Melbourne Events & Festivals

Sat 01 Jan 2011 - Wed 18 Dec 2013

Queen Victoria Market is much more than Melbourne's shopping mecca – it's a historic landmark, a tourist attraction and a Melbourne institution. Buy a bag of hot, sugary donuts and..

Sat 01 Jan 2011 - Thu 31 Oct 2013

'Cricket Found Me' uses the latest in simulated hologram technology to make you feel like you are actually in the room with Shane Warne as he takes you through some of the finest and more..

Mon 17 Oct 2011 - Wed 13 Nov 2013

Be surrounded by the wonderful diversity of mammals, birds and reptiles from around the world in Melbourne Museum’s permanent exhibition, 'Wild: Amazing animals in a changing..

Thu 27 Sep 2012 - Sun 13 Oct 2013

Lizzy Sampson's work responds to the social and political conditions of her time. Through the transparency of information 'Consumer Behaviour' explores our relationship to consumerism and..

Fri 19 Oct 2012 - Sun 14 Jul 2013

The State Library's domed La Trobe Reading Room is a Melbourne icon, a space that has inspired writers and artists since it opened on 14 November 1913. This exhibition celebrates the..

Fri 26 Oct 2012 - Tue 27 Aug 2013

'Leaving Dublin: Photographs by David Monahan' showcases the stories of Irish migrants who have left their home country over the last three years and are now seeking new lives in Australia..

Fri 16 Nov 2012 - Mon 17 Jun 2013

A Latje Latje man from Mildura, Trevor 'Turbo' Brown is famous for his brightly coloured and playful paintings depicting the close connection he has with animals of the Australian bush...

Fri 23 Nov 2012 - Sun 21 Jul 2013

Thrown: Studio Ceramics from the Kenneth Hood Bequest traces the history and evolution of studio ceramics. Over 70 works from Kenneth Hood’s comprehensive collection will be featured..

Mon 26 Nov 2012 - Thu 20 Jun 2013

The Hellenic Museum presents three exhibitions examining the lives of Greeks and different aspects of Greek settlement in Australia. Although there is evidence of Greeks settling in..

Mon 17 Dec 2012 - Fri 16 Aug 2013

Between 1978 and 1993, the Ministry for the Arts initiated the 'Transporting Art' project, commissioning famous Australian artists to paint Melbourne's iconic W class trams. The project..

Wed 19 Dec 2012 - Thu 19 Dec 2013

MGPO is shining a whole new light on Melbourne this summer. To celebrate its recent restoration works, beams of light are projected on the building to highlight its majestic architectural..

Sat 22 Dec 2012 - Sun 22 Dec 2013

In 1688, James II, the Catholic King of England, Scotland and Ireland, was ousted by parliament in the Glorious Revolution and fled into exile in France. But he did not quietly relinquish..

Tue 01 Jan 2013 - Tue 31 Dec 2013

Navigate your way through history with the Chinese Museum's Children's Treasure Hunt. Your guide is the famous Chinese navigator Zheng He, who lived during the time of the Ming Dynasty and..

Sat 26 Jan 2013 - Sun 26 May 2013

The exhibition features 65 posters from the Polish Poster School, widely recognized as one of the most experimental modern graphic design genres. The works provide a powerful record of..

Tue 05 Feb 2013 - Sun 23 Jun 2013

Acclaimed Indigenous filmmaker and artist Warwick Thornton has a distinctive and powerful cinematic voice. He won the Cannes Film Festival's Camera d'Or for his debut feature, 'Samson and..

Sat 09 Feb 2013 - Tue 31 Dec 2013

As part of the City of Melbourne 2013 Arts Grants Program, artist Lloyd Godman will install Airborne - the world's largest series of super-sustainable rotating air gardens - at the..

Sat 09 Feb 2013 - Sat 27 Jul 2013

'Things of Fire and Ash' commemorates the strength of Kinglake's young people. The photographic portraits, taken by Melbourne artist Lilli Waters, feature young people from the Kinglake..

Mon 11 Feb 2013 - Mon 24 Jun 2013

Bring your workplace together for Melbourne's premiere lunchtime sports competition. Netball is a great team sport and anyone can do it! Basketball is another sport offered through the..

Thu 14 Feb 2013 - Sun 21 Jul 2013

The National Gallery of Victoria's survey of the career of Australian artist Bea Maddock spans her early prints of the 1960s, the incorporation of photo-etching and mass-media imagery in..

Tue 19 Feb 2013 - Tue 28 May 2013

iPads are a great alternative for those who don't have a computer and for those who favour portable technology. iPads offer an incredible array of applications ('apps') so come along and..

Wed 20 Feb 2013 - Wed 26 Jun 2013

Bring your workplace together for Melbourne's premier lunchtime sports competition. Soccer is the ultimate team sport for your workplace! The Corporate Challenge gives workplaces the..

Sat 02 Mar 2013 - Sat 28 Sep 2013

The Western Bulldogs are looking to bounce back in season 2013 and reclaim their spot as one of the best teams in the AFL. They're kicking off the 2013 season with an away game against..

Tue 05 Mar 2013 - Tue 04 Jun 2013

Alasdair McLuckie exhibiton is the first artist to exhibit at Ten Cubed. Represented by Murray White, Alasdair uses a graphic modernist style referencing dark, tribal and humorous themes..

Sat 09 Mar 2013 - Sun 28 Jul 2013

The Enemy Within tells the stories of civilians and prisoners of war in Victoria during the Second World War. This is a little known aspect of Australia’s history and one that had a..

Tue 12 Mar 2013 - Wed 19 Jun 2013

Inspired by the bicentenary of the publication of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice', the Johnston Collection is mounting a special exhibition exploring the role of women as writers..

Thu 14 Mar 2013 - Thu 25 Jul 2013

Bring your workplace together and get involved in Melbourne’s famous Corporate Cup program. Now in its 30th year, this team-based lunchtime program held at the Tan Track encourages..

Sat 16 Mar 2013 - Fri 15 Nov 2013

Kensington Neighbourhood House is excited to be extending its usual Creative Writing Program in 2013. The focus of The Writing Project will be on creating, editing and polishing a piece of..

Sat 16 Mar 2013 - Sun 30 Jun 2013

Showcasing Victoria's talented emerging designers, Top Designs 2013 features exceptional works by Victorian secondary students of VCE Media, Product Design and Technology, Food and..

Tue 19 Mar 2013 - Sat 14 Dec 2013

Take a glimpse at the lifestyles of the rich and famous. Wander through rows of luxurious vehicles such as the Porsche Spyder made famous by James Dean and the Mercedes 300SL a favourite of..

Wed 20 Mar 2013 - Sun 17 Nov 2013

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the Library's annual Creative Fellowships program. Reflecting its place as a hub for intellectual and cultural inquiry, the Library awards..

Thu 21 Mar 2013 - Sun 07 Jul 2013

Forty-three of Victoria's freshest and most inspiring emerging artists are showcasing their exemplary work in the annual exhibition Top Arts 2013 at the National Gallery of Victoria. Now..

Fri 22 Mar 2013 - Sun 28 Jul 2013

Melbourne Museum presents Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul, a remarkable exhibition of stunning artefacts revealing Afghanistan's rich culture. Afghanistan was..

Sat 23 Mar 2013 - Sun 23 Jun 2013

Performative Prints from the Torres Strait celebrates the links between traditional performance and contemporary art. The exhibition showcases dynamic and theatrical works by three..

Sat 23 Mar 2013 - Fri 28 Mar 2014

Nestled in the heart of boho Fitzroy, The Rose St. Artists' Market is where those in-the-know find Melbourne's art and design talent. Each weekend there's a huge line-up of creative..

Mon 25 Mar 2013 - Mon 27 May 2013

Trink tank tank and Anna Pappas Gallery presents Marc Standing's exhibition 'The Duchess of Avon'. Touching on themes of colonialism, identity and displacement, 'The Duchess of Avon' was..

Thu 11 Apr 2013 - Sun 01 Sep 2013

Remembered as a decade of big hair, shoulder pads, music videos and an art market boom, the 1980s was a period in which artists took up a diverse range of aesthetic positions. Mix Tape..

Fri 12 Apr 2013 - Fri 27 Dec 2013

If regular gallery hours don't fit your lifestyle schedules then fortyfivedownstairs has a solution! Get your culture fix and expand your social life at Friday night extended hours. a)..

Fri 12 Apr 2013 - Sat 08 Jun 2013

Immerse yourself in the creative world of award-winning maverick architect, set and costume designer, Peter Corrigan, well known for designing RMIT’s Building 8, a bold city icon. As..

Mon 15 Apr 2013 - Thu 27 Jun 2013

Shadow Play: The Art of Shaanxi Shadow Puppetry is back by popular demand at the Chinese Museum. This exhibition presents a rare collection of beautifully hand crafted shadow puppets used..

Tue 16 Apr 2013 - Tue 25 Jun 2013

Naomi is a qualified Chinese medical practitioner, counsellor and musician with a background in Yoga and Creative dance. Her classes for adults combine simple movements specifically..

Thu 18 Apr 2013 - Thu 27 Jun 2013

Naomi is a qualified Chinese medical practitioner, counsellor and musician with a background in Yoga and Creative dance. Her classes for children combine simple movements designed to..

Fri 19 Apr 2013 - Fri 21 Jun 2013

Tai chi is a graceful way of keeping fit, improving your health, and helping to prevent the stresses and strains of modern living. All YuLong Wushu-Tai Chi classes include Qigong breathing..

Sat 20 Apr 2013 - Sat 13 Jul 2013

Wild@heART Community Arts presents a 12-week fully accessible animation project for people with disability or mental heath issues. Project participants will work with a professional..

Mon 22 Apr 2013 - Fri 28 Jun 2013

As part of the Public Record Office Victoria’s 40th anniversary celebration, we are inviting you to step behind the big red doors and find out: who are we, what we collect, why we collect..

Tue 23 Apr 2013 - Tue 28 May 2013

Held over six consecutive Tuesdays from 23 April 2013, Classics of Crime Fiction will look at the development of detective fiction as a response to the anxieties and perceived threats of..

Tue 23 Apr 2013 - Tue 30 Jul 2013

For three months fortyfivedownstairs is hosting Greg Ades as its artist in residence. Positioned in a studio space at the back of the large gallery, Greg will be working in the space on..

Tue 23 Apr 2013 - Sat 08 Jun 2013

Alive with her characteristic wit and needle-sharp social observation, this MTC Commission is Joanna Murray-Smith's most glittering comedy to date. 'True Minds' is not only a hilarious..

Wed 24 Apr 2013 - Sun 18 Aug 2013

Direct from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, Hollywood Costume explores the central role costume design plays in cinema storytelling. Bringing together the most iconic costumes..

Thu 25 Apr 2013 - Thu 30 May 2013

Taking a fresh approach to human-animal relationships, this six-week course comprises lectures on a range of topics including the vilification of dingoes in Australian society, accountable..

Thu 25 Apr 2013 - Sat 08 Jun 2013

Alive with her characteristic wit and needle-sharp social observation, the world premiere of this MTC Commission is Joanna Murray-Smith’s most glittering comedy to date. Being introduced..