What's on in August
Discover things to do in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in August, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
Nocturnal: Museum After Dark
Experience ³Ô¹ÏÍø Museum after hours, when the doors stay open and the night belongs to adults.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
State Library Victoria Unlocked
On this exclusive tour, gain access to State Library Victoria before the doors open to the public.
Library Cinema at narrm ngarrgu
Each month, watch a movie on the big screen, including contemporary, classic and documentary films.
The Story of the Moving Image
A permanent exhibition that journeys through the past, present and future of the moving image.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Trilogy: Stravinsky, Mills and Shostakovich
Celebrate 15 years of the Australian World Orchestra with three monumental works in one night.
Cabaret Ridiculous
An hour of variety entertainment that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.
Lunchtime Concerts
Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Cathedral and fine music during a weekly lunchtime concert.
Pressed Flower Lamp Making Workshop
Make your room colourful and vibrant with your own pressed flower lamp.
The Australian Neil Diamond Show
Experience a powerful live tribute to one of music’s greatest legends.
Rome: Empire, Power, People
This ³Ô¹ÏÍø-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Ancient Rome.
English Learners' Book Club
A place where English learners connect to discuss books and share ideas.
Badass Women of ³Ô¹ÏÍø: Women's History Walking Tour
Take a guided walk to uncover the hidden stories of everyday women who shaped ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
Songbirds
Visit Southbank Library on Mondays for Songbirds, with songs, rhymes and stories for littlies.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Float over ³Ô¹ÏÍø's iconic landmarks in a sunrise hot air balloon flight.
Matinees at ACMI Cinemas
Celebrate cinema at a sensible hour with ACMI's thoughtfully curated line-up of films.
Spirit of ³Ô¹ÏÍø Lunch Cruise
Cruise the Yarra River in elegance and comfort and savour your meal on a two-hour lunch cruise.
An Evening with Sir Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie returns to ³Ô¹ÏÍø to discuss the transformative power of literature.
Mackenzie
A camp, dark and deranged retelling of Macbeth, set in the heights of early 2000s TV stardom.
FUTURE COUNTRY: Country Road + NGV First Nations Commissions
The second iteration of the Country Road and NGV First Nations Commission initiative.
East ³Ô¹ÏÍø Walking Tours
Take a guided walking tour of East ³Ô¹ÏÍø to discover secrets and hear untold stories.
The Complete ³Ô¹ÏÍø Walking Tour
Uncover the best of ³Ô¹ÏÍø's laneways, history and more in this three hour walking experience.
Jaime Conducts Mahler 6
Mahler’s Symphony No 6 and the world premiere of a new work by James Henry.
Uncle Vanya
Chekhov’s timeless tale, full of mordant wit, unrequited love and longing, finds new life.
³Ô¹ÏÍø Paint Lab Art Workshop
At ³Ô¹ÏÍø Paint Lab you can splash, splatter and drip paint to unleash your inner artist.
Heartfulness Meditation and Wellness
Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice.
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What's on in September
³Ô¹ÏÍø in ³Ô¹ÏÍø in September, from free events to exhibitions and places to visit.
³Ô¹ÏÍø for free
Discover free things to do in ³Ô¹ÏÍø, including galleries, museums, events and festivals.
Family and kids
Find things to do with the kids, from family-friendly events to fun attractions and workshops.
Major events
From the Australian Open to the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Cup, major events take centre stage throughout the year.