What's free and what's open on the King's Birthday long weekend

Free events, winter markets, family-friendly activities and more.

From 29 Aug

G3 Game

Experience gaming like never before, with state-of-the-art facilities.

2 Jun

En Pointe

Featuring the Australian Ballet School's talented students, this show celebrates the art of ballet.

Until Nov 2026

Making Memoir of a Snail

Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.

Until Dec 2026

Swinging 60s

Did the sixties really swing in Victoria? A new exhibition from the Old Treasury Building.

Until Dec 2026

Fitzroy Gardens Heritage Tour

A journey through the heritage-listed gardens, where history and nature seamlessly blend.

Until 30 Jun

The Grand Tour

An exhibition exploring the history and impact of the 18th-century cultural right-of-passage.

Until 2 Aug

Eucalypts of Hodogaya

An exhibition that reflects on a remarkable story of post-war reconciliation and remembrance.

Until 30 Jun

The Jam

The Jam is a high-energy, full-venue jam with live music, DJs and unstoppable vibes.

18 Jun – 18 Jul

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

The musical comedy sensation, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), premieres in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

10 Jun – 11 Oct

Encore!

50 objects. 50 years. One collection.

Queen Victoria Market

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

Seven Star Grill & Pocha

Serving ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s only matcha makgeolli and authentic Korean modus jeon.

Mesa Verde

A contemporary Mexican restaurant and home to the country's largest collection of agave spirits.

Sweet Canteen

A desserts, pastries, and coffee shop hidden in the colourful Driver Lane.

Marameo

Marameo is a fun, easy-going Italian eatery offering a range of pasta and mains.

The Flour ³Ô¹ÏÍø

A French patisserie and cafe serving a mouth-watering selection of cakes, biscuits and pastries.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

A picturesque haven for recreation and a key botanical resource for research and conservation.

Hidden Secrets Tours

Indulge and discover the city's hidden charm with ³Ô¹ÏÍø's original laneway walking tours.

Le Yeahllow

This second Lt Bourke St branch serves artisan cake and coffee every day, for dine-in or to-go.