Melbourne Events Guide

Thu 28 Apr 2011 - Thu 25 Oct 2012

Melbourne's newest top quality night of comedy is here! Every Thursday and Sunday night in the city, Softbelly Comedy has some of the biggest names in Australian comedy, in a funky..

Sat 04 Jun 2011 - Sat 30 Jun 2012

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 06 Jun 2011 - Mon 02 Jul 2012

Every Monday, Comedy@Spleen is the city's free weekly comedy hotspot, with a packed room every week. With drop-in guests like Jimeoin, Adam Hills, Wil Anderson, Josh Thomas, Charlie..

Fri 01 Jul 2011 - Mon 31 Dec 2012

Celebrate the beautiful, fresh, seasonal produce of Queen Victoria Market. At the Electrolux Cooking School, chefs, cookery authors and culinary professionals from Victoria and interstate..

Sun 10 Jul 2011 - Sun 16 Dec 2012

Spoil Me Afternoon Tea admission includes a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and the following delicious items served to your table on a three tiered stand:- an assortment of ribbon..

Tue 06 Sep 2011 - Mon 28 May 2012

An inspiring and uplifting concert by resident harpist Michael Johnson, presenting music composed in the Gardens. This small and personal concert takes place every Tuesday from Spring..

Sat 12 Nov 2011 - Sat 10 Nov 2012

Love books? Join Melbourne's bibliophiles at the city's largest weekly book market in The Atrium at Fed Square. Held each Saturday from 11am to 5pm the market continues Melbourne's fine..

Sun 20 Nov 2011 - Sun 23 Dec 2012

A vibrant market on Waterfront City/New Quay Promenade overlooking the water at Docklands. Held every Sunday, the market is a perfect complement to the restaurants and shops of Melbourne's..

Tue 22 Nov 2011 - Tue 18 Dec 2012

Start each week feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and energised with Tai Chi, the Chinese martial art that promotes health and relaxation. Join expert instructors from Tai Chi Australia in the..

Sun 04 Dec 2011 - Sun 30 Dec 2012

X marks the spot at Polly Woodside on the first Sunday of each month. Dress as a pirate and head to Polly Woodside to search for illusive buried treasure, walk the plank, join in pirate..

Sun 08 Jan 2012 - Sun 24 Jun 2012

The Arts Centre Sunday Market brings together over 80 of Victoria's finest artisans, right in the heart of Melbourne. Every Sunday from 10am - 4pm, local artists and producers fill the..

Mon 16 Jan 2012 - Mon 17 Dec 2012

Ace Girls, Melbourne's lesbian tennis training team will help you get fit, improve your tennis, meet people and have fun. Women of all ages and tennis standards can participate in the..

Thu 08 Mar 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012

The Australian Centre for the Moving Image presents a landmark exhibition "William Kentridge: Five Themes", celebrating the work of one of the world's leading contemporary artists and..

Tue 15 May 2012 - Mon 31 Dec 2012

Join in a 30-minute laughter session at Federation Square at 11:00am on the 1st Sunday of each month. Laughter Clubs come together for a session and people laugh for no reason without..

Sat 19 May 2012 - Tue 29 May 2012

Stonnington Jazz celebrates its seventh year of presenting Australian Jazz. For ten days in venues across Stonnington, music lovers will have the chance to experience the very best jazz..

Tue 22 May 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012

The St Kilda Film Festival has a uniquely high profile in Melbourne and 2012 it will be in its 29th year of operation. The St Kilda Film Festival is Australia's longest running and highest..

Thu 24 May 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012

Art Melbourne, Melbourne's Affordable Art Fair attracts over 14,000 visitors annually with the purpose of buying art. Featuring work that is both collectable and affordable, the show is one..

Sun 27 May 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012

Markit@FedSquare is a unique Melbourne shopping experience. For one day, the light-filled Atrium and BMW Edge Theatre will be home to approximately 100 of Australia's most coveted..

Wed 30 May 2012 - Thu 31 May 2012

No one would doubt Australia's future is in China, but the reverse, it seems, is also true: China's future is in Australia. China's rapidly growing consumer markets create enormous..

Fri 01 Jun 2012 - Sun 03 Jun 2012

Celebrate Melbourne's love affair with good food, top wines, tempting chocolates, delectable cheeses, and of course, great coffee! Discover flavour and inspiration as you lose yourself in..

Fri 01 Jun 2012 - Sun 10 Jun 2012

The Melbourne International Jazz Festival brings Melbourne to life this winter, entertaining jazz aficionados and newcomers alike with more than 300 musicians and 100 events creating..

Fri 01 Jun 2012 - Sat 30 Jun 2012

'The Roast Collection', from the makers of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, dishes up more than 70 roast-inspired events in June. Ranging from degustation dinners to roast and tipple..

Thu 07 Jun 2012 - Mon 11 Jun 2012

Get square eyes with films for kids, about kids, and some even by kids, to amaze and delight kids. Kids of all ages flock to Melbourne's International Kids Film Festival, Little Big Shots..

Fri 08 Jun 2012 - Mon 11 Jun 2012

Incorporating a great weekend of entertainment over the Queen's Birthday long weekend this event is a highlight on the Australian Eventing calendar. Comprising three phases; dressage, cross..

Mon 02 Jul 2012 - Sat 14 Jul 2012

Melbourne's annual festival of all things magical gets underway on July 2 with some of Australia's best magicians appearing (and disappearing) at the Northcote Town Hall. Magic Shows For..

Fri 13 Jul 2012 - Sun 15 Jul 2012

The Building & Home Improvement Expo is Australia's number one building and renovating Expo, supported by the Master Builders' Association of Australia. Promising an inspiring array of..

Fri 13 Jul 2012 - Sun 15 Jul 2012

The largest gathering of crime writers ever held in the history of Australia will take place at the Reader's Feast Crime & Justice on in July. It brings together the most popular genre of..

Fri 20 Jul 2012 - Sun 29 Jul 2012

This annual Festival is a unique celebration of projected media onto outdoor surfaces that transforms Gertrude Street into an illuminated outdoor gallery of projected media. It's a free..

Sat 21 Jul 2012 - Sun 22 Jul 2012

The High Tea Party is a popular event inviting women to immerse themselves in a weekend of indulgence, pampering and style. Relaxing with a classic high tea of delightful sandwiches..

Sat 28 Jul 2012 - Sat 28 Jul 2012

Lifestart Foundation is holding a dinner dance and charity auction with a Christmas in July theme to raise funds to continue its valuable project work in Vietnam. This evening offers an..

Sat 28 Jul 2012 - Sun 29 Jul 2012

Melbourne Open House (MOH) 2012 unlocks the city's significant buildings for the fine people of Melbourne (and her visitors) to explore. It's a rare opportunity to discover the often-hidden..

Wed 01 Aug 2012 - Sun 05 Aug 2012

Melbourne Art Fair 2012, Australia's premier fair and public exposition of contemporary art, returns to the World Heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building from 1 - 5 August 2012...

Thu 02 Aug 2012 - Sun 19 Aug 2012

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) is an iconic Melbourne event with a devoted audience. MIFF hosts a feast of cinematic delicacies from over 50 countries for some 17 days..

Thu 16 Aug 2012 - Thu 16 Aug 2012

Coonawarra is hitting the road again! Get up close and personal with your favourite Coonawarra winemakers during the 2012 Annual Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow.Coming to the Melbourne..

Thu 16 Aug 2012 - Sun 19 Aug 2012

Victorian householders and businesses are set to be offered the keys to creating a new era of sustainability. With over 100 exhibitors and growing daily, showcasing products and services..

Thu 23 Aug 2012 - Sun 02 Sep 2012

Philosophy, love, war, science, the environment and unforgettable stories are the calling cards of the 2012 Melbourne Writers Festival.The packed program will be available on the website..

Fri 07 Sep 2012 - Sat 29 Sep 2012

Don't miss the spectacular crescendo of 23 weeks of fantastic competition in the 2012 AFL Finals Series. From March to September Australian Rules Football (AFL) teams fight it out to make..

Fri 14 Sep 2012 - Sun 16 Sep 2012

The hugely popular V8 Supercars Sandown 500 is back in 2012! Be track side this September as the Season of Endurance kicks off. With a packed schedule of V8 Supercars and support..

Sat 15 Sep 2012 - Sun 18 Nov 2012

The Spring Racing Carnival is a world class event showcasing thoroughbred racing, fashion and entertainment at its finest. Enjoy three months of fabulous racing days across Victoria. From..

Sat 22 Sep 2012 - Tue 02 Oct 2012

There is nothing like the Royal Melbourne Show, an annual event not to be missed! Animals and livestock, award-winning food and wine, arts and crafts, amusement rides, show bags, free..

Wed 10 Oct 2012 - Sat 27 Oct 2012

Melbourne Festival is one of the world's leading arts festivals and Australia's premier celebration of art and culture from around the world. Each Festival brings an unparalleled feast of..

Sat 20 Oct 2012 - Sun 21 Oct 2012

Como Gardens is a historic garden which was established in 1873. The garden contains uncommon and rare plants collected over many years. The garden boasts a fine Motor Museum which features..

Wed 24 Oct 2012 - Thu 25 Oct 2012

Meet the brewers. Enjoy their beer.The idea is simple but there's nothing 'simple' about the boutique beers featured in the Fed Square Microbreweries Showcase. Learn more about the..

Thu 25 Oct 2012 - Sun 28 Oct 2012

The Craft and Sewing Show is the ultimate craft marketplace! Over four days of fun you can indulge your creative passions, feast your eyes on displays of craftworks by experts in the field..

Fri 26 Oct 2012 - Sun 28 Oct 2012

The Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne is set to well and truly stamp its place on the international classic motoring calendar with the return of Motorclassica from 26 - 28 October..

Fri 26 Oct 2012 - Sat 27 Oct 2012

The National Careers & Employment Expo is Australia's largest careers and employment event bringing together organisations from the corporate world, government, industry sectors, education..

Sat 03 Nov 2012 - Sat 10 Nov 2012

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is a week long celebration of racing, food and wine, fashion and entertainment. It's when fabulous Flemington becomes the corporate, social and sporting epicentre..

Sat 10 Nov 2012 - Sun 11 Nov 2012

From sheep, sideshows and show-bags, the Dandenong Show has something for everyone, with 20,000 visitors from across the country flocking to the city in the second weekend of November...

Sat 10 Nov 2012 - Sat 10 Nov 2012

The Djerriwarrh Festival is Melton Shire's biggest community festival with activities and fun for the whole family! The carnival atmosphere of the Djerriwarrh Festival is a must for..

Sun 18 Nov 2012 - Sun 18 Nov 2012

Ever wished you could just stick a pin in the map, tap your shoes and transport yourself to somewhere exciting and faraway? To spend a day of your weekend overseas, but be back in the..