Editor's Pick
80s Silent Disco in Melbourne Museum
Dance through museum halls after dark with 80s hits on wireless headphones — genuinely surreal in the best way.
Monday, 20 April
Editor's Pick
Golden Plains 2026 Music Festival
Three days of curated independent music at The Racecourse — one of Australia's most beloved festival grounds.
Editor's Pick
Migrant Melbourne: Celebration of Vietnamese Culture
A window into Vietnamese Melbourne — food, music, and stories that shaped this city.
How to Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert
The full film plays on screen while a live orchestra performs Powell's score — a genuinely different way to watch a kids' favourite.
The Brian Jonestown Massacre at Melbourne
Anton Newcombe's ever-shifting psych-rock collective brings their hypnotic, sprawling sets to Melbourne — a rare local date.
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William Crighton's Colonial Drift
William Crighton brings his raw, story-driven folk to a live stage — worth the night out.
Melbourne Global Book Crawl
A city-wide literary pub crawl — grab a passport, hit the bookshops, and discover neighbourhoods through their shelves.
Newton Faulkner
Newton Faulkner brings his loop-pedal wizardry and warm crowd energy to a live set worth the babysitter fee.
Rotimi Live in Melbourne
Nigerian-American R&B star Rotimi brings his soulful live show to Melbourne.
Wesley LifeForce Supporting Young People Suicide Prevention Training
A free Wesley training session equipping locals to recognise and respond to suicide risk in young people.
Memo Music Hall '80s Synths & Blues Night
Two unlikely genres share one stage — stay for the set that surprises you.
Cornershop Comedy - Indie Improv Night
Indie improv in an intimate setting — expect sharp crowd work and zero safety net.
The Horrors Tour
The Horrors bring their cult post-punk sound to town — a rare local stop for serious music fans.
Surfers Paradise Cocktail Trail
Bar-hop through Surfers Paradise sampling signature cocktails crafted by local mixologists.
Aled Jones - My Story, My Songs
Aled Jones performs the music that shaped his life — an intimate evening for fans of his decades-long career.
ADHD and Neurodivergence: Beyond the Buzzwords
A straight-talk community session cutting through the noise on ADHD and neurodivergence — useful for parents and adults alike.
Melbourne Music Week Events
City-wide music festival with gigs across Melbourne neighbourhoods — check the program and pick your corner.
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Power of Collective Momentum
A networking session built around shared momentum for women building their own businesses.
Training: Collaboration of Cultural Creators with and without Disability
A workshop exploring creative collaboration across ability — worth attending if you make things and want to make them differently.
Venjent Live at Spiegel Haus
Venjent brings his choppy, bass-heavy sound to Spiegel Haus — a solid night out if electronic music is your thing.
Lachgas, HHC, Vapes und Co. - unterschätzte Gefahr
A community talk on the hidden risks of laughing gas, HHC and vapes — worth an hour if you have teens at home.
Writing for Comedy: The Big Dog Process - Workshop 1
A structured comedy writing workshop — good for aspiring writers ready to develop a real process.
Na Klima! Talk - Moorschutzaktivitäten für Kinder und Schulklassen
A talk on bog conservation activities designed for kids and school groups — good fuel for curious young minds.
Flowers For Jayne Live at Cherry Bar
Catch Flowers For Jayne at Cherry Bar — a solid Monday night for anyone who likes their music loud and local.
Book Launch: Helping Your Kids Sleep
A sleep expert walks parents through the book live — useful if bedtime is a battleground.
University of Melbourne Residential Colleges Open House 2026
Families with college-bound teens can tour residential options and talk directly with current students.
Run Your Event Workshop: Emergency Management
Learn how to keep your community event safe when things go sideways — practical skills for anyone who organises local gatherings.
Researching Your Family History
A practical session for anyone curious about their roots — good starting point if you've been putting this off.
Open Mic Tuesdays
Drop in, grab a drink, and catch whoever takes the stage — it's Tuesday, so surprises are guaranteed.