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From late November, Melbourne transforms into a festive wonderland, offering endless opportunities to celebrate Christmas in Melbourne. Things to do and see include the giant 17.5m digital Christmas tree at Federation Square, the Christmas Carnival, and the North Pole at Marvel Stadium. Visitors can also enjoy the stunning light projections on Melbourne Town Hall and the […]
A visit to the Myer Christmas Windows on Bourke Street has been a Melbourne holiday tradition since 1956. Now in its 69th year, the event continues to bring creative displays and storytelling to the city. In 2024, the Myer Christmas Windows present An Irwin’s Christmas Story, following previous themes like Santa at the Olympics, The […]
Are you looking for exciting activities to keep the kids entertained this summer? Melbourne has something for everyone in the 2024 – 2025 Victorian School Holidays, from interactive workshops to incredible stage performances and immersive exhibitions. Highlights include Operation Ouch Live: Jurassic Fart (4 January 2025), Imagine Live (8-11 January 2025), Alice in Wonderland (15-17 January […]
This holiday season, Melbourne has a lineup of must-see Christmas shows for all ages. From the enchanting ballet The Nutcracker to the heartwarming A Christmas Carol and festive concerts like Home Alone in Concert, there’s no shortage of holiday magic. Find the best events in our guide and plan your outings to celebrate the season […]
If your family tradition includes getting a Santa photo each year but unsure where to go, you are in luck. I have put together a list of the top spots for Santa photos in Melbourne for 2024. Many of these locations also offer pet-friendly Santa sessions (Santa Paws or Pawtraits), Sensitive Santa sessions, and Auslan […]
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia is currently hosting REKOSPECTIVE: The Art of Reko Rennie, a thoughtful retrospective showcasing Reko Rennie’s largest collection of work to date. Featuring over 100 pieces, the exhibition covers his career from early explorations in street art to his more recent, large-scale works. Advertisement RELATED: Explore the World of “Cats […]
Now open at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Cats & Dogs explores humanity’s deep connection to cats and dogs through more than 250 works of art and design. Featuring pieces from the NGV Collection, the exhibition spans various periods, cultures, and media, highlighting how cats and dogs have served as powerful symbols and sources […]
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) will host a major retrospective of renowned contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama, opening on 15 December, 2024. This comprehensive exhibition spans Kusama’s eight-decade career and includes the global premiere of a new immersive infinity mirror room. RELATED: Van Gogh Returns to THE LUME Melbourne Image: Yayoi Kusama The Hope of […]
This Boxing Day, Melbourne families have the chance to experience Van Gogh at THE LUME once again, back by popular demand after drawing record crowds across Australia and New Zealand. Known for its all-ages appeal, this exhibition uses light, sound, and interactive features to bring Van Gogh’s art to life in ways that are engaging […]
Fruit picking in Victoria starts in November and continues right through to May the following year. The season kicks off with stone fruits like cherries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, and plums, and finishes with pears and apples. Whether you are after the freshness of summer berries or the rich flavours of autumn apples and pears, there […]
CherryHill Orchards is getting ready for the annual Cherry-Picking Festival, inviting families to enjoy a day of cherry-picking at its two locations. The 100-acre Coldstream orchard will be open from 2 November 2024 to late December, and the 85-acre Wandin East orchard will welcome guests from 25 November 2024 to early January 2025. Advertisement RELATED: […]
The Fans Strike Back® exhibition is bringing a spectacular collection of memorabilia from the iconic “Famous Saga” to The District Docklands in November 2024. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to the galaxy, this exhibition offers a unique chance to dive deep into one of the most beloved universes in pop culture. Advertisement […]