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As spring unfurls and daylight lingers longer, Melbourne freshens up with seasonal promise, so put some spring in your step with a weekend city break.

Overnight in a boutique bolthole or find yourself a chic neighbourhood pad. Grab tickets to an art exhibition or a Fringe Festival event. Spruce up for the Spring Racing Carnival and head out to live music gigs at band rooms, pubs, and after-dark venues with Cinderella sensibilities.

As the city sheds its layers, shop spring fashions and explore the latest, while arts, design and music spill out into Melbourne's blossoming laneways, parks and gardens. 

What's on

Melbourne Cup Carnival racegoers

Melbourne Cup Carnival

Horse racing
04 Nov 2023
Be part of Australia’s most loved and iconic world-class event, the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Experience this incredible event that combines sport, entertainment,...

Enjoy the sunshine

Soak up the spring sun, sip on a zingy cocktail and celebrate the start to al fresco season in these bright bars and eateries.
A crowd of people at Riverland Bar at night

Riverland Bar

Bars
Walk down from Princes Bridge and join the merry throng along the banks of the Yarra River. Grab a beer, hit the BBQ and watch the boats go by.
Ponyfish Island, Melbourne, Australia. Picture: Robert Blackburn

Ponyfish Island

Bars
Clinging to a pylon beneath the pedestrian bridge over the Yarra to Southbank, you'll find a pop-up oasis of beer, coffee and tasty toasties.
Whiteheart, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Whitehart Container Bar

Bars
Get your Melbourne on with craft beer and cocktails at this two-storey container bar nestled at the end of a CBD laneway.
Arbory Bar, Melbourne. Picture by Josie Withers

Arbory

Bars
This train platform turned outdoor bar and eatery offers the perfect excuse to miss your next train, from espresso hour till espresso-martini hour.
Bar Lourinhã

Bar Lourinhã

Restaurants
Med-inspired tapas and very good vino rule here at Matt McConnell's uptown joint, awarded in the Good Food Guide 2020. Now with pop up alfresco dining.
Black Cat, Fitzroy, Melbourne. Picture: Paul Philipson

Black Cat

Bars
A lounge-room-style cafe by day, this cosy bar gets crowded with DJs and drinkers at night. Its beer garden is seriously coveted real estate.
Grossi Florentino

Grossi Florentino

Restaurants
Some things never get old, only sharper and more refined. Guy Grossi's flagship restaurant is a measure of perfect contrasts.
Private bohemian pop up picnic on the lawn

The Refectory Parlour

Restaurants
This garden-style cafe and wine bar is located in the west wing of Werribee Park Mansion, just 30 minutes from Melbourne.Here you can dine under the Mansion...
Naked For Satan Rooftop, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia

Naked For Satan Rooftop

Bars
Hit the rooftop of Fitzroy's Naked For Satan for authentic Basque country comfort food, complete with views of the distant Dandenong Ranges.

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Shop local at a spring market

Make it your business to explore local art, design and produce as Melbourne markets step out into spring.
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Bourne Local Market

Makers markets
29 Oct 2023
Bourne Local Market is an event for all the family to enjoy with music, friendly stalls, and great gourmet foods in the picnic area.Experience the village...
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CRFT*WRK

Makers markets
24 Jun 2023
The historic meets the cutting edge at CRFT* WRK, a celebration of contemporary locally-made craft under the iconic open-air sheds at the Queen Victoria...
Macleod Market

Macleod Market

Makers markets
17 Jun 2023
This market has lots of produce, craft and much more. Browse the many good on offer and support local traders and small businesses.Located on the Macleod...
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Soul Night Market Brighton

Makers markets
01 Dec 2023
Soul Night Market is a festive foodie and makers market held in the Melbourne suburbs so people can experience a taste of the vibe and culture of city...
St Kilda Esplanade Market

St Kilda Esplanade Market

Makers markets
11 Jun 2023
The St Kilda Esplanade Market is a makers market and has been a St Kilda Sunday delight since the 1970s. Set against the iconic backdrop of the St Kilda...
Market goers purchasing farm fresh produce from Farmers and Producers.

Dingley Village Farmers' Market

Produce markets
17 Jun 2023
Visit the Dingley Village Farmers' Market on the third Saturday of the month.Set in the car park and surrounds at the front of Marcus Road Reserve, and...
The Rose St. Artists' Market

The Rose St. Artists' Market

Makers markets
10 Jun 2023
Perfect for post-brunch perusing, the Rose St. Artists' Market is where those in-the-know find Melbourne's art and design talent each weekend.
market goers enjoying the range of market stalls

Gasworks Farmers' Market

Produce markets
17 Jun 2023
Deep coloured, ripe and delicious fruit and vegetables, aromatic hand-made cakes and jams, freshly laid free range eggs and just cut flowers are only a...
A beautiful sunny day at the Berwick Boutique Craft & Food Market

Berwick Boutique Craft & Food Market

Markets & vintage
24 Jun 2023
Located at the historic Old Cheese Factory, this lovely venue offers beautiful manicured gardens, a large children’s playground and barbecue/picnic facilities...

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Live music

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Melbourne celebrates its passion for live music with year-round gigs at venues big, small and unconventional, in the CBD and inner-neighbourhoods.
Live Music, Melbourne

Melbourne live music neighbourhoods

Art & culture
Head north, south, east and west to find Melbourne's best live music neighbourhoods.
Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Big gigs

Art & culture
Plan ahead and get yourself tickets to the big gigs and big names bringing it to Melbourne's stadiums, concert halls, band rooms and amphitheatres.
Ravi Coltrane at Bird's Basement, Melbourne jazz

Jazz clubs

Art & culture
Need a night of soothing sounds? From big bands to sultry soloists, Melbourne has a brilliantly diverse jazz scene to tap into.
Groovin The Moo, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Music festivals

Entertainment
Melbourne and Victoria dance all year with music festivals celebrating rock, alternative, techno, folk, jazz and all types of music and performance.
Cherry Bar, Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Cherry Bar

Live music
Now in new digs, this old soul of the Melbourne scene was founded in 2000 by the drummer of the Cosmic Psychos, and is a launching-pad for local rockers.
The Corner Hotel, Richmond, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

The Corner Hotel

Live music
Queue up to see international bands or local stalwarts most nights of the year at this classic Melbourne pub and live music joint.
Hotel Esplanade, St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Hotel Esplanade

Live music
St Kilda's iconic 'Espy' is back after an extended hiatus. And with three stages, 12 bars and two restaurants, there's something for everyone.
Northcote Social Club, Northcote, Victoria, Australia

Northcote Social Club

Live music
Featuring a never-ending line up of hometown heroes, interstate bands and international artists, this is the quintessential Melbourne bandroom.

Places to stay

More accommodation
Looking in to the reception area at Adelphi Hotel from Flinders Lane

Adelphi Hotel

Hotels
Quietly delighting guests with vibrant design, lavish material and an obsessive attention to detail, Adelphi has now become an institution on Melbourne’s...
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Brady Hotels Jones Lane Exterior image

Brady Hotels Jones Lane

Hotels
Brady Hotels Jones Lane is situated in the East End Theatre District of Melbourne's CBD.Brady Hotels Jones Lane features 153 hotel rooms over 20 storeys...
Ovolo Laneways

Ovolo Laneways

Hotels
See the world in colour. Inspired by the hidden laneways and street art that Melbourne is known for, this 43-room boutique hotel is your perfect opportunity...

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