It is always a challenge writing a newsletter the week before the big one, the race that stop's a nation, the Melbourne Cup.
There is a lot of movie news to start with but then we get down to another action packed week in marvellous Melbourne that includes Halloween on Friday.
Enjoy! MelB
Free Cinema
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Summertime Cinema is making its way to parks and gardens with an eclectic program of cinematic masterpieces and classics to enjoy with family and friends.
Taking place over three consecutive Saturday's in December and held in various parks and gardens within Boroondara.
Best of all entry is free!
When: 8pm, Saturday 6 December 2014 Where:Greythorn Park | North Balwyn Event Listing:More..
Outdoor Cinema
Under The Stars
While we are talking about cinema and summer, we must mention a newish tradition in Melbourne, outdoor cinema.
Outdoor cinemas pop-up all over Melbourne where we can watch classic movies under the stars. Here are a few outdoor cinemas.
Southgate Cinema shows free movies every Tuesday and Wednesday night.
Maltesers Moonlight Cinema in the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Rooftop Cinema on top of Curtin House.
Ben & Jerry's Open Air Cinema in St Kilda.
The Shadow Electric in Abbotsford Convent.
Cameo Outdoor Cinema in Belgrave.
When: from November to March Event Listing:See Guide..
Irish dance
Celtic Legends
If you like traditional Irish dance then you must see the Celtic Legends who are currently in Australia.
Celtic Legends brings you 100% live traditional Irish dance, music and song creating an electric atmosphere which has swept countless international audiences away to the heart of Ireland.
When: Until 4th November 2014 Where: The Palais, Warragul, Frankston, Moonee Ponds and Shepparton. Event Listing:View Gig Guide..
Coming Soon
Made In Melbourne | Film Festival
The Made in Melbourne Film Festival is an exclusive showcase for Melbourne filmmakers and films that are 'Made in Melbourne'.
MIM has more surprises, prizes, and of course quality films in store. The festival will once again showcase the best shorts, features, and high school films.
Finalists will be announced soon!
When: 27 - 30 November 2014 Bookings:mim.org.au Event Listing:More..
Game Heaven
PAX | Penny Arcade Expo
PAX is one of the world's biggest games festivals back for a second year in Melbourne.
The festival takes a broad view of games and will encompass console video games, PC games, handheld games, board games, card games, role-playing games and miniatures.
Australia's only pen show featuring vintage writing instruments, fountain pens, writing ephemera for display and sale.
Features pens - ancient and modern, vintage writing equipment, pen retailers and manufacturers, leather goods, handmade paper, ink, stationery and loads of vintage pen enthusiasts with whom a wealth of knowledge can be shared.
When: Halloween is on Friday 31st October 2014. Event Listing:View More..
SecondBite
Emirates Melbourne Cup Eve Ball
Melbournes' most prestigious corporate Melbourne Cup event supports SecondBite.
Following the success of The Asian Executive's inaugural Melbourne Spring Racing charity ball last year, it has green-lighted a worthy sequel.
The Palladium at Crown ballroom will look and feel divine dancing, chatting and joviality at the eve of one of the world's richest and most exciting horse races, the 2014 Emirates Melbourne Cup.
The centrepiece of the evening is a performance of Strictly Ballroom.
It is always a challenge writing a newsletter the week before the big one, the race that stop's a nation, the Melbourne Cup.
There is a lot of movie news to start with but then we get down to another action packed week in marvellous Melbourne that includes Halloween on Friday.
Enjoy! MelB
Free Cinema
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Summertime Cinema is making its way to parks and gardens with an eclectic program of cinematic masterpieces and classics to enjoy with family and friends.
Taking place over three consecutive Saturday's in December and held in various parks and gardens within Boroondara.
Best of all entry is free!
When: 8pm, Saturday 6 December 2014 Where:Greythorn Park | North Balwyn Event Listing:More..
Outdoor Cinema
Under The Stars
While we are talking about cinema and summer, we must mention a newish tradition in Melbourne, outdoor cinema.
Outdoor cinemas pop-up all over Melbourne where we can watch classic movies under the stars. Here are a few outdoor cinemas.
Southgate Cinema shows free movies every Tuesday and Wednesday night.
Maltesers Moonlight Cinema in the Royal Botanic Gardens.
Rooftop Cinema on top of Curtin House.
Ben & Jerry's Open Air Cinema in St Kilda.
The Shadow Electric in Abbotsford Convent.
Cameo Outdoor Cinema in Belgrave.
When: from November to March Event Listing:See Guide..
Irish dance
Celtic Legends
If you like traditional Irish dance then you must see the Celtic Legends who are currently in Australia.
Celtic Legends brings you 100% live traditional Irish dance, music and song creating an electric atmosphere which has swept countless international audiences away to the heart of Ireland.
When: Until 4th November 2014 Where: The Palais, Warragul, Frankston, Moonee Ponds and Shepparton. Event Listing:View Gig Guide..
Coming Soon
Made In Melbourne | Film Festival
The Made in Melbourne Film Festival is an exclusive showcase for Melbourne filmmakers and films that are 'Made in Melbourne'.
MIM has more surprises, prizes, and of course quality films in store. The festival will once again showcase the best shorts, features, and high school films.
Finalists will be announced soon!
When: 27 - 30 November 2014 Bookings:mim.org.au Event Listing:More..
Game Heaven
PAX | Penny Arcade Expo
PAX is one of the world's biggest games festivals back for a second year in Melbourne.
The festival takes a broad view of games and will encompass console video games, PC games, handheld games, board games, card games, role-playing games and miniatures.
Australia's only pen show featuring vintage writing instruments, fountain pens, writing ephemera for display and sale.
Features pens - ancient and modern, vintage writing equipment, pen retailers and manufacturers, leather goods, handmade paper, ink, stationery and loads of vintage pen enthusiasts with whom a wealth of knowledge can be shared.
When: Halloween is on Friday 31st October 2014. Event Listing:View More..
SecondBite
Emirates Melbourne Cup Eve Ball
Melbournes' most prestigious corporate Melbourne Cup event supports SecondBite.
Following the success of The Asian Executive's inaugural Melbourne Spring Racing charity ball last year, it has green-lighted a worthy sequel.
The Palladium at Crown ballroom will look and feel divine dancing, chatting and joviality at the eve of one of the world's richest and most exciting horse races, the 2014 Emirates Melbourne Cup.
The centrepiece of the evening is a performance of Strictly Ballroom.