What's on today

Until 25 Dec

Shop to Win

Do your Christmas shopping at Melbourne's iconic shopping spots for your chance to win prizes.

Until 25 Dec

Christmas in the city

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

Until 21 Apr

Yayoi Kusama

From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.

THE LUME Melbourne

Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.

Until 29 Dec

Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical

Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.

Until 16 Feb

Darkfield

Be immersed in an audio experience inside a shipping container when Darkfled returns for the summer.

Until 2 Mar

Hans Schiebold: Oceans and Urban Landscapes

An retrospective exhibition of paintings featuring ocean landscapes and well-known urban vistas

Until 21 Dec

Kabarisqué

A monthly cabaret show with a cast of circus and burlesque artists.

Until 25 Dec

Crown Christmas River Show

Be dazzled by a spectacular water, laser and light show on the Yarra.

Until 22 Dec

Christmas Cinema

See festive films in the stunning Capitol Theatre.

21 Dec – 26 Jan

School holidays

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

Until 5 Jan

Myer Christmas Windows

Take a magical journey with Australia Zoo's favourite wildlife heroes in An Irwin’s Christmas Story.

Until 29 Dec

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.

Until 23 Dec

Nth Pole

Immerse yourself in the ambience of the festive holiday season at Marvel Stadium.

Until 31 May

Punting on the Lake

Glide between the bays and islands of Ornamental Lake on a guided boat cruise.

Until 25 Dec

Christmas Decorations

Christmas comes to life around the city with sparkly decorations spreading festive cheer.

Until 24 Dec

Christmas Carnival

Thrill rides, carnival games and festive food on the banks of the Yarra.

Until 25 Dec

Christmas Square

Discover a Christmas wonderland featuring the city’s giant tree.

Until 31 Jan

Imaginator

An immersive experience that celebrates imagination, technology and play.

Until 27 Jan

Rekospective: The Art of Reko Rennie

Reko Rennie's largest presentation of work to date and his first-ever retrospective exhibition.

Until 25 Dec

Christmas at Queensbridge Square

Take a ride on the light-up see-saw in this festive pop-up.

Until 31 Dec

Melbourne City Christmas Treasure Hunt

Collect a map from Mary Martin Bookshop to go on a magical city treasure hunt.

Until 30 Jun

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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

Until Dec 2025

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

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

Until 31 Dec

The Fluid Project

A unique and joyful creative experience located at the Emporium Shopping Centre.

Until 23 Feb

Māreikura - Ka rere te rongoā (the Medicine Flows)

This exhibition of portraits aims to communicate the strength and power of the Māori matriarchy.

Until 31 Dec

Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

Until 24 Apr

Mosaic Class: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Learn about ancient mosaic art and create a beautiful Turkish lamp.

Until 21 Dec

Natured Studies

Natured Studies featuring Bazin, Grodin and Piggott.

Until 21 Dec

Horse Costume Fight Scene: Lucy Mills

Emerging artist Lucy Mills debuts her newest body of work.

Until 22 Dec

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Heroes in a Half Shell

An exhibition celebrating the 40th anniversary of the franchise.

Until 31 Mar

The Fans Strike Back: The Exhibition

A spectacular showcase of Star Wars memorabilia.

Until 16 Feb

Honk: Untitled Goose Exhibition

Explore the cheeky world of the iconic game with playable displays and behind-the-scenes insights.

Until 30 Jun

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

21 Dec

Yet Another Very Merry Motley Christmas

Join a party of festivities, performances, live music, activities and more.

Until 27 Dec

Free Jazz Arvo at The Motley

Enjoy a free afternoon of fantastic jazz and tasty tipples at this Carlton arts hub.

21 Dec

Cassie's Christmas

Cassie McIvor performs all your favourite Christmas songs.

Until 23 Dec

Craig and Karl Cosmos

Celebrate Summer in the City with Melbourne Central and international artists Craig and Karl.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

Until 21 Dec

Sommelier's Table Wine Degustation with Food

Enjoy a unique wine-degustation matched to a four-course meal with a sommelier