What's on this week in Melbourne

Until 11 May

Melbourne Writers Festival

Where intelligence, imagination and inquiry take the stage.

Until 11 Dec

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours Melbourne Museum experience just for adults.

Until 11 Dec

Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu

Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.

Until 19 Jun

Bourne Local Market

Visit the Collins Square retail plaza for curated local market stalls.

10 – 11 May

Cachivaches Latin Market

A vibrant cultural event celebrating the best of Latin American traditions in Melbourne.

Until 1 Sep

Granny Bingo

Melbourne’s cult comedy night hosted by Australia’s nastiest nannas.

Until 31 May

Arts Centre Melbourne Tours

Explore Hamer Hall, the auditoriums, Theatre Building and Public Art Collection.

Until 7 Jul

Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour

The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.

Until 13 Sep

Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled

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

10 May

Sketch Your Cake and Eat it Too

A fun workshop where you will learn to sketch food and drink with watercolour pencils.

Until 16 Dec

Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

Until 30 Jun

Sports Precinct Walking Tour

Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.

Until 31 Dec

Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure

A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.

Until 10 May

Brook Andrew: Transitions

An exhibition of new works by artist Brook Andrew.

11 May

Mother's Day Concert

Michael Petruccelli (tenor) and Coady Green (piano) present favourite and classic songs.

Until 31 May

Cabaret Ridiculous

This Vegas-style variety show has something for everyone.

Until 31 May

ChalaMAY

A career retrospective of one of Hollywood’s brightest stars, Timothée Chalamet.

Until 25 May

Stephen Tierney: A Wonderful Life

An exhibition of collages urging a deeper, more critical engagement with the world around us.

Until 25 May

Forest Therapy

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

Until 28 Jun

Smells Like a Song: An Improvised Musical

Smells Like a Song is an improvised musical performed by Impro Melbourne.

Until 11 May

YIRRAMBOI Festival

Hosting 400+ First Nations creatives across 180 performances and activating over 40 venues.

10 May

The Wonder of You: The Songs of Elvis Presley

Step back in time with Anthony Gerace as he brings the magic of Elvis' legendary songs to life.

Until 9 May

Autumn Sunset Cocktails at Walsh Street

Open the door to Robin Boyd’s iconic Walsh Street residence after-hours for Autumn Sunset Cocktails.

Until 13 Dec

Comedy at the Coopers Inn

A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.

Until 11 May

Imprint: Word Play in Art Space

Imprint is a storytelling event combining art, word, and song.

Until 10 May

Jamieson Miller: Analogue

An exhibition of sculptural forms by Jamieson Miller.

Until 3 Dec

English Learners Book Club

English Learners’ Book Club, where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.

Until 13 Dec

Circus Arcana

Experience a mystical tarot-themed circus show at Club Voltaire.

Until 3 Jul

Linguas Melbourne Language Exchange Social

Meet new people and practise speaking another language, weekly nights at Diesel Bar.

Until 30 Jun

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

9 May

Valley Wines and Gold Town Spirits Dinner

Step into a night of refined flavours for an exclusive dinner celebrating Victoria's finest.

Until 28 Jul

Comedy at Spleen

Come along to the city's longest-running comedy night.

10 May – 6 Jun

Ned Kelly's Last Stand: After Dark

Step into the darkness where Australia’s most infamous outlaw met his end – and his legend began.

10 May

La Dolce Vita Taste of Italy Tour

Led by an Italian specialist tour guide, discover glorious Italian treats.

10 May

Dog Lovers Social Event

Connect and mingle with fellow dog lovers.

Until 7 Oct

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

Until 17 Aug

Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop

Come and make mosaic coasters and step into the world of colours.

9 May

Discostan

Discostan delivers the Bollywood hits and mixes from the 1990s and 2000s.

Until 30 Jun

The Pacific Sisters

Zoot suits and ActiVAtions take over Smorgon Family Plaza with the Pacific Sisters.

11 May

MechaFest: Anime Trivia

Do you know your Tekkaman from your Mega Man?