Events in Australia, Malaysia and Singapore.

Design and makers market at the Royal Exhibition Building with independent Australian designers, artists and food. Fri 4 to 9pm, Sat and Sun 10am to 5pm.

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.

It’s been a minute since Hospital Records last touched down on this side of the world, and their 30th year wouldn’t be complete without celebrating with the global D&B family.

Ten days of jazz in concert halls, clubs and Fed Square. Free outdoor sets and film screenings at Fed Square on the opening weekend.

Ticketed event at PICA (Port Melbourne Industrial Centre for the Arts). 18+.

In the world of prog metal, few bands are spoken of in such hushed tones and reverence as SOEN. Renowned for their cinematic soundscapes, intricate musicianship, and emotionally charged and intense performances; they have carved out a distinctive space in the music world.

Seminal Seattle four-piece Mudhoney return to Australia this October to play a bunch of club shows and headline 4ZZZ FM’s “Zed 51” Festival. The grunge pioneers also add a handful of New Zealand dates for the first time in over a decade.

Ticketed event at Palais Theatre. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.

Ticketed event at IKON Park. All ages.

Japanese singer yama's Australian tour. Standing room, licensed and strictly 18+.

K-pop group STAYC's Stay Closer fan concert tour, in Melbourne. Doors 6:30pm, show 7:30pm.

Major highlights in her career include her performance at the Festival de Inverno Rio 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and a European Summer Tour featuring stops in Spain, Portugal, Belgium and France. Maria Gadu is a Brazilian singer, songwriter and guitarist. Shows are Standing unless clearly stated.

UK singer-songwriter Henry Moodie on his Mood Swings World Tour. Licensed 18+ tickets in the auditorium; all-ages, alcohol-free tickets in the mezzanine.

Portugal. The Man are heading back down under this October with The Denali Tour. Following the release of their critically acclaimed tenth studio album SHISH, the band will hit Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with new music alongside fan favourite hits.

Licensing set up All Ages All children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult. Reserved Seating in Sections 10 & 12 are unlicensed areas. All Ages ticket holders may access these areas. Sections 10 & 12 do not have access to bars serving alcohol. 18+ Only General Admission Standing on the Main Floor, Reserved Seating in the Balcony & Sections 9 & 11 are licensed areas. Photo I.D. (One of the 5 government approved only; learners & drivers licence, passport, keypass, proof of age card) must be shown at the door to gain entry. PERSONS UNDER 18 YEARS CANNOT ACCESS THESE AREAS. NO ID, NO EN

SINN6R is one of the most exciting voices emerging from the UK's new underground rap movement.

Indie-folk songwriter Rowena Wise and her full band celebrate sophomore album Bad Things Feel Good* at Howler, a tender, point-blank look at the pain of transformation, and what it means to be flesh and blood. Shows are Standing unless clearly stated.

Luna Park's Halloween event with haunted mazes, scare attractions and unlimited rides. Night sessions plus kid-friendly day sessions.

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

Free live jazz, soul and R&B from local artists in Market Square, 11am to 3pm both days.

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.

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

Dozens of dumpling vendors at Queen Victoria Market on Cup eve, from xiao long bao to pierogi and momo. Free entry, register online.

The Melbourne Cup at Flemington, on a Victorian public holiday. Fashion, crowds and a full card of racing.

Thursday race day of the Cup Carnival, featuring the Oaks for three-year-old fillies. Usually more relaxed, with a strong fashion focus.