Newsletter: What's On Melbourne | 26 May - 1 June 2026

What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 26th May 2026 - Monday 1st June 2026 Featured This Week Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett Body Worlds | The Anatomy of Happiness Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience Cartier | Melbourne Winter Masterpieces Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza Firelight Festival Fondue Chalet @ Fed Square Good Food and Wine Show Historic Winton Lightscape - Royal Botanic Gardens Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Melbourne City to Williamstown Return Cruise MOTHER | Stories from the NGV Collection Once - The Musical One Fine Baby Expo Rising: Melbourne Arts Festival Rocky Road Festival of Flavours The Book of Mormon The Eagles Story Waitress | Broadway's smash-hit musical Free Every Week Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne Featured Advertiser Mind-blowing magic right before your eyes - Dinner & Show Impossible Occurrences Magic Show Every Friday night witness magic miracles up close with award-winning magician Luke Hocking at Melbourne's #1 magic & illusion show at the 5 Star Marriott Hotel. Read More.. Book Now This Week Australia's longest-running food and wine show Good Food and Wine Show Friday 29th May 2026 - Sunday 31st May 2026 @ Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Enjoy live cooking demonstrations, meet culinary stars, and take part in immersive masterclasses covering wine, cheese, chocolate, and more. Step into hands-on Cooking School sessions with top chefs, explore Bakers Alley and dive deeper into flavour at the Drinks Lab. Read More.. Buy Tickets Everything you need for bump baby and beyond all under one roof One Fine Baby Expo Saturday 30th May 2026 - Sunday 31st May 2026 @ Royal Exhibition Building This FREE two-day baby expo is Australia's most stylish baby expo not only bringing together 100 must-have brands & services for you to try and buy from but also infant first aid courses free advice and plenty of action to keep your little ones entertained! Read More.. Register Here KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience in its most exhilarating form Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza Until 19th July 2026 @ Flemington Racecourse A breathtaking return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil, KOOZA pays tribute to traditional circus traditions in all its splendor with nail-biting acrobatics and bold slapstick comedy. Read More.. Book: cirquedusoleil.com 49th Historic Winton - the most exciting weekend of historic motorsport and displays Historic Winton Saturday 30th May 2026 - Sunday 31st May 2026 @ Winton Motor Raceway Join the thousands that flock to enjoy the edge-of-the-seat action Shannons Car Park anniversary displays special vehicle displays the competition paddock (meet the drivers!) and marketplace full of automotive goodies and delicious food and beverages. Read More.. Book Now A winter festival of new art music and performance in the heart of Naarm/Melbourne Rising 2026 Wednesday 27th May 2026 - Monday 8th June 2026 RISING is for everyone! From visual art performance and public art installations to live music and parties we have all kinds of experiences for you to enjoy whatever you're into. Read More.. 2026 Program The Eagles Story brings one of the greatest rock bands of all time vividly back to life The Eagles Story: Another Tequila Sunrise Tour Friday 29th May 2026 @ MeMo Music Hall | St Kilda The show recreates the sound look and energy of The Eagles with incredible accuracy letting you experience legendary hits like "Hotel California Take It Easy and Desperado" as if you were there when they first ruled the charts. Read More.. Book Now A night of breathtaking circus gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett Until 7th June 2026 @ Meat Market Join the deliciously salacious utterly hilarious uber-award winning Bernie Dieter as her gin soaked haus band soundtracks a night of breathtaking circus gender-bending aerial and fire-breathing sideshow at its most provocative and hilarious best. Read More.. Book Now Coming Soon New installations. New artists. A breathtaking NEW journey. Lightscape @ Royal Botanic Gardens Friday 12th June 2026 - Sunday 2nd August 2026 @ Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne's award-winning immersive light experience with a spectacular collection of brand-new installations created by leading artists from around the world, including exceptional Australian and First Peoples talent - creating a magical after-dark experience unlike anything else in the city this winter. Read More.. Ticketek.com.au Brings together some of Cartier's most iconic pieces Cartier | Melbourne Winter Masterpieces Friday 12th June 2026 - Sunday 4th October 2026 @ NGV International A landmark exhibition featuring more than 300 extraordinary objects - from precious jewels and historic gemstones to iconic watches and clocks - that trace the evolution of Cartier's enduring legacy in art design and craftsmanship. Read More.. Book Now Melbourne's epic free winter festival lights up Docklands for three fiery nights Firelight Festival Saturday 4th July 2026 - Monday 6th July 2026 @ Docklands Featuring dazzling fire performers illuminated sculptures fire pits and flame jets live music and roving entertainers every moment at Firelight Festival is a celebration of fire and light. Harbour Lights Cruise Read More.. Ongoing Takes you back 450 years ago to the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City Wed-Mon (ends Friday 31st July 2026) @ 206 Bourke Street Five years in the making this groundbreaking recreation by the world's top 3D modelling specialists lets you explore this Seventh Wonder like never before! Read More.. Book: Fever Thrice the fun thrice the flavours... Rocky Road Festival of Flavours May 2026 @ Yarra Valley Great Ocean Road and Mornington Peninsula Make a date to join us for our month long dedication to all things rocky road. Read More.. Fed Square will transform into the French Alps this winter with Fondue Chalet Fondue Chalet @ Fed Square Until 27th June 2026 @ Fed Square Featuring 18 private cosy chalets (ski lodges) it's the perfect spot to gather with your loved ones. Let us transport you to a charming French alpine village-sip on mulled wine indulge in traditional French fondue and soak up the warmth of crackling fire pits. Read More.. fonduechalet.com.au Immersive Light Show Enlightenment: The Four Seasons Until 5th July 2026 @ Immigration Museum Experience spring summer autumn and winter through rich immersive visuals that blend seamlessly with the interior of Melbourne's Immigration Museum. Read More.. Book: Fever Melbourne's best Asian night market returns to Queen Victoria Market this Autumn Hawker 88 Night Market Wednesday's @ Queen Victoria Market Queen Victoria Market transforms the open-air sheds into a vibrant hawker-style precinct filled with glowing lanterns authentic Asian street eats and live entertainment. Feast your way through bold flavours enjoy a rotating line-up of cultural performances and discover special $8.80 offers across food and market finds. Read More.. Ready to come inside? Play School: Come and Play! Until 12th July 2026 @ Australian Centre for the Moving Image The perfect outing for two- to five-year-olds little ones have the chance to check out the Rocket Clock meet Big Ted Jemima and Humpty Dumpty sing songs and learn. Kids can play presenter camera operator or director - whatever tickles their fancy. Read More.. Book Now View ancient Roman artifacts and learn about their daily life ROME: Empire Power People Daily until 25th October 2026 @ Melbourne Museum Featuring original statues mosaics frescoes jewellery and everyday objects from the humblest to the most sumptuous this Melbourne-exclusive exhibition is a vibrant exploration of Rome's political cultural and social life. Read More.. Book Now: Tiqets An immersive experience surrounded by bubbles Bubble Planet Daily until 31 August 2026 @ Fever Exhibition and Experience Centre - Brunswick Step into a planet beyond your imagination with VR technology themed rooms fantastical landscapes and even the biggest ball pit you have ever seen. Read More.. Book Now Embark on an extraordinary exploration of the human body Body Worlds | The Anatomy of Happiness Daily until 26th July 2026 @ The District Docklands Embark on a fascinating journey through anatomy and physiology witnessing the impact of disease through stunning full-body plastinates intricate organs and revealing transparent slices. Read More.. Book: Fever Live musical experience by candlelight Candlelight Concerts Melbourne's most quietly beautiful night out is a Candlelight Concert by Fever. Our Picks A Tribute To Taylor Swift Coldplay vs. Ed Sheeran Timeless Composers Tribute To Fleetwood Mac - Bendigo Tribute To QUEEN vs ABBA Vivaldi Four Seasons The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans See ALL Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne Performing Arts Shows that make Melbourne Australia's top theatre destination.. Shows & Musicals Check out the rest of the shows plays and musicals playing now and coming soon to Melbourne in our spanking new Theatre Guide. Theatre Guide.. Broadway's smash-hit musical Waitress Until 12th July 2026 @ Her Majesty's Theatre Starring acclaimed powerhouse Natalie Bassingthwaighte as Jenna alongside show-stopping Gabriyel Thomas as Becky theatre favourite Mackenzie Dunn as Dawn charismatic stage and screen star Rob Mills as Dr Pomatter and legend of Australian entertainment John Waters as Joe. Read More.. Ticketek.com.au Australia's best ever musical comedy The Book of Mormon Tuesday - Sunday | Season extended until 19th July 2026 @ Princess Theatre This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone the award-winning creators of South Park and two-time EGOT winner Robert Lopez THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. Read More.. Book: ticketek.com.au Sale & Specials Shop Now and Get extra deals Spicers Retreats | Winter Campaign Book now before Monday 31st August 2026 Spicers Retreats is a curated collection of luxury lodges boutique hotels and private eco-retreats located in New South Wales and Queensland. Each destination offers a unique blend of relaxed luxury gourmet dining personalised service and immersive nature-based experiences. Read More.. www.spicersretreats.com City to Williamstown Return Ferry Cruise Melbourne to Williamstown Cruise Hop on board this two hour cruise that ventures out into Port Phillip Bay to Williamstown. Departing from Southbank Promenade you will gently meander down the Yarra River passing by a number of city highlights including Crown Casino Westgate Bridge Exhibition Centre and Polly Woodside. After approximately 45 to 60 minutes of travelling you'll arrive in the charming and historic town of Williamstown. View this early colonial settlement from the water characterised by buzzing restaurants cafes and galleries amongst picturesque gardens. Stay for lunch. Then sit back and relax as your captain takes you back to Southbank a great opportunity to witness the stunning Melbourne skyline. Read More.. Official Tickets: RedBalloon Keep Looking.. Heads Up.. Bobby Fox: Sinatra at the Sands Candlelight: Tribute To Fleetwood Mac - Bendigo Children's International Film Festival Christine Anu Erin LeCount - The Pareidolia Shows Firelight Festival 2026 - Harbour Lights Cruise High Cheese at The Westin Melbourne J. Williams: The Bruno Mars Experience Linden Postcard Show 2026 Lucas Debargue - Live at the Toorak Melbourne Opera Guide: The Shows You Must See Mind Body Spirit Festival 2026 MSO in Your Neighbourhood: Narre Warren New Owner Omega Ensemble: Inner Landscapes Opera Australia: La Boheme Spacey Jane | Heading Back Down Under Australian Tour 2026 The Jackson Combo: 'The Eras' - Classic Blues, Soul, Rock & Today's Hits The Moth StorySLAM: HOLIDAY GONE WRONG Waterfront Sessions: Great Food, Music and Good Vibes See More.. 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