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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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Basement Comedy Club: Weekend Showcase

Bringing you the biggest names and best comedians in the country, and beyond.

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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 Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

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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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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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Tote Bag Block Printing Workshop

Style your bag just the way you like it with block printing in this beginner's workshop.

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Arts Centre Melbourne Tours

Explore the rich heritage and striking architecture of Victoria’s performing arts icon.

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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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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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Pressed Flower Lamp Making Workshop

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

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Louise Donovan: Common Ground

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

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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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AFL Round 7: Essendon v Collingwood

Essendon and Collingwood meet each other for their traditional Anzac Day match.

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Anzac Day Commemoration March

Watch and thank veterans, descendants and service members marching to the Shrine of Remembrance.

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Rome: Empire, Power, People

This Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Ancient Rome.

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DIVA

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

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Thought Experiment

Dive into meaningful 'what ifs' with curious, creative minds at this social meet-up.

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Make Your Mark

A bold new exhibition from the mark-making artists of Bayley Arts.

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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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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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Julius Caesar

A thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s political masterpiece.

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Ground Tours

Ground Tours is a temporary exhibition of audio visual fieldwork taken from a University campus.

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Dinos at the Zoo

Let your imagination run wild as you explore the trail of dinosaurs at Melbourne Zoo.

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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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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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7 Paintings Dining Experience

A dinner show that combines art, technology, and culinary delight into a unique experience.

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Perfect Pairings: Guided Cheese and Wine Matching

Learn how artisan cheeses pair with fine back-vintage wines in this guided tasting.

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Frances Loriente: What Would We Be if We Were Under the Sea

This exhibition by Frances Loriente explores our connection to the sea and its creatures.

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Footsteps Through Time: Melbourne's History Walk

Step into Melbourne’s past on this two-hour guided walking tour of laneways and hidden stories.

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Melbourne: An Insider's Walk

Uncover Melbourne's many layers with an artist guide – stories, street art, coffee and baked treats.

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Fooling in Love: A Modern Bromance

Hell hath no fury like a tech-bro scorned.

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Matinees at ACMI Cinemas

Celebrate cinema at a sensible hour with ACMI's thoughtfully curated line-up of films.

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DIY Craft Workshops

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

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Anzac Day Race Day

A day of commemoration and reflection to mark 65 years of racing on Anzac Day.

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