Things to see, hear & do this weekend
Make the most of your weekend in Melbourne with these fabulous events.
No city does it better than Melbourne, so get out and discover the very best shows, festivals, dining, community, exhibitions, activities and sport.
Our picks of the best to see, hear and do in and around Melbourne.
Our Picks
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Happens: Saturday, Sunday
When: Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Bubble Planet is an immersive experience in which you'll surround yourself with bubbles like never before!
Step into a planet beyond your imagination with VR technology themed .. Show More..
When: Every Friday
Venue: Marriott Melbourne Hotel
Discover Melbourne's Best-Kept Secret - Impossible Occurrences
Step into a world of wonder and watch the impossible happen right before your eyes at Impossible Occurrences - Me.. Show More..
When: Friday 3rd July 2026 to Sunday 5th July 2026
Venue: Southbank Promenade
Experience Melbourne from the water this winter with Melbourne River Cruise's special Firelight Festival Harbour Lights Cruise!
Running from 3rd July to 5th July, hop on board f.. Show More..
When: Friday 12th June 2026 to Sunday 2nd August 2026
Step into a winter wonderland as Lightscape returns to Royal Botanic Gardens.
New installations. New artists. A breathtaking NEW journey.
Whether it's your first visit or a r.. Show More..
When: Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Venue: 206 Bourke Street
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City transports you back 450 years ago to the heart of the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality.
You'll climb the breathtaking peak.. Show More..
When: Weekends (Saturday - Sunday)
Venue: Southbank Promenade
Melbourne City to Williamstown Return Ferry Cruise - 2 Hours
Hop on board this two hour cruise that ventures out into Port Phillip Bay to Williamstown. Departing from Southbank .. Show More..
When: Wednesday 20th May 2026 to Sunday 19th July 2026
Venue: Flemington Racecourse
A Cirque du Soleil production featuring Acrobatics and the Art of clowning that has audiences on the edge of their seats.
KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience.. Show More..
When: Tuesday 12th May 2026 to Monday 31st August 2026
Address: Australia
Spicers Retreats is a curated collection of luxury lodges boutique hotels and private eco-retreats located in New South Wales and Queensland.
Each destination offers a unique b.. Show More..
Address: 26 Star Crescent, Level 1, Harbour Town,, Docklands 3008
ArtVo in Docklands has reopened (June 2026) with 40 brand-new immersive trick art installations.
ArtVo has long been one of Melbourne's most popular interactive attractions, dr.. Show More..
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When: Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Venue: Science Gallery Melbourne
EMERGENCE[Y] brings together artists, scientists and collaborators from around the globe to explore how we adapt to a world in flux.
In an age marked by ecological collapse, te.. Show More..
When: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Venue: Immigration Museum
After captivating more than 2 million visitors worldwide, Eonarium Enlightenment presents a spectacular light and sound show inspired by Vivaldi's masterpiece, "The Four Seasons"... Show More..
Venue: Fed Square
Fed Square will transform into the French Alps this winter with Fondue Chalet
Bienvenue to the
FONDUE CHALET
FRENCH MELTED CHEESE & FIRE PIT EXPERIENCE
Friday 15th Ma.. Show More..
When: Every Wednesday
Venue: Queen Victoria Market
The Winter Night Market returns every Wednesday from 3 June - 26 August 2026.
Warm up with a rotating line-up of global street food, winter comfort eats and hot drinks. Feast o.. Show More..
When: Friday 8th May 2026 to Saturday 6th June 2026
Address: Chapel Off Chapel, Prahran 3181
ONCE is the eight-time Tony Award-winning Irish musical that became a Broadway phenomenon in 2012 and went onto become a global smash hit.
Based on the 2007 film of the same na.. Show More..
When: Friday 17th April 2026 to Sunday 7th June 2026
Venue: Meat Market
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market int.. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Sunday 7th June 2026
There is still something special about music you can hold in your hands. Vinyl, cassettes, zines, merch and limited-run releases all have a character that streaming can't quite rep.. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Sunday 7th June 2026
At Oz Comic-Con we truly celebrate the diversity and passion within pop culture fandoms.
With its inclusive atmosphere, it provides a platform for fans of all ages and interest.. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Sunday 7th June 2026
Address: Rutherglen 3685
King's Birthday Weekend
Saturday 6th June 2026 - Sunday 7th June 2026
Roam Rutherglen, it's the place on every wine lover's lips.
The Winemakers of Rutherglen are now eme.. Show More..
When: Sunday 7th June 2026
Address: Main Street,, Rutherglen 3685
The Rutherglen Country Fair is one of the largest regional markets in Victoria held on King's Birthday Sunday, part of the popular Winery Walkabout.
Come along and grab a barga.. Show More..
When: Sunday 7th June 2026
Venue: Queen Victoria Market
Let's showcase the Portuguese culture, traditions and cuisine in a day of celebration of the Portuguese National Day!
Sunday 7th June 2026 @ Queen Victoria Market
The Taste.. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Model Expo is a showcase of everything that encompasses plastic modelling.
The Australian Model Expo is currently the biggest Model Show in Australia.
Held over 3 days it is.. Show More..
When: Monday 8th June 2026
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground
This year the Big Freeze at the 'G is bringing the chills and thrills like never before.
Cheer on a new team of Sliders as they take on the Big Freeze 12 slide all in the name .. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Address: Melbourne 3001
The 2026 King's Birthday Long Weekend takes place from Saturday 6th June to Monday 8th June 2026.
A public holiday on Monday means we have three whole days to play, explore, so.. Show More..
When: Friday 5th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Australia's largest health, wellness and spirituality festival is returning to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 5-8 June 2026.
The MindBodySpirit Festival is Au.. Show More..
When: Friday 5th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Address: Mornington
Celebrating 12 years..
The Mornington Winter Music Festival is back!
Friday 5th June 2026 - Monday 8th June 2026 @ Mornington
Our venues will be filled with live music (.. Show More..
When: Friday 5th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Address: Portarlington 3223
Join us for the monumental 21st anniversary of the National Celtic Folk Festival in Portarlington!
Friday 5th June 2026 - Monday 8th June 2026 @ Portarlington
This year prom.. Show More..
When: Wednesday 27th May 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Address: Melbourne 3001
RISING returns - a winter festival of new art music and performance in the heart of Naarm/Melbourne.
Wednesday 27th May 2026 - Monday 8th June 2026
RISING is for everyone
.. Show More..
When: Saturday 6th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Venue: Victorian Ski Resorts
The traditional start to the Victorian ski season starts on the King's Birthday weekend.
Saturday 6th June 2026 - Monday 8th June 2026
Victoria's alpine regions are set to w.. Show More..
When: Friday 5th June 2026 to Monday 8th June 2026
Address: Woodend 3442
King's Birthday Weekend
For 2 decades the Woodend Winter Arts Festival has brought together acclaimed Australian and international talent with the music, literary and arts comm.. Show More..
When: Thursday 4th June 2026 to Sunday 14th June 2026
Venue: Palais Theatre
St Kilda Film Festival returns 4 - 14 June 2026!
Proudly presented and produced by the City of Port Phillip, St Kilda Film Festival supports the Australian film industry by turn.. Show More..
When: Friday 27th March 2026 to Sunday 12th July 2026
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Fed Square
Level 3
27 Mar - 12 Jul 2026, free entry
The depiction of mother and child is one of the oldest and most enduring themes in.. Show More..
When: Friday 1st May 2026 to Sunday 12th July 2026
Venue: Her Majesty's Theatre
If only life were as easy as pie.. Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Melbourne!
Everyone deserves a slice of happiness!
Broadway's smash-hit musical .. Show More..
When: Friday 6th February 2026 to Sunday 19th July 2026
Venue: Princess Theatre
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | Season extended until 19th July 2026 @ Princess Theatre
This outrageous mu.. Show More..
When: Friday 27th March 2026 to Sunday 26th July 2026
Venue: The District Docklands
Seen in 175 cities by over 58 million visitors worldwide, BODY WORLDS offers a fascinating look inside the human body through real specimens and groundbreaking science.
Embark o.. Show More..
When: Friday 12th June 2026 to Sunday 4th October 2026
In 2026, the NGV presents Cartier, a landmark exhibition featuring more than 300 extraordinary objects - from precious jewels and historic gemstones to iconic watches and clocks - .. Show More..
When: Wednesday 10th June 2026 to Sunday 11th October 2026
Celebrating 50 years of the Australian Performing Arts Collection.
Presented by Arts Centre Melbourne
Discover fifty fascinating objects from five decades of the Australian .. Show More..
When: Saturday 5th June 2027
Address: Australia
World Environment Day celebrates its 27th anniversary on 5th of June 2027.
World Environment Day reminds us to take action to conserve and protect our natural environment.
T.. Show More..
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