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Art Spamalot Sun 11 Oct · 6:30pm–10:30pm

Art ROME: Empire, Power, People 7 dates · next Mon 12 Oct

Sport Melbourne v Richmond - 2026 NAB AFLW Season 11 Fri 16 Oct · 7:15pm–11:15pm

Sport Carlton v Western Bulldogs - 2026 NAB AFLW Season 11 Sat 17 Oct · 3:05pm–7:05pm

Food Mango Party at Prahran Market Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct

Food Italian Festa & Expo Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct

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TODAY Free Sport Melbourne Marathon Festival Sat 10 Oct – Sun 11 Oct A weekend of runs, from the full marathon to shorter fun runs, finishing with a lap of the MCG. Enter a race or cheer from the course. Details

A weekend of runs, from the full marathon to shorter fun runs, finishing with a lap of the MCG. Enter a race or cheer from the course.

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TODAY Free Art Spamalot Sun 11 Oct · 6:30pm–10:30pm Monty Python's Spamalot, the musical comedy that retells King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, taken from Monty Python and the Holy Grail. About 2 hr 15 min. Details Sign up

Monty Python's Spamalot, the musical comedy that retells King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, taken from Monty Python and the Holy Grail. About 2 hr 15 min.

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UNTIL 31 JAN Art 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. Details

Ticketed NGV retrospective of modernist painter Margaret Preston at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square. Closes 31 January.

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TOMORROW Free Art ROME: Empire, Power, People 7 dates · next Mon 12 Oct Enter anytime between 9am and 5pm 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. From the fall of Julius Caesar to the power and ambition of an Empire, explore Ancient Rome's political, social and spiritual worlds through over 180 objects dating from the Imperial period 1st Century CE to the 3rd Century CE, with all of the objects on display in Melbourne for the first time ever. The exhibition, designed by Museums Vi Details Sign up

Enter anytime between 9am and 5pm 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. From the fall of Julius Caesar to the power and ambition of an Empire, explore Ancient Rome's political, social and spiritual worlds through over 180 objects dating from the Imperial period 1st Century CE to the 3rd Century CE, with all of the objects on display in Melbourne for the first time ever. The exhibition, designed by Museums Vi

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TOMORROW Free Culture Marvel Stadium Tour 7 dates · next Mon 12 Oct Patrons under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times within the Stadium. Patrons under the age of 15 will not be able to participate in the interactive technology experiences without a guardian present. Details Sign up

Patrons under the age of 15 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times within the Stadium. Patrons under the age of 15 will not be able to participate in the interactive technology experiences without a guardian present.

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TUE 13 OCT Free Art Carl Barron: Just Wondering Why 5 dates · next Tue 13 Oct Approximate Running Times: Doors - 7:00pm Start - 8:00pm Finish - 9:25pm The brand-new show from Australia's most popular comedian!! One thing Carl has heard his whole life is that he thinks too much. He thought about it, considered it, and then realised he was doing it again. What people called thinking though, Carl called wondering, something you are never accused of doing too much of. If you're up for a night of wondering about the sound of a pin dropping, crumbs on your face, or the similarities between dirt and sugar then come along and hear Carl wonder out loud about the small things of Details Sign up

Approximate Running Times: Doors - 7:00pm Start - 8:00pm Finish - 9:25pm The brand-new show from Australia's most popular comedian!! One thing Carl has heard his whole life is that he thinks too much. He thought about it, considered it, and then realised he was doing it again. What people called thinking though, Carl called wondering, something you are never accused of doing too much of. If you're up for a night of wondering about the sound of a pin dropping, crumbs on your face, or the similarities between dirt and sugar then come along and hear Carl wonder out loud about the small things of

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WED 14 OCT Free Art Briefs: The Works 5 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 Details Sign up

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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THU 15 OCT Free Art The Shark Is Broken 5 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 . Details Sign up

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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FRI 16 OCT Free Sport Melbourne v Richmond - 2026 NAB AFLW Season 11 Fri 16 Oct · 7:15pm–11:15pm Junior Policy: Juniors (14 years and under) are entitled to free entry. All junior attendees must redeem a ticket prior to the match. Entry will not be permitted without a valid ticket. All attendees, including children of all ages, count towards venue capacity and must hold a ticket for entry. Details Sign up

Junior Policy: Juniors (14 years and under) are entitled to free entry. All junior attendees must redeem a ticket prior to the match. Entry will not be permitted without a valid ticket. All attendees, including children of all ages, count towards venue capacity and must hold a ticket for entry.

FRI 16 OCT Free Art Comedy Fridays at Piper's Playhouse Fri 16 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm Approximate Running Times: Doors - 30 mins prior to start Patrons must be 18+ to consume alcohol and not prohibited from the casino or the Crown Entertainment Complex. Open from 10 July 2026 for a limited time. House beverages are at the discretion of the venue. Crown practises the responsible service of alcohol. A 10% surcharge applies on weekends. A 15% surcharge applies on all Public Holidays (one surcharge fee of 15% if Public Holiday falls on a Sunday). Crown Melbourne Limited (ABN 46 006 973 262). Details Sign up

Approximate Running Times: Doors - 30 mins prior to start Patrons must be 18+ to consume alcohol and not prohibited from the casino or the Crown Entertainment Complex. Open from 10 July 2026 for a limited time. House beverages are at the discretion of the venue. Crown practises the responsible service of alcohol. A 10% surcharge applies on weekends. A 15% surcharge applies on all Public Holidays (one surcharge fee of 15% if Public Holiday falls on a Sunday). Crown Melbourne Limited (ABN 46 006 973 262).

SAT 17 OCT Free Food · Prahran Market Mango Party at Prahran Market Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct A weekend of mango demos, free tastings and kids' activities at Prahran Market. Details

A weekend of mango demos, free tastings and kids' activities at Prahran Market.

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TUE 13 OCT Free Art 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 Details Sign up

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

THU 15 OCT Free Art Cosi Fan Tutte Thu 15 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm Approximate Running Times: Doors - 30 mins before performance 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. Featuring the Melbourne Opera Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, conducted by Raymond M Lawrence. Following the great success of last years Marriage of Figaro hightliting the members of the Richard Divall Emerging Artists Program, this production is the perfect way to enjo Details Sign up

Approximate Running Times: Doors - 30 mins before performance 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. Featuring the Melbourne Opera Chamber Orchestra and Chorus, conducted by Raymond M Lawrence. Following the great success of last years Marriage of Figaro hightliting the members of the Richard Divall Emerging Artists Program, this production is the perfect way to enjo

MON 19 OCT Free Culture 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. Details

A week of runways, talks and exhibitions in the CBD. The two City Square runways are free to attend.

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SAT 24 OCT Free Food · Queen Victoria Market 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. Details

A weekend of Filipino food stalls and live entertainment at Queen Victoria Market. Free entry.

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SAT 24 OCT Free Culture · Fed Square 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. Details

Free day of Indonesian food, music, dance and fashion at Fed Square, with batik and dance workshops.

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SAT 24 OCT Sport · Flemington Cox Plate at Flemington Sat 24 Oct · 12:25pm–5:50pm The Cox Plate runs at Flemington for 2026 only, its first time at the course. A full Group 1 race day a week before the Cup Carnival. Details

The Cox Plate runs at Flemington for 2026 only, its first time at the course. A full Group 1 race day a week before the Cup Carnival.

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FRI 30 OCT Free Art 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. Details

Free NGV exhibition of photographer and artist Atong Atem at the Ian Potter Centre, Fed Square.

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SAT 31 OCT Free Culture · Queen Victoria Market 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. Details

A free day of cultural dance and live performance in the C and D Sheds at Queen Victoria Market.

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SAT 31 OCT Free Culture 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. Details

Fed Square's Diwali celebration with Indian music and dance, a bazaar, street food and evening fireworks. Free.

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SAT 31 OCT Sport Victoria Derby Day Sat 31 Oct · 12:20pm–5:40pm Opening day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, headlined by the Victoria Derby. Black and white dress code and a big, social crowd. Details

Opening day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, headlined by the Victoria Derby. Black and white dress code and a big, social crowd.

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MON 2 NOV Free Food · Queen Victoria Market 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. Details

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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