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How to spend 24 hours in Melbourne
From secret street art to seasonal events, you’ll find something for everyone.
Accessible hidden gems in Melbourne
From cafes in unexpected places to unique galleries and museums, these spaces are all accessible.
Chinese Traditional Cultural Festival
Enjoy a delightful range of Chinese dance and music performances, lion and dragon dance and more.
Scott McKernan: Sensual Sheets and Natural Textures
An exhibition of anamorphic stipplings featuring local flora, and everyday objects.
Comedy in Theory
A comedy show in the centre of Melbourne, featuring some of the brightest rising stars.
Belongings: Objects and Family Life
An exhibition looking at some of the objects that have shaped family in Australia over the decades.
Mystery Radio Theatre
A fully scripted, original comedy murder mystery, performed in the style of old-timey radio plays.
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Melbourne Museum Spring School Holidays
Spring into Melbourne Museum these school holidays for a blooming good time.
Spring Seek and Find
Entertain the kids these holidays with a seek-and-find challenge around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Ghosts? What Ghosts! Night Tour
Brace yourself for bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights after dark.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
The Finders Keepers Design Market
Australia’s most-loved design market returns to Melbourne this October.
Victorian Festival of Diwali
Showcasing India’s culture through music, dance, craft, food and a bazaar.
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
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What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.
What's on this week in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.
Attractions and sights
Explore Melbourne's attractions, from laneways and street art to lush parks and grand galleries.