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What's On Melbourne Newsletter
Tuesday 27th February 2024 - Monday 4th March 2024
Featured This Week
A Taste of Ireland
BABBA - 30th Anniversary
Be Kind Day
BBC Earth Experience
Be Kind Day - Saturday 2nd March
Clean Up Australia Day
Craigieburn Festival
Cruising Restaurant on the Yarra
Ethiopian Food and Music
Flavour Fest
Glenferrie Festival
HAVASI Pure Piano Tour
Hello Sunshine | Music & Food Festival
Impossible Occurrences
Isabella and Marcus Classic Car Day
Knox Festival
Marshmallow Laser Feast
Mike Reed: Eyes On India
MSO: Sidney Myer Free Concerts
National Sustainable Living Festival
Paypal Melbourne Fashion Festival
Rain Room at Jackalope Pavilion
Scoresby Steamfest
Steve McCurry ICONS
Summer at The Square
The Eagles Story
The Prosecco Festival
Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition
Triennial
Turkish Pazar Festival
Wanstock
Wine & Cheese Fest
Free Every Tuesday
Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne!
Be Kind Day 2024 - Saturday 2nd March 2024
Join the world's fastest growing movement.. Start today by being kind to everyone.. think kind, act kind.. be kind.
Show kindness in every situation, every interaction, every time !
Melbourne Celtic Festival 2024
St Patrick's Day Weekend: 16th + 17th March 2024 @ Mission to Seafarers
Get your entire family and all your mates together to enjoy a stellar line-up of Celtic musicians across 3 indoor stages and a garden stage at this community event that promises the best Craic in town in 2024.
HAVASI Pure Piano Tour
Friday 24th May 2024 @ Hamer Hall
Don't miss the virtuoso pianist and musical visionary Havasi as he returns to Australia. Having performed at the world's most prestigious concert halls he is regarded as one of the rare contemporary composers with a rock-star like charisma.
Mike Reed: Eyes On India
Photography Exhibition @ Wolfhound Gallery - Fitzroy
29th February 2024 - 17th March 2024
Mike Reed discovers a beautiful colourful friendly and endearing nation through Mumbai New Delhi Rajasthan and Varanasi.
Scoresby Steamfest
9th - 11th March 2024 @ National Steam Centre - Scoresby
It's full steam ahead at the 56th annual Scoresby Steamfest! A great day out for all the family. Fun for the kids and intriguing for machinery enthusiasts. Interact with the magnificent vintage steam machinery. Take rides on the miniature railway or tractor rides.
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
A Taste of Ireland returns with a performance that is 'Celtic' for this decade. Laugh cry and jig into the night with a show that has entertained thousands.
2024 Tour
Cruising Restaurant on the Yarra
Lunch Brunch & Dinner Cruises
Dine on the Spirit of Melbourne as you explore the Yarra. Step aboard the Spirit of Melbourne settle into your table and prepare for a culinary journey. As you savour your meal gaze out the panoramic windows and be mesmerized by the stunning waterfront views of Melbourne that unfold before your eyes.
BABBA - 30th Anniversary Celebration Shows
A BABBA show is an electrifying experience that transports audiences back to the glory days of ABBA. With stunning costumes captivating choreography and pitch-perfect renditions of the band's greatest hits.
2024 sees these talented and passionate performers celebrating their 30th Anniversary year bringing the infectious energy of ABBA to life on stage.
The Eagles Story - 2024 Shows
The Eagles Story - Australia's Premier Eagles Experience is a celebration of the iconic American rock band The Eagles.
With incredible attention to detail the performers bring the band's legendary music to life in a way that is both authentic and electrifying.
The respect for the original band by members Pete McCarthy Gary Young Paul Gales Norm McNaughton & Steve Wells are the driving force that continues to ensure that each in their own right 'Take it to the Limit'
Magic & Illusion - Dinner & Show
Mind blowing magic right before your eyes. Every Friday night witness miracles upclose with award-winning magician Luke Hocking at Melbourne's #1 magic & illusion show at the 5 Star Marriott Hotel.
MSO: Sidney Myer Free Concerts
Be serenaded under the stars by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
Join us for a magical evening of music at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl - the quintessential Melbourne summer tradition!
Glenferrie Festival
Sunday 3rd March 2024 - Glenferrie Road between Barkers Road and Burwood Road
There will be food, rides, performances and market stalls running alongside the Glenferrie Road shops. Activities for the entire family.
The Prosecco Festival
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Abbotsford Convent
Meet growers, winemakers and importers, and taste some of the best Prosecco available in Australia today, and with over 40 different Proseccos to try there's one to suit every palate!
Clean Up Australia Day - Sunday 3rd March 2024
STEP UP TO CLEAN UP THIS MARCH
We're inviting all Australians to join a local Clean Up activity in their local area make a real difference for the environment. And while the Clean Up is important today our focus needs to be as much on preventing rubbish entering our environment as it is removing what has already accumulated.
Wine & Cheese Fest
Sunday 3rd March 2024 @ The Timber Yard - Port Melbourne
The 11th edition will see around 50 artisan producers come together to create an epic delicatessen. There will be free tastings, masterclasses, the opportunity to speak to each boutique producer and, of course, support Aussie businesses by buying produce to savour at home.
Craigieburn Festival
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Anzac Park
This jam-packed family friendly day promises entertainment and activities for all ages including Carnival rides, face painting, animal farm and kids activities, workshops, music, food and drink, stalls and fireworks.
Hello Sunshine | Music & Food Festival
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Caribbean Park - Scoresby
Massive line-up including Amy Shark, The Cat Empire, rapper 360, Pierce Brothers, DJs Yo! Mafia and Cadence and a DJ set from Murray - the original Red Wiggle.
Summer at The Square
Until 29th February 2024 @ Fed Square
Fed Square is home to free live music and outdoor cinema featuring a line-up of homegrown global superstars and international drawcards. This summer at Fed Square features a curated program of film and music - with something new each night of the week.
Ethiopian Food and Music
Wednesday 28th February 2024 @ The Factory - Richmond
Join us for a captivating evening of Ethiopian Food and Music presented by Sinq Foods, featuring mesmerizing performances by 2Pac Azmariw.
Isabella and Marcus Classic Car Day
Sunday 3rd March 2024 @ Bicentennial Park - Chelsea
Bring along your family to see American, European and Australian Classic Cars, live music, 1950's fashion parade, children's entertainment and food/drink. Proceeds will fund research to develop treatments for children with brain cancer.
Flavour Fest
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Woodlea Estate - Rockbank FREE
We're back with a delicious blend of ï¬ery, sweet and smoky sensations for the return of Flavour Fest 2024 - a food & music festival celebrating community, culture and cuisine. Featuring Australia's hottest bands, Play Zone for the kids, carnival rides, wellness activities & live music, as well as Melbourne's fave food trucks.
Knox Festival
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree Gully
Knox Festival is a free community event welcoming locals to come together and celebrate community life. Featuring a range of activities for the whole family including arts and outdoor play, food trucks, thrilling rides, community stalls, amazing stage programs, sports, 'come and try' activities and heaps more.
Wanstock - Animals + Dragon + Ted Mulry Gang
Saturday 2nd March 2024 @ Shoppingtown Hotel
Wanstock 2024 is headlined by the legendary Animals, in their last ever tour of Australia, playing all their classic hits.
Turkish Pazar Festival
Saturday 2nd March 2024 + Sunday 3rd March 2024 @ Queen Victoria Market
The Turkish Pazar Festival brings all the delights of a traditional Turkish street bazaar to the Queen Victoria Market with a free, family-friendly celebration of food, music, dance and culture.
Candlelight Concerts
Enjoy a musical experience illuminated by candlelight and performed by live musicians in some of Melbourne's most iconic venues.
Theatre & Musicals
Get in quick for these world-class shows now and coming soon..
Steve McCurry ICONS: Photography Exhibition
28th February 2024 - 20th April 2024 @ Seaworks Williamstown
With more than 100 large-format photographs ICONS is one of the most complete retrospectives of the career of Steve McCurry one of the main international figures in the world of photography over the last 40 years.
Paypal Melbourne Fashion Festival
Saturday 24th February 2024 - Saturday 9th March 2024 @ Royal Exhibition Building
Australia's largest fashion event returns to Melbourne with 14 days of fashion and entertainment across the city, celebrating style and creativity on the runway and beyond.
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience
Until Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Fever Exhibitions Hall - Brunswick
Dinos Alive is a dinosaur exhibition featuring life-size animated replicas in an immersive Jurassic venue. Walk alongside the massive creatures that roamed our world millions of years ago!
Marshmallow Laser Feast: Works of Nature at ACMI
Until Sunday 14th April 2024 @ ACMI - Australian Centre for the Moving Image
Marshmallow Laser Feast: Works of Nature illuminates the hidden forces surrounding us revealing the sublime through sensory journeys beyond our everyday perception. From the roots of a majestic Amazonian tree to the unseen branches of the body and the birth of galaxies this hypnotic immersive experience explores the rhythm that cultivates and connects all life - breath.
Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition
Until Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Melbourne Museum
One of the most famous tragedies in modern history the story of the Titanic and its ill-fated maiden voyage continues to enthral educate and break hearts more than 110 years since she sank to the bottom of the ocean.
This is the only exhibition in Australia to feature more than 200 real artefacts recovered directly from the wreck site. Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition focuses on the voyage's compelling human stories taking visitors on a memorable journey through the events of that fateful night.
Blue Lotus Water Garden: Lotus Flower Season
Until Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Blue Lotus Water Garden - Yarra Junction
Visitors will get to see the world's most extensive collection of different lotus flower varieties which produce millions of huge flowers over this period. Highlights include Lotus Lake and Lotus Wetlands with thousands of blooms each day creating a virtual sea of flowers in every direction.
Moonlight Cinema @ Royal Botanic Gardens
Celebrating 28 years of movies under the stars.
Catch the summer's biggest blockbusters new releases advanced screenings and cult classic films under a starlit cinema screen. Moonlight Cinema brings the festival atmosphere to film-watching.
NGV Triennial
Free exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria
If you only see one exhibition this year this is it! A wonderful opportunity to see our fantastic NGV water wall stained glass ceiling plus this amazing free exhibition.
NGV Triennial is a powerful and moving snapshot of the world today as captured through the work of 100 artists designers and collectives at the forefront of global contemporary practice.
Princess Diana Exhibition: Accredited Access
Until Sunday 10th March 2024 (extended) @ The Tea House - Southbank
A intimate exhibit of iconic photographs of the world's most famous Princess and never-before-heard stories as told through the lens of Diana's Official Royal Photographer and friend.
Rain Room
Until 31st March 2024 @ Jackalope Pavilion - St Kilda
A 100 square metre field of continuous rainfall Rain Room is a responsive environment engaging all the senses allowing you to be fully immersed in the rain while simultaneously protected from it.
Unko Museum: Poop Experience
Until Friday 29th March 2024 @ 360 Bourke St Melbourne
A fun and interactive exhibit with adorable and colorful poop decor! A Kawaii experience from Japan is coming to Melbourne!
The installations displays and immersive attractions within the museum revolve around the theme of 'adorable poop' creating a world where this unlikely subject becomes a work of eccentric genius. Tickets on sale now!
BBC Earth Experience
Until 28th April 2024 (extended) @ Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Exclusive to Melbourne - a 360-degree walk-through audiovisual event which draws upon footage from Seven Worlds One Planet. Travel the natural world and journey across the seven continents in one epic experience narrated by David Attenborough.
Ready-Made Meals Guide - Home Delivered
Fresh and delicious meal kits delivered right to your door.
No fuss or simply ready made meals have everyone covered with express home delivery plans diet plans and weekly food plans
Powerpal | Electricity Monitor
FREE for every Victorian
Powerpal connects a smart phone to your electricity meter and shows power usage in real-time helping you to make better decisions about the way you use energy.
Weekend Markets
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