Don't miss in Melbourne
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UNTIL 31 JAN
Margaret Preston: A Retrospective
On until Sun 31 Jan
Ticketed NGV retrospective of modernist painter Margaret Preston at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square. Closes 31 January.
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Ticketed NGV retrospective of modernist painter Margaret Preston at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square. Closes 31 January.
This weekend 11
TOMORROW
Free
ROME: Empire, Power, People
9 dates · next Tue 13 Oct
Featuring original statues, mosaics, frescoes, jewellery and everyday objects from the humblest to the most sumptuous, this Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Rome's political, cultural and social life.
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Featuring original statues, mosaics, frescoes, jewellery and everyday objects from the humblest to the most sumptuous, this Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Rome's political, cultural and social life.
- Tue 13 Oct 2026
- Wed 14 Oct 2026
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
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- Wed 21 Oct 2026
TOMORROW
Free
Marvel Stadium Tour
12 dates · next Tue 13 Oct
Ticketed event at Marvel Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at Marvel Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
- Tue 13 Oct 2026
- Wed 14 Oct 2026
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
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TOMORROW
Free
Carl Barron: Just Wondering Why
5 dates · next Tue 13 Oct
The brand-new show from Australia's most popular comedian!! One thing Carl has heard his whole life is that he thinks too much. Doors 7pm.
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The brand-new show from Australia's most popular comedian!! One thing Carl has heard his whole life is that he thinks too much. Doors 7pm.
- Tue 13 Oct 2026
- Wed 14 Oct 2026
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
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- Sun 18 Oct 2026
WED 14 OCT
Free
Briefs: The Works
6 dates · next Wed 14 Oct
Circus with attitude. Drag with muscle. Burlesque with bite.
After selling out seasons around the world and setting Melbourne's Spiegel Haus ablaze, Briefs Factory brings its hit sensation BRIEFS: THE WORKS to Melbourne Fringe.
This is a no-holds-barred raid through the glittering archives of Australia's most iconic queer cabaret company. A high voltage collision of world class circus, outrageous drag, seductive burlesque and filthy comedy, delivered with the swagger and skill and that have made Briefs a global phenomenon.
Hosted by the incomparable Fez Faanana as Shivannah, and featuring a
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Circus with attitude. Drag with muscle. Burlesque with bite. After selling out seasons around the world and setting Melbourne's Spiegel Haus ablaze, Briefs Factory brings its hit sensation BRIEFS: THE WORKS to Melbourne Fringe. This is a no-holds-barred raid through the glittering archives of Australia's most iconic queer cabaret company. A high voltage collision of world class circus, outrageous drag, seductive burlesque and filthy comedy, delivered with the swagger and skill and that have made Briefs a global phenomenon. Hosted by the incomparable Fez Faanana as Shivannah, and featuring a
- Wed 14 Oct 2026
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- Sun 18 Oct 2026
THU 15 OCT
Free
The Shark Is Broken
10 dates · next Thu 15 Oct
When the shark won't work, the drama does. Behind the scenes of Jaws, three actors are stranded on a boat as tempers flare, egos clash and a cinematic legend hangs by a thread. The Shark Is Broken is a razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud play about fame, failure, and friendship under pressure - an edgy, once is a lifetime theatrical treat that proves the biggest drama was never in the water. You're gonna need a bigger seat. Book Now .
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When the shark won't work, the drama does. Behind the scenes of Jaws, three actors are stranded on a boat as tempers flare, egos clash and a cinematic legend hangs by a thread. The Shark Is Broken is a razor-sharp, laugh-out-loud play about fame, failure, and friendship under pressure - an edgy, once is a lifetime theatrical treat that proves the biggest drama was never in the water. You're gonna need a bigger seat. Book Now .
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
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THU 15 OCT
Free
Cosi Fan Tutte
2 dates · next Thu 15 Oct
Melbourne Opera presents, Mozart's sparkling comedy in a new production by Suzanne Chaundy featuring some of Mozart's most beautiful ensembles and arias - Cosi fan Tutte is accessible and enjoyable comedy in which two men test their girlfriends fidelity and infidelity.
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Melbourne Opera presents, Mozart's sparkling comedy in a new production by Suzanne Chaundy featuring some of Mozart's most beautiful ensembles and arias - Cosi fan Tutte is accessible and enjoyable comedy in which two men test their girlfriends fidelity and infidelity.
- Thu 15 Oct 2026
- Sun 18 Oct 2026
FRI 16 OCT
Free
Comedy Fridays at Piper's Playhouse
Fri 16 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Ticketed event at Piper's Playhouse. 18+.
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Ticketed event at Piper's Playhouse. 18+.
SAT 17 OCT
Free
Mango Party at Prahran Market
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct
A weekend of mango demos, free tastings and kids' activities at Prahran Market.
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A weekend of mango demos, free tastings and kids' activities at Prahran Market.
SAT 17 OCT
Free
Italian Festa & Expo
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct
Free Italian food weekend at the Royal Exhibition Building with 50+ food vendors, live music on three stages, bars and a kids' area. Sat 11am to 10.30pm, Sun 11am to 8.30pm.
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Free Italian food weekend at the Royal Exhibition Building with 50+ food vendors, live music on three stages, bars and a kids' area. Sat 11am to 10.30pm, Sun 11am to 8.30pm.
SAT 17 OCT
Free
Melbourne Donut Festival
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct · 9am–4pm daily
Free weekend of 15+ donut makers under cover in the Queen Victoria Market sheds, with coffee and entertainment.
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Free weekend of 15+ donut makers under cover in the Queen Victoria Market sheds, with coffee and entertainment.
SAT 17 OCT
Free
Tina's Rooftop Piano Bar
Sat 17 Oct · 6:00pm–7:15pm
A cabaret and comedy cocktail hour (and 15!)
Tina Del Twist lets her velvet voice and wicked wit loose with a bevy of dazzling guests every Saturday throughout Melbourne Fringe Festival, on the Spiegel Haus Rooftop. Australia’s much-loved nightingale holds court as your host, serving glamour, laughter and a generous splash of mischief.
*Strictly no refunds
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A cabaret and comedy cocktail hour (and 15!) Tina Del Twist lets her velvet voice and wicked wit loose with a bevy of dazzling guests every Saturday throughout Melbourne Fringe Festival, on the Spiegel Haus Rooftop. Australia’s much-loved nightingale holds court as your host, serving glamour, laughter and a generous splash of mischief. *Strictly no refunds
Next 7 days 2
TOMORROW
Free
Che Durena - Relocated to Comic's Lounge
Tue 13 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Che Durena is best known for his viral videos and impressive social media presence, with over 8 million followers and counting. His content has garnered over 1 billion views worldwide. A seasoned standup comic with more than a decade of experience, Che has performed at the world's largest comedy festival three times, headlining sold-out theatre shows and sharing stages with comedy greats. He's been featured on national networks such as the CBC and as a guest on top-ranking comedy podcasts. Before his social media rise, Che worked as a host and writer for My Most Amazing Top 10, a YouTube chann
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Che Durena is best known for his viral videos and impressive social media presence, with over 8 million followers and counting. His content has garnered over 1 billion views worldwide. A seasoned standup comic with more than a decade of experience, Che has performed at the world's largest comedy festival three times, headlining sold-out theatre shows and sharing stages with comedy greats. He's been featured on national networks such as the CBC and as a guest on top-ranking comedy podcasts. Before his social media rise, Che worked as a host and writer for My Most Amazing Top 10, a YouTube chann
MON 19 OCT
Free
Melbourne Fashion Week
Mon 19 Oct – Sun 25 Oct
A week of runways, talks and exhibitions in the CBD. The two City Square runways are free to attend.
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A week of runways, talks and exhibitions in the CBD. The two City Square runways are free to attend.
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WED 21 OCT
Free
Melb Int'l Jazz Fest - Haus Party
Wed 21 Oct · 6:00pm–11:59pm
Rally your favourite people for a huge night at Jazz Fest’s Haus Party — where jazz, groove, hip-hop and electronic music collide.
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Rally your favourite people for a huge night at Jazz Fest’s Haus Party — where jazz, groove, hip-hop and electronic music collide.
WED 21 OCT
Free
La Ronde
4 dates · next Wed 21 Oct
With so many five-star reviews, we’ve lost count - This award-winning production is a lavish cocktail of the highest quality circus, cabaret, and comedy from the internationally renowned creators of Blanc de Blanc and Late Night Vice. 18+.
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With so many five-star reviews, we’ve lost count - This award-winning production is a lavish cocktail of the highest quality circus, cabaret, and comedy from the internationally renowned creators of Blanc de Blanc and Late Night Vice. 18+.
- Wed 21 Oct 2026
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THU 22 OCT
Luna Dark
Thu 22 Oct – Sun 1 Nov
Luna Park's Halloween event with haunted mazes, scare attractions and unlimited rides. Night sessions plus kid-friendly day sessions.
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Luna Park's Halloween event with haunted mazes, scare attractions and unlimited rides. Night sessions plus kid-friendly day sessions.
THU 22 OCT
Free
CHRIS CONNOR | VIVA ELVIS The King Lives 2026 Tour
Thu 22 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Ticketed event at Palais Theatre. Doors 6pm.
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Ticketed event at Palais Theatre. Doors 6pm.
THU 22 OCT
Free
The House Soiree at Pipers Playhouse (18+ Event)
2 dates · next Thu 22 Oct
This performance contains haze, smoke, strobe lighting, adult themes, and partial nudity. 18+, doors 7:30pm.
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This performance contains haze, smoke, strobe lighting, adult themes, and partial nudity. 18+, doors 7:30pm.
- Thu 22 Oct 2026
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FRI 23 OCT
Free
Melbourne EV Show
2 dates · next Fri 23 Oct
Australia's National EV Transition Platform - Opening 9am to 5pm daily. All ages.
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Australia's National EV Transition Platform - Opening 9am to 5pm daily. All ages.
- Fri 23 Oct 2026
- Sat 24 Oct 2026
FRI 23 OCT
Free
Co-opera presents Carl Maria von Weber Der Freischütz
Fri 23 Oct · 6:00pm–10:00pm
The music of this first German romantic opera is irresistible. Its origins lie in a folk tradition concerning a dark and atmospheric tale of a young forester who, unknowingly, enters into a pact with the Devil in a trial required to earn his beloved's hand in marriage. Doors 5:30pm.
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The music of this first German romantic opera is irresistible. Its origins lie in a folk tradition concerning a dark and atmospheric tale of a young forester who, unknowingly, enters into a pact with the Devil in a trial required to earn his beloved's hand in marriage. Doors 5:30pm.
FRI 23 OCT
Free
EMPRESS EROTIQUE
Fri 23 Oct · 8:00pm–11:15pm
After captivating audiences in previous years, one of the Australian Burlesque Festival's most beloved and unforgettable shows is making its long-awaited return.
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After captivating audiences in previous years, one of the Australian Burlesque Festival's most beloved and unforgettable shows is making its long-awaited return.
SAT 24 OCT
Free
Festival Indonesia
Sat 24 Oct · 10:00am–7:00pm
Free day of Indonesian food, music, dance and fashion at Fed Square, with batik and dance workshops.
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Free day of Indonesian food, music, dance and fashion at Fed Square, with batik and dance workshops.
SAT 24 OCT
Free
Pinoy Octoberfest
Sat 24 Oct – Sun 25 Oct · 10am–4pm daily
A weekend of Filipino food stalls and live entertainment at Queen Victoria Market. Free entry.
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A weekend of Filipino food stalls and live entertainment at Queen Victoria Market. Free entry.
FRI 30 OCT
Free
Passage: The Art of Atong Atem
Fri 30 Oct – Mon 14 June · 10am–5pm daily
Free NGV exhibition of photographer and artist Atong Atem at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square.
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Free NGV exhibition of photographer and artist Atong Atem at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square.
SAT 31 OCT
Free
Thrive: Multicultural Women's Festival
Sat 31 Oct · 9:00am–4:00pm
A free day of cultural dance and live performance in the C and D Sheds at Queen Victoria Market.
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A free day of cultural dance and live performance in the C and D Sheds at Queen Victoria Market.
SAT 31 OCT
Free
Victorian Festival of Diwali
Sat 31 Oct · 11:30am–10:00pm
Fed Square's Diwali celebration with Indian music and dance, a bazaar, street food and evening fireworks. Free.
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Fed Square's Diwali celebration with Indian music and dance, a bazaar, street food and evening fireworks. Free.
MON 2 NOV
Free
Melbourne International Dumpling Festival
Mon 2 Nov · 12:00pm–10:00pm
Dozens of dumpling vendors at Queen Victoria Market on Cup eve, from xiao long bao to pierogi and momo. Free entry, register online.
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Dozens of dumpling vendors at Queen Victoria Market on Cup eve, from xiao long bao to pierogi and momo. Free entry, register online.
SAT 7 NOV
Coffee Weekend
Sat 7 Nov – Sun 8 Nov · 9am–4pm daily
A ticketed coffee festival in C Shed at Queen Victoria Market. Kids under 12 free with a paying adult.
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A ticketed coffee festival in C Shed at Queen Victoria Market. Kids under 12 free with a paying adult.
FRI 13 NOV
Free
Colours of Asia: Garden of Wonders
Every Friday · next Fri 13 Nov
Free lantern gardens, Asian street food, music and dance in Alexandra Gardens, Friday to Sunday, 11am to 10pm.
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Free lantern gardens, Asian street food, music and dance in Alexandra Gardens, Friday to Sunday, 11am to 10pm.
- Fri 13 Nov 2026
- Fri 20 Nov 2026
FRI 13 NOV
Burrata Festival Opening Night
Fri 13 Nov · 6:00pm–9:00pm
Ticketed Friday opening night of Prahran Market's Burrata Festival, with live mozzarella making, tastings and music.
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Ticketed Friday opening night of Prahran Market's Burrata Festival, with live mozzarella making, tastings and music.
SAT 14 NOV
Free
Burrata Festival Weekend
Sat 14 Nov – Sun 15 Nov
Free weekend at Prahran Market with mozzarella-making demos, tastings and a Burrata Trail. Masterclasses booked separately.
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Free weekend at Prahran Market with mozzarella-making demos, tastings and a Burrata Trail. Masterclasses booked separately.
FRI 20 NOV
Free
African Music and Cultural Festival
Fri 20 Nov – Sun 22 Nov
Free three days of African music, food, fashion and art at Fed Square, running into the evenings.
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Free three days of African music, food, fashion and art at Fed Square, running into the evenings.
FRI 20 NOV
Lifelike at ACMI
Fri 20 Nov – Sun 18 Apr · 10am–5pm daily
ACMI exhibition on movie puppetry, with original puppets and concept art from films like Jurassic Park, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
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ACMI exhibition on movie puppetry, with original puppets and concept art from films like Jurassic Park, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth.
SAT 28 NOV
Barbie: The Exhibition
Sat 28 Nov – Sun 16 May · 9am–5pm daily
Touring exhibition at Melbourne Museum with 250+ rare dolls and accessories tracing Barbie's design history since 1959.
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Touring exhibition at Melbourne Museum with 250+ rare dolls and accessories tracing Barbie's design history since 1959.
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