourne

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

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

Until 29 Dec

Friday and Saturday Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

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

Until 11 Sep

Beetlejuice The Musical

The hilarious five-star musical must leave Australia on 11 September.

11 Sep

Sacrifice

Jett and Zoe need to sacrifice someone – could it be you?

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.

12 Sep – 23 Nov

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

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

Until 28 Sep

Swagger: Gentlemen of Fashion

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

Until 31 Jan

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

11 Sep

An Elaborate Heist

Master thief Sammy Lake’s just become a free man and he’s already planning his next big score.

Until 27 Nov

Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art

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

Until 28 Sep

Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

Until 20 Sep

Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour

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

13 Sep

Orchestra Victoria: Southbank Series at Spring's Edge

Southbank Series is a rare opportunity to hear Orchestra Victoria take centre stage.

Until 13 Dec

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

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

Until 30 Nov

Forest Therapy

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

Until 5 Oct

Badass Women of Melbourne: Women's History Walking Tour

Take a guided walk to uncover the hidden stories of everyday women who shaped Melbourne.

Until 20 Sep

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

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

Until 5 Oct

French Impressionism

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

13 Sep

Dare to Dream

Join the award winning Choir of Hard Knocks as they celebrate their 19th birthday.

Until 30 Dec

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

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

Until 31 Dec

Shrine Kids

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

13 – 14 Sep

Afterbirth from a Hellmouth

A bamboozling deluge of non sequiturs, nonsensical wordplay, body horror and punk music.

Until 7 Oct

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

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

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

Go on a unique foodie adventure, solving clues, tasting and collecting pre-paid gourmet food.

14 Sep

Jazz and Improvisation Mega Day

Instrumentalists and vocalists of all ages and abilities are invited to take over the MCM.

Until 31 Dec

Yarra Sunrise Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s parks, landmarks and Yarra River at sunrise on this 8km tour with coffee to finish.

Until 8 Dec

Morning Melodies

Celebrating 40 years, the Morning Melodies season will amaze audiences once again.

Until 5 Oct

Kimono

This exhibition displays examples of kimonos from Japanese history.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

12 Sep – 25 Oct

Cannoli Making Class

Learn how to make the perfect cannoli.

Until 4 Oct

Victoria Cattoni, Wendy Howard and Mythra Schwartz

An exhibition of new works by three artists.

Until 28 Sep

The Lark

From the creators of the critically acclaimed Mother, comes the world premiere of The Lark.

14 Sep

Australian New Goldberg Orchestra

A vibrant orchestral performance of works by Mozart, Poulenc, and more.

Until 13 Sep

Destiny

This family drama serves as a potent reminder that the past is always with us.

13 Sep

Special Interest Tour: Unlocking the Collection

Join the Johnston Collection's guides for behind-the-scenes access to hidden treasures.

Until 11 Sep

Silk, Sips and Spins

Artist Sammaneh Pourshafighi transforms MPavilion Parkville with artworks and soundscapes.

Until 12 Oct

Bark Salon

Bark Salon is a large-scale display of First Nations bark painting, with more than 160 works.

12 – 13 Sep

il;speak

Liam Baillie explores collective music as a gateway to connection.

Until 13 Sep

Braden Howard: Muktoraah

An exhibition exploring a fictional world through paint and drawings.