Looking for things to do in Melbourne today? Whether you’re after a family-friendly adventure, a last-minute outing, or just wondering what to do in Melbourne today, there’s always something exciting happening.
From interactive museum exhibits to pop-up markets, live performances, and hidden gems, Melbourne is packed with experiences for all ages.
Not sure what’s on in Melbourne today? We’ve rounded up the best events, activities, and must-see spots to make the most of your day. Whether it’s rain or shine, there are plenty of things to do today that will keep both kids and adults entertained. Let’s explore!
What’s on Today
CURIOSITY: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO® Bricks
3 March @ 10:00 am - 29 November @ 4:00 pm AEDT
COLOUR: See the World in a New Light
21 March 2026 @ 10:00 am - 26 January 2027 @ 4:30 pm AEDT
ROME: Empire, Power, People
1 April @ 9:00 am - 25 October @ 5:00 pm AEDT
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
9 April - 30 November
Lego Build Challenge
11 April @ 10:00 am - 19 September @ 2:30 pm AEST
RISING: EMERGENCE(Y) by Various, Melbourne, 2026
5 June @ 11:00 am - 5 December @ 5:00 pm AEST
Winter Glow at Adventure Park Geelong
20 June @ 3:00 pm - 3 October @ 9:00 pm AEST
Children’s Play Ragnar Kjartansson
26 June @ 10:00 am - 4 October @ 5:00 pm AEST
Smithsonian Starstruck
3 July @ 10:00 am - 30 September @ 7:00 pm AEST
The Art of Dawdling at The Abbotsford Convent – Japanese ‘Urban Listening’
9 July @ 8:00 am - 31 December @ 5:00 pm AEST
Kew Traffic School Public Ride Sessions
17 July @ 9:00 am - 18 September @ 3:00 pm AEST
Bloom – Greater Bendigo & Loddon
24 July @ 8:00 am - 1 November @ 5:00 pm AEST
RESET: A Festival for Grounding and Growing
1 August @ 8:00 am - 17 October @ 5:00 pm AEST
Arca Arcade: Round One
6 August @ 8:30 am - 31 October @ 5:00 pm AEST
Making Memoir of a Snail
8 August @ 10:00 am - 1 November @ 5:00 pm AEST
Stellar Nights
10 August @ 7:30 pm - 30 November @ 8:30 pm AEST
Canola Walk
18 August @ 8:00 am - 27 September @ 5:00 pm AEST
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
23 August @ 10:00 am - 31 October @ 4:00 pm AEST
Kyneton Daffodil & Arts Festival
4 September @ 8:00 am - 13 September @ 5:00 pm AEST
FUSE: Darebin’s Multiarts Festival
5 September - 13 September
Edendale Community Environment Farm Activities
5 September @ 8:00 am - 28 October @ 5:00 pm AEST
Spring Outdoors Festival
6 September @ 8:00 am - 27 November @ 5:00 pm AEST
NFL Week: Melbourne End Zone
10 September @ 9:00 am - 11 September @ 9:00 pm AEST
NFL Kickoff Festival
10 September @ 10:00 am - 12 September @ 10:00 pm AEST
Welcome The Little Stranger
10 September @ 10:00 am - 13 September @ 3:00 pm AEST
Royal Botanical Gardens
11 September @ 7:30 am - 5:30 pm AEST
Geelong Botanic Gardens
11 September @ 8:00 am - 7:00 pm AEST
Heide Art Babies
11 September @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am AEST
Prison Island Melbourne
11 September @ 10:00 am - 9:30 pm AEST
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City
11 September @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm AEST
