Melbourne, the One-Stop Destination for Events All Year-Round
Check out some of the events happening in Melbourne in 2023 that you should not miss!
By Visit Victoria on March 14, 2023
Cool Escapes In Melbourne
A little sun is always fun, but don’t you ever miss the cold? Well, look no further to escape the summer heat by heading Down Under to chill as the cool winter season promises to be an exciting one in Melbourne, Victoria!
By Visit Victoria on June 10, 2022
Expect the unexpected at Tesselaar KaBloom, Festival of Flowers this autumn
Expect the unexpected as there is nothing quite like Tesselaar KaBloom!
By Visit Victoria on March 31, 2022
Dine In: Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2022
One of the most anticipated events in Melbourne’s calendar year is back!
By Visit Victoria on March 31, 2022
Shared Victorian Adventure with New Children’s Book
A new children’s e-book which aims to virtually connect loved ones with a shared adventure through Melbourne’s famous laneways and surrounding iconic regions has been launched.
By Visit Victoria on June 2, 2020
Travel Dreaming from Home?
Here is a handy list of virtual experiences offered by Melbourne and Victoria’s top attractions – amazing art galleries, museums, wildlife sanctuaries, heritage sites and scenic locations.
By Visit Victoria on May 12, 2020
Local Melbourne Guide to The Best Croissants
The eastern end of tree lined Collins Street has been known colloquially as the ‘Paris End’ with its heritage buildings and high-end boutiques but Melbourne’s best buttery flaky baked good can be found beyond the inner-city precinct.
By Visit Victoria on October 17, 2019
This Hot Chocolate Festival Sets to Warm You Up When You Visit Victoria, Australia, This Winter
Victoria’s most decadent food event returns this August with a month-long Hot Chocolate Festival set to warm up visitors to the Surf Coast, Yarra Valley and the Mornington Peninsula from 1 st – 31 st August 2019.
By Visit Victoria on July 16, 2019
Australia Warmly Welcomes Harry Potter And The Cursed Child To Its New Home
The Australian premiere production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child officially opened at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre.
By Visit Victoria on March 15, 2019
Darren Sylvester: Carve A Future, Devour Everything, Become Something
Darren Sylvester’s works – known for their pop culture and multinational brand references – will be on display at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
By Visit Victoria on March 15, 2019
An Enchantingly Merry Season!
Christmas is more than just a lovely dinner spread with succulent turkey, building a snowman with a cute button nose, skiing in the snowy mountains, and catching snowflakes on your tongue. In the City of Melbourne, the festive season calls for a rich cultural experience of the celebration.
By Visit Victoria on November 28, 2018
Iconic Hiking Experience in Grampians National Park
Parks Victoria has completed a significant milestone towards opening the Grampians Peaks Trail a world-class walking experience, one of the largest ever investment for any hiking experience in Australia, showcasing the beauty of the Grampians National Park’s natural and cultural landscapes, completing upgrades to 60 kilometers of track.
By Visit Victoria on November 12, 2018
PS Emmylou – Australia’s Most Luxurious Boutique Inland Cruise Launched
The spectacular paddle steamer, the PS Emmylou, the world’s only wood-fired cruising paddle steamer, is being relaunched. Following a specially designed luxury upgrade and fit out, the Emmylou will launch with an extended 3 to 4-night program.
By Visit Victoria on November 12, 2018
Of Coffee, Selfies and Coastal Scenery
Visit Victoria brought the sights, smell and taste of Great Ocean Road and Melbourne’s café culture to IN Festival 2018, the first influencer festival of its kind in Malaysia! The two-day event saw influencers from Malaysia, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand and more present.
By Visit Victoria on September 25, 2018
More Than 200 Works From The Museum Of Modern Art, New York Come to Melbourne This Winter
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) presents a major exhibition of modern and contemporary masterworks from New York’s iconic Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in the world-premiere exhibition MoMA at NGV: 130 Years of Modern and Contemporary Art, at NGV International in Melbourne.
By Visit Victoria on July 23, 2018
First Malaysian Runner Wins 60km Run at Great Ocean Road Running Festival 2018
Edan Syah completes his first 60km marathon in 4 hours 29 minutes Malaysia’s citizen runner, Edan Syah, sets a record at his first 60km ultra marathon in the recent Great Ocean Road Running Festival (GORRF) in 4:29:00 time, making him the best performer by an Asian in this event’s ultra marathon distance. Having trained for five months towards this big day, his efforts has certainly paid off. Edan ran full marathon distance every month as part of his training and while the training took a toll on him as he experienced some injuries a few weeks prior to the race day, he was still determined and committed to recover promptly with the help of professional advice. “In the days leading up to […]
By Visit Victoria on June 4, 2018
More Than Just Art, Coffee and Fashion
Renowned as the art and coffee capital of the world, Melbourne in Australia is flocked by world travelers and it is no surprise why. Awarded as the most livable city for seven years in a row, the city is a wonder to be in – from its abundance of creative art and rich cultural heritage, to the long list of delectable gourmet cuisines at every corner; it is easy to see why people fall in love with Melbourne. This charming city is a paradise for foodies and also fast becoming an international halal food hub. With a fifth of Australia’s Muslim population in Melbourne hailing from more than 60 countries, it has brought about some of the finest halal offerings. Just to […]
By Visit Victoria on May 31, 2018
A Winter Wonderland in Melbourne
Perhaps the most exciting and popular season globally is winter, and Melbourne is one place that offers a plethora of activities and events that promises a great time spent – and especially for visitors looking for somewhere to escape the heat during mid-year. Melbourne’s rich cultural art and heritage has made it a destination choice for many and contrary to belief, winter does not only have to be about snow or skiing. There are more things to do than you can imagine! Starting off the list, here are a couple of things in store: Returning to warm up Wednesday nights in Melbourne, the Winter Night Market at the iconic Queen Victoria Market will take place every Wednesday from 6 June to 29 […]
By Visit Victoria on May 31, 2018
WHITE NIGHT 2018: Alight, Alive and Shining More Brightly Under the Cover of Dark
Alight, alive and shining more brightly under the cover of dark, White Night Melbourne and Ballarat is back and is bigger than ever. Visit Victoria is proud to be delivering Victoria’s flagship overnight event and invites you to enjoy these cities as you’ve never see them before. White Night is a real celebration of Melbourne’s true 24/7 culture, a city known for our exciting live music, food and drink, entertainment and creative cultural experiences that never stop. The programs for White Night Melbourne and Ballarat were today launched with the promise of showcasing the very best on offer at all hours of the night. Melbourne’s theme is designed to make you question, to make you dream and to ask What if? A huge […]
By Visit Victoria on January 12, 2018
10 Vibrant Melbourne’s Watering Holes
It’s not just a bar, it’s a destination! Experience Melbourne’s vibrant bar scene. Whether you’re after a colourful cocktail with a million dollar view or a few quiet spots in a student dive, you’re bound to find something that suits your mood and budget. Bar-hop like a local, dance to world class DJs, be baffled by installation art, or chow down on late night snacks. These bars will keep the light on for you – well after the last tram has gone home, of course! 1. Black Pearl The best bars for booze around the world have been named and Melbourne’s Black Pearl remains at the top of its game. As its name suggests, is a rare gem in the Fitzroy bar […]
By Visit Victoria on October 30, 2017
Victoria in Bloom: Where to See Flowers Blooming This Spring!
With the arrival of spring, Victoria’s gardens, parks, paddocks and pastures burst to life with seasonal blooms flowering in the golden sunshine. From visiting botanic gardens within Melbourne to heading further afield on a wildflower viewing road trip, springtime is the right time to visit Victoria. 1. Tesselaar Tulip Festival The Tesselaar Tulip Festival (14 September – 10 October 2017) is a colourful celebration of tulip growing. Visitors can witness the spectacle of almost a million tulips spread out over 25 acres of farmland at this popular event, located 60 minutes from Melbourne. A rotating list of food, wine, entertainment and activities ensures all ages are taken care of, with Over the Rainbow week seeing twice daily performances of the Wizard of Oz and Dutch Weekend celebrating […]
By Visit Victoria on September 20, 2017
7 Things to do in Grampians
More than 400 million years ago, in the place we know as Western Victoria, the earth rose up to form the mountains the Kooris called Gariwerd, which we now call the Grampians. Over the years, wind, rain and water have carved fantastic shapes in the Grampians ancient stone, creating the steep craggy slopes and rock formations that thrust majestically upwards. From some of the best rock-climbing in Australia, to walking tracks, wildlife, lookouts, waterfalls set against rugged landscapes as well as gourmet food and wine, there is something for every kind of visitor to the Grampians. There are plenty of attractions and things to do while in Grampians. Just to name a few: 1. Grampians Peaks Trail The Grampians Peak Trail is […]
By Visit Victoria on August 9, 2017
