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What's on today

Discover things to do in Melbourne today, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

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Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

A 10-day feast bringing the best-of-the-best from Australia and the world, direct to your lips.

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Moonlight Cinema

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

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Weekend Showcase: Basement Comedy Club

See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform four days a week during the holidays.

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Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The festival that takes over the city celebrates 40 years of funny - come have a laugh.

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The Story of the Moving Image

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

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The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey

Jazz, tap and ballet bring Gatsby to life in a dazzling theatrical spectacle.

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Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.

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The Magic Table

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

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JJ Pantano: Parental Guidance Required

Cheeky, clever and unfiltered comedy from one of the world’s most exciting young comedians.

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Lucy Best: Unbelievable

The one-woman comedic storyteling show is a roller-coaster ride of true tales.

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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.

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Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

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

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Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

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

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Free Guided Walk

A free guided walk is the perfect way to enjoy the sunny weather in Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

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Travel Sketching with Watercolour Pencil

Talk a walk around East Melbourne, sketching and learning tips and techniques. Note: sold out

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The Explorer Bus Melbourne

Discover the beauty of this inner-city oasis from the comfort of an open-air minibus.

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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

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

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Cabaret Ridiculous

An hour of variety entertainment that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.

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Improvised Comedy: The Remix

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

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G3 Game

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

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Pressed Flower Lamp Making Workshop

Make your room colourful and vibrant with your own pressed flower lamp.

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Botanica 001: Ikebana Workshop

A contemporary ikebana workshop exploring form, balance and negative space in an intimate setting.

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Skyline Melbourne Easter Egg Hunt

Join Skyline Melbourne and the Easter Bunny for an egg-citing Easter Egg Hunt

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Louise Donovan: Common Ground

Nineteen everyday moments in intimate drypoint by Melbourne artist, Louise Donovan

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Annie Boyle: To All The Boys I've Loved Before

Annie Boyle presents an hour of comedy as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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Laneways Discovery Running Tour

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

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Girl Power Comedy Hour

Let the most hilarious women in Australia cast a spell on you.

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James G Warren: True Blue Christmas Jazz

It's that time of year again - Christmas jazz at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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Festival of Veterans Arts

Enjoy this veteran-led arts festival with exhibitions, performances, workshops and family events.

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Run the Tan: Run Club

Start the weekend off on the right foot with a run around the Tan.

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DIVA

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

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Emma Pask

Enjoy a concert by one of Australia’s most gifted and charismatic jazz vocalists.

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Focus on Wim Wenders

Visit ACMI cinema for a trip through the filmography of Wim Wenders.

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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.

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History and Donuts Walking Tour

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

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Badass Women of Melbourne: Women's History Walking Tour

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

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Anna Pelc: All the Places I’ve Been

A retrospective exhibition that brings together artworks created over the past decade.

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AFL Round 3: St Kilda v Brisbane Lions

See the Saints take on the Lions at Marvel.

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Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

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

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Melbourne Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

Float over Melbourne's iconic landmarks in a sunrise hot air balloon flight.

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