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 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 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

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

Until 22 Feb

Sunday Laughternoons

End your weekend on a high note with a secret lineup of very good comedians.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

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

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 8 Feb

Slow-Cooked Mutton Cabaret

Two queer post-menopausal post-modern punks making cabaret.

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 Aug

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 8 Feb

Midsumma Festival

Australia's premier queer arts and cultural organisation returns.

Until 30 Apr

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

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

8 – 22 Feb

We May Never Meet Again: The Music of Amy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse's iconic hits, performed by Elly Poletti and an electrifying horn and rhythm section.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic With Friends: Melbourne Laneways

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

Until 11 Feb

Bourke Street Mall Busking

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

8 Feb

Summer Sketching with Alissa Duke

Learn to sketch on location in the historic exhibition house of Fairhall.

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 13 Mar

MJ The Musical

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

Until 1 Mar

Golden Hour Cruises

Experience the magic of the golden hour aboard this extraordinary cruise.

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.

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.

8 Feb

Love Will Save the Day

A celebration of love and disco in the heart of Melbourne's CBD.

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 26 Dec

The Sunday Market at Southgate

Explore the Sunday Market at Southgate and meet the makers.

Until 30 Apr

Mystery Picnic with Self Drive Boat: Melbourne Laneways

Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.

Until 15 Feb

Presence (Performance)

A Midsumma exhibition of six artists responding to the theme of being present/performing.

Until 8 Feb

The Placeholder

A bold new queer play on grief, identity and transition.

Until 26 Apr

DIVA

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

Until 22 Feb

Forest Therapy

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

Until 17 May

World of the Book

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

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...