Newsletter: What's On Melbourne | 8 - 14 September 2026

What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 8th September 2026 - Monday 14th September 2026 Featured This Week Ballet of Lights: Cinderella Connor's Run CURIOSITY: LEGO Exhibition Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest Feng Mengbo: Playable Artwork Heads Up Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences NFL: Kickoff Festival at Melbourne Park NFL: Los Angeles Rams v San Francisco 49ers NFL: Where to Watch Rams v 49ers Puffing Billy Running Festival Round She Goes Preloved Fashion Market Tesselaar Tulip Festival The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side World Press Photo Exhibition Weekend Markets Guide Free Every Week Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne 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 3 days of football, live entertainment, food, NFL Shop, and fan experiences NFL Kickoff Festival at Melbourne Park Thursday 10th September 2026 - Saturday 12th September 2026 @ Melbourne Park The three-day event combines live NFL screenings with fan activations, football exhibits, NFL merchandise, food and entertainment. On Friday, the festival opens at 10am, just ahead of the 10.35am kick-off, before continuing with a post-game party. Where to Watch Rams v 49ers in Melbourne Los Angeles Rams v San Francisco 49ers @ MCG (sold out) Read More.. Book Now Presented by Born in a Taxi, Preston Market and Darebin FUSE Festival FUSE Festival Friday 11th September 2026 - Sunday 13th September 2026 @ Preston Market Three days of live performances, arts and activities! Come and experience the centrepiece, THE CUBE by Born in a Taxi, a freestanding, transparent arts-space which will host a smorgasbord of performances and creative activities. Read More.. Program A 40 year tradition of a foot race against the Puffing Billy steam locomotive Puffing Billy Running Festival 2026 Saturday 12th September 2026 - Sunday 13th September 2026 @ Puffing Billy Railway Day one features a 1.5km Kids Dash and a 5km Family Fun Run / Walk. Then, on Sunday 13 September, up to 3,000 participants take on two steam locomotives from Belgrave to Emerald. Read More.. Book Now The audience becomes the jury and must decide the fate of the accused The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side Saturday 12th September 2026 @ Hawthorn Arts Centre The Jury Experience places audiences at the centre of a thrilling live courtroom trial where they must listen carefully to witness testimonies, analyse the evidence and ultimately determine whether the accused is guilty or not guilty. Read More.. Book Now A ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-dark costumes Ballet of Lights: Cinderella Saturday 12th September 2026 @ The Capitol Cinderella returns in a bold, new ballet that's redefining classical dance. Watch as dancers in illuminated costumes twirl and glow across the stage, breathing new life into this beloved fairytale. Read More.. Book Now 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 Support Robert Connor Dawes Foundation goal of changing the odds for children facing brain cancer Connor's Run 2026 Sunday 13th September 2026 From Bayside to the Boatsheds supports the foundation's brain matters projects with the goal of changing the odds for children facing brain cancer the #1 cancer killer of young people. Read More.. Register / Donate SOON ONGOING Award-Winning Photo journalism World Press Photo Exhibition Until 20th September 2026 | Free @ Art Gallery of Ballarat The exhibition showcases photography selected through the World Press Photo Contest, where visual storytelling is judged for both journalistic importance and photographic quality. Read More.. Embark on an extraordinary journey of curiosity creativity and discovery CURIOSITY: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO Bricks Until November 2026 @ Discovery Centre | Bendigo Designed and created by one of the world's leading LEGO brick artists and only LEGO Certified Professional (LCP) in the southern hemisphere Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught and his team. CURIOSITY welcomes family kids and adults alike to embark on an exhilarating exploration of knowledge and creativity. 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 Yamas Greece Floating Bar on the Yarra River Afloat Melbourne Until June 2027 @ Arbory Bar & Eatery Melbourne's best-known floating seasonal bar returns for the 2026-27 spring and summer season as Yamas Greece. Read More.. Book Now 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's Four Seasons See ALL Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne 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 50000+ tulips blooming along Pall Mall the Conservatory and various gardens. Read More.. Program 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 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.. 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 Winter Night Market Wednesday Night (last) @ 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 PERFORMING ARTS Once a wildcat always a Wildcat! High School Musical 3rd - 13th September 2026 @ National Theatre - St Kilda Disney's High School Musical is heading back to East High in Melbourne with James Terry Collective staging a new production at The National Theatre in St Kilda. Read More.. Book Now 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 Until 7th November 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 Until 13th September 2026 (final shows) @ 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 Now check out all the shows, plays and musicals playing now and coming soon in Melbourne's best Theatre Guide. Melbourne Theatre Guide COMING TO MELBOURNE A FREE 4 day program for Grades 4-7 students FREE STEM school holiday program Tuesday 29th September 2026 - Friday 2nd October 2026 @ Cairnlea Community Hub Students will learn 3D design with immersive VR and robotics as they develop their problem solving and collaboration skills. Students will also hear from STEM experts and explore future pathways. Read More.. Apply Now One of Australia's most beloved films makes its long-awaited journey to the stage in a brand-new production filled with heart, humour and the unforgettable charm of the Kerrigan family. The Castle (Live on Stage) 23rd March 2027 - 2nd May 2027 (extended again) @ 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 EXPERIENCES Think you know Melbourne? Melbourne Exhibitions & Shows See Melbourne's Exhibitions, Expo's and Fairs Melbourne hosts a wide range of exhibitions and showsthroughout the year, from major museum exhibitions and cultural displays to touring exhibitions, trade shows and large public expos. Let's Go.. 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