Newsletter: What's On Melbourne | 4 - 10 August 2026

What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 4th August 2026 - Monday 10th August 2026 Featured This Week Choir of Hard Knocks primary of Literature Walking Tour Jersey Forever Heads Up Events Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences Mornington Racecourse Craft Market Science at Melbourne Festival Smithsonian Starstruck Swiss Festival The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side Weekend Markets Werribee Park Heritage Orchard Winter Fruit Tree Festival Win a share of $110k at Flybuys Remarkable Trolley Free Every Week Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne The Remarkable Trolley is a huge interactive pop-up coming to Westfield Southland Win a share of $110k at Flybuys Remarkable Trolley Thursday 6th August 2026 - Sunday 9th August 2026 @ Westfield Southland How it Works: Simply purchase an item you can collect Flybuys points on from any of Flybuys grocery or retail partner stores (make sure you scan your Flybuys!), bring the receipt to the Remarkable Trolley and show your Flybuys. Pop your item through, and collect it on the other side along with a remarkable reward! Read More.. A celebration of scientific knowledge innovation and progress Science at Melbourne Festival 11th - 20th August 2026 @ The University of Melbourne From public lectures and expert-led masterclasses to lab experiences games and activities the festival has something for everyone. Read More.. Science at Melbourne Festival events 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 The Jury Experience places audiences at the centre of a thrilling live courtroom trial The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side Saturday 8th August 2026 @ Hawthorn Arts Centre Step into a gripping courtroom drama where every testimony, every piece of evidence and every detail matters. In The Jury Experience, the audience becomes the jury and must decide the fate of the accused. Read More.. Book Now Join us as we celebrate wellness by innovation - the Swiss way Swiss Festival Saturday 8th August 2026 @ Seaworks From clever designs that make life smoother to breakthroughs that keep us healthier, this year's festival highlights how Swiss creativity has always been about feeling good and living well. Read More.. Book Now A celebration of the vanilla slice held on the Murray River each August The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph Saturday 15th August 2026 @ Merbein Our big day includes plenty of vanilla slices to eat, sold by a multitude of bakeries. Try and compare vanilla slices plus lots of other delicious things to get your mouth around, both sweet and savoury. It's the perfect place to spend a Saturday lunch! Read More.. A Beautiful Noise explores the ambition, personal struggles and creative drive behind one of popular music's most recognisable careers A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical 5th August 2026 - 6th September 2026 @ Princess Theatre The musical traces Diamond's path from a Brooklyn childhood to international fame, with Broadway star Will Swenson leading the Australian production as the younger Neil Diamond. Read More.. Book Now 20th Anniversary Concert Choir of Hard Knocks Thursday 6th August 2026 @ Palais Theatre Join the Choir of Hard Knocks at Melbourne's iconic Palais for a spectacular celebration marking 20 extraordinary years of music, community and hope. Read More.. Book Now A day to celebrate growing fruit trees and preserving heritage varieties Heritage Orchard Winter Fruit Tree Festival Sunday 9th August 2026 @ Werribee Park Enjoy live music, grab a bite to eat, and browse the stalls selling all things gardening. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the orchard and farm. Be inspired by the thriving community gardens and explore the historic buildings dating back to the 1800s. Read More.. The original 4 stars of Jersey Boys Australia Jersey Forever Friday 7th August 2026 @ Palais Theatre Jersey Forever reunites the original Jersey Boys stars Bobby Fox, Glaston Toft, Scott Johnson and Stephen Mahy for one night only at the Palais Theatre. Read More.. Book Now COMING SOON Just Announced: One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new theatrical production filled with heart humour and the unforgettable charm of the Kerrigan family. The Castle (the play) 23rd March 2027 - 18th April 2027 @ Her Majesty's Theatre Based on the iconic Australian comedy The Castle follows Darryl Kerrigan and his family as they take on an unlikely fight to protect the home they love. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments memorable characters and the enduring spirit of the Aussie battler the stage adaptation celebrates family community and the timeless pursuit of "serenity". Read More.. Tickets Onsale Now Live musical experience by candlelight Candlelight Concerts Melbourne's most quietly beautiful night out is a Candlelight Concert by Fever. Our Picks Ed Sheeran & Coldplay The Best Of Hans Zimmer - Bendigo Tribute To QUEEN vs ABBA Tribute To Taylor Swift Vivaldi Four Seasons See ALL Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne Back by Popular Demand Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest 10th September 2026 - 25th October 2026 @ Princess Theatre Following a sold-out season in London and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025 the critically acclaimed ballet Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest returns to Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre. Read More.. Ticketek.com.au ONGOING Step into a world where imagination takes centre stage as the NGV Children's Gallery into an interactive theatrical playground filled with storytelling creativity and performance. Ragnar Kjartansson: Children's Gallery Until 4th October 2026 @ Free at NGV International Inspired by the grand theatrical feasts of the Middle Ages and the lavish celebrations of Europe's Rococo courts Ragnar Kjartansson has created a unique exhibition that invites children and families to become part of the performance. Read More.. SNOW | LIGHTS | FIRE | ICE Adventure Park's Winter Glow Until 29th August 2026 @ Adventure Park | Geelong With snow theme park rides dazzling light installations fire twirling and ice sculpting displays there's something the whole family will love. Read More.. Book Now Discover 4000+ years of storytelling at World of the Book World of the Book Daily & Free @ State Library of Victoria Returning for its 21st year *World of the Book* is Australia's longest-running and most celebrated exhibition dedicated to books and the history of writing. Featuring more than 400 rare remarkable and historically significant treasures from the State Collection the exhibition spans almost four millennia with many items on public display for the very first time. Read More.. Step Into Space with Smithsonian Starstruck STARSTRUCK Daily until 30th September 2026 @ 206 Bourke Street This immersive Melbourne experience blends cutting-edge technology authentic science and cinematic storytelling to bring the wonders of the universe vividly to life. Read More.. Book: Fever Brings together some of Cartier's most iconic pieces Cartier | Melbourne Winter Masterpieces Until 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.. NGV Friday Nights Book Now 50 Objects. 50 Years. One Collection. ENCORE! Until 11th October 2026 @ Australian Museum of Performing Arts Some of the most recognisable pieces in Australian entertainment history are about to step back into the spotlight with Arts Centre Melbourne unveiling a major new exhibition celebrating five decades of the Australian Performing Arts Collection. Read More.. Book Now Melbourne's favourite winter ritual has returned to Queen Victoria Market Winter Night Market Wednesday's until 26 August 2026 @ Queen Victoria Market Warm up with a rotating line-up of global street food winter comfort eats and hot drinks. Feast on raclette-loaded sandwiches loaded baked potatoes crispy soft shell crab burgers and fried pasta cups. Then cosy up with a mulled wine campfire cocktails hot chocolates and sweet winter treats by the fire. Read More.. Takes you back 450 years ago to the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City Wed-Mon until 30th September 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 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 30th August 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 PERFORMING ARTS The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns with its award-winning blend of history pop music and spectacular live performances SIX the Musical Until 23rd August 2026 @ Comedy Theatre Following worldwide success SIX the Musical returns to Melbourne transforming one of history's most famous royal stories into a dazzling pop concert packed with powerhouse vocals infectious songs and unforgettable performances. Read More.. Book Now The iconic story that made us laugh cry and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back - live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production Steel Magnolias Until 9th August 2026 @ Athenaeum Theatre Step inside Trudy's beauty salon where the coffee is strong the hairspray is stronger and the friendships are strong enough to carry these women through life's biggest joys and hardest heartbreaks! Read More.. Book Now Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman Pretty Woman: The Musical Until 30th August 2026 @ Regent Theatre Bursting with glamour charm and all the iconic moments you know and love this joyous musical hit is playing at the Regent Theatre Read More.. Book Now 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.. A 3 Hour Walking Tour with Melburnian, journalist and storyteller Paul Daffey City of Literature Walking Tour Thursday's @ State Library of Victoria An exploration of the reasons behind Melbourne's status as a city that has been shaped by writers, readers, publishers and ideas. Read More.. Book Now Sponsored Partner Enjoy some of the finer things in life as you indulge in a decadent high tea in Moonee Ponds. High Tea with Prosecco 1st Saturday of the month @ GK Tapas Bar & Restaurant | Moonee Ponds Be treated to a glass of Prosecco on arrival followed by a three tier selection of sweet and savoury delights house made scones and unlimited T2 tea and coffee. Read More.. Book Now 20+ Stores | 35K+ Products under one roof Furniture Masters - Online Superstore One-stop online shop for every room of your home including office and outdoors. Browse: www.fmhc.com.au Sponsored Partner Return Cruise to Williamstown 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 READING.. Heads Up.. AGRA Annual Exhibition 2026 Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay High tea on a vintage tram in Ballarat J Davies: Evolving Kyle Archie Knight: Cruising for a Bruising Melbourne Opera: Il Trovatore Milestones in Collecting National Stroke Week One Electric Day 2026 Polly Woodside: Open Day Psychic & Wellbeing Expo | Beaconsfield RISING: The Vinyl Factory - Reverb Round She Goes Preloved Fashion Market Satellite Projects: Physical Motifs Spartan Event Weekend - Werribee Spartans & ANZACs | 480 BC - 1941 Swinging Sixties Exhibition Explores a Decade That Changed Victoria The Moth GrandSLAM: GREAT ESCAPES The Witch's Crack Down Under The Traitors Australia Returns WARNE: Treasures of a Legend Yarra Valley Coin, Antiques and Collectables Expo See More.. Weekend Markets Check out these weekend markets All For Kids Market - Macleod Ararat Trash & Treasure Market Avenel Market Belgrave Big Dreams Market Blackburn Art & Craft Market Carisbrook Town Hall Market Computer Market - Keysborough Corinella Community Market Cowes Island Craft Market Crib Point Community Market Dimboola Tower Park Market Docklands Community Market Echuca Hopwood Gardens Market Girgarre Farmers Produce & Craft Market - Kyabram Heart of the Community Market Heide Makers' Market Inglewood Lions Country Market Kyneton Community Market Lara Community Market Little River Market - That's Mine Loch Village Market Maldon Market Mornington Racecourse Craft Market Mount Waverley Village Market Nyah District Lions Club Market Rosebud Trash N Treasure Market Rosedale Country Market Somerville Saturday Market The Lost Woods Market - Emerald Vic West Community Market - Albion Violet Town Market Wallan Market Yarra Junction Community Market View every market open this Weekend Newsletter Central What's On Melbourne Newsletter | #1024 Straight to your inbox every Tuesday Read Online Subscribe Archive Previous Week Last Year