Newsletter: What's On Melbourne | 16 - 22 June 2026

What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 16th June 2026 - Monday 22nd June 2026 Featured This Week Adult Night @ LEGOLAND Alex Makes Meals: Feast to Feed Bangarra Dance Theatre: Sheltering Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters Box Hill Art Group: 74th Annual Exhibition Celia Pacquola - GIFT HORSE East Gippsland Winter Festival Firelight Festival - Harbour Lights Cruise Fondue Chalet @ Fed Square Heart Body Soul | Winter Solstice Festival Magic Show: Impossible Occurrences NGV Friday Nights Nightide Festival Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium | World Ocean's Day State of Origin: Westpac NSW Blues v QLD Maroons The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet The Jury Experience WinterLIVE | Abbotsford Convent Free Every Week Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne Featured Experience Melbourne from the water this winter with Melbourne River Cruise's special Firelight Festival Harbour Lights Cruise Firelight Festival - Harbour Lights Cruise Friday 3 July | Saturday 4 July | Sunday 5 July sailing from Southbank Promenade Come on board for a fun 30-minute Harbour Lights Cruise through Docklands and Victoria Harbour as the city comes alive with fire pits lights flames entertainment and winter vibes. 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 An immersive wellness and spiritual event celebrating the longest night of the year. Heart Body Soul | Winter Solstice Festival Sunday 21st June 2026 @ Coburg Town Hall Bringing together intuitive readers, holistic healers, wellness practitioners, and conscious brands, this unique gathering invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect. Read More.. Book Now Live Music & Art + CARTIER NGV Friday Nights Friday night's @ NGV International After dark at NGV with weekly curated experiences featuring live music residencies, pop-up performances and activations, alongside drinks, dining and unlimited entry to the CARTIER exhibition. CARTIER NGV Friday Nights.. Book Now East Gippsland comes alive in a festival of light, food, music, art & culture. East Gippsland Winter Festival 19th June 2026 - 19th July 2026 Experience HOW WE WINTER in East Gippsland as the region comes alive in a month-long festival of luminous art, epic winter feasts, trestle bridge soirees, lively music, dark skies, roaring fires and cold plunges. Read More.. Book Now Winter Solstice Event Nightide Festival Friday 19th June 2026 - Sunday 21st June 2026 @ Queenscliff A three days solstice celebration including live music, fire burn, bars, food trucks and fireworks. Read More.. Book Now 74th Annual Exhibition Box Hill Art Group Exhibition Friday 19th June 2026 - Sunday 21st June 2026 @ Box Hill Town Hall Art lovers, collectors, and curious locals are warmly invited to experience one of Whitehorse's most anticipated community arts events - the 74th Annual Exhibition & Art Sale presented by the Box Hill Art Group in conjunction with Whitehorse Arts Association. Read More.. Flyer (PDF) Works reminding us of the spirit at the heart of Indigenous worldviews and the enduring connections between people, land, and spirit Bangarra Dance Theatre: Sheltering Thursday 18th June 2026 - Saturday 27th June 2026 @ Playhouse Theatre Bangarra Dance Theatre presents three powerful works: 'Keeping Grounded', 'Brown Boys', and 'Sheoak', which honour Bangarra's past while looking to the future. Read More.. Book Now The world's most famous love story brought to life by classical ballet The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet 6th - 16th June 2026 @ Regent Theatre With its compelling storytelling that always hits the heart Cranko's Romeo and Juliet is a majestic vision of Shakespeare's play performed by The Australian Ballet's exceptional company of dancers. Read More.. Ticketek.com.au Big kids can explore and wander through Melbourne's Ultimate Indoor LEGO Playground kid-free! Adults Only Night @ LEGOLAND Friday 19th June 2026 @ LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Adult Nights are exclusively for guests over 18, offering a unique opportunity to enjoy the beloved Melbourne attraction without the presence of children. Read More.. Book Now Every word matters. Every detail counts. And at the end, you must cast the vote that determines the fate of the accused. The Jury Experience You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide.. guilty or not guilty? Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies? Friday 19th June 2026 @ St Kilda Town Hall Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies? Book Now Death by AI: Who Pays the Price? Saturday 20th June 2026 @ St Kilda Town Hall Death by AI: Who Pays the Price? Book Now Coming Soon Keep the kids entertained during the school holidays School Holiday Guide 27th June 2026 - 12th July 2026 It's not only Melbourne's biggest list of things on for kids, it's Melbourne's favourite list for mums and dads. Our Picks 123Boom! Real-Life Arcade Game Adventure Park's Winter Glow ArtVo Trick Art Bubble Planet Children's International Film Festival Dinos at the Zoo Family Fiesta Hidden: Seven Children Saved Imaginator Kids Go Free! Kids Movies Guide Kids' All-Day Adventures Knights Of Fire LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Luna Park Metartworld Our Wondrous Planet Play School: Come and Play! Saboteurs School Holidays @ The District Docklands Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium SENSAS - Multi-Sensory Journey Small Ideas Spotswood Pumping Station Tours Starry Sky Exhibition Starter Combo at SuperPark Train Rides For Kids TreeTops Challenge VR Game Experience What's Showing @ IMAX See Full Guide.. Melbourne's epic free winter festival lights up Docklands for three fiery nights Firelight Festival Friday 3 July | Saturday 4 July | Sunday 5 July @ 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. Read More.. Festival Program Harbour Lights Cruise Ongoing Brings together some of Cartier's most iconic pieces Cartier | Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 12th June 2026 - 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 New installations. New artists. A breathtaking NEW journey. Lightscape @ Royal Botanic Gardens 12th June 2026 - 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 50 Objects. 50 Years. One Collection. ENCORE! Wednesday 10th June 2026 - Sunday 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 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 Winter Night Market @ Queen Victoria Market The Winter Night Market returns every Wednesday from 3 June - 26 August 2026 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 (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 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 Eonarium Enlightenment 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 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 Ed Sheeran & Coldplay Tribute To Fleetwood Mac - Bendigo Tribute To QUEEN vs ABBA Vivaldi Four Seasons See ALL Candlelight Concerts in Melbourne Performing Arts Shows that make Melbourne Australia's top theatre destination.. 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 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.. Sale & Specials 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 Heads up on fuel price apps and websites Where To Get Cheap Petrol Updated! Compare petrol prices on APP's, websites, U-GO and membership-based Costco Fuel and LMCT+and find the cheapest fuel near you. Where To Get Cheap Petrol.. Step into the vibrant streets of Melbourne as the lead detective in a chilling murder mystery Melbourne Murder Mystery: Self-Guided Detective Walk Armed only with your phone you'll unlock puzzles gather evidence and follow a gripping storyline that leads you through Melbourne's streets and landmarks. Along the way you'll examine alibis interrogate suspects and uncover the dramatic circumstances surrounding the suspicious death of a famous travel blogger. The suspects all have secrets-can you identify the guilty one before they strike again? Learn More.. Buy Now: viator.com 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 Looking.. Heads Up.. Alex Makes Meals: Feast to Feed Ampol State of Origin: NSW Blues v QLD Maroons Barbie: The Exhibition Bastille Day French Festival Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters Birrarung Valley Walk Celia Pacquola - GIFT HORSE Fantastic Furniture | EOFY Sale Five Star Factory Direct: Baccarat Liquidation Sale Greens Comedy Night Jazz Harbingers: The Music of Art Blakey Le Petit Wonder of the Sea: Kids High Tea at The Westin Melbourne LEGOLAND: World Play Day Market Fair - Preston Peter Vadiveloo & Bohemian Nights Piccolo Teatro Magic Theatre Melbourne Aquarium | World Ocean's Day Simple Minds | Live 2027 Time Out Social Club x Otakoi U-GO | Self Serve Petrol Station See More.. Weekend Markets Check out these markets open this weekend Bass Market Bohemian Bulla Market Cheeky Monkey Market | Clayton Creswick Market Drouin Craft and Produce Market Emerald Market Healesville Community Market Kensington Market Little Birdie Market Montrose Community Craft Market On The Lawn Market - Newhaven Park Orchards Market Rail Trail Market - Leongatha Sale Producers Market Stay Soft Night Markets - Collingwood That's Mine: Wyndham Market Treasures & Tastes Market - Surrey Hills Trust Makers' Market - Rippon Lea Yarck Country Market Yarraville Village Craft Market Yarrawonga Rotary Market Younghusband Rose Street Market - Kensington View every market open this Weekend Newsletter Central What's On Melbourne Newsletter | #1017 Straight to your inbox every Tuesday Read Online Subscribe Archive Previous Week Last Year