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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Things to Do in Melbourne Today
Everything happening in Melbourne today — exhibitions at the NGV, lunchtime sessions, markets and tonight's shows across the city and the inner north. Refreshed every morning, so you always know what's on right now.
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 →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 →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 day except MondaysFree
Free Guided Garden Walks
Expert-guided tours sharing plant and design stories through the gardens, no booking required.
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