Melbourne · This weekend

Things to Do in Melbourne This Weekend

The markets, exhibitions, shows and day trips worth your Saturday and Sunday around Melbourne — hand-picked, no endless scrolling.

Updated 16 June 2026 · events curated by Morning Post

Until 31 DecFree

ACMI: Free Permanent Exhibition

🎨 Arts · ACMI, Federation Square

The Story of the Moving Image immerses you in film, TV and gaming history through interactive displays.

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Until 31 Jul

BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness

🎨 Arts · Docklands

Discover real anatomical specimens revealing how our bodies respond to happiness, wellbeing and positive emotions.

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Until 4 Oct

Cartier: Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 2026

🎨 Arts · NGV International, St Kilda Rd

Over 300 exquisite treasures including tiaras, jewels and timepieces, many never before seen in Australia.

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Every SundayFree

Esplanade Market, St Kilda

🎨 Arts · Upper Esplanade, St Kilda

Melbourne's beloved seaside market showcases local artisans, handmade jewellery and art every Sunday since 1970.

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Until 30 AugFree

HERstory — Remembering Australia's Military Women

🎨 Arts · Shrine of Remembrance

Powerful free exhibition honouring Australian women's military service through photographs, uniforms and personal stories.

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Until 27 Jan 2027Free

Rebel Heart: Love Letters and Other Declarations

🎨 Arts · State Library Victoria

Intimate letters and declarations spanning centuries reveal the timeless language of love and devotion — free entry.

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Until 25 Oct

ROME: Empire, Power, People

🎨 Arts · Melbourne Museum, Carlton Gardens

Newly opened Melbourne-exclusive featuring 150 Roman artefacts exploring history's greatest empire; kids under 16 free.

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Until 31 Dec 2027Free

The Swinging Sixties

🎨 Arts · Old Treasury Building, Spring St

Free exhibition exploring Victoria's transformative 1960s through fashion, music, cultural revolution and social change.

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Until 30 Jun

Botanical Art Classes

🤝 Community & Learning · Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Learn watercolour, graphite and pen techniques with practising botanical artists in the gardens — all skill levels welcome.

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Every Sunday 7am–12:30pm

Camberwell Sunday Market

🤝 Community & Learning · Station St car park, Camberwell

Celebrating 50 years of vintage treasures, antiques and collectibles — run by Rotary, gold coin entry.

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Tue, Fri, Sat 7am–4pm; Sun 9am–4pm

Dandenong Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · 40 Cleeland St, Dandenong

One of Melbourne's most diverse markets, reflecting fifty cultures through produce, spices and street food.

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Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 7am–5pm; Sun 10am–3pmFree

Prahran Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · 163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra

Australia's oldest continuously operating market since 1864 with premium produce and cooking classes.

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Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Queen Victoria Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · Queen Victoria Market, Queen St

Melbourne's iconic 146-year-old market with fresh produce, deli hall and the famous American doughnut van.

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Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 8am–4pm

South Melbourne Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · South Melbourne Market, Cecil St

Melbourne's beloved 158-year-old market with fresh produce, artisan food, dim sims and weekend atmosphere.

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Every Saturday 5pmFree

Motley Jazz — Free Saturday Sessions

🎵 Music · The Motley Bauhaus, Carlton

Free live jazz in an intimate Carlton venue, featuring Melbourne's finest local jazz musicians every Saturday.

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Until 31 Aug

WARNE: Treasures of a Legend

⚽ Sport & Active · Australian Sports Museum, MCG

Explore Shane Warne's trophies, memorabilia and iconic moments that made him the King of Spin.

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Until 30 Jun

Book of Mormon

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Princess Theatre, Spring St

Nine-time Tony winner from the South Park creators brings outrageous comedy to Melbourne's extended season.

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Until 31 Dec

Collingwood Children's Farm

🌲 Weekends Out · 18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford

Working farm 4km from the CBD — meet animals, explore heritage gardens, guided tours Fridays at 1:30pm.

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Until 26 Jan 2027

Colour — Hands-On Science Exhibition

🌲 Weekends Out · Scienceworks, Spotswood

Mind-bending colour exhibition plus Lightning Room and Planetarium — wonderful day out with the grandkids.

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Until 12 Jul

Dinos at the Zoo

🌲 Weekends Out · Melbourne Zoo, Royal Park

Sixteen lifelike animatronic dinosaurs along immersive trails with fossil sandpits; kids under 16 free weekends.

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Every Sunday

Forest Therapy at Royal Botanic Gardens

🌲 Weekends Out · Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Japanese forest bathing guided practice focused on stress reduction and wellbeing through mindful nature connection.

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Every day except MondaysFree

Free Guided Garden Walks

🌲 Weekends Out · Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Expert-guided tours sharing plant and design stories through the gardens, no booking required.

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Every Saturday 8amFree

parkrun Melbourne

🌲 Weekends Out · 46 locations including Albert Park Lake, Princes Park, Maribyrnong

Free weekly 5km timed walk or run every Saturday morning, all fitness levels welcome.

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20 Jun

Winter Food Trucks @ Glen Huntly Village

🛒 Markets & Dining · Glenhuntly railway station

Warm up with gourmet food trucks gathered at Glen Huntly station this Friday evening.

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20 Jun

Queen Forever - PALAIS THEATRE (VIC) - Greatest Hits Tour

🎵 Music · Palais Theatre

Celebrate the music of Queen with this tribute show at the historic Palais Theatre.

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20 Jun

Carl Barron - Just Wondering Why - Melbourne

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Palais Theatre

Australia's beloved observational comedian returns with his trademark laid-back style and wickedly funny insights.

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Sat 20 Jun, 19:30

Patrick Roberts

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Athenaeum Theatre Two, Melbourne

ARIA Award-winning violinist blends classical mastery with crossover appeal in an intimate evening of world-class musicianship.

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Sat 20 Jun, 19:00

Whoop Dee Doo: A Debut Revue

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Spiegel Haus Melbourne

A sparkling debut revue bringing fresh talent and classic variety entertainment to the Spiegeltent stage.

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13 June - 30 August 2026

Birds in the Australian Garden

🌲 Weekends Out

Seasonal exhibition celebrating birdlife in Cranbourne's native Australian Garden with guided walks and displays.

12 June - 02 August 2026

Lightscape

🌲 Weekends Out

Evening illuminated trail through Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne with music, artworks and thousands of glowing lights.

13 June - 15 August 2026

Robin Boyd's Neighbourhood

🌲 Weekends Out

Guided heritage walks exploring the iconic modernist architect's South Yarra streets and surrounding design legacy.

21 JunFree

Hyperworlds: Unreal Cartography

🎨 Arts

Explore digital landscapes and virtual worlds through contemporary art examining our relationship with technology and geography.

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21 Jun

The Decibelles and Low Rez Choir Present: Pop & Pride

🤝 Community & Learning · Port Melbourne Town Hall

Two vibrant community choirs celebrate pride with uplifting pop classics in a joyful Saturday evening concert.

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21 Jun

Watercolour Basics & Beyond: 5 Weeks Together | WEEK 02

🤝 Community & Learning · Melbourne Central "The Between" Skybridge https://maps.app.goo.gl/JAhHg44rDVJyszzD6

Second session of a guided watercolour series for painters building skills in a supportive group setting.

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21 Jun

Kundalini Activation Ceremony | Shadow Self | Sunday June 21

⚽ Sport & Active · Kula Yoga Hampton, Willis Lane, Hampton VIC, Australia

Guided energy activation ceremony blending breath work and meditation in a supportive Hampton yoga studio setting.

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