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Melbourne Design Week returns from 14 – 24 May 2026, bringing Australia’s largest design event to venues across Melbourne/Naarm. Now in its tenth year, Melbourne Design Week showcases how design influences the way we live, learn, play and connect. Across 11 days, more than 400 events and 100 exhibitions explore everything from furniture and architecture […]
From 27 May to 8 June 2026, Melbourne’s city centre transforms into a large-scale playground of music, performance, art and shared experiences as RISING returns for another ambitious winter festival. Taking over theatres, public squares, galleries and unexpected urban spaces across Melbourne, the festival brings together hundreds of local and international artists, inviting audiences to […]
Mother’s Day high tea remains one of the most popular ways to celebrate in Melbourne, offering a relaxed setting to enjoy time together over tea, sweet and savoury treats, and a shared meal. Across the city, venues including hotels, galleries, zoos and cafés are hosting special Mother’s Day high tea experiences for 2026. From elegant […]
For the first time in more than twenty years, Melbourne Theatre Company returns to one of the most influential works of modern theatre with a powerful revival of The Glass Menagerie. Directed by Mark Wilson, this new production revisits Tennessee Williams’ celebrated memory play with sensitivity, emotional clarity and moments of unexpected humour. Presented at […]
South Side Festival returns in 2026 for its fifth year, bringing eleven days of arts, culture and community celebration to Frankston. Running across multiple venues and outdoor spaces, the festival invites locals and visitors to experience performances, installations, workshops and large-scale public art that highlight the creative energy of Melbourne’s south-east. Designed to be inclusive […]
Mother’s Day is a perfect opportunity to show appreciation for the incredible mums, grandmothers, and caregivers in our lives. If you are looking for meaningful, fun, or unique ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Melbourne this year (Sunday, 10 May 2026), we have rounded up the best activities, experiences, and events to help you plan […]
You know you have seen a great show when kids, parents and grandparents all walk out smiling ear to ear. That was exactly the feeling leaving Circus Oz: Here, There and Everywhere! at Melbourne Town Hall. This energetic and entertaining production delivers a joyful mix of comedy, acrobatics and live music, making it one of […]
The iconic The Phantom of the Opera has returned to Sydney in spectacular fashion, opening at the breathtaking Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. This was my first time attending a production at Mrs Macquarie’s Point, and the setting alone makes the experience unforgettable. With an open-air stage framed by sweeping views of Sydney Harbour and […]
If you are looking for the best things to do in Melbourne with kids in 2026, something unforgettable is stomping its way back into Victoria. Dinos at the Zoo is returning across Melbourne’s Zoos and Sanctuary transforming them into prehistoric worlds filled with roaring giants, interactive trails, and immersive family adventures. Running from April through […]
West Gate at the Melbourne Theatre Company brings one of Australia’s most devastating tragedies to the stage. Written by Dennis McIntosh and directed by Iain Sinclair, the production revisits the events surrounding the West Gate Bridge collapse in 1970, a catastrophic failure that claimed 35 lives and permanently changed workplace safety laws in Australia. Developed […]
Planning the Easter school holidays in Melbourne for 2026? This guide rounds up some of the best family-friendly events, shows and activities happening across Melbourne during the Easter break. From live theatre and circus performances to festivals, interactive installations and comedy shows, there’s plenty to keep kids of all ages entertained. The Easter school holidays […]
The Easter long weekend in Melbourne 2026 runs from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April 2026, making it the perfect opportunity to plan family outings, day trips, festivals, and Easter activities with kids. Whether you are searching for Easter events Melbourne 2026, family-friendly festivals Victoria, or things to do Easter school holidays Melbourne, there […]