Things to Do in Melbourne Today!

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, thereโ€™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 itโ€™s rain or shine, there are plenty of things to do today that will keep both kids and adults entertained. Letโ€™s explore!

What’s on Today

Exhibition: Sonic Labyrinth

21 August 2025 @ 10:00 am - 14 June 2026 @ 4:00 pm AEST

Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons

14 November 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 22 May 2026 @ 6:30 pm AEDT

Candlelight: 90s Unplugged

15 November 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 23 May 2026 @ 8:30 pm AEDT

Candlelight: Best of Pink Floyd

19 December 2025 @ 8:30 pm - 22 May 2026 @ 8:30 pm AEDT

2026 Jams for Juniors

31 January @ 10:00 am - 5 December @ 1:00 pm AEDT

Candlelight: Timeless Composers

21 February @ 6:30 pm - 23 May @ 6:30 pm AEDT

CURIOSITY: Building Breakthroughs in LEGOยฎ Bricks

3 March @ 10:00 am - 29 November @ 4:00 pm AEDT

Play School: Come and Play!

4 March @ 10:00 am - 12 July @ 5:00 pm AEDT

Fulldome Flicks

7 March @ 4:30 pm - 30 May @ 5:30 pm AEDT

Top Arts 2026

13 March @ 10:00 am - 19 July @ 5:00 pm AEDT

BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness

27 March @ 10:00 am - 27 June @ 8:00 pm AEDT

ROME: Empire, Power, People

1 April @ 9:00 am - 25 October @ 5:00 pm AEDT

Easter School Holidays At 1 Hotel Melbourne

4 April @ 8:00 am - 12 May @ 12:00 pm AEDT

Heathers the Musical

8 April @ 1:00 pm - 3 May @ 7:30 pm AEST

Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience

9 April @ 9:00 am - 29 June @ 9:30 am AEST

K-Publishing: Korean Art and Book Making for All Kids

11 April @ 1:30 pm - 20 June @ 3:30 pm AEST

Spark Play!

17 April @ 12:00 am - 30 June @ 12:00 am AEST

EONARIUM Enlightenment

24 April @ 6:00 pm - 31 May @ 9:00 pm AEST

127th Lake Goldsmith Steam & Vintage Rally

2 May @ 8:30 am - 3 May @ 5:00 pm AEST

Melbourne Water Lantern Festival

2 May @ 2:30 pm - 3 May @ 6:30 pm AEST

Camberwell Sunday Market

3 May @ 7:00 am - 12:30 pm AEST

Sunday FamDay

3 May @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm AEST

Alphington Farmers Market

3 May @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm AEST

Studley Park BoatHouse Explorers Program

3 May @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm AEST

Market Brunch: Melbourne Farmers Markets

3 May @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm AEST

Diamond Valley Railway Inc

3 May @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm AEST
Tesselaar Tulip Festival 34

About Joyce Watts

Joyce Watts is a former intellectual property, IT and media lawyer turned serial entrepreneur.

As well as being the founder of TOT: HOT OR NOT she helps businesses with their SEO, email marketing & social media as BrightSmart.com.au; she owns an online bike store CycleStyle.com.au and develops and produces creative experiences for families via WheelieGoodFun.com. She used to publish another popular lifestyle and food blog called MEL: HOT OR NOT The decisive guide to Melbourne.

She lives in inner-city Melbourne with her husband, two children and seven bikes.

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