Mega news for Taylor Swift’s fans! If you are one of the millions of Swifties who missed out on scoring tickets to her February 2024 Melbourne Eras Tour concerts – or even if you did manage to snag one -you’ll soon be able to see the concert on a movie screen near you. Taylor has just announced on Instagram that the The Eras Tour concert film will be released worldwide on 13 October 2023 – including in Australia. “The tour isn’t the only thing we’re taking worldwide,’ she said on Insta. “Been so excited to tell you all that The…
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You’d have to be living under a rock in Melbourne to have missed the lead up to the 2023 Grand Final. The two teams who are going to go head to head in the big match are Collingwood and Brisbane. As always, in the lead up to the Grand Final there are a range of football related activities on in and around Melbourne. AFL Footy Festival The AFL’s free Footy Festival is back again at Yarra Park, adjacent to the MCG, running from September 27th to September 30th. This exciting event, ideal for a school holiday outing has a wide…
I subscribe to all the things so you don’t have to. This is a curated list of what’s been announced over the past week so you can save the date, or swoop on tickets, and also a list of what’s coming up soon if you’re looking to make last-minute plans. What’s new? See Beauty and the Beast on stage in Melbourne for the first time in almost three decades Disney’s brand-new stage musical production of Beauty and the Beast is coming to Her Majesty’s Theatre in Melbourne in June 2024. The last time Melbourne audiences were able to catch a…
Seafood and recreational fishing fans visiting Portarlington for National Gone Fishing Day can make the most of their trips, as celebrations continue at the free Hooked on Bellarine festival on 8 October. Minister for Outdoor Recreation Sonya Kilkenny said the family-friendly fishing event will have something for everyone, ranging from fresh and local seafood to fishing sessions for the kids, boating clinics, local market stalls and more. Keen fishers will be able to talk knots and rigs with Victorian Fishing Authority (VFA) ambassador Lee Rayner and learn tips and tricks to improve their chances on bay species like snapper, King…
Australian rapper Briggs and his Bad Apples Music company have pulled together a massive last-minute concert to support the Yes campaign for the upcoming Indigenous Voice referendum, to be held on Yorta Yorta Woka country in Briggs’ hometown of Shepparton. An artist and First Nations led initiative, Now & Forever is a celebration and invitation to stand in solidarity with community, to amplify choosing yes for the 2023 Referendum. Now & Forever will be held at the Shepparton Showgrounds on 6 October with a lineup including Briggs’ A.B. Original, Jimmy Barnes, Paul Kelly, Baker Boy, Barkaa, Emma Donovan, Hilltop Hoods,…
There’s a certain AFL-related long weekend coming up next weekend. The Grand Final long weekend gives Victorians three days off to do what they often love best: celebrate footy culture. But there’s plenty of people who don’t care for the footy (something that often baffles footy fans when you tell them), If you think you’ll be at a loose end over the Grand Final long weekend, don’t despair. There are so many other things to do in and around Melbourne if you want to get out of the house! This is our round up of some of the best things…
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will harness the power of The Force as it presents The Empire Strikes Back in Concert, an unforgettable event featuring the timeless 1980 film projected onto the big screen, accompanied by John Williams’ legendary score performed live. Following the obliteration of the Death Star, the Empire resurges under the leadership of Darth Vader, who relentlessly pursues Luke Skywalker. Immerse yourself in the most unforgettable scenes from this iconic film, including the freezing of Han Solo in carbonite, Luke Skywalker’s revelation about his true parentage, and his rigorous Jedi training under the vigilant guidance of Master Yoda.…
Melbourne Fashion Week 2023 will transform the city with showstopping runways, unforgettable experiences and head-turning styles across a range of spectacular venues – from iconic theatres to a sky-high tower and an immersive art space. This year’s event will feature more than 600 celebrated and emerging designers and retailers across around 100 events and sessions from 23 to 29 October. Australian actor and singer, and star of Netflix series Heartbreak High, Ayesha Madon will bring her iconic style to the front row as Melbourne Fashion Week’s 2023 Ambassador, while ARIA Award winning indie pop band, CUB Sport, will hit the stage and…
Uncover a concealed street arcade tucked away in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, and embark on a journey through five interactive art installations thoughtfully integrated into local shops and cafes, commencing at The Capitol. Crafted by talented Melbourne artists, designers, and musicians, each arcade machine in the Play Capitol Arcade experience has been ingeniously transformed into a captivating playable masterpiece. Engage in a thrilling tram-chasing experience, delve into the world of Indigenous languages, compose melodies using emojis, engage in epic battles with Jukebot, or venture into the enchanting Yomeci Hole. This artistic endeavor showcases the brilliant work of Jarra Karalinar…
More than 500 Egyptian treasures will come to Melbourne exclusively from the British Museum for the International exclusive exhibition Pharaoh which has been announced for the National Gallery of Victoria’s 2024 Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series. Minister for Creative Industries and Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos announced the new exhibition to mark the 20th anniversary of the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series, which has attracted more than seven million visitors since it began in 2004. Pharaoh will take visitors on a journey through 3000 years of ancient Egyptian art, design and culture, from colossal sculptures, epic tomb and temple…
The armour of notorious bushranger Edward “Ned” Kelly has been on display at the South Rotunda of the State Library of Victoria for more than two years and is about to be moved to a more prominent location within the library. The armour is one of the most valued and popular collection items. It’s being relocated to the Redmond Barry Reading Room – a move the Library says will take around a month as moving much a large and significant item takes time. Ned Kelly is a divisive figure in Australian history. The convicted murderer is seen as a folk…
This spring, the Europa Night Market is back at the Queen Victoria Market, delighting visitors with a delectable array of European street delicacies and Euro-inspired Spritz Cocktails. Every Wednesday evening, from 27 September to 25 October, explore a captivating collection of traditional goods, artistic creations, and charming curiosities between 5 and 10pm. All while revelling in a weekly lineup of lively entertainment beneath Melbourne’s iconic sheds. The weekly themes are: More information is available here.