Until 31 DecFree
ACMI: Free Permanent Exhibition
The Story of the Moving Image immerses you in film, TV and gaming history through interactive displays.
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What's On in Melbourne
From NGV blockbusters and Arts Centre productions to Queen Victoria Market mornings and live music across the inner north, here's everything worth leaving the house for in Melbourne. We comb dozens of local sources each week and list the events our readers — Melburnians who love a proper day out — actually want to know about.
Updated 20 July 2026 · events curated by Morning Post
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Until 31 Jul
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness
Discover real anatomical specimens revealing how our bodies respond to happiness, wellbeing and positive emotions.
Find out more →Until 4 Oct
Cartier: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 2026
Over 300 exquisite treasures including tiaras, jewels and timepieces, many never before seen in Australia.
Find out more →Every SundayFree
Esplanade Market, St Kilda
Melbourne's beloved seaside market showcases local artisans, handmade jewellery and art every Sunday since 1970.
Find out more →Until 30 AugFree
HERstory — Remembering Australia's Military Women
Powerful free exhibition honouring Australian women's military service through photographs, uniforms and personal stories.
Find out more →20 Jul
Orchestra Victoria with Caroline O’Connor
Full orchestra performance featuring celebrated musical theatre star Caroline O'Connor in an evening of stage classics.
Find out more →First Sunday of each monthFree
Portable Iron Houses
Rare Gold Rush-era prefabricated iron homes from England, open first Sunday monthly by National Trust.
Find out more →Until 27 Jan 2027Free
Rebel Heart: Love Letters and Other Declarations
Intimate letters and declarations spanning centuries reveal the timeless language of love and devotion — free entry.
Find out more →Until 25 Oct
ROME: Empire, Power, People
Newly opened Melbourne-exclusive featuring 150 Roman artefacts exploring history's greatest empire; kids under 16 free.
Find out more →Until 31 Dec 2027Free
The Swinging Sixties
Free exhibition exploring Victoria's transformative 1960s through fashion, music, cultural revolution and social change.
Find out more →Until 2 AugFree
"Fly Me To The Moon " art exhibition
Unique artworks by Tracey Roberts on exotic papers from all around the world. In digital form these images are literally going to the moon in October as part of The Lunar Codex project!
Find out more →Every Sunday 7am–12:30pm
Camberwell Sunday Market
Celebrating 50 years of vintage treasures, antiques and collectibles — run by Rotary, gold coin entry.
Find out more →Every Thursday 10am
City of Literature Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's UNESCO literary heritage on a fascinating morning walk through the city's storied streets.
Find out more →Every Friday 10am
Under The Clocks — Premium City Walking Tour
Three-hour guided tour of Melbourne's laneways and hidden gems — meet new friends over coffee.
Find out more →Tue, Fri, Sat 7am–4pm; Sun 9am–4pm
Dandenong Market
One of Melbourne's most diverse markets, reflecting fifty cultures through produce, spices and street food.
Find out more →Every Wednesday 5pm–10pmFree
Hawker 88 Night Market
Five-week hawker-style night market with Asian street food and weekly cultural themes.
Find out more →Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 7am–5pm; Sun 10am–3pmFree
Prahran Market
Australia's oldest continuously operating market since 1864 with premium produce and cooking classes.
Find out more →Wed–Thu 8am–3pm; Fri 8am–6pm; Sat–Sun 8am–3pmFree
Preston Market
Multicultural community market with 50 years of fresh produce, delis, restaurants and workshops right by Preston Station.
Find out more →Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Queen Victoria Market
Melbourne's iconic 146-year-old market with fresh produce, deli hall and the famous American doughnut van.
Find out more →Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 8am–4pm
South Melbourne Market
Melbourne's beloved 158-year-old market with fresh produce, artisan food, dim sims and weekend atmosphere.
Find out more →Every Saturday and Sunday 12pm-3pmFree
Live Music at Prahran Market
Free live music from local bands while you browse the market stalls and enjoy weekend lunch.
Find out more →Every Saturday 5pmFree
Motley Jazz — Free Saturday Sessions
Free live jazz in an intimate Carlton venue, featuring Melbourne's finest local jazz musicians every Saturday.
Find out more →Every Tuesday 1pmFree
Music Matinee Concert Series
Free classical performances supporting emerging musicians in a beautiful Collins Street heritage church every Tuesday.
Find out more →Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat evenings
Paris Cat Jazz Club
Intimate underground jazz club showcasing Melbourne's finest musicians in a stylish 1930s-inspired French bop setting.
Find out more →Every Thursday 7pmFree
Sea Shanties & Folk Songs
Traditional maritime songs and folk music in a heritage waterfront building, celebrating seafaring history and culture.
Find out more →Every Thursday 1pmFree
St Michael's Organ Recitals
Half-hour organ recitals from classical to modern pieces in a beautiful heritage Collins Street church.
Find out more →Every Wednesday 1pmFree
St Paul's Cathedral Lunchtime Concerts
Free half-hour concerts featuring young talent in Melbourne's magnificent cathedral every Wednesday at lunchtime.
Find out more →Until 31 Aug
WARNE: Treasures of a Legend
Explore Shane Warne's trophies, memorabilia and iconic moments that made him the King of Spin.
Find out more →Until 31 DecFree
Children's Garden Nature Play
Free nature play with water rill, bamboo forest and crafts — perfect for grandparents with grandkids.
Find out more →Until 31 Dec
Collingwood Children's Farm
Working farm 4km from the CBD — meet animals, explore heritage gardens, guided tours Fridays at 1:30pm.
Find out more →Until 26 Jan 2027
Colour — Hands-On Science Exhibition
Mind-bending colour exhibition plus Lightning Room and Planetarium — wonderful day out with the grandkids.
Find out more →Every Sunday
Forest Therapy at Royal Botanic Gardens
Japanese forest bathing guided practice focused on stress reduction and wellbeing through mindful nature connection.
Find out more →Every day except MondaysFree
Free Guided Garden Walks
Expert-guided tours sharing plant and design stories through the gardens, no booking required.
Find out more →Every Saturday 8amFree
parkrun Melbourne
Free weekly 5km timed walk or run every Saturday morning, all fitness levels welcome.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Perfume Making Workshop for Beginners
Blend a personal scent from natural ingredients in this small, slow workshop running about two hours.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Wheel Throwing Workshop for Beginners
Throw on the wheel with one-on-one guidance, messy in the best way, take home what you spin.
Find out more →21 Jul
The Top Wineries of Australia Dinner by The Real Review, Melbourne
Sample premium Australian wines paired with fine dining at the iconic Florentino restaurant in July.
Find out more →23 Jul
Queen Vic Market Ultimate Cheese Tour
Sample artisan cheeses and meet specialist purveyors on this guided tasting tour through the market.
Find out more →23 Jul
Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift
Classical musicians perform Taylor Swift's greatest hits by candlelight in the historic Collingwood Town Hall.
Find out more →23 Jul
Spiderbait - Ivy & The Big Apples 30th Anniversary Tour
Australian rock legends celebrate three decades of their classic album with a full performance and greatest hits.
Find out more →23 Jul
Lightscape Melbourne
Award-winning immersive light installations transform the Royal Botanic Gardens into a winter wonderland.
Find out more →24 Jul · 7pm
"Moon Songs" concert - Tracey Roberts
Singer-songwriter and artist Tracey Roberts in concert as part of her "Fly Me To The Moon " exhibition of artworks that are literally flying to the moon in October as part of The Lunar Codex project!
Find out more →24 Jul
Ogechi's Salon
A vivacious new comedy celebrating hairdressers as pillars of connection and community in African Melbourne.
24 Jul
Uncle Vanya
Chekhov's witty meditation on love and longing reimagined by one of Australia's finest theatre companies.
25 Jul
Ballroom Blitz - Women of the West
A celebration of women's western music through ballroom dance — swing, waltz, and two-step the night away.
Find out more →25 Jul
Melbourne Balboa Camp
Two-day intensive exploring vintage partner dance with visiting instructors Grace Babbes and Blake Thiessen.
Find out more →25 July
The Herb and Spice Discovery Tour
Learn the secrets of herbs and spices at Queen Victoria Market with expert guides and tastings.
Find out more →25 July
Xmas in July Feast
Celebrate midwinter Christmas with festive produce, seasonal treats and holiday cheer at the Queen Vic Market.
Find out more →25 Jul
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
Coldplay's iconic songs reimagined by string quartet in the intimate glow of hundreds of candles.
Find out more →25 Jul
Steel Magnolias
The beloved Southern drama of friendship, resilience and laughter returns to the Melbourne stage.
Find out more →23 May - 13 August 2026
Gardens for Wildlife & Bandicoots
Learn how to create wildlife-friendly gardens and spot bandicoots in their natural Cranbourne habitat.
10 June - 26 August 2026
Secret Life of Birds
Discover the hidden behaviors and fascinating habits of bird species in Melbourne's botanical gardens.
14 June - 23 August 2026
Solar Tours
Guided tours exploring solar science and sustainable energy through hands-on garden experiences.
26 Jul
Antiphons & Anthems (Melbourne)
Fiore Chamber vocalists perform captivating choral music by Benjamin Britten in this Sunday afternoon concert.
Find out more →26 Jul
Colour of Time Exhibition
A visual exploration of time through contemporary art, closing soon after a successful run.
26 Jul
Powlett Reserve Tennis Centre
Public tennis centre offering court hire and friendly games in East Melbourne's heritage sporting precinct.
26 Jul
Richmond v Hawthorn
Classic AFL rivalry as the Tigers host the Hawks in a must-watch winter football clash.
26 Jul
Royal Park Tennis Club
Community tennis club with courts available for casual play and social sessions in leafy Royal Park surroundings.
27 Jul
Candlelight: 90s Unplugged
Acoustic 90s classics performed by candlelight beneath the aquarium's underwater tunnels and tropical fish.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Barista Coffee Making and Latte Art Class
Master espresso extraction and milk-pouring technique — perfect your morning ritual with hands-on barista training.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Beginners Wheel Throwing Workshop
Throw on the wheel with one-on-one guidance — messy in the best way, take home your creation.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Drawing Course: Foundations
Learn fundamental drawing skills from observation and proportion through to shading and composition in small groups.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Mindful Pottery Wheel Workshop for Beginners
Shape clay by hand into something useful — mug, dish, small vessel in a forgiving, low-pressure session.
Find out more →30 Jul
Dropout Improv | Melbourne
Jacob Wysocki and Kurt Maloney bring their improv comedy talents to St Kilda for shenanigans guaranteed.
Find out more →31 Jul
Late Night Orchestra - Melbourne
Orchestral celebration of trip-hop and chillout classics from the iconic compilations of the nineties.
Find out more →31 Jul – 2 Aug
Melbourne Farmers Market & Local Makers Festival 2026
Three-day celebration of local farmers, artisan food producers and handmade goods at the iconic market.
Find out more →Fri 31 Jul, 19:00
Antarctic Monkeys (UK)
UK's premier Arctic Monkeys tribute band delivers note-perfect indie-rock anthems from the Sheffield legends.
Find out more →31 Jul
Brad Cox | Melbourne
Three-time Golden Guitar winner delivers an explosive live country show on his Multiple Dimensions Tour.
Find out more →31 Jul
Laufey - A Matter of Time Tour
Icelandic jazz-pop sensation Laufey brings her enchanting vocals and vintage-inspired sound to Rod Laver Arena.
Find out more →31 Jul
Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran
A magical candlelit concert celebrating modern pop anthems performed by talented string quartet at the historic Athenaeum.
Find out more →31 Jul
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
Classical musicians perform contemporary hits by candlelight in this atmospheric evening at the Athenaeum.
Find out more →31 Jul
La Malattia
A moving odyssey of queer love, exile and forgiveness when a boy vanishes and his family's olive grove withers.
31 Jul
The Jungle and the Sea
Five-star acclaimed follow-up exploring journeys and connection, praised by The Guardian, Sydney Morning Herald and Time Out.
1 AugFree
CRFT*WRK Market
Handmade market celebrating local artisans, with gourmet food stalls and specialty coffee alongside craft goods and homewares.
1 Aug
North X North East Wine Festival
Discover regional wines from Victoria's north and northeast at this historic city venue.
Find out more →1 Aug – 9 Oct
Candlelight: Tribute to Pink Floyd
Classic Pink Floyd performed by string quartet in the intimate candlelit atmosphere of the Athenaeum.
Find out more →2 Aug
Elizabeth West: Beyond The Frame
Final weeks to see Elizabeth West's photographic exploration transcending traditional boundaries of the frame.
2 Aug
Melbourne Card Fair Thornbury
Browse trading cards with expanded space and food options at this popular community fair in Thornbury.
Find out more →2 Aug
Melbourne Record Fair
Dig through vinyl, rare records and music memorabilia at Melbourne's favourite record collectors gathering.
2 Aug
Vic Market Record Fair!
Vinyl collectors and music lovers gather for a treasure hunt through records at Queen Victoria Market.
Find out more →2 Aug
Pretty Woman the Musical
The beloved Hollywood romance becomes a dazzling musical at the grand Regent Theatre this August.
Find out more →8 Aug
Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle
The queen of burlesque brings her opulent, glamorous theatrical spectacular to Melbourne's grand Palais Theatre.
Find out more →9 Aug
Lush Greens: Colour Mixing for Leaves, Trees & Landscapes
Master the art of mixing realistic greens for botanical painting in this focused watercolour workshop.
Find out more →14 Aug – 16 Aug
2026 Melbourne Winter Food,Craft,Artisan And Vendor Market
Winter weekend celebration bringing together artisan food producers, craft makers and local vendors by the Yarra.
Find out more →15 Aug
Recurring Echoes: Liliana Barbieri
Immersive contemporary art exploring themes of memory and repetition by acclaimed artist Liliana Barbieri.
15 AugFree
Younghusband Market
Browse unique handmade goods and vintage finds at this popular monthly community market gathering.
15 Aug
Jeff Dunham - Melbourne
The world's highest-selling international comedian brings his ventriloquist characters to Melbourne in August.
Find out more →16 Aug
Cachivaches Latin Market
Vibrant Latin American market celebrating culture, crafts and traditional cuisine from across Latin America.
18 Aug – 9 Dec
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
Classical musicians reimagine Queen and Beatles hits by candlelight beneath the aquarium's ocean tunnel.
Find out more →Fri 21 Aug, 19:30
London Calling (UK) (The Clash Tribute)
The UK's finest Clash tribute band deliver punk classics from Should I Stay to Rock the Casbah.
Find out more →Fri 21 Aug, 19:30
Nectar Woode
Soulful singer-songwriter brings heartfelt vocals and intimate storytelling to The Toff's cosy upstairs room.
Find out more →22 Aug
The Australian Neil Diamond Show
Tribute to the legendary Sweet Caroline singer — all the hits from a beloved 70s icon.
Sun 23 Aug, 14:30
Melbourne Opera presents Verdi - Il Trovatore
Verdi's passionate tale of love and vengeance performed by Melbourne Opera at the Athenaeum Theatre One.
Find out more →26 AugFree
Winter Night Market
Explore warming winter fare, mulled wine and artisan stalls under the stars at this cozy evening market.
27 Aug
Bourne Local Market
Community market bringing together local growers, makers and food producers in a relaxed neighbourhood setting.
29 Aug – 30 Aug
Brighton Beach Marathon 2026
Beachside marathon weekend at one of Melbourne's most scenic coastal locations, distances for all abilities.
Find out more →30 Aug
Now or Never
Festival exhibition exploring urgent contemporary themes through diverse artistic voices, ending 30 August.
30 Aug · 2:00pm
Warm Mids (mini) Afternoon - Willebrant + ruffles
A one-off afternoon of beautiful ambient music with Willebrant + ruffles, set in a cherished community venue. Bring your cushions and come dream with us.
Find out more →Wed 2 Sep, 14:00
Menopause The Musical
Hilarious celebration of women and The Change, set to classic tunes from the '60s, '70s and '80s.
Find out more →4 Sep – 16 Oct
Candlelight: Tribute to Kylie Minogue
Kylie's pop classics reimagined by candlelight at the elegant Athenaeum Theatre.
Find out more →6 Sep
Father’s Day Burger Workshop
Celebrate Father's Day by crafting the perfect burger from scratch with fellow food lovers.
Find out more →9 Sep
John Cameron Mitchell
The Hedwig creator and Broadway legend brings his acclaimed solo show to Melbourne Recital Centre.
Find out more →20 Sep
The Songs of John Farnham: A Living Legend – The Celebration Concert
A grand celebration concert honoring Australia's beloved Voice and his legendary catalog of hits.
Find out more →20 Sep
Run Prix - Albert Park GP Circuit
Run the famous Formula 1 circuit at Albert Park, a rare chance to experience the Grand Prix track.
Find out more →21 Sep
Jason Derulo | ‘The Last Dance World Tour’ (Melbourne)
Pop superstar Jason Derulo brings chart-topping hits and high-energy choreography to Rod Laver Arena.
Find out more →25 Sep
Noah Kahan | Melbourne #1
Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan brings The Great Divide Tour to Rod Laver with Michael Marcagi supporting.
Find out more →27 Sep
The Southbank Makers Market
Local artisans and designers showcase handmade goods, gifts and crafts along the scenic Southbank promenade.
Fri 2 Oct, 19:00
NOUVELLE VAGUE (France)
French bossa nova covers collective reimagines post-punk and new wave classics with Latin charm.
Find out more →4 Oct
Melbourne Winter Masterpieces: CARTIER
Over 300 exquisite jewels, tiaras and timepieces from the legendary French house, running through October.
7 Oct
Community Travel Club: A Beautiful Noise
Neil Diamond's greatest hits fill the Princess Theatre in this jukebox musical celebrating an iconic songbook.
Find out more →9 Oct
Post Malone | Melbourne
The Big Ass World Tour brings Post Malone to Marvel Stadium with special guest Don Toliver.
Find out more →Sun 18 Oct, 19:00
Rebirth Brass Band
The Grammy-winning New Orleans brass band brings their legendary energy and authentic funk to Melbourne.
Find out more →24 Oct
We Belong – Art Exhibtiion
Community-focused visual arts exploring themes of belonging, identity and connection through diverse artistic voices.
6 Nov
Mischa Maisky in Recital
World-renowned cellist performs an intimate evening recital — a rare opportunity to see this master musician.
20 Nov – 21 Nov · 9am - 3pmFree
Melbourne Disability Expo
An Expo featuring products and organisations available to assist the disabled live everyday
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