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Melbourne Food & Wine Festival

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival brings a 10-day feast with the best of the best from Australia and the world direct to your lips.

This year’s Global Dining Series is a roll-call of the world’s hottest kitchen sparks. There are also 150-plus top-flight food parties confirming the city’s reputation for drinking and dining excellence across the Special Events program. And then there’s the walk-up deliciousness to be discovered at Fed Square, the festival hub for the second year, and last but not least, everyone’s favourite program of progressive dinners and moveable feasts, Westside Wanders.

15th Mar – 24th Mar 2024 www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au

Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix

The Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix is more than a race - it’s a lifestyle.

Get ready to Live Fast at Melbourne's most exciting world-class sporting spectacular.

Be part of the excitement and experience the heart-pumping adrenaline that can only be found at Formula 1®. Explore the world-famous Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit and take in electrifying live performances and entertainment.

21st – 24th March – Albert Park F1 Circuit

Cirque du Soleil is celebrating its 25th anniversary

Cirque du Soleil is celebrating its 25th anniversary in Australia with its critically acclaimed and jaw-dropping production Luzia.

Incorporating grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, Luzia will take audiences on a vibrant journey through worlds filled with wonders, playfulness and striking artistry – cleverly bringing to the stage multiple places, faces and sounds of Mexico taken from both tradition and modernity.

 

Sunday 24th March - 3rd April 2024 @ Flemington Racecourse

 

 

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

The lights of Melbourne shine a little bit brighter when the Melbourne International Comedy Festival takes over town. For three and a half weeks in March and April all are invited to load up on laughs, with comedians hitting stages in venues right across the city.

The Festival has something for every comedy lover with free family entertainment, world-class special events, trail-blazing solo shows and late-night fun. Come celebrate the fun, the fearless, the rebellious and the ridiculous at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

27th Mar – 21st April 2024  www.comedyfestival.com.au/2024

Jazz and Shiraz - Wine Tasting Night

La Camera's Jazz and Shiraz Wine Tasting Night is fun, educational and entertaining, with fabulous Italian fare and featuring the talented Clinton Fry on the saxophone. It's a great way to meet new people as the restaurant turns into a mini cellar door where guests can mingle and find out more about popular summer wines.

The session kicks off the year with a Giro D'Italia theme with predominantly Italian wines.

Location:  3 Southgate Ave, Southbank 3006. www.lacamerasouthgate.com 

Wed 24th April 6:30pm – 8:30pm

South Asian Festival

The South Asian Festival returns in collaboration with the City of Melbourne. This day-long free event celebrates the New Year of South Asian countries in a colourful display of their rich and vibrant culture.

There's an exciting line-up of stage performances, including singers, traditional dance, bands and a DJ. Popular food vans and restaurants will feature an extensive assortment of dishes bursting with South Asian flavours.

Community stalls showcase traditional clothing, jewellery, handicrafts, toys and more. Other highlights include a festive ceremonial parade and a laser light show.

There's something for everyone to enjoy at this multicultural event, so come along with your family and friends for a memorable experience.

Location:  New Quay Promenade Docklands.  Sun 28th April - 11am – 9pm

Winter Night Markets

The Winter Night Market is back at Queen Vic Market every Wednesday evening from 7 June to 30 August.

Rug up in your winter woollies and head to the Market for Melbourne’s best street food trucks and stalls, local brewers and distillers, shopping and lively entertainment.

Warm up next to the roaring open fires, enjoy colourful and unique roving entertainment and boogie along to the famous silent disco.

With FREE entry, this is one event you do not want to miss!