Melbourne Donut Festival
A vibrant two-day culinary festival at the historic Queen Victoria Market celebrating diverse donut creations. The event highlights global pastry innovations, featuring mochi donuts by Demochi Donuts, churro bowls with vanilla bean ice-cream, French crullers, gluten-free options by G-Free Donuts, and exotic flavors from Alonso's Donuts, all set alongside family-friendly entertainment to stimulate local gastronomic tourism.
- تاریخ: June 13 – June 14, 2026
- ساعت: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- محل برگزاری: C-D Sheds, Queen Victoria Market, Corner Elizabeth Street and Victoria Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Lightscape
An internationally acclaimed immersive winter light experience that recontextualizes the Royal Botanic Gardens after dark. The event features a spectacular trail of large-scale, illuminated artworks, glowing installations, and interactive light displays designed by leading global artists, blending natural ecosystems with cutting-edge visual and audio technology.
- تاریخ: June 12 – August 2, 2026
- ساعت: Timed entry in 15-minute increments starting from 5:30 PM
- محل برگزاری: Entrance via Observatory Gate (near Visitor Centre), Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, VIC 3004
CARTIER: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 2026
An exclusive blockbuster exhibition created in partnership with the V&A London, showcasing nearly 400 extraordinary Cartier jewellery objects, historic gemstones, and archival materials. Set within a breathtaking original spatial design by Studio Sabine Marcelis and CLOUD, it explores the Maison's legacy through themes like Jeanne Toussaint's influence and the evolution of the iconic Panther motif.
- تاریخ: June 12 – October 4, 2026
- ساعت: Daily 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday Nights extended 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- محل برگزاری: NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Oz: The Cirque Experience
A reimagined, highly energetic theatrical reinvention of the classic Wizard of Oz tale produced by award-winning Australian creators. Running for 2 hours and 20 minutes, the performance seamlessly merges world-class contemporary circus acts, daring aerial stunts, illusions, and modern choreography, all set to an original soundtrack with live vocal performances.
- تاریخ: June 12 – June 14, 2026
- ساعت: Friday 8:00 PM; Saturday 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM & 3:30 PM
- محل برگزاری: Athenaeum Theatre One, 188 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in Concert
A spectacular live-to-picture orchestral performance celebrating the MSO's 120th anniversary. Conducted by the internationally acclaimed Gerard Salonga, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams' enchanting score live in perfect synchronization with the high-definition projection of the complete film. The 3-hour experience features advanced acoustic delivery in Hamer Hall.
- تاریخ: June 12 – June 13, 2026
- ساعت: Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 1:00 PM
- محل برگزاری: Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3004
The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
A majestic and psychologically taut vision of Shakespeare's immortal tragedy translated into a beloved classical ballet. Featuring John Cranko's emotionally charged choreography, Sergei Prokofiev's dramatic live orchestral score played by Orchestra Victoria, and opulent set and costume designs by Jürgen Rose that vividly capture the essence of medieval Verona.
- تاریخ: June 12 – June 13, 2026
- ساعت: Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM
- محل برگزاری: Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
The Vinyl Factory: Reverb
A major multimedia exhibition exploring vinyl culture and its profound influence on art, fashion, and social movements. Originally produced at 180 Studios in London, it features immersive audiovisual installations by artists like Virgil Abloh and William Kentridge, interactive vinyl loops, and an acoustically optimized 'Listening Room' equipped with a Pitt & Giblin sound system.
- تاریخ: June 12 – June 14, 2026 (Focus dates)
- ساعت: Friday & Saturday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- محل برگزاری: ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
An electrifying stand-up comedy performance by acclaimed comedian Gary Owen. Known for his unapologetic, rule-defying style, sharp observational humor, and fearless storytelling, Owen draws from his personal life, military background, and everyday cultural absurdities to connect with a global audience in this highly anticipated international tour.
- تاریخ: June 13, 2026
- ساعت: 8:00 PM (Doors open earlier)
- محل برگزاری: Palais Theatre, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda, Melbourne, VIC 3182
Vika & Linda 'Where Do You Come From?'
A captivating 3-hour live concert celebrating the enduring legacy of Vika and Linda Bull, two of Australia's most treasured vocal duos. The performance showcases their powerful, culturally infused harmonies, sharing oral histories, stories, and songs from their trailblazing career alongside tracks from their highly anticipated new album, supported by opening act BATTS.
- تاریخ: June 13, 2026
- ساعت: 7:30 PM (Support act at 7:30 PM; Main act at 8:30 PM)
- محل برگزاری: Elisabeth Murdoch Hall, Melbourne Recital Centre, 31 Sturt Street, Southbank, VIC 3006