Monthly highlights

Make the most of your visit to Melbourne with our monthly guides to what's on in the city, from fantastic festivals to major events and everything in between.

What's on in January

1 Jan - 31 Jan
Things to do in Melbourne in January, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in February

1 Feb - 28 Feb

Things to do in Melbourne in February, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in March

1 Mar - 31 Mar
Things to do in Melbourne in March, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in April

1 Apr - 30 Apr
Things to do in Melbourne in April, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in May

1 May - 31 May
Things to do in Melbourne in May, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in June

1 Jun - 30 Jun
Things to do in Melbourne in June, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
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What's on in July

1 Jul - 31 Jul
Discover things to do in July, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

What's on in August

1 Aug - 31 Aug
Discover things to do in August, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.

What's on in September

1 Sep - 30 Sep
Things to do in Melbourne in September, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Large crowd watching a music performance on a well-lit stage at Melbourne Town Hall.

What's on in October

1 Oct - 31 Oct
Things to do in Melbourne in October, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in November

1 Nov - 30 Nov
Things to do in Melbourne in November, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
Person carrying red and green boxes wrapped with Christmas bows.

What's on in December

1 Dec - 31 Dec
Things to do in Melbourne in December, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

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Film

Melbourne has a thriving film scene, with film festivals and screenings at cinemas year-round.

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Theatre and shows

Discover Melbourne's hit musicals, cutting-edge theatre and late-night cabaret shows.

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Museums and art galleries

Explore Melbourne's public museums and galleries along with artist-run and commercial galleries.

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Chinatown

Let the hanging lanterns guide you along Little Bourke Street into Australia’s oldest Chinatown.

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