In celebration of people, place, culture, and music, the Brunswick Music Festival is back in 2024 for its 36th edition. From March 3 to March 11, the festival will dominate Brunswick, with Estonian House once again serving as the hub for premium performances. The 2024 BMF program boasts an impressive lineup of talent, featuring more than 60 gigs spread across over 30 venues during the 9-day extravaganza. Brunswick’s top live music spots, bars, and hidden creative corners, including Jazzlab, Stay Gold, Howler, Brunswick Ballroom, and The Retreat, will be alive with music in its various forms. Estonian House on Melville…
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The only ricotta festival in Australia is back at That’s Amore Cheese in Thomastown on 17 March, promising a bigger and better experience. Featuring massive vats of hot ricotta, Italian food and drink pop-ups, a local producer marketplace, family-friendly entertainment, and cooking demonstrations by popular demand, this unique event has it all. Upon arrival, enjoy hot ricotta with a Sicilian-style sausage or share a wood-fired pizza. Treat yourself to a gluten-free donut and finish with ricotta cannoli or gelato. Beverage options include spritz, cocktails, wines, beers, and Italian soft drinks. Browse the marketplace for salumi, local honey, vinocotto, pasta, Italian…
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? Alice Cooper, Blondie, Deep Purple and more headed to Melbourne Australia’s newest rock festival, Pandemonium, is headed to Melbourne on 20 April, with a lineup of major rock acts. Iconic international acts will include Blondie, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Placebo, Wheatus, the Dead Kennedys, The Psychedelic Furs and Palaye…
From toe-tapping tunes to mesmerizing performances, Melbourne’s musical theatre scene is gearing up to deliver a spectacular lineup that will leave you singing and dancing in your seat in 2024. Whether you’re a Broadway buff or a first-timer, there’s something for everyone. So, clear your calendar, gather your friends, and let the magic of live musicals transport you to a world of entertainment right here in Melbourne! Here’s a round-up of what’s in store. 1. Grease – at Her Majesty’s Theatre until 11 February 2024. One of the world’s most beloved musicals takes centre stage at Her Majesty’s Theatre for…
Head to Queensbridge Square in Melbourne this Saturday 20 January to get your hands on some free sweet treats being given away by Westinghouse and Gelato Messina. They’ve teamed up for a one-day pop-up delivering free ice cream, flavoured milk and fridge giveaways. They’ll be serving up Choc Jersey Milk and Coconut Passionfruit (GF) mini ice cream pops, along with Choc Malt, Dulce de Leche, and Strawberry flavoured milks. There’s also a chance to win a brand new refrigerator. The pop-up will be available from 10am until 4.30pm, or while stocks last.
Australia’s newest rock festival, Pandemonium, is headed to Melbourne on 20 April, with a lineup of major rock acts. Iconic international acts will include Blondie, Alice Cooper, Deep Purple, Placebo, Wheatus, the Dead Kennedys, The Psychedelic Furs and Palaye Royale. Aussie rock acts Wolfmother, Cosmic Psychos and Gyroscope will also perform, as will Thai solo act Petch. The Pandemonium festival will play across two massive stages at Caribbean Gardens in Scoresby. Presale goes live on Monday 22 January, with public on-sale from Tuesday 30 January.
Explore the State Apartments, historic grounds, and a diverse program of free performances and activities at Victoria’s Government House on its annual Open Day on 26 January 2024. Throughout the day, immerse yourself in an array of Victorian talent and acts providing family-friendly entertainment on the beautiful Western Lawn. Engage in a variety of activities and displays, including live music and dance, free children’s activities, self-guided tours of the State Apartments and grounds, roving entertainers, food and drink vendors, and sports and community activities. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy in the historic gardens, or savour the wide…
Step into the past at William Angliss Institute’s Tram Café – a unique culinary experience housed in a beautifully restored W5 class tram originally built between 1935 and 1939. The tram, once a familiar sight on La Trobe Street, has now found a home on campus, offering a blend of nostalgia and modernity. Open to both students and the public, the Tram Café serves up a delightful menu of coffee, drinks, and student-made patisserie and bakery treats. With a rich history tied to the William Angliss Food Trades School, the tram doubles as a function space and is available for…
Get ready for Triennial EXTRA – a fantastic, free after-hours festival at the National Gallery of Victoria from January 19 to 28, 2024! Running over 10 nights, this immersive experience offers a mix of gallery activations, performances, artist talks, and DJ sets. Artists, performers, DJs, and creatives bring fresh and thought-provoking experiences each night, responding to the NGV’s blockbuster exhibition, Triennial. With live music, spoken word poetry, and dance celebrating the talents of the African diaspora, curated by Candy Bowers, and captivating installations like the Melbourne Tennis Ball Exchange by David Shrigley, the festival promises a vibrant atmosphere. Richard Lewer’s…
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? Jessica Mauboy will lead the lineup at Treaty Day Out Treaty Day Out is headed to Ballarat in March, with an incredible lineup of First Nations Artists. Jessica Mauboy will lead the line up. Tickets are available now, with free tickets for First Nations People. Eddie Perfect stars in…
Embark on a unique horticultural adventure with Creative Harvest, an annual open garden weekend in West Gippsland that goes beyond the ordinary. This event revolves around the beauty of veggie gardens and the art of growing your own food. Immerse yourself in inspiration and hands-on activities to cultivate your green thumb on the weekend of 27-29 January. Explore a dozen thriving food gardens set in family farms and suburban backyards. Support local artists, savor delectable treats, and delve into the world of sustainable, homegrown goodness. There are a range of kids activities like planting seedlings, creating seed bombs, and kitchen…
Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience as the annual Dome Under Festival returns to the Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks for its fourth year! This unique festival, the only fulldome film festival in Australia, promises a weekend packed with captivating fulldome films. Carefully curated from a global selection, the Dome Under Festival program will unfold across the 16-meter domed ceiling of the Melbourne Planetarium. This provides attendees with an unparalleled hemispherical view, creating an immersive and VR-like journey into the world of cinema. With a cutting-edge 5.1 surround sound system, the festival guarantees an audiovisual extravaganza that will transport you to…