Melbourne Bars and Restaurants That Are Perfect Date Material

Must have: a solid drinks list, good buzz and low, senshoowal lighting.
Lauren Vadnjal
February 14, 2016
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    Sydney Writers' Festival

    Monday, May 20 - Sunday, May 26, 2024

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Nearly 300 speakers are on the 2024 program, which features 223 free and ticketed events — and is streaming some sessions nationwide.

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    Gerald's Bar

    386 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North

    North Carlton's unchallenged eternal gem.

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    Madame Brussels - CLOSED

    Level 3, 59-63 Bourke Street, Melbourne

    With AstroTurf, tennis whites and jugs of Pimms, Madame B has classic summer style.

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    Hell of the North - CLOSED

    135 Greeves Street, Fitzroy

    You could easily pass by the bluestone home on Greeve's Street, off uber-chic Smith, were it not for the canary yellow door.

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    1806

    169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne

    1806 is Melbourne's old world gem where cocktail is king.

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    Ponyfish Island

    Southgate Pedestrian Bridge, Melbourne

    The long-standing bar now has a Miami-inspired fit-out, summery cocktails and, for the first time ever, tap beers.

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    Bar Lourinha

    37 Little Collins Street, Melbroune

    Packed to the brim, this little gem offers a trip to Spain sans the passport.

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    Los Hermanos

    339 Victoria Street, Brunswick

    Los Hermanos has found a niche somewhere between the taco trucks of the north and the classier acts of the inner city and south-side.

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    St Kilda Festival

    Saturday, February 17 - Sunday, February 18, 2024

    St Kilda Foreshore, St Kilda

    The annual bayside festival is celebrating its 43rd year with help from Mallrat, Mo'Ju, Bag Raiders and Budjerah.

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    Cumulus Up

    45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    Andrew McConnell's Flinders Lane upstairs bar.

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    Hihou - CLOSED

    First Floor, 1 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    A Japanese-inspired bar behind a secret doorway.

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    The Understudy

    169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne

    Cocktails the way Alice in Wonderland intended.

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    Chin Chin

    125 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

    'The Chris Lucas effect' has people lining up out the doors almost every day.

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    The Everleigh

    Upstairs, 150-156 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

    Experience the hedonistic pleasures of the 1920s in Fitzroy's hidden cocktail den.

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    Neighbourhood Wine

    1 Reid Street, Fitzroy North

    With a history steeped in Melbourne Mafia, this wine bar brings a cosy, speakeasy-style space to Fitzroy North.

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    Vegie Bar

    380 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

    This Brunswick Street institution shows no sign of slowing down.

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    Naked in the Sky

    285 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

    The best position on Brunswick Street is in the sky.

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    Loop Roof

    Level 3, 23 Meyers Place, Melbourne

    A gem in Melbourne's rooftop crown.

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    Siglo

    161 Spring St, Melbourne

    A glorious rooftop setting for some discerning bottles of wine.

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    The Tippler & Co.

    58 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne

    Good for more than just an afternoon tipple.

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    Romeo Lane - CLOSED

    1a Crossley Street, Melbourne

    It's cocktails all round at newly-spawn Romeo Lane.

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    The Hall at Welcome to Brunswick

    400 Sydney Road, Brunswick

    A Brunswick beer bar with pan-Asian eats and a historic atmosphere.

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    Free Comic Book Day 2015

    Saturday, May 2, 2015

    Various Melbourne venues, Melbourne

    A day to remember the joy of reading books with pictures.

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    Good Beer Week 2015

    Friday, May 16 - Saturday, May 24, 2014

    Various locations across Melbourne, Melbourne

    Your opportunity to down a pot of Rocky Road beer, get locked inside an arcade and find beer-loving prison ghosts.

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    The Alderman

    134 Lygon St, East Brunswick

    A cosy local favourite in the truest sense.

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    London Grammar

    Saturday, March 14, 2015

    Festival Hall Melbourne, West Melbourne

    The British trio make a highly anticipated return after last year's tour cancellation.

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    The Raccoon Club

    145 Plenty Rd, Preston

    With a strict 'no dickheads' policy (that they take very seriously), it really is about drinking better, not more.

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    White Oaks Saloon

    115-117 Greville Street, Prahran

    A southern-western bar serving up some of the most unique cocktails south of the river.

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    Whisky and Alement

    270 Russell Street, Melbourne

    500 types of whisky in one bar? You bet.

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    Bad Frankie

    141 Greeves Street, Fitzroy

    Australian cocktails, lamington jaffles and some of the best service you'll find off Smith Street.

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    Polepole Bar & Kitchen

    Level 1, 267 Lt Collins Street, Melbourne

    Step out of Lt Collins Street and into Africa with killer cocktails and bar snacks.

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    Batman Market

    Saturday, October 25 - Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Batman Market, Coburg

    Batman has just solved all your hungover weekend woes.

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    Trumpy

    646 High St, Thornbury

    A decidedly sophisticated take on a neighbourhood bar.

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    Melbourne Zoo Twilights 2015

    Friday, January 30 - Saturday, March 7, 2015

    Melbourne Zoo, Parkville

    Conor Oberst, Stephen Malkmus, and the Village People are frolicking at the zoo this summer.

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    Ben and Jerry’s Openair Cinema 2014

    Sunday, November 30 - Sunday, December 21, 2014

    Don't settle for that simple choc-top at your usual movie theatre; step your summer game up a notch by heading to St Kilda Beach for a proper 'Sundae Session'. With great bands, new movies, and free ice cream, what's not to like?

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    Coburg Night Market 2014

    Friday, November 28 - Friday, December 19, 2014

    Bridges Reserve, Coburg

    Not sure what to do with your Friday nights before Christmas? Relax. Coburg's got this.

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    Black Pearl

    304 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

    A Fitzroy cocktail bar with attitude and atmosphere.

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    The Catfish

    30-32 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

    A Gertrude Street dive with a point of difference: their Bloody Marys.

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    Borsch, Vodka and Tears

    73 Chapel Street, Windsor

    There's no doubt that Borsch is a stalwart, and a damn fine one at that.

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    LongPlay

    318 St Georges Road, Fitzroy North

    Eclectic, laid back and charming, this Fitzroy North bar was made for dates.

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    Neapoli Wine Bar - CLOSED

    30 Russell Place, Melbourne

    A little-known wine bar with a lot of potential.

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    Gin Palace

    10 Russell Place, Melbourne

    Luxe, dim and full of your favourite spirit: gin.

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    Southgate Cinema 2014

    Tuesday, December 2, 2014 - Tuesday, February 24, 2015

    Southgate Cinema, Southbank

    The only place you can watch free movies under the stars without the fear of getting rained out.

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    Moonlight Cinema 2014-15

    Thursday, December 4 - Monday, December 29, 2014

    Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, South Yarra

    Get your picnic at the ready; the Botanic Gardens are coming to life again.

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    Rooftop Cinema 2014-15

    Saturday, December 6, 2014 - Saturday, January 31, 2015

    Rooftop Cinema, Melbourne

    Curtin House is lighting up once more with big releases, cult flicks and childhood nostalgia atop the city's skyline.

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    Shadow Electric Cinema 2015

    Friday, January 2 - Thursday, April 2, 2015

    Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford

    The convent's cinema is open for another year. Share a bevvy with Talking Heads, Christopher Nolan and Wes Craven under the stars.

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    Summersalt

    Friday, January 23 - Saturday, February 21, 2015

    Various Melbourne venues, Melbourne

    Come for the giant inflatable whale, stay for the art.

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    Milk the Cow Carlton

    232 Lygon Street, Carlton

    Carlton cheese dreams at the Cow.

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    St Jerome's Laneway Festival 2015

    Saturday, February 7, 2015

    Footscray Community Arts Centre, Footscray

    Celebrating ten years of Laneway shenanigans, it's only fitting to invite Mac DeMarco's mum to the party.

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    Soul A-Go-Go New Year's Eve

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    The Corner Hotel, Richmond

    Get up, get down to a NYE party with soul.

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    Elevation at Eureka Tower

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Eureka 89, Southbank

    As high as you can get on New Year's Eve.

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    Turkish Film Festival 2014

    Thursday, December 18 - Sunday, December 21, 2014

    It's been a banner year for Turkish cinema, including wins at Cannes, Venice and even Sydney.

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    New Year's Eve at The Everleigh

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    The Everleigh, Fitzroy

    Time to take things up a fancy, fancy notch this NYE.

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    New Year's Eve at Eau de Vie

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Eau De Vie, Melbourne

    If you're a bit of a cocktail connoisseur, there's no better NYE party for you.

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    New Year's Eve Dinner at Pope Joan

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Pope Joan, Melbourne

    Make the last meal of 2014 an epic one.

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    The Basics

    Saturday, December 27, 2014

    Corner Hotel, Richmond

    After forming their own political party this year, The Basics are back together — with brand new material.

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    Big Hero 6

    Friday, December 26, 2014 - Wednesday, February 4, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Introducing Baymax: the most loveable, huggable character in film history.

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    St Vincent

    Friday, December 26, 2014 - Wednesday, January 28, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    With Bill Murray in the role of your familiar neighbourhood curmudgeon, you love this movie in spite of its obvious flaws.

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    I, Malvolio

    Tuesday, January 6 - Sunday, January 11, 2015

    Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    The excellent Tim Crouch gives a Shakespearean underdog a second chance.

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    Queen Victoria Night Market 2014-15

    Wednesday, November 5, 2014 - Wednesday, March 25, 2015

    Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

    We can taste the sangria already.

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    Black Lips

    Tuesday, January 6, 2015

    Max Watt's Melbourne, Melbourne

    Come with covered shoes and loose morals; the bad kids are back.

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    The Imitation Game

    Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Alan Turing helped end WWII, conceived the digital computer and pioneered artificial intelligence, yet few even know his name.

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    SBTRKT

    Thursday, January 8, 2015

    Forum Theatre, Melbourne

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    Wye Oak

    Saturday, January 10, 2015

    The Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood

    Soaring, unmissable folk direct from Baltimore to you.

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    Royal Croquet Club

    Friday, January 16 - Sunday, February 1, 2015

    Birrarung Marr, Melbourne

    It's time to break out the Pimms.

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    Birdman

    Thursday, January 15 - Thursday, February 26, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Birdman is cinematic ballet and the first must-see film of 2015.

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    Odesza

    Sunday, January 25, 2015

    Howler, Brunswick

    Seattle's cranking out some crisp, unique beats of late, led by this dynamic duo.

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    As You Like It - Australian Shakespeare Company

    Tuesday, December 30, 2014 - Saturday, March 14, 2015

    Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, South Yarra

    The Bard is in the Botanic Gardens, but does he live up to the hype?

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    Camille O'Sullivan - Changeling

    Thursday, January 22, 2015 - Saturday, January 24, 1970

    Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    The songs of Radiohead, David Bowie and Nick Cave unite to create one hell of a story.

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    Melbourne International Jazz Festival Summer Sessions

    Friday, January 23 - Thursday, January 29, 2015

    Bennetts Lane Jazz Club, Melbourne

    Summertime and the living is easy.

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    Chet Faker

    Wednesday, February 25 - Saturday, March 7, 2015

    Palais Theatre, St Kilda

    After casually dominating triple j's Hottest 100, Chet's back for some hometown lovin'.

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    Ali Barter

    Saturday, January 24, 2015

    The Workers Club, Fitzroy

    This local girl is out on her own with her second EP and tickets are a steal.

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    Art Of Sleeping

    Friday, January 23, 2015

    Northcote Social Club, Northcote

    Get a sneak peek at the latest LP from these Brisbane boys.

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    Nas

    Sunday, January 25, 2015

    Forum Theatre, Melbourne

    Be a part of hip hop history as this legend plays Illmatic in full.

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    Piknic Electronik Festival

    Sunday, January 11 - Sunday, March 29, 2015

    Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne

    You can now rock a summer sesh in Old Melbourne Gaol.

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    Collingwood Open

    Sunday, January 25 - Friday, February 27, 2015

    The Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood

    Hang out with Gareth Liddiard under the stars at the Gaso.

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    Doc Martin's - CLOSED

    86 Collins Street, Melbourne

    Swill spirits on the sidewalk with the Doctor.

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    Heartattack and Vine

    329 Lygon Street, Carlton

    The new Italian kid on the Carlton block is cool, comfy and serves chicchetti all night.

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    Belle and Sebastian

    Sunday, February 1, 2015

    Palais Theatre, St Kilda

    Indie-pop royalty blown in on a breeze of Glaswegian whimsy.

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    Fat Freddy's Drop

    Friday, January 23, 2015

    Palais Theatre, St Kilda

    After 15 years of touring, FFD can boast one of the most energetic live shows around.

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    The Val Cinema

    Friday, January 23 - Sunday, February 15, 2015

    Swan Street Chamber Of Commerce, Richmond

    The Val is back in action for a summer pop-up on Swan Street.

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    Little Bird - State Theatre Company of South Australia

    Thursday, January 29 - Wednesday, February 4, 2015

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    Paul Capsis takes to the stage on his own for the year's first must-see.

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    Exxopolis - Architects Of Air

    Friday, January 23 - Thursday, January 1, 2015

    ACCA, Melbourne

    Your favourite wonderland of light and colour is back in Melbourne.

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    SOHN

    Saturday, January 31, 2015

    Corner Hotel, Richmond

    The European wonder producer comes back for more.

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    Flying Lotus

    Friday, January 30, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    FlyLo's Laneway sideshow is worth shelling out for.

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    FKA twigs

    Wednesday, January 28 - Thursday, January 29, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    If you see one Laneway sideshow, make it this.

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    Summer Sundays

    Sunday, February 8, 2015

    NGV International, Melbourne

    The NGV are crashing festival season with a series of weekly free garden parties.

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    Johan Padan and the Discovery of the Americas - Hoy Polloy & Terra Incognita

    Wednesday, February 4 - Sunday, February 15, 2015

    fortyfivedownstairs, Melbourne

    Watch one man tackle the manic and irreverent work of a renowned Nobel Prize winner.

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    gentle is the power - Chunky Move

    Friday, February 6 - Saturday, February 7, 2015

    Chunky Move, Southbank

    Get a free glimpse at the work of Melbourne's most talented dancers.

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    Caribou

    Thursday, February 5, 2015

    The Forum, Moore Park

    You can't do without this Laneway sideshow.

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    Jungle

    Wednesday, February 4, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    This UK outfit has been Busy Earnin' high praise worldwide. Now they're here for Laneway.

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    St Kilda Festival 2015

    Saturday, January 31 - Sunday, February 8, 2015

    Various locations in St Kilda, St Kilda

    Get amongst Melbourne's biggest (and most wallet-friendly) street festival.

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    Justene Williams: The Curtain Breathed Deeply

    Saturday, February 7 - Thursday, April 2, 2015

    Monash University Museum of Art, Caulfield East

    These video installations lay somewhere between The Mighty Boosh and your childhood birthday parties.

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    Little Dragon

    Tuesday, February 3, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    The Swedish foursome bring their genre-bending beats to this Laneway sideshow.

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    Melbourne Cinematheque 2015

    Wednesday, February 11, 2015

    It's time to join the club of Melbourne's best film buffs.

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    Transitions Film Festival 2015

    Friday, February 13 - Friday, March 6, 2015

    Various

    The perfect festival for the socially responsible film-goer.

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    Yarraville Festival 2015

    Sunday, February 15, 2015

    Yarraville Village, Yarraville

    The best place to spend a lazy Sunday out west.

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    Megan Washington

    Friday, February 13, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    Washo's back on the road, bringing her latest bare-all LP with her.

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    Farnsworth Republic For Dogs

    Monday, February 16 - Saturday, February 28, 2015

    ACCA, Melbourne

    The hottest canine event of the season.

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    Courtney Barnett

    Friday, May 15, 2015

    Forum Theatre, Melbourne

    The shredding Melburnian is hitting the road to celebrate her very first album.

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    Angus and Julia Stone

    Friday, February 27, 2015

    Margaret Court Arena, Melbourne

    Album number three and these Sydneysiders are still going strong.

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    Akira Kurosawa Retrospective

    Sunday, February 22 - Sunday, March 1, 2015

    The Astor Theatre, St Kilda

    Before The Magnificent Seven, there was Seven Samurai.

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    Rosemary Laing: Weathering

    Saturday, February 21 - Sunday, May 31, 2015

    Heide Museum of Modern Art, Bulleen

    If you've ever felt swept up in the climate change debate, you're not alone.

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    What Rhymes with Cars and Girls - MTC

    Friday, February 13 - Saturday, March 28, 2015

    Fairfax Studio, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    Tim Rogers' beloved solo record is the inspiration for a new stage play sure to make you feel all the feels.

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    Noisy Ritual Winery Pop-Up Bar

    Saturday, February 28 - Saturday, April 11, 2015

    Noisy Ritual Pop-Up Bar, Preston

    Get stomping, pressing and sampling at Melbourne's first-ever urban people-powered winery.

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    Wine and Cheese Crawl 'n' Bite

    Wednesday, March 11, 2015 

    Various Melbourne venues, Melbourne

    Because the best type of crawl is a wine and cheese crawl.

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    Nordic Cool: Modernist Design from the NGV Collection

    Saturday, February 28 - Thursday, December 31, 2015

    NGV International, Melbourne

    The Scandinavian design exhibition that will leave you with an irresistible urge to go minimal.

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    Flavours of Asia Market Festival

    Saturday, February 28, 2015

    Caulfield Racecourse, Caulfield East

    Load up on xiao long bao at this Melbourne Food and Wine Festival offshoot.

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    Movies Under the Stars

    Thursday, February 26, 2015

    Point Park, Docklands

    Lap up the last of the openair cinema season with Docklands' free version.

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    Vodka Pop-Up Bar at Old Melbourne Gaol

    Friday, February 27, 2015

    Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne

    Who would've thought we'd like spending so much of summer in a prison?

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    Sydney Road Street Party 2015

    Sunday, March 1, 2015

    Sydney Road, Brunswick

    The unmissable street party celebrating Moreland’s strong migrant history.

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    Sharon Van Etten

    Tuesday, March 3, 2015

    Max Watt's Melbourne, Melbourne

    If you think you're heading along to this gig without feeling all the feels, you're wildly mistaken.

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    Conor Oberst

    Thursday, February 26 - Saturday, February 28, 2015

    Melbourne Zoo, Parkville

    Swoon.

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    Underground Cinema: Patriot

    Thursday, March 19 - Saturday, March 21, 2015

    Secret Melbourne location, Melbourne

    The cult immersive cinema event is taking us back to the 1950s.

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    Restaurant Express: MFWF

    Friday, February 27 - Sunday, March 15, 2015

    Various Melbourne venues, Melbourne

    Long lunches are happening.

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    Stephen Malkmus and the Jicks

    Friday, March 6 - Saturday, March 7, 2015

    The Gasometer Hotel, Collingwood

    Just when you thought they were done Wigging Out.

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    Vinteloper Urban Wine Project

    Wednesday, March 4, 2015

    Gather and Tailor Warehouse, West Melbourne

    Stomp, ferment and drink your own wine, no road trip necessary.

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    Mia Salsjo: New Age is a Cult

    Friday, March 6 - Sunday, March 29, 2015

    MARS Gallery, Windsor

    A bold attempt to shine light on some sticky spiritual situations.

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    Melbourne Japanese Summer Festival 2015

    Sunday, March 8, 2015

    Federation Square, Melbourne

    Learn the art of origami, watch live Japanese music and eat as much soft shell crab salad as you can.

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    Port Phillip Mussel Festival

    Saturday, March 7 - Sunday, March 8, 2015

    South Melbourne Market, South Melbourne

    Five tonnes of local mussels, sangria, craft beer and New Orleans-style jazz — now that's a street party.

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    Rupert

    73 Rupert Street, Collingwood

    This is one foxy dwelling to get trapped in.

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    Dance Massive 2015

    Tuesday, March 10 - Sunday, March 22, 2015

    Arts House, North Melbourne

    Clear your calendar and get ready to be made aware of just how uncoordinated you are.

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    Back to the Future Marathon

    Saturday, March 14, 2015

    The Astor Theatre, St Kilda

    We were supposed to be cruising around on hoverboards by 2015, according to this legendary trilogy.

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    Thai Culture and Food Festival 2015

    Sunday, March 15, 2015

    Federation Square, Melbourne

    Traditional Thai massages, exhibition kickboxing matches and plenty of Singha in the beer garden.

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    Nothing to Lose - Force Majeure

    Wednesday, March 11 - Saturday, March 21, 2015

    Merlyn Theatre, The Malthouse, Southbank

    What might be the most important, topical and celebratory stage work of 2015.

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    In Dreams: David Lynch Revisited

    Monday, March 16 - Tuesday, March 17, 2015

    Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank

    Mick Harvey, Owen Pallett, Sarah Blasko and more delve into the music of the 'Twin Peaks' mastermind.

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    Client Liaison

    Wednesday, March 18 - Friday, March 20, 2015

    170 Russell, Melbourne

    Feed the rhythm inside 170 Russell with Sydney's must-see duo.

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    Peel Street Block Party - The Social Studio

    Saturday, March 14, 2015

    The Social Studio, Collingwood

    This weekend, the party's in Collingwood.

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    Melbourne International Coffee Expo 2015

    Friday, March 13 - Sunday, March 15, 2015

    Melbourne Showgrounds, Ascot Vale

    Confessed coffee fiends, it's time to nerd out.

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    Fromage a Trois: Cheese and Cider Festival

    Sunday, March 15, 2015

    Werribee Park, Werribee

    Cheeselovers, this is your Woodstock. Eat something delicious, rare and stinky, washed down with a crisp cider.

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    NEW15 at ACCA

    Saturday, March 14 - Sunday, May 17, 2015

    ACCA, Melbourne

    Yearning for some brand new installation work? Keen for new sculpture? This one's for you.

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    Arbory Bar & Eatery

    Flinders Walk, Melbourne

    With great views and even better food, this is one platform you won't mind getting delayed on. 

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    Free Coffee at KereKere

    Wednesday, March 11, 2015

    KereKere Green, East Melbourne

    Free coffee. ALL DAY.

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    Top Five

    Thursday, March 12 - Wednesday, April 15, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    A hilarious reminder of just how good Chris Rock can be.

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    StArt Up: Top Arts 2015

    Thursday, March 19 - Sunday, June 28, 2015

    Looking for the next big thing in Australian art? Could be one of these young whippersnappers.

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    Vinyl. Records Pop-Up Store

    Saturday, March 21, 2015

    Northcote Social Club, Northcote

    Up for a spot of crate digging?

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    The Annual Third Drawer Down Garage Sale Gala Day

    Saturday, March 21, 2015

    Third Drawer Down, Fitzroy

    Freshly fried spring rolls, puppy portraits and all the Saturday bargains.

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    The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby

    Thursday, March 12 - Wednesday, April 15, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Get the whole picture by watching 'Them' at the cinema and 'Him' and 'Her' at home.

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    Bonobo

    Wednesday, March 18 - Thursday, March 19, 2015

    Prince Bandroom, St Kilda

    The British minimalist electronica king has a couple of crisp DJ sets for you.

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    Alex Edelman: Millennial

    Thursday, March 26 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Greek Centre - Mykonos, Melbourne

    See the winner of the Best Newcomer Award at last year's Edinburgh Fringe.

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    Hannah Gadsby: Donkey

    Thursday, March 26 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Melbourne Town Hall, Melbourne

    Never not funny.

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    Michael Workman: We Have Fun Don't We

    Thursday, March 26 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Victoria Hotel, Acacia Room, Melbourne

    Heartbreak meets hilariousness.

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    Clem Bastow: Escape From LA

    Wednesday, March 25 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Bar Open, Fitzroy

    Clem Bastow went to LA and all she got was this surely excellent hour of storytelling.

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    Daniel Kitson: Polyphony

    Wednesday, March 25 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre, Northcote

    The whimsically morose storyteller-comic returns with what might be his magnum opus.

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    Insurgent

    Thursday, March 19 - Wednesday, April 22, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    The Divergent sequel feels like the umpteenth instalment in a YA future dystopia onslaught.

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    DeAnne Smith: Get Into It

    Thursday, March 26 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Greek Centre - Mykonos, Melbourne

    Thanks Canada.

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    Jamie North - Rock Melt

    Wednesday, March 25 - Sunday, July 12, 2015

    NGV International, Melbourne

    Watch nature slowly take over five metre high columns outside the NGV.

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    Old Melbourne Gaol Pop-Up Gin Bar

    Friday, March 27, 2015

    Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne

    Enjoy a G&T with Ned Kelly's ghost.

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    Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2015

    Wednesday, March 25 - Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Melbourne

    It's lol time with our top 12 picks of the festival.

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    All Our Exes Live in Texas

    Wednesday, March 25, 2015

    Bella Union, Carlton

    Four of Sydney's foremost singer-songwriters hit the Melbourne Folk Club.

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  • Event

    ART-Town 2015

    Saturday, March 28 - Sunday, March 29, 2015

    Various locations along Chapel Street, Melbourne

    Your wander down Chapel Street just got artier.

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    Hessian Magazine Issue Two Fundraiser Party

    Saturday, March 28, 2015

    The Shadow Electric, Abbotsford

    Throw the Hessian team a little cashola and party it up at The Shadow Electric.

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  • Event

    Shadow Electric Season Finale

    Thursday, April 2, 2015

    The Shadow Electric, Abbotsford

    Celebrating a solid summer-long season, Shadow Electric are handing the big screen over to Rat & Co and Sleep D.

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  • Event

    Peninsula Picnic

    Sunday, March 29, 2015

    Mornington Racecourse, Mornington

    Sprawl in the sunshine with tasting plates, live music and seriously good wine.

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  • Event

    Giorgio Moroder

    Wednesday, March 25, 2015

    Trak Live Lounge Bar, Melbourne

    The godfather of disco takes a break from Kylie for three headline shows.

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  • Event

    Cinderella

    Thursday, March 26 - Wednesday, April 29, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    See Cate Blanchett and Helena Bonham Carter play wildly against type in an otherwise traditional fairy tale.

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    Endgame - Melbourne Theatre Company

    Saturday, March 21 - Saturday, April 25, 2015

    MTC, Sumner Theatre, Southbank

    It's been 15 years since MTC's taken on Samuel Beckett's idiosyncratic language.

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  • Event

    Alex Ross Perry Retrospective

    Thursday, April 2 - Thursday, March 26, 2015

    Learn up on the indie director behind Listen Up Philip.

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  • Event

    Doughboys Doughnuts Pop-Up

    Saturday, April 4, 2015

    The Mercat, Melbourne

    Glazing and filling their way into the hearts of hungry Melburnians.

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  • Event

    QVM Brocante Marche Vintage Market

    Sunday, April 5, 2015

    Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

    Pick up a pot of Nutella fondue this Easter.

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    Milonga - Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui

    Wednesday, April 1 - Sunday, April 5, 2015

    State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    Age-old Argentinean tango slinks into the modern age.

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  • Event

    Elizabeth Rose's Discotheque

    Saturday, April 4, 2015

    Boney, Melbourne

    Elizabeth Rose curates your dream late-night discotheque.

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  • Event

    The Astor Theatre's Last Weekend

    Friday, April 3 - Sunday, April 5, 2015

    The Astor Theatre, St Kilda

    Closing its doors after 75 years, the iconic Astor Theatre has two last tricks up its sleeve.

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  • Event

    Two Bright Lakes Go Bang!

    Friday, April 10, 2015

    Schoolhouse Studios, Collingwood

    Raise a plastic cup and farewell one of Melbourne's best independent record labels.

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  • Event

    Etsy at The Cullen Open Day

    Saturday, April 11, 2015

    The Cullen, Prahran

    Probably one of the most Instagrammable hotel rooms around.

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  • Event

    Society of Tastemakers & Elegant People - 'Melbourne: The Music Capital' Panel

    Wednesday, April 15, 2015

    The Toff in Town, Melbourne

    Is Melbourne really the centre of the Australian music scene? This biz-studded panel intends to find out.

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  • Event

    The Philosophy of Disco - The School of Life

    Wednesday, April 8, 2015

    Shebeen, Melbourne

    Dig under the d-floor.

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  • Event

    Crap Music Rave Party

    Friday, April 10, 2015, Saturday, April 11, 2015, Friday, April 17, 2015 and Saturday, April 18, 2015 

    European Bier Cafe, Melbourne

    The live equivalent of the world’s worst jukebox.

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  • Event

    Listen Up Philip

    Thursday, April 2 - Sunday, April 26, 2015

    Jason Schwartzman and Elisabeth Moss portray the trials of a self-absorbed writer with humour, empathy and balance.

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  • Event

    A Little Chaos

    Thursday, March 26 - Wednesday, April 22, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Alan Rickman directs a surprising period romance about gardening and gender inequality.

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    Samba

    Thursday, April 2 - Wednesday, April 29, 2015

    A preposterous yet enjoyable French romance from the makers of The Intouchables.

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    Le Noir - The Dark Side of Cirque

    Thursday, April 9 - Saturday, April 18, 2015

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    Roll up, roll up. The circus is in town and it's bringing with it something called the Colombian Death Wheel.

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  • Event

    Gauchito Gil's Malbec World Day

    Friday, April 17, 2015

    Ormond Hall, Melbourne

    Seven hours of Argentine wine and empanadas.

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  • Event

    Chilli Fest

    Sunday, April 19, 2015

    Immigration Museum, Melbourne

    Serious about your hot sauce? This is the mini-festival for you.

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  • Event

    Record Store Day 2015

    Saturday, April 18, 2015

    Various locations across Melbourne, Melbourne

    Celebrate and support your local store. There's live instore sets and special edition vinyl in it for you.

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    Poles Apart

    Saturday, April 18 - Saturday, May 16, 2015

    Cool off with this season of docos at ACMI.

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  • Event

    La Dolce Italia Festival

    Saturday, April 18 - Wednesday, April 1, 2015

    All Around Melbourne, Melbourne

    The legendary Sophia Loren heads Melbourne's new Italian arts festival.

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  • Event

    Meme Girls - Malthouse Theatre

    Wednesday, April 8 - Saturday, May 2, 2015

    Beckett Theatre, Malthouse Theatre, Southbank

    Turning YouTube trash into theatrical gold.

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  • Event

    Turkish Film Festival 2015

    Thursday, April 16 - Saturday, April 18, 2015

    Four days of Turkey's cinematic delights, brought forward to coincide with Anzac Day.

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  • Event

    Mommy

    Thursday, April 9 - Wednesday, April 29, 2015

    Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

    The 26-year-old Quebecois wunderkind is back with his fifth, Cannes Jury Prize-winning feature film.

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    As You Like It - Bell Shakespeare

    Thursday, April 23 - Sunday, May 10, 2015

    Arts Centre Melbourne, Melbourne

    A bonkers take on Shakespeare's cross-dressing rom-com that just somehow works.

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  • Event

    alt-J

    Sunday, May 10, 2015

    Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

    Gear up for your stomping, pounding 'Breezeblocks' singalong.

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  • Event

    Purple Rain - ACMI

    Monday, April 27 - Saturday, May 2, 2015

    The cult rock musical you need to see — and more importantly hear — in a cinema.

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  • Event

    Old Melbourne Gaol Pop-Up Whisky Bar

    Friday, April 24, 2015

    Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne

    Have a dram with Ned Kelly's ghost.

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  • Event

    While We're Young

    Thursday, April 16 - Wednesday, May 27, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    The writer-director of Frances Ha is back with another lesson about growing up in your 20s, 30s and 40s.

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    George Maple

    Saturday, April 25, 2015

    Howler, Brunswick

    Despite dropping her debut single just six months ago, this Sydneysider's already been to SXSW, BBC Radio 1 and back.

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  • Event

    Spanish Film Festival 2015

    Wednesday, April 22 - Sunday, May 10, 2015

    Palace Cinemas Melbourne, Melbourne

    Smash-hit romantic comedies to Oscar-nominated tales of revenge and everything in between.

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  • Event

    Centre for Contemporary Photography April 2015 Exhibitions

    Friday, April 24 - Sunday, June 21, 2015

    Centre for Contemporary Photography, Fitzroy

    Five brand new shows for lovers of photography.

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    Coburg Drive-In Food Truck Festival

    Wednesday, April 22 - Thursday, April 23, 2015

    Coburg Drive-In, Coburg

    Ditch the tacky choc tops for some gourmet ice cream sandwiches.

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  • Event

    It Follows

    Thursday, April 23 - Wednesday, May 13, 2015

    This year's super-original, must-see horror movie features a sexually transmitted spectre.

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    The Age of Adaline

    Thursday, April 16 - Wednesday, May 20, 2015

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    A somewhat timeless love story about a protagonist who never ages.

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    Luminous Flux – Tasdance

    Saturday, May 2, 2015

    The Alexander Theatre, Clayton

    Two very different takes on the concept of light, as interpreted by two of Australia’s most celebrated contemporary choreographers.

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  • Event

    Banksy Does New York

    Thursday, April 23 - Wednesday, May 13, 2015

    Cinema Nova Carlton, Carlton

    It ain't no Exit Through the Gift Shop, but there's still plenty to intrigue in this HBO doco about Banksy's NYC 'residency'.

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    Testament of Youth

    Thursday, April 23 - Wednesday, May 20, 2015

    A handsome and heartfelt war story — from the women's perspective.

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    Hear My Eyes

    Thursday, April 30, 2015

    Howler, Brunswick

    Experimental film with a live music score, cheaper than your regular cinema ticket.

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  • Event

    Melbourne Art Book Fair

    Friday, May 1 - Sunday, May 3, 2015

    The first of NGV's series of annual art book events.

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    Is This Somewhere You’ve Been Before? - Metanoia Theatre

    Tuesday, April 28 - Sunday, May 3, 2015

    Brunswick Mechanics Institute, Brunswick

    Part forensic interview, part dramatic reenactment, this Melbourne premiere starts with just you in the audience.

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  • Event

    Human Rights Arts and Film Festival 2015

    Thursday, May 7 - Thursday, May 21, 2015

    Returning for its eighth year, Australia's eye-opening film festival where truths are not always easy to swallow.

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    Cultastrophe

    Friday, May 8, 2015, Friday, May 29, 2015, Friday, June 12, 2015 and Friday, June 26, 2015 

    Cinema Nova, Carlton

    Spine-chilling horror flicks and themed double bills after sundown at Cinema Nova.

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    Timeshare - Malthouse Theatre

    Thursday, April 23 - Sunday, May 17, 2015

    The Malthouse, Merlyn Theatre, Southbank

    Lally Katz's newest work is more than just a crowdpleaser, it's a fine and compelling new Australian play.

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  • Guide

    The Best Bars in Melbourne with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards

    Save cosy pub corners for winter — it's time to drink a brew out in the open at these fab Melbourne beer gardens.

  • Guide

    Where to Eat When You're Saving but Don't Feel Like Another Meal at Home

    Places for a weeknight feed that won't blow the budget.

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Waterside Bars in Melbourne

    Summer calls for spritzes by St Kilda Beach and a few cold ones on the banks of the Yarra.

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    The Best Toasties in Melbourne

    From bacon to lamb, Vegemite to bolognese — all sealed between golden slices of bread.

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    The Ten Best Beers To Drink This Summer

    A beer snob's guide to the top hops for the summer months.

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    Nine Ice Cream Sandwiches to Try in Melbourne This Summer

    The best ice cream sangas Melbourne has to offer.

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    Nine Wines Perfect for Summertime Drinking

    Swap the rosé for something orange this summer.

  • Guide

    Daily Detours to Help Expand Your Palate

    Featuring a heaping serve of gooey raclette cheese.

  • Guide

    Melbourne's Least Awkward Spots for a First Date

    Because first dates are nail-biting enough without the added challenge of picking a good place.

  • Guide

    Where to Become Human Again in Melbourne After a Big Night Out

    Some of Melbourne's best places to turn your hangover around.

  • Guide

    Where to Eat Burgers in Melbourne when Mondayitis Hits Hard

    Melbourne’s best and most cheerful restaurants for a burg and a brew when you need it most.

  • Guide

    Where to Drink Good Wine in Melbourne After a Tough Day at Work

    Establishments to cater to any post-work need (or crisis).

  • Guide

    Where to Eat in the City When You Want to Feel Like the Boss

    Places that are ideal for smart lunches with big groups of friends or colleagues.

  • Guide

    Melbourne's Best Retro Spots for When You're Feeling Nostalgic

    The question isn't just where to go, it's which era to spend time in.

  • Guide

    Where to Make It Rain (Within Reason) on Payday

    For when you get that urge to splurge.

  • Guide

    Where to Eat American Barbecue in Melbourne

    Where to get your fix of some down-home USA cookin'.

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    Melbourne's Ten Most Luxurious Foodie Experiences

    Not just for special occasions — book a table now.

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