Newsletter | #932 What's On this Week |
What's On Melbourne Newsletter
Wednesday 6th November 2024 - Monday 11th November 2024
Featured This Week
AFLW Premiership: Finals Week #1
An Evening With Stephen Fry
Bjorn Again
Dandy Show
Garage Sale Trail
Impossible Occurrences
MARVELous The Show
Melbourne Cup Carnival & Cruises
Monolith Festival
Port of Melbourne Boat Tours
Remembrance Day
Silvers Circus Spectacular
Sister Act The Musical
State Rose & Garden Show
Ted May: Not Only But Also
The Eagles Story - Altona Bowling Club
The Makers & Shakers Market
Tina the Musical
Tones And I
Werribee Craft Festival
Yarra Valley Plant Fair & Garden Expo
Free Every Tuesday
Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne!
11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month
Remembrance Day
11am - Monday 11th November 2024
Every year at 11am on 11 November - the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month - we pause to remember those men and women who have died or suffered in all wars, conflicts and peace operations.
Your Ultimate Race Day Experience
Melbourne Cup Carnival Cruises
Elevate your Melbourne Cup Carnival experience with our exclusive cruise packages.
Each option offers a unique way to celebrate this iconic event while enjoying the stunning views of Melbourne's waterways.
Oaks Day | Transfer Package Oaks Day Water Taxis
This time Verona tells its story...
Shakespeare-In-Between: Romeo & Juliet
12th - 23rd November 2024 @ St Kilda South Port Uniting
A whole new perspective of this classic play about Verona's townsfolk discover new characters and how they have been impacted by our star cross'd lovers.
Treat yourself to a refreshing escape
Midweek Escape: Enjoy 10% Off All Cruises
From Monday to Friday enjoy 10% off on all our fantastic cruises along the beautiful Yarra River.
Cruise Options include Melbourne Highlights Cruise (2 hours) Parks and Gardens Cruise (1 hour) Ports and Docklands Cruise (1 hour) all 10% Off.
A selection of works by Ted May
Ted May: Not Only But Also
2nd November 2024 - 1st December 2024 @ Gallery Elysium - Hawthorn
This body of works is varied and may at first seem awkward, but for those who know my work, and have a decerning eye will be rewarded, for as they navigate the exhibition, they may find (I hope) something altogether different happening.
Magic & Illusion - Dinner & Show
Impossible Occurrences
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.
Celebrate New Year's Eve on Melbourne's Yarra River
New Year's Eve on Yarra
Tuesday 31st December 2024 - 8pm - 12:30am
Ring in the New Year with a memorable evening aboard one of our exclusive New Year's Eve cruises. Whether you're looking for a gourmet dining experience lively party atmosphere or a relaxed family evening with stunning views of the fireworks we have the perfect option.
Outrageously hilarious parody of Marvel heroes featuring aerials, live vocals, dance, stunts, and a risque edge
MARVELous The Show
6th - 10th November 2024 @ National Theatre
Comedy & satire reign supreme as Deadpool reads the audience a raunchy bedtime story - transforming familiar film scenes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe into comedic & raunchy spectacles, subverting all expectations and revealing unique twists and skillful parodies for an adult audience.
A much-loved classic that will fill the hearts of a new generation
Disney's Beauty and the Beast
Until February 2025 @ Her Majesty's Theatre
This timeless tale has been brought to life on stage like never before in a breathtaking reimagined production. 4-ticket offer available.
Melbourne Cup Carnival 2024
The Melbourne Cup Carnival is a world-class event that encompasses the finest racing entertainment fashion culture food and wine all in one place - Flemington.
Held across four days it is unrivalled in its prestige and tradition and is the unmissable social occasion of the year.
Four Days @ Flemington
Day 1 Saturday - Victoria Derby Day - 2 November 2024 Day 2 Tuesday - Melbourne Cup Day - 5 November 2024 Day 3 Thursday - Oaks Day - 7 November 2024 Day 4 Saturday - Stakes Day - 9 November 2024
Free for all ages | gold coin donation
State Rose & Garden Show
Saturday 9th November 2024 - Sunday 10th November 2024 @ Victoria State Rose Garden - Werribee Park
Across the weekend the gardens will transform into a kaleidoscope of colour as the spring sunshine lights up over 5,000 rose bushes and the manicured lawns play host to numerous garden exhibits, plant stalls, food trucks, and live music - making it a must-see event for visitors of all ages.
148th annual Dandenong Show
Dandy Show
Saturday 9th November 2024 - Sunday 10th November 2024 @ Dandenong Showgrounds
The country's coming to town - Dandy Show. Come to the Show to see lots of horses cattle sheep poultry and more. Go on a ride. Buy a showbag or two. Wander through the arts and crafts pavilion. Lots of entertaining things to see and do. New entertainment. Fireworks on Saturday night.
Finals Week #1 kicks off on Friday night
AFLW Premiership 2024: Finals Week #1
8 teams over 3 days of exciting women's football.
Friday November 8
7:15pm
Kangaroos v Adelaide - Kuwarna
IKON Park, Melbourne - Wurundjeri
Saturday November 9
7:00pm
Fremantle - Walyalup v Essendon
Fremantle Oval, Perth - Whadjuk
Sunday November 10
1:05pm
Hawthorn v Brisbane Lions
IKON Park, Melbourne - Wurundjeri
3:05pm
Port Adelaide - Yartapuulti v Richmond
Alberton Oval, Adelaide - Kaurna
All proceeds to Mission to Seafarers Victoria and Stella Maris Seafarer Centre
Port of Melbourne Boat Tours
DATES: Saturday 26 October + Saturday 9 November + Saturday 16 November 2024
Come explore the Port of Melbourne and learn about the history and operations of Australia's largest container and cargo port at our family-friendly Public Boat Tours.
A special Christmas gift market
The Makers & Shakers Market
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November 2024 @ Seaworks, Williamstown
You'll find over 100 stalls featuring local artisans' handcrafted products. 100 percent Australian made homewares sustainable fashion and delicious food and drinks.
Werribee's 44th annual Craft Festival
Werribee Craft Festival
8th - 9th November 2024 @ Encore Events Centre - Hoppers Crossing
Werribee Craft Festival is a great time to shop for those Handmade Christmas Gifts in November.
A world of fantastic family entertainment
Silvers Circus Spectacular
1st - 10th November 2024 @ Epping Circus Site
Prepare to enter a world of entertainment where your imagination will soar like never before in this completely re-imagined modern circus spectacular.
Family and dog friendly
Yarra Valley Plant Fair & Garden Expo
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th November 2024 @ Romantic Nursery - 125 Quayle Road Wandin
Our two-day plant fair will be focusing on a wide variety of plants including spring flowers and foliage. We will have a range of landscape and urban garden specialists attending the fair selling and sharing their knowledge on plants garden design and garden equipment.
November until mid-January every year
Cherry Picking Season
Cherry picking is a fun family activity. Eat as many as you like while you pick (included in the entry fee). Prices per kilogram vary so check them out before going.
Live Music
Candlelight Concerts
Enjoy a musical experience illuminated by candlelight and performed by live musicians in some of Melbourne's most iconic venues.
One our most stimulating and erudite raconteurs
An Evening With Stephen Fry
Wednesday 6th November 2024 @ Plenary
Step into an unforgettable evening in the company of multi-award-winning comedian, actor and master storyteller Stephen Fry.
Shows plays and musicals
Theatre
Check out these world-class shows playing now and coming soon..
Experience the inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll
Tina the Musical
Extended by popular demand until 26th January 2025 @ Princess Theatre
Featuring more than 20 of her iconic songs including "Simply the Best" "River Deep - Mountain High" and "Proud Mary" this smash-hit musical is bringing Australian audiences to their feet night after night. With critics calling it "a rock music spectacular" (Limelight) and "breathtakingly exciting" (ArtsHub) this heart-pumping production is guaranteed to raise the roof!
Make the most of your weekend in Melbourne
More.. things to see hear & do this weekend
Get out and discover the very best shows festivals dining community exhibitions activities and sport.
EXPERIENCES...
Solve clues that'll take you on a self-guided journey around Melbourne city's iconic laneways
Mystery Picnic | Melbourne Laneways
Starting with an empty picnic basket collect your gourmet picnic food as you get closer to your picturesque picnic location with every clue solved.
Sponsored Partner
Smash Session @ The Smash Room
40 Minutes @ The Smash Room - Keilor East
Get a taste of how fun smashing stuff really is in this dedicated smash room! You'll throw on some overalls and a face shield grab a baseball bat and smash up a range of breakables such as mugs and plates whilst listening to your favourite tunes on the speakers.
SALE...
Shop or sell at over 10,000 garage sales
Garage Sale Trail
9-10 November & 16-17 November 2024
250,000 Australians shop or sell over two big weekends. With so many people comes lots of impact and each year over 1.5 million kgs of stuff is sold and saved from landfill.
Fresh and delicious meal kits delivered right to your door
Top 8 Ready-Made Meals
No fuss or simply ready made meals have everyone covered with express home delivery plans diet plans and weekly food plans
FREE $$$ Saver
Powerpal | Electricity Monitor
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.
Sponsored Partner
Multi-Sensory Journey
SENSAS
6th December 2024 - 29th January 2025 @ South Yarra
For two hours switch between pitch-black challenges and vibrant sensory workshops taking on fun wacky tasks that push the limits of your five senses.
Weekend Markets
Just announced..
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Monday 11th November 2024 - Sunday 17th November 2024
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