Events

Australian Open

12th Jan 2026 - 1st Feb 2026

Melbourne Park

The Australian Open is a two-week tournament of tennis where the best players in the world gather to play in Melbourne.

Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix

5th Mar 2026 - 8th Mar 2026

Albert Park Circuit

Get ready for speed, sound, and spectacle at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, a four-day annual event filled with live practice, qualifier and racing events.

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

20th Mar 2026 - 29th Mar 2026

City of Melbourne and regional Victoria

An annual celebration of Victoria's vibrant food and wine culture, with hundreds of exciting events showcasing top chefs, unique dining experiences, and world-class wines.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival

25th Mar 2026 - 19th Apr 2026

Melbourne, Australia

An annual three-week event featuring hundreds of local and international comedians performing stand-up, sketch, improv, and cabaret across numerous venues.

Melbourne International Film Festival

6th Aug 2026 - 23rd Aug 2026

Melbourne, Australia

An annual film festival that celebrates the history and contemporary creativity of the world's oldest living culture.

Melbourne Cup Carnival

31st Oct 2026 - 7th Nov 2026

Flemington Racecourse

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is one of the most anticipated horse racing carnivals in the world.

Boxing Day Test

26th Dec 2026 - 30th Dec 2026

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

The Boxing Day Test is an iconic sporting fixture on the world cricket calendar, bringing together Australia’s best batters, bowlers and all-rounders to compete against talented touring international teams.