Newsletter: What's On Melbourne | 25 - 31 August 2026

What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 25th August 2026 - Monday 31st August 2026 Featured This Week Affordable Art Fair Australian Music Vault: Music Bar Bendigo Bloom | Spring Flower Festival Camberwell Sunday Market 50th Anniversary Camera House Turns 1 Four'N Twenty Legends Game Heads Up.. Hot Chocolate Festival Hurstbridge Wattle Festival Impossible Occurrences Magic Show MastersHQ Championship Melbourne Ikebana Festival Now Or Never Festival Pretty Woman: The Musical River of Light Cruise - Now or Never Rotary Eltham Art Show SIX the Musical Weekend Markets Guide Winter Night Market | Wednesday Nights Extended Free Every Week Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne See Melbourne's Now or Never festival the way it was meant to be seen from the water with Melbourne River Cruises River of Light Cruise - Dates: 20-23 August and 27-30 August 2026 | Sailing from @ Southbank Promenade This 20-minute after-dark cruise glides past the festival's biggest riverfront moments from Birrarung Marr's laser display to the mist-filled spectacle at Evan Walker Bridge and projections lighting up Hamer Hall all set against the city skyline. Read More.. Book Now 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 Football's Biggest Charity Match Returns for Prostate Cancer Four'N Twenty Legends Game Thursday 27th August 2026 2026 @ Marvel Stadium The Four'N Twenty Legends Game brings together some of Australian football's greatest names for an unforgettable night of entertainment, fundraising and footy in support of the Australian Prostate Centre. Read More.. Book Now This Sunday, Camberwell Market will celebrate its 50th birthday Camberwell Sunday Market 50th Anniversary Sunday 30th August 2026 @ Market Place, Camberwell For 50 years, Camberwell Sunday Market has been more than just a place to shop; it's been a place of connection, community and countless stories. Read More.. A joyous celebration of our heritage environment and community Hurstbridge Wattle Festival Sunday 30th August 2026 @ Hurstbridge Market stalls, kids rides, camels, live music and of course the Steam Train. Read More.. Book Steam Train Come and explore our beautiful city and enjoy food and wine events that celebrate spring Bendigo Bloom | Spring Flower Festival August - November 2026 @ Bendigo is celebrating the 23rd year in 2026 of its famous Tulip display with over 50,000+ tulips blooming along Pall Mall the Conservatory and various gardens. Read More.. Program The Australian Music Vault is opening a brand-new immersive onsite bar Australian Music Vault: Music Bar Thursday 1st October 2026 @ Australian Music Vault The new bar will offer visitors the chance to enjoy a drink surrounded by the stories, costumes and memories of Australian music history. Read More.. Melbourne Ikebana Festival explores the future of Japanese floral art Melbourne Ikebana Festival Saturday 29th August 2026 - Tuesday 1st September 2026 @ Abbotsford Convent The Melbourne Ikebana Festival returns with an ambitious international program celebrating the evolution of Japanese floral art. Read More.. Book Now A celebration of creativity, community and connection in the heart of Eltham Rotary Eltham Art Show Friday 28th August 2026 - Sunday 6th September 2026 @ Eltham Community and Reception Centre Artist, collector or art lover, this is your invitation to experience Rotary Eltham Art Show 26. Read More.. elthamartshow.org.au Ready to make your house a home? Discover the joy of collecting art. Affordable Art Fair Thursday 27th August 2026 - Sunday 30th August 2026 @ Royal Exhibition Building Showcasing a selection of galleries from across Australia the fair will feature a wide variety of original, contemporary artworks. Read More.. Book Now Camera House is celebrating its first birthday with a week of free/low-cost, hands-on events Camera House Melbourne CBD Turns 1 Until Saturday 29th August 2026 @ Photography specialists bring together Fujifilm, Canon, LUMIX, Sony, Nikon and OM SYSTEM for a jam-packed schedule of guided photo walks, live-model workshops and in-store masterclasses, open to photographers of all skill levels. Read More.. Book Now Australia's premier functional fitness event brings together the nation's fittest competitors aged 30 and over MastersHQ Championship Saturday 29th August 2026 - Sunday 30th August 2026 @ Seaworks Across the two-day competition, athletes will tackle six demanding workouts designed to challenge every aspect of functional fitness. The event also serves as the official qualification pathway to the World Fitness Project Finals, adding even greater significance to every performance. Read More.. Book Now ONGOING Explore this year's program spanning Art, Ideas, Sound, and Technology with free and ticketed events Now Or Never Festival Wednesday 19th August 2026 - Sunday 30th August 2026 This huge city-wide festival celebrates art, ideas, sound and technology. An exploration of potential futures through a carefully curated program of pioneering audio and visual art, performance, visionary thinkers, digital culture, and commissioned work. River of Light Cruise Read More.. Explore Program Mornington Peninsula Great Ocean Road and Yarra Valley Chocolateries are back for their annual (month-long) festival dedicated to hot chocolate Hot Chocolate Festival 1st - 31st August 2026 31 limited-edition hot chocolate flavours will be available to try featuring sweet and indulgent treats like torched creme brulee boozy truffles melting chocolate emoji discs and so much more! Read More.. Learn More A Three-Tiered Journey Reimagined Through Cheese High Cheese at The Westin Melbourne Until 17 October 2026 @ Allegro Restaurant Executive Chef Apoorva Kunte unveils a bold new menu inspired by the elemental themes of Fire & Water where heat spice cooling textures and luxurious creaminess come together in a dramatic progression of flavour. Read More.. Book Now Step Into Space with Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience 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 RESET returns to Fed Square with a free program exploring practical creative ways to live more sustainably Reset: FedSquare Sustainability Festival 1st August 2026 - 17th October 2026 @ Fed Square The family-friendly sustainability festival brings together workshops conversations screenings and participatory activities. Read More.. See Program 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 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 Night's | extended to 9th September 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 30th November 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 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. Reviews: Absolutely fabulous! You don't have to be a Neil Diamiond fan to love this show. Read More.. Book Now The global phenomenon SIX the Musical returns with its award-winning blend of history pop music and spectacular live performances SIX the Musical Extended by popular demand until October 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 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 Extended until 13th September 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.. COMING SOON Live musical experience by candlelight Candlelight Concerts Melbourne's most quietly beautiful night out is a Candlelight Concert by Fever. Our Picks 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 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 - 25th 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 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.. 2028 Solar Eclipse AFL Wildcard Finals Australian Nativity Scene Bearing Witness | Contemporary Asian Art Come Together - The Music of The Beatles Creativa: XI exhibition to open at Kindred Cameras DinoFest Escape Room Restaurant Johnnie Walker B-Side Sessions Maniax Viking Hour - Axe Throwing Melbourne Opera: Il Trovatore Mika Rottenberg for Kids: Squish, Twist, Fizz Mursal Azizi and Kat Rae: Sparks in the Dark Oliver Pol: Featherbrained Plant Life | The Nature of Design Scarecrow - The Mellencamp Show Shane Adamczak: The Year There Were No Monsters Strike A Chord National Final Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street The Songs Of John Farnham Three Acclaimed Chefs and a Japanese Artist V8 Race Car Driving Experience Victoria Chorale: Coming Home - Concert Xu Tiantian | MECCA X NGV Women You Have a New Memory See More.. 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