What's on today

Until 5 Apr

Moonlight Cinema

Kick back with a film under the stars at Melbourne’s most spectacular open-air cinema.

Until 31 Dec

The Story of the Moving Image

A permanent exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.

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 28 Feb

Secret Life of Birds

Spot water birds nesting around Ornamental Lake at Melbourne Gardens on this guided walk.

Until 30 Jun

Yarra: Stories of Melbourne's River

Explores the chequered history of the stream we call the ‘city’s river’.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 11 Mar

Comedy Roulette

Enjoy top comedians and big laughs in a stand-up comedy show with a spontaneous spin.

Until 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Make beautiful mosaic lamps at this Turkish lamp workshop in Melbourne!

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

Until 22 Apr

The Harmonix Experience

Expect jazz with swagger and funk with soul, playing every second week at Bird's.

Until 15 Mar

Piotr Sobiesiak: The Night When Clouds Had Dreams

The exhibition presents sculptures from the Polish-born artist’s acclaimed series Nubes Formales.

Until 30 Jun

Laneways Discovery Running Tour

Run Melbourne’s laneways, street art and history on this 8km tour with stories, sights and coffee.

Until 9 Jun

A Taste of Melbourne: Laneways, Boroughs, Bites and Brews

Taste the best of Melbourne on a half day city food and drink tour, departing morning or afternoon.

Until 30 Jun

History and Donuts Walking Tour

History, laneways and donuts – explore Melbourne’s sweet side on this 2.5-hour walking tour.

Until 30 Apr

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

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

Until 11 Feb

Bourke Street Mall Busking

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

Until 13 Mar

MJ The Musical

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

Until 31 Aug

State Library Victoria Unlocked

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

Until 29 Mar

Game Worlds

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

11 Feb

Asian Cinema Collective: Eat Drink Man Woman

Join the Asian Cinema Collective for a special screening of the Ang Lee classic Eat Drink Man Woman.

Until 10 Mar

Hot Air Balloon Dining Experience

Gather with friends and family at The Wharf Hotel's hot air balloon dining pods.

Until 1 Nov

Taste of Combat

Honouring the vital work of the Catering Corps and the evolution of military food.

Until 11 Apr

Hany Armanious: Stone Soup

An exhibition of ordinary objects transformed into near-perfect doubles that unsettle what we know.

Until 9 Dec

Preschool Storytime

Share the wonder of books with your children at storytime at Library at The Dock.

Until 14 Feb

Cameron Grant: Australian Theatres Unveiled

Featuring theatres from around the country, revealing the physical spaces that shape their identity.

Until 28 Feb

Balloon Story

An immersive installation where every world, creature and moment is crafted entirely from balloons.

Until 19 Apr

Westwood | Kawakubo

NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.

Until 20 Feb

Chinese Traditional Cultural Pop-Up Store

Experience living heritage in this interactive and fun cultural pop-up.

Until 27 May

Proudly Presents: Weird Wednesdays

Proudly Presents some of the wackiest line ups and experimental comedy that Melbourne has to offer.

Until 21 Jul

Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour

Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.

Until 9 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

Until 15 Apr

Bar Humbug Comedy

Bar Humbug Comedy is a free weekly stand-up comedy night.

Until 26 Apr

DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

Until 17 May

World of the Book

Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in the 20th anniversary of this annual exhibition.

Until 5 Mar

Yehonatan Koenig: in-Coherence

The first Australian solo exhibition by the guest artist since his relocation from the US.

Until 28 Feb

The Magic Table

Experience an immersive 3D dinner show, perfect for curious minds of all ages.

Until 22 Feb

Lunar New Year at Crown Melbourne

Crown is kicking off the Year of the Horse with a spectacular three week celebration.

Until 28 Feb

Pickleball at Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street

Pickleball returns to the rooftop at Hilton Melbourne.

Until 27 Feb

SAINTS

Prophet, witch or spy? It depends on who gets to light the fire...

Until 30 Apr

Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop

Come and make mosaic coasters and step into the world of colours.