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The annual Top Arts exhibition provides a platform for emerging artists from across the state to showcase their skills, enthusiasm, and creativity.
Now in its 20th year, Australia’s longest running and most popular book exhibition features more than 300 rare, remarkable and historically significant items from the State Collection. But most of all, it’s a celebration of the unique place books have in our hearts and minds.
Wrap up warm and embrace the winter chill as the Market’s sheds and laneways come alive with the inviting aromas of delicious food; the sounds of live, local musicians; and the vivid spectacle of quirky roving performers, promising a fun and not-to-be-missed night for all.
Plans for The Planet: Olaf Breuning for Kids is an exclusive NGV exhibition created by Swiss contemporary artist Olaf Breuning that invites children and families to explore the natural environment and consider their relationship to the world.
Lost & Found promises to be a mind-bending journey that draws from Hendry’s signature blend of hyperrealism, playful design, and large-scale physical environments.
Melbourne’s epic free winter festival lights up Docklands for three fiery nights.
Calling all book lovers and creators! Be the author, illustrator and designer of your very own mini magazine.
Step into a world of wonder with Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge illustrator ambassador, Anna Walker, for a special storytime at the Library.
Don’t miss out on the chance to meet award-winning illustrator and author, Anna Walker, at an exclusive book signing event held at Readings Bookstore State Library.
From the first Sunday in July until the following Sunday, NAIDOC Week takes place annually across Australia, honouring the rich history, culture, and accomplishments of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
In this family friendly event you will “voyage” to the heart of France. The market will be packed with local French-Australian businesses, mouth-watering French cuisine, dazzling artists and performers, a cultural program filled with Les Lumières talks, Walking Tours and masterclasses, right in the heart of the city!
The people have left, the lights have been dimmed, and the Library has gone to bed. Or so the grown-ups think!
We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Come along to North Melbourne library to celebrate the magic of the wizarding world. Dress up encouraged.
The Open House Melbourne Weekend celebrates good design by opening up a diverse range of buildings, places and spaces, inspiring public engagement in conversations about the future of our city.
Now or Never invites audiences to explore the profound interconnections between past, present, and future under the theme, I Have Seen The Future.
To celebrate Deafblind Awareness Week, we are hosting three interactive sessions for kids, led by Vision Australia.
Travel to the depths of a lost library and uncover hidden secrets around every corner with a special Storytime from Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge author ambassador, Jess McGeachin.
Taste of Portugal is a day of fun, food and entertainment for all, catering for kids and adults and with live performances from across the Portuguese-speaking communities – Portugal, Brazil and East Timor.
Join for an evening that honours culture, community, and the extraordinary legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo – a man whose courage and determination reshaped the history of this country.
Top Arts After Hours is a free invitation for you and your friends to attend the Top Arts 2025 exhibition in the evening after school.
Korea Festival is coming to Federation Square for a two-day celebration of Korean culture, traditions, and delicious food. This free, family-friendly event offers a chance to explore Korea’s vibrant heritage, enjoy live performances, and indulge in authentic Korean cuisine.
Join in on the fun of National Simultaneous Storytime!
This day is a great opportunity for families to walk to school together and have conversations about being a safe road user.
When the sun goes down it is time to gather family and friends and venture into Neon Fields. Beauty Park will once again be transformed into a colourful fantasy world where you’re invited to interact and play among the lights.
The three-day-long Buddha’s Day and Multicultural Festival returns to Golden Square Car Park, bringing together arts, culture, and mindfulness in Melbourne's city centre.
At ArtPlay: Discover a world of visual art, music, movement and sensory play at ENOKI’s Wonderland on the Birrarung.
Spark the imagination, generate new ideas, and share thoughts in these lively online sessions about art for children aged 3 – 5 years and their parents and carers.
Kick off the Easter long weekend with a huge day of comedy at Fed Square.
Kids Day Out is bringing the fun back to Melbourne this Easter. Get ready for a whirlwind of joy brought to you by the Good Friday Appeal, raising money for The Royal Children's Hospital.
Celebrate Easter in Carlton with a free Easter Egg hunt for the kids and a visit from the Easter Bunny, plus kids Easter activities.
Get your baskets and bunny ears ready – the NGV’s annual Easter egg hunt is back.
Play Date is a dance party for little people and their families with pop music duo Turtle and Sugar Rush. Come early to enjoy colouring-in activities before the show. Registrations are required – it’s free to register.
Bring the kids along to enjoy a free mini outdoor film festival of Studio Ghibli films, leading up to the Easter weekend.
Come along to Carlton Harmony Day for some free family fun with activities, food and music.
The Turkish Pazar Festival brings all the delights of a traditional Turkish Ramazan Festival to the Queen Victoria Market.
Little Food Festival is bringing together a diverse range of partners to help showcase the magic of food and the role we all play in shaping a sustainable future.
Melbourne Holi Festival’s main objective is to celebrate unity in diversity and bring communities together on the occasion of Holi, the Festival of Colours.
Wyndham City’s FREE light festival, LIT will make its spectacular return to Werribee this Autumn, over 14 magical nights from Thursday – Sunday, 27 March to 13 April.
Come and celebrate at one of the most loved Holi festivals in Melbourne's city.
This vibrant, family-friendly celebration invites you to immerse yourself in Nepal’s rich cultural tapestry, featuring traditional music and dance, contemporary performances, and authentic Nepali cuisines sure to tantalise your taste buds.
Get primed for a massive, all-ages, high-energy pop party as part of Open Air at the Square – three months of free gigs, concerts and outdoor cinema at Fed Square from January till March.
Get ready for a spectacular two-day celebration of love, unity, and vibrant colours at the Holi Festival of Colours.
Moomba Festival returns for its 71st year, taking over the banks of the Yarra River, Birrarung Marr and Alexandra Gardens for another huge, long weekend of family friendly fun. Best of all, entry is free!
Open Air at the Square is Fed Square's mammoth free summer program of live events – with over 56 outdoor concerts, gigs, community festivals, film screenings and arts and cultural events on and open to all.
Get ready for an unforgettable experience and a celebration of Greek culture, food, music, dance and more.
