What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
This weekend only
Melbourne International Animation Festival
See the world’s best independent animation, discussions and special showcases.
Korea Festival
Head to Fed Square to experience the best of Korean culture at this free family festival.
Ziggy Ramo
Artist Ziggy Ramo delivers a live musical performance and talks about his electrifying memoir.
Monster Truck Mania Live
Experience the thrill and spectacle of Australia's best monster truck show.
Mother's Day Classic
Join the Mother's Day Classic fun run to raise funds for breast and ovarian cancer research.
Regular weekend events
Leonardo Da Vinci
Explore the life and legacy of the visionary artist, inventor, scientist and philosopher.
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
Chicago the Musical
With a glittering score including All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle, Chicago is back.
NGV Architecture Commission: (This is) Air
The NGV 2023 Architecture Commission is a large-scale installation that makes the invisible visible.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
The NBA Exhibition
The NBA Exhibition is the ultimate one-of-a-kind adventure experience for basketball enthusiasts.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated for over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking spots.
The Art of the Brick Immersive Experience
See works of art crafted from LEGO bricks, in an immersive digital space.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
Local Lunch Club
Enjoy a gardening workshop, live music and a free lunch cooked on-site using surplus food.
Cirque du Soleil: Luzia
Go on a vibrant journey through worlds filled with wonders and artistry with Cirque du Soleil.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Art, History, Food and Wine Tour
The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
Homo Pentecostus
Joel Bray invites you to explore queer identity within the confines of a 1990s Pentecostal church.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Stanislava Pinchuk: The Theatre of War
Experience three captivating video performances inspired by Homer's Iliad.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Seasonal Scents: Mother's Day
History and candle making collide in a special Mother's Day workshop with Thematikos.
The Female Ward Tour
Walk in the footsteps of past female prisoners incarcerated in Old Melbourne Gaol.
Focus on Lily Gladstone
A small season of films celebrating a true trailblazer of American independent cinema and beyond.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.
Women Work for Victory in WWII
Explore the story of women on the home front during the Second World War.
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