This autumn, the Brighton Town Hall Gardens will come alive with an explosion of colour, creativity, and community spirit at the Slow Art Pavilion from 19 March to 16 April 2025. Nestled adjacent to Brighton Library, this unique outdoor installation by the Slow Art Collective invites visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in hands-on art practices, from weaving and macramé to experimenting with solar-powered musical instruments. Constructed from recycled and repurposed materials, the bamboo and fabric pavilion is more than just a sculpture—it’s a living, evolving artwork that grows and transforms through public participation. Each day, visitors can contribute…
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Legendary UK DJ and producer Fatboy Slim (aka Norman Cook) is set to light up Melbourne’s iconic Revolver Upstairs in Chapel Street Prahran, with a one-night-only, in-the-round DJ show on Wednesday 19 March. Announced by MG Live and Frontier Touring, this intimate event promises to be a night of electrifying beats and unforgettable energy. This special Revolver Upstairs show is part of Fatboy Slim’s larger Australian tour, which includes epic outdoor performances at wineries and majestic locations across the country. Known for his high-energy sets and iconic tracks like Praise You and Right Here, Right Now, Fatboy Slim is ready to deliver the…
Melbourne’s beloved winter festival, RISING, returns in 2025 with its most ambitious program yet, transforming the city into a pulsating playground of art, music, and performance over two electrifying weekends from 4 to 15 June 2025. Featuring 65 events, 327 artists, 15 new commissions, and 9 world premieres, RISING 2025 promises to captivate audiences with its bold, boundary-pushing creativity. “RISING is about breaking conventions – bringing wild, intimate, and unexpected creativity into the heart of Melbourne,” say Co-Artistic Directors Hannah Fox and Gideon Obarzanek. “ This year, audiences are invited to navigate a storm of lasers, swim through tactile soundscapes,…
People heading to the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix this weekend are encouraged to leave the car at home and catch one of the 4,800 extra tram services running to Albert Park. More than 470,000 people are expected to make their way to the Grand Prix this weekend with fans encouraged to jump aboard dedicated Grand Prix express trams from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne Central and Flinders Street (St Kilda Road), running every two minutes. Trams are free for Grand Prix ticket holders between the CBD and Albert Park, making public transport the easiest way to catch the action. Trams…
Australian music icon Pete Murray is set for his busiest year yet, announcing a massive 55-date acoustic tour across the country alongside the release of his powerful new single, I Am Fire. The tour, Murray’s most extensive to date, will see him perform in capital cities and regional areas, bringing his signature storytelling and intimate performances to fans nationwide. “I’ve never done a solo tour in this country before, so it’s been on the cards for a while,” Murray said. “I’ve done it overseas and people love it – so it’s about time I did it in my own country. There…
This autumn, Melbourne’s Malthouse Theatre will host an electrifying adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s chilling thriller, The Birds. Directed by Matthew Lutton and adapted by playwright Louise Fox, the one-woman show stars the incomparable Paula Arundell in a performance that promises to leave audiences on the edge of their seats. Running from Friday 16 May to Saturday 7 June, this production is set to be a haunting, immersive experience like no other. Lutton, who recently concluded his decade-long tenure as Malthouse Theatre’s Artistic Director, returns to helm this gripping tale. “The Birds is a thriller about a family living through an extraordinary…
Multi-platinum, multi-Brit, and Grammt-nominated British singer-songwriter David Gray is set to captivate Australian audiences once again, announcing his Past & Present World Tour this November. Following the release of his critically acclaimed 13th studio album, Dear Life, Gray will deliver a magical two-hour show filled with beloved classics and new material. Fans can expect an unforgettable experience as Gray brings Dear Life to the stage for the first time, alongside timeless hits like ‘Babylon’, ‘Sail Away’, and ‘Please Forgive Me’. Known for his pioneering blend of acoustics and electronica, Gray’s music has profoundly influenced artists like Adele, Ed Sheeran, and Hozier. His latest album, independently…
Shine up your cowboy boots and grab your rhinestones, Here You Come Again, the dazzling musical comedy packed with Dolly Parton’s greatest hits, is heading to Australia. In Melbourne, performances will begin at the Comedy Theatre from 12 July 2025. Officially produced with the approval of Dolly Parton herself, this heart-warming and hilarious show features iconic songs like “Jolene”, “9 to 5”, “Islands in the Stream”, and “I Will Always Love You”. Following sold-out seasons across the US and UK, Here You Come Again is ready to charm Australian audiences with its infectious energy and unforgettable soundtrack. In a celebration…
UK indie icons Bloc Party are marking two decades of groundbreaking music with a special Australian tour this August. Presented by Destroy All Lines and Double J, the tour celebrates the 20th anniversary of their seminal debut album, Silent Alarm, with the band performing the record in full alongside a selection of their greatest hits. In Melbourne you can catch them at John Cain Arena on Sunday 3 August 2025. Fans can expect electrifying renditions of classics like ‘Banquet’, ‘Helicopter’, ‘This Modern Love’, and ‘Flux’, as well as tracks from their six-album discography. Joining them as special guests are American indie…
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure this April as Tuff Nutterz, Australia’s largest inflatable obstacle course, makes its debut in Victoria with events in Geelong and Melbourne. Spanning a massive 300 metres, this inflatable playground promises endless fun for both children and adults. One of the highlights is a six metre tall inflatable slide to take the fun to the next level. It will be at the Geelong Showgrounds from 5-13 April followed by a stay at the Caribbean Gardens in Scoresby from 16-21 April promising loads of fun over the school holidays. Tuff Nutterz features a series of challenging yet enjoyable…
Explore a vibrant tapestry of cultures as the Victorian Multicultural Festival takes centre stage at Grazeland in Spotswood from March 21 to 23, 2025. This event promises a rich celebration of the state’s diverse communities, offering attendees a sensory journey through global cuisines, music and art. Grazeland, renowned for its eclectic food offerings, will host more than 50 vendors during the festival, each presenting authentic dishes from various corners of the world. Festival-goers can indulge in smoky African BBQ from Zuya, savory Sri Lankan curries by Colombo, and traditional Lebanese delights from Mr Toum. For those with a sweet tooth, the Toyoki Soufflé Pancakes are a must-try, having garnered…
Melbourne’s arts scene is set to reach new heights as construction begins on The Fox: NGV Contemporary, the largest gallery dedicated to contemporary art and design in Australia. Minister for Creative Industries Colin Brooks announced that Lendlease has been awarded the contract to bring this visionary project to life in the heart of Melbourne’s Southbank arts precinct. Part of the Victorian Government’s $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation, The Fox: NGV Contemporary will span 30,000 square metres, featuring more than 13,000 square metres of public exhibition space, hospitality and event areas, and an expansive rooftop terrace. The project also includes…