Melbourne's wonderful Christmas workshops
Looking for a thoughtful gift? Need some me time? Check out these workshops, from making sausages to a signature perfume.
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How to have a very Melbourne Christmas
Distinctive shopping, time-honoured traditions, and new ways to celebrate the season: Melbourne does Christmas like nowhere else.
What to see and do at the Festival of Independents
Flidners Lane gears up for the ultimate neighbourhood neighbourhood party for the Festival of Independents on 6 December.
Give the gift of an experience this Christmas
From brunch cruises to animal encounters, give an extraordinary experience to friends and family this festive season.
A guide to the Nicholas Building
This vertical laneway’s warren of eclectic small businesses makes it one of Melbourne’s key creative hubs. Discover some of our favourites.
Walking tours in Melbourne
Walk through towering arcades and graffiti-filled laneways to discover the best of Melbourne this weekend.
Free things to do in the school holidays
There’s plenty to do these school holidays for cooped up kids climbing the walls after a winter indoors. Here’s how to keep them occupied
Eight free things to do in the city every day
Have a grand day out on a tiny budget with these tips from the City of Melbourne’s in-the-know Visitor Services team.
Student guide to Melbourne Writers Festival
What's free, cheap and on after hours at Melbourne Writers Festival.
New shows from the iconic La Mama Theatre
Having celebrated 50 years in 2017, La Mama suffered a devastating fire in May 2018. Rediscover La Mama’s indomitable spirit with these new shows.
Hidden gems to visit in Docklands
From foodie tours and artisan bakeries, to secret storytelling and 3D art, here are some Docklands surprises you may not know about.
Take Refuge at Arts House
Refuge is a program of events that explore how artists and arts institutions can respond to a climate catastrophe.
Melbourne laneways you’ve never heard of – part 1
Not every Melbourne lane is famous. Thanks to our in-the-know City Ambassadors, here are some cool little streets and their hottest spots to discover.
Free galleries to explore in Melbourne – part two
After you’ve explored the big names dotted along Melbourne’s arts precinct and seen all that Flinders Lane …