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What's free in Melbourne this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in Melbourne for free this month.

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The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.

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What's on today

Discover free events, epic festivals and shows on in Melbourne today.

Melbourne for free

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Housewarming

Celebrating the reopening of the Ian Potter State Theatre.

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Community Games Library

Got a game disc, cartridge or CD gathering dust? Bring it to ACMI and swap it for something new.

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Melbourne Alternative Comics Expo Market Day

A market for comics and graphic novels, featuring over 120 artists and writers.

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Storytime with Vision Australia and Seeing Eye Dogs

Celebrate World Sight Day with a special Storytime presented by Vision Australia.

What's on this week

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Haunted Library Tour

Uncover Library mysteries, unexplained encounters and intriguing collection items on an guided tour.

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The Stuttgart Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty

Germany’s premier ballet company returns to Melbourne with a dazzling classic.

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The Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market

The Finders Keepers markets return with 230+ makers and designers.

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Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival

The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival takes over the streets of Melbourne this October.

Only In The City

Only in the City
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Things you can only see in the city

Uncover secret rooms, historic architecture and iconic landmarks found only in the city.

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Things you can only do in the city

There's only one place to find these rare Melbourne experiences and secret spots.

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Things you can only eat in the city

Where to find the city's most iconic dishes.

What's on this month

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Melbourne Fashion Week

M/FW takes over the city from 19–25 October.

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Melbourne Fringe Festival

Melbourne Fringe Festival returns with 500+ exciting, boundary-pushing arts events.

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Melbourne International Games Week

Australia's largest festival celebrating games and the people who make and play them.

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Rome: Empire, Power, People

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

Family and kids

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Tiny Tours: Big Adventures for Little Explorers

Light the spark of curiosity and explore Melbourne Museum like never before.

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Supreme Construction Pop-up

A hands-on construction and creative play space for the family, open for four weeks only.

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Exhibition: Obang 오방

Step into a Korean grandmother's home while she is away visiting her grandchildren overseas.

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AFLW Round 9: North Melbourne v Fremantle

North Melbourne faces Fremantle during Pride Round at Arden Street Oval.

Coming soon

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Melbourne International Jazz Festival

A city-wide celebration of jazz, improvisation and boundary-pushing contemporary music.

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Queensberry Cup

A vibrant community festival with billycart racing, live entertainment and family fun.

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Italian Festa and Expo

Celebrating all thing Italian at the Royal Exhibition Building and Museum Plaza.

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Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders

Come and discover where cultures bloom, stories come alive, and wonders await.

Discover more

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What's on this weekend in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

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What's on this week in Melbourne

Discover things to do in Melbourne this week, from free events to exhibitions.

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Major events

From the Australian Open to the Melbourne Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.

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Melbourne for free

Discover free things to do in Melbourne, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.