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The best free festivals in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best free festivals in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best free festivals you need to visit in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this year

What's on this weekend in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

What's on this weekend in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Discover things to do in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this weekend, from free events to exhibitions.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best blockbuster events

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best blockbuster events

The best major events on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this year.

Moomba
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Moomba

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

Things you can only see in the city

Things you can only see in the city

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

Christmas in the city
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Christmas in the city

See the city light up with dazzling displays, festive events and activities for the whole family.

What's on in September
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What's on in September

³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in September, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

The best restaurants to book for New Year's Eve

The best restaurants to book for New Year's Eve

Book a restaurant, find fireworks near you and plan the best New Year's Eve in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved ³Ô¹ÏÍø landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

The ultimate guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best markets

The ultimate guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best markets

Explore ³Ô¹ÏÍø's iconic markets this season.

³Ô¹ÏÍø Book Market

³Ô¹ÏÍø Book Market

³Ô¹ÏÍø Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.

The Big Design Market
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The Big Design Market

A showcase of over 280 independent Australian designers, plus delicious food and wine.

Bourne Local Market
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Bourne Local Market

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

Dining events

Dining events

Find the best food events in ³Ô¹ÏÍø, from food festivals to wine tastings and cooking classes.

Queen Vic Market Seafood Lovers Tour
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Queen Vic Market Seafood Lovers Tour

This two-hour guided walking tour includes generous tastings and a market shopping bag.

Queen Vic Market Flavours of Greece Tour

Queen Vic Market Flavours of Greece Tour

Take a walk through Queen Victoria Market with a Greek specialist tour guide.

The Lygon Street Market
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The Lygon Street Market

A monthly makers market in the heart of Carlton.

Where to enjoy a European-style winter in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Where to enjoy a European-style winter in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

Creative Society Markets
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Creative Society Markets

An exciting new market where you can meet ³Ô¹ÏÍø's best creators, designers, makers and foodies.

Kensington Market
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Kensington Market

An eclectic mix of homewares, culinary treats, ceramics, sustainable goods and visual art.

The best free and cheap family activities

The best free and cheap family activities

Find family-friendly fun and free events in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best rainy day activities for kids

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best rainy day activities for kids

Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.

Free things to do with kids in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Free things to do with kids in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Get the kids out and explore these free events and adventures for an awesome day of fun.

School holidays
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School holidays

Entertain the whole family over the school holidays with these kid-friendly events and activities.

Moomba
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Moomba

An annual free festival held along the banks of the Yarra River.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

The best playgrounds in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best playgrounds in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

We've rounded up the best adventure parks and playgrounds.

³Ô¹ÏÍø for free

³Ô¹ÏÍø for free

Discover free things to do in ³Ô¹ÏÍø, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best Lunar New Year events

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best Lunar New Year events

Featuring lion dances, delicious street food and weekend pop-ups.

Deaf Art Science Festival

Deaf Art Science Festival

A free festival for young people, families, members and allies of the Deaf community.

Christmas Stompers

Christmas Stompers

Enjoy Christmas stories, songs and rhymes at North ³Ô¹ÏÍø Library.

The Westin Spring High Tea
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The Westin Spring High Tea

Experience indulgent seasonal high tea in the surrounds of the Lobby Lounge.

The ultimate theatre guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The ultimate theatre guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

What's on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues

Find burlesque life drawing, cabaret and the best queer-friendly venues in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Ghostware
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Ghostware

Telemarketer is an odd choice of career for someone who's been dead for over a year.

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
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Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

The global sensation returns with a fully immersive dining experience.

Dying: A Memoir
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Dying: A Memoir

Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.

MJ The Musical
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MJ The Musical

A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.

Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan

Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan

A dazzling new operatic work by some of Australia’s most acclaimed creative talents.

Asian Comedy Showcase
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Asian Comedy Showcase

See Australia's funniest Asian comedians, from TV and radio as well as up-and-coming stars.

Orchestra Victoria with Caroline O’Connor: Music and Me

Orchestra Victoria with Caroline O’Connor: Music and Me

Theatrical legend Caroline O'Connor AM is joined by Orchestra Victoria for a special concert.

Drag Bingo
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Drag Bingo

Enjoy a night of drag bingo at Heartbreaker.

The Trumpet of the Swan

The Trumpet of the Swan

An adaptation of E.B. White’s gorgeous novel The Trumpet of the Swan for orchestra and actors.

They Sang at Carnegie Hall
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They Sang at Carnegie Hall

Experience Bernadette Robinson’s spellbinding tribute to music’s greatest voices.

Australian Music Vault

Australian Music Vault

A celebration of Australian contemporary music – past, present and future.

Bourke Street Mall Busking
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Bourke Street Mall Busking

Meet ³Ô¹ÏÍø's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.

The ultimate ³Ô¹ÏÍø live gig guide

The ultimate ³Ô¹ÏÍø live gig guide

Concert halls and music venues hosting live music this week

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade

The Royal Exhibition Building opens its doors to a unique view unseen for 100 years.

³Ô¹ÏÍø Convention and Exhibition Centre

³Ô¹ÏÍø Convention and Exhibition Centre

Big ideas, bold experiences...this is where ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s most exciting events come to life.

Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
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Nocturnal: Museum After Dark

Step into a world of wonder at an after-hours ³Ô¹ÏÍø Museum experience just for adults.

Only in the City

Only in the City

This city hums with energy - with hidden laneway cafes, rooftop bars, art and culture at every turn.

Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight
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Tschabalala Self: Skin Tight

The first solo exhibition in Australia for renowned American artist Tschabalala Self.

What's free in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this month

What's free in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this month

Everything to see, do and enjoy in ³Ô¹ÏÍø for free this month.

Jo Ryan: Lettr4ms
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Jo Ryan: Lettr4ms

Letters combine and intertwine to create sculptures that make us lose sight of the letter.

Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art
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Our Way: Celebrating Indigenous Art

Exploring how Indigenous artists reimagine storytelling today, expanding on artistic traditions.

Wanapati Yunupiŋu: Ŋäṉarr - Tongue of Flame
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Wanapati Yunupiŋu: Ŋäṉarr - Tongue of Flame

Wanapati Yupingu uses the Gumatj clan sacred design gurtha or fire. But not just any fire.

Kings Driveway: Subvisible Scuba

Kings Driveway: Subvisible Scuba

Join a performance with Archie Barry, Brian Fuata and Mat Spisbah.

DIVA
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DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs ³Ô¹ÏÍø City

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs ³Ô¹ÏÍø City

See ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory take on rivals ³Ô¹ÏÍø City in the Derby at AAMI Park.

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs Sydney FC

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs Sydney FC

³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory face off against rivals Sydney FC in the Big Blue.

BBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars v Sydney Sixers

BBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars v Sydney Sixers

Come to the MCG and see the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars host the Sydney Sixers.

NBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø United v Tasmania JackJumpers

NBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø United v Tasmania JackJumpers

³Ô¹ÏÍø United play the Tasmania JackJumpers in the return of the open air game.

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs Central Coast Mariners

A-League Men: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory vs Central Coast Mariners

³Ô¹ÏÍø Victory take on the Central Coast Mariners at AAMI Park.

Vision Australia Santa Fun Run

Vision Australia Santa Fun Run

Join hundreds of others as they run, walk, jog or roll for Vision Australia's Santa Fun Run.

NBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø United v Adelaide 36ers

NBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø United v Adelaide 36ers

NBL basketball is back - catch this exciting show of Australian sport live at John Cain Arena.

BBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars v Adelaide Strikers

BBL: ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars v Adelaide Strikers

The ³Ô¹ÏÍø Stars take on the Adelaide Strikers at the 'G for the First Nations match.

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What's on in December
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What's on in December

³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in December, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in January
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What's on in January

³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in January, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in February
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What's on in February

³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in February, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.

What's on in March
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What's on in March

³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in March, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.