Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.
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105 matching events listed in the next 60 days. Admission prices are shown where supplied.
Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A Beautiful Noise is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart busting, show-stopping American rock icon. With 140 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics, an induction into the Songwriters and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond's story was made to shine on Broadway, where the biggest stars tell their story.
A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America's greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
Back by popular demand, Animal Crossing™: New Horizons experience returns to SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, bringing an even more immersive island adventure. Step into a unique underwater world where characters from the game meet real-life ocean wonders.
Begin your journey by picking up your excursion guide, filled with activities to complete as you explore the aquarium. New this year, you can also grab a free character hat to wear along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for Blathers' fun, fact-filled panels and uncover fascinating insights about SEA LIFE's incredible marine life.
Take part in the Animal Crossing™: New Horizons stamp rally, discovering residents such as Fang, Stitches and Flip as you collect embossed stamps at special stations throughout your adventure. And keep a lookout, Gulliver has washed up somewhere in the aquarium. Can you find him?
Along the way, spot familiar faces and enjoy a special meet-and-greet moment with Isabelle, a perfect finale to capture a memorable photo.
Complete your adventure to earn an exclusive reward postcard, then stop by the gift shop to take home your own piece of island life with Animal Crossing™: New Horizons merchandise.
Jane Austen. Octavia Butler. Agatha Christie. Toni Morrison. Virginia Woolf.
World of the Book returns in 2026 with State Library Victoria's largest ever tribute to women writers, alongside hundreds of extraordinary Australian and international works from the State Collection.
Now in its 21st year, Australia's longest running and most-loved book exhibition brings together more than 400 rare, remarkable and historically significant items from c. 2000 BCE to today, many on public display for the first time.
Travel through the history of the book and marvel at literary treasures including a first edition of Jane Austen's Emma (1816) originally owned by the Austen family, the Melbourne international blockbuster that outsold Sherlock Holmes, The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, published in 1886, 17th- and 18th-century printed and manuscript amulets and talismans from Europe and Mongolia, incredible examples of moveable books, 'blow' books and miniature books, including the smallest book in the Library's collection, the Hyakumantō Darani of Japan, one of the oldest printed texts in the world, Melbourne's Sugar and Snails Press, one of the earliest publishers of non-sexist children's books, which inspired other authors to make girls the main character in the 1970s, and the identification and naming of dinosaurs in the Victorian era by Charles Darwin's rival Richard Owen.
The 1960s is remembered as a turbulent decade. In contrast to the conservative 1950s, the sixties are associated with changing ideas, youthful rebellion and experimentation. New music, new fashions and new attitudes to authority defined the generation gap.
Young people were much more visible in society, as the baby boom of the 1950s grew into the youth boom of the 1960s. By 1971 almost 40 per cent of Melbourne's population was aged under 21. Young people were also more prosperous than ever before. Full employment and rising wages meant that many young people had money to spend, and marketers took full advantage. Teenagers and twenty-somethings were clear market segments, with their own magazines, fashions and music.
In this exhibition come look at what it was like to live in Victoria during the 1960s. How different were the 1960s from the decades before or after? Was it really all about sex, drugs and rock and roll? Did the sixties really swing in Victoria?
On display will be original protest records and ephemera, costumes including one worn by Seeker, Judith Durham and some designed by Pru Acton. Instruments relating to contraception (the Pill was introduced in the 60s), and a special section for Barbie and her enduring legacy – including a 1960s Barbie and accessories.
Join cabaret powerhouses Amelia Ryan and Libby O'Donovan OAM for a rollicking tribute to the women who redefined Australian music in the swinging '60s.
From the anthems of Helen Reddy and Olivia Newton-John to the soulful sounds of Judith Durham, Wendy Saddington and more, this uplifting hour brims with iconic songs and hilarious true stories.
Bold, brassy and bursting with mighty vocal strength, I Am Woman shines a spotlight on the trailblazers who sang, stomped and stormed their way into Aussie music history.
It's never too early to start reading and sharing a love of books.
Join the Pauline Gandel Children's Quarter for a fun, interactive session designed for their youngest Library visitors as they discover the joys of books, rhymes, and stories from Victorian and Australian authors.
Back by popular demand, Baby Bounce will run every week on Mondays and Wednesdays (except on public holidays).
For children aged 18 months and under, their parents and carers.
Please note: bookings are no longer required for this event.
Every Monday, Comedy at Spleen is the city's hottest show in town - with a packed room every single week.
With drop-in guests in the past like Jimeoin, Arj Barker, Adam Hills, Wil Anderson, Dave Hughes, Celia Pacquola, Charlie Pickering, Fiona O'Loughlin, Tom Gleeson and many more. You will never know which special guest you are going to get. They also feature all the hottest young acts in Melbourne who will be household names of tomorrow.
It is always a cracker of a show, and you always have to get in early to snare a seat.
It's all about fun in the sun. It is social. It is summer.
Summer in Melbourne is all about St Kilda Beach and the St Kilda Sea Baths. If you want to join in or just watch some fun beach volleyball, music, drinks, and pizza right on St Kilda beach - it is on all summer long on Melbourne's most famous beach, right in front of the iconic St Kilda Sea Baths.
Head on down to Republica St Kilda at the St Kilda Sea Baths to join in the fun each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights from 6:00pm, with games commencing at 6:30pm.
The season runs during daylight savings. New players, travelers and people without teams are most welcome, you will be placed with a super fun team.
No experience required and there are great coaches to help you out, so why not have fun in the sun or just soak up the amazing atmosphere. Some food and drinks provided afterwards.
Watch from the famed Republica - St Kilda beachside bar and restaurant - or to play contact Big Al for more details. Underground and above ground Car Parking is available onsite at St Kilda Sea Baths.
For information on getting there, visit the Republica Beach Volleyball page on Facebook.
Right in the heart of Chinatown is the oldest Hofbräuhaus outside of Europe - Hofbräuhaus Melbourne.
Every Tuesday in the Bier Hall, not only can you experience authentic German food and Bier, but also the blending of German, and Australian culture with Ben Sorensen's Trivia Game Show Experience.
A two hour show combining a range of game show questions, history, food, bier, prizes and most of all you are in the centre of a vibrant example of Australian and German culture.
Discover the hidden stories of Heritage Hill in The Secret Life of Gardens, an exhibition exploring how gardens have shaped Australian life for more than a century. From the establishment of Laurel Lodge in 1870 to the City of Greater Dandenong's purchase of Benga in 1985, the gardens at Heritage Hill reveal how people once lived, what they valued, and how their relationship with nature evolved.
The exhibition traces the transformation of the site's historic gardens, including Benga's original layout and the influence of renowned designer Edna Walling, with a rare glimpse into the property's pet cemetery. It highlights the importance of home gardens before supermarkets, the role of food preservation and beekeeping, and the many garden types that supported daily life.
Holiday periods may affect opening hours. Visitors are encouraged to check current opening hours before their visit.
Experience the stories that grow in the garden.
If you love a story, you've come to the right place. Their Storytime sessions showcase classic stories and new works from Victorian and Australian authors – along with your favourite songs and rhymes.
Join your favourite Library storytellers at the Pauline Gandel Children's Quarter every Wednesday.
Please note: Storytime onsite sessions no longer require bookings.
Acclaimed choreographer Annalouise Paul makes her contemporary art debut at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, drawing on more than fifteen years of research through her interdisciplinary project Mother Tongue®.
At its heart is Primordial (2026), a newly commissioned dance film presented within a spiral-shaped architectural installation. As audiences move through the work, shifting perspectives reveal an unfolding choreography of movement, sound, image and space.
For Paul, dance is a mother tongue. Through movement, rhythm, geometry and technology, Uncharted Waters. The Journey of Mother Tongue explores the languages that shape how people relate to one another and the world around them. Drawing on the geometric forms of the grid, triangle and spiral, the exhibition reflects on different ways of understanding our place within social, cultural and natural environments.
Inviting audiences to enter the spiral rather than observe from a distance, Uncharted Waters. The Journey of Mother Tongue blurs the boundaries between choreography, architecture and participation, creating an immersive experience to be watched, walked and felt.
Presented by Greater Dandenong City Council.
Board one of the many river craft at Southgate or Princes Walk or travel along the Yarra in your own boat to visit attractions such as Melbourne Park for the Australian Tennis Open, the Royal Botanical Gardens and Herring Island Park. The Yarra River is now the undisputed social heart of marvellous Melbourne.
A Melbourne icon, the river is the focus for numerous spectacular events including the famous Moomba festival, rowing regattas, the Melbourne Festival and Dragon Boat Festivals.
The Yarra River offers a multitude of picturesque settings. The banks of the river have a number of barbecue and picnic facilities, fishing platforms and jetties. In addition, there are trails and paths which cater for cyclists, walkers and joggers.
Before you go
Conditions can change in parks for many reasons. For the latest information on changes to local conditions, please visit the relevant park page on the Parks Victoria website.
Be bushfire ready in the great outdoors. Refer to the Bushfire Safety section on the Parks Victoria website for tips on how to stay safe.
Melbourne’s Immigration Museum presents a thought-provoking experience filled with stories that are sometimes sad, sometimes funny, but always compelling. And somewhere within, you’ll find your own story.
In 1998, Immigration Museum opened in the beautifully restored Old Customs House on Flinders Street. As the former administrative centre of Melbourne’s immigration and customs, it is the perfect home for a museum filled with the real stories of people who have migrated to Victoria.
Today, you’ll find two floors of exhibition galleries that house temporary exhibitions and events, along with permanent fixtures such as Identity: Yours, Mine, Ours, Leaving Home and Immigrant Stories and Timeline.
The Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT) is a stand-alone Australian First Peoples arts and cultural centre located in the cultural heart of Narrm (Melbourne). It serves as a powerful space for both learning and reconciliation, deeply connected to the history and culture of the First Peoples of South East Australia.
Founded in 1985, KHT works tirelessly to ensure the rich cultural heritage, history and knowledge systems of Victorian First Peoples are valued, celebrated and an active part of society, while also encouraging the next generation to engage with and sustain these vital traditions.
KHT offers a range of immersive experiences, such as guided Aboriginal Cultural Walking Tours. These tours uncover the hidden histories and stories of Narrm. Led by a First Peoples guide, the tours provide a unique opportunity to touch and hold replica artifacts, while learning about their cultural significance.
In addition, KHT showcases an annual temporary exhibition program that offers unique insights into the richness and diversity of Victorian First Peoples art featuring both emerging and established artists, as well as regular changeover of exhibitions from its permanent Collections of historic and contemporary Victorian First Peoples art and cultural belongings.
KHT also runs an extensive range of public programs, further enriching the community's connection to Koorie culture.
The City Circle Tram service provides a free and convenient way to get around central Melbourne. Tourists, shoppers, families and city workers can use the City Circle Tram to travel to major attractions, restaurants, shops and city events.
An audio commentary provides details of city landmarks and major attractions such as the Melbourne Museum, Flinders Street Station, Docklands precinct, Federation Square, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, Princess Theatre and the Queen Victoria Market.
The City Circle route is serviced by heritage W class trams. The City Circle operates in a clockwise direction, with the service taking approximately 60 minutes to complete a loop. You can enjoy this tram as a 'hop on - hop off' service, with the added bonus of travelling aboard traditional Melbourne transportation. Tourists can spend all day on a City Circle Tram!
Information leaflets, including an 'easy to understand' map of the city are available on board each City Circle Tram.
To catch the free City Circle Tram service (route number 35), simply board the tram at any of the specially marked stops on the route. See the Public Transport Victoria website link for more details.
ACMI is the national museum of screen culture. You can explore the world of movies, television, videogames and art, daily, in the heart of Melbourne's City Centre.
Open 364 days a year, ACMI is the most visited museum of its kind in the world. It provides an immersive, fun-filled day out for all ages.
Located in Fed Square, ACMI offers exhibitions, cinemas, and an incredible gift shop with unique and exclusive wares by local artists and a focus on film, television, videogames and art.
As the home of Melbourne's best and most popular film festivals, great Australian and international cinema, an annual calendar of talks and workshops, as well as the very best in contemporary art and screen culture.
Discover The Story of the Moving Image exhibition and journey through the past, present and future of the moving image through interactive experiences, digital innovation and captivating stories.
Discover great cinema in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. With the only human projectionist in the CBD and handpicked film by ACMI curators, ACMI takes movie watching to the next level. Enjoy award contenders, festival favourites and films from around the world, with new screenings daily.
Explore new discoveries and rare screenings you won't find anywhere else, with state-of-the-art sound, comfortable seats and a cinema experience like no other.
Browse the program today.
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia at Federation Square is the home of Australian art with superb collections of Australian Indigenous and non-Indigenous art from the Colonial period to the present day.
With more Australian art on permanent display than any other gallery in the world, as well as special exhibitions and programs, cafes, a restaurant and new perspectives of the city through its glass matrix, NGV Australia is more than a great place to view art. It is a completely fresh approach that encourages people from all walks of life to enjoy the world of art within the new cultural heart of Melbourne.
The NGV collection of Australian art comprises more than 20,000 works. Approximately 800 works are displayed in the new building at one time, and many of these will be rotated frequently to show the full breadth and diversity of Australian art, and to provide visitors with fresh insights.
Admission to the permanent collection is free. Fees may apply to special exhibitions, as advertised.
Dive into a magical underwater world and explore the creatures and features of the ocean like never before, with the thousands of colourful aquatic animals that call SEA LIFE Melbourne home.
Experience the Night on the Reef exhibit, an enchanting journey into the world beneath the ocean, alive with a kaleidoscope of tropical fish species, sharks, and more. Inside this 360° habitat you'll be surrounded by a vivid spectacle of colours that mirror the bustling life found in coral reefs around the world.
Check out the Ocean Invaders exhibit, filled with pulsating jellyfish, and peak into the Jelly Lab where these fascinating creatures are bred.
Visit Penguin Playground home to the majestic King and cheeky Gentoo penguins. This is where our baby King Penguin Pesto, who became a viral sensation, lives with his family.
With interactive animal displays, magical marine stories, and expert keeper presentations, SEA LIFE Melbourne is sure to inspire a love for the oceans.
Booking online before visiting is highly encouraged. This involves pre-paying and selecting the date and timeslot of your visit.
Speakeasy Theatre is Melbourne's leading cabaret and vaudeville venue, housed in a striking 1850s heritage building on Flinders Street. Once a ship supply store and bank, the space now hosts burlesque, cabaret, comedy, magic, and a range of variety acts in two intimate theatres.
Guests can enjoy performances in the Apollo Theatre or head downstairs to the underground Vault Theatre, where the original bank vault now serves as a unique bar.
With excellent public transport connections and convenient parking nearby, Speakeasy Theatre is one of the top nightlife and live entertainment experiences in Melbourne.
Find beautiful, unique gifts with a purpose at the ACMI Shop. Dedicated to screen culture, the ACMI shop stocks exclusive ranges by local artists and sustainably-sourced, superbly-made products that make it a museum gift shop with a difference.
You can find a great range of books, curiosities, apparel, cards and gifts here, as well as an array of ACMI publications and merchandise. If you or your loved ones are devoted to film, television and pop culture, videogames, art or design - you'll find the perfect gift waiting to be discovered.
Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners of Melbourne, the Boonwurrung and the Woi wurrung language groups of the greater Kulin nation.
The museum is on land where Aboriginal people have lived, laughed, fought, married, dreamed and died for thousands of years. Now, in Bunjilaka, they tell the story of survival against the odds and celebrate their vibrant cultures through performances, storytelling, artwork and more.
With the opening of First Peoples in 2013, Bunjilaka presents the Koorie experience with immense power, depth and respect in a major permanent exhibition entirely co-created with Aboriginal people. Bunjilaka's art space, Birrarung Gallery, holds three exhibitions a year of work by contemporary Koorie artists. Birrarung looks out to Milari Garden where they grow plants of significance to the First Peoples of Victoria. Kalaya is their performance space. Judy Watson's major artwork Wurreka adorns the wall outside First Peoples, which leads into a gallery for temporary and touring exhibitions about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
The Stronger Families, Stronger Communities exhibition elevates the voices of nine First Nations men who have taken part in Dardi Munwurro's healing and leadership programs. The exhibition welcomes the broader community into a space of truth-telling, encourages greater understanding of First Peoples' experiences, and supports Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre's commitment to accessibility, equity, and cultural celebration.
One of Australia's most popular and loved museums!
Perfect for the whole family, Melbourne Museum showcases Australian and Victorian social history, Aboriginal cultures, science and the environment.
Expand your mind, discover new things and learn about cultures from the past and present.
With exhibits to surprise and delight all ages, enjoy an inspiring and entertaining day while making memories that last a lifetime.
Visit their permanent collections year-round and join in for exciting programs and temporary exhibitions from near and far. Visit the Pauline Gandel Children's Gallery the immersive space that supports families, carers, educators and children to learn together, designed for babies to five-year-olds. Explore Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, a space dedicated entirely to honouring First People's history, knowledge and living culture, through exhibits, storytelling, performances and more.
As you enter the Forest Gallery, Biik Milboo Dhumba - Country Is Always Talking offers a chance to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of Country and the ways it connects to language and culture by showcasing portraits that introduce people of the Eastern Kulin Nations. You'll find opportunities to listen to stories of their unique and personal connection to Country.
Melbourne Museum is located adjacent to the World Heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building.
