The Melbourne Summer Guide 2015/16

It’s that time of year again, when the rising mercury sends us outdoors en masse, pumping our concrete playground with an energy of revelry and renewal.
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Published on January 13, 2016
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    The Best Waterfalls You Can Swim Under Near Melbourne

    Forget TLC. Go chase some waterfalls in Victoria.

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    Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne

    Whether you like your gelato and ice cream scoops creamy, salty, vegan or served with hot chips, you can find them here.

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    The Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Melbourne

    Melbourne's best outdoor swimming pools cater to athletes, casual summertime swimmers and those just looking to cool off during extra hot days.

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    The Ten Best Swimming Holes Near Melbourne for 2033

    Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.

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    The Best Rooftop Bars in Melbourne

    Rise above the burning concrete and escape to the echelons of summer delight.

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    The Ten Best Bloody Marys in Melbourne

    The ultimate breakfast of champions.

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    The Ten Best BYO Restaurants in Melbourne

    Offset the damage to your wallet on your next night out.

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    Melbourne's Getting a Twilight Cheese Festival

    It's called Cheese Please because of course it is.

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    Sugar Mountain 2016

    Saturday, January 23, 2016

    VCA, Southbank

    The killer music and art festival is back — this time with Courtney Barnett and Hot Chip.

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    Sunday Social Pop-Up

    Thursday, January 14, 2016

    Sunday Social, Fitzroy

    Brisbane's threads-loving crew have headed south.

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    St Kilda Summer Twilight Market

    Thursday, December 3, 2015

    O'Donnell Gardens, St Kilda

    Hunt for bargains in the shadow of Luna Park.

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    South Melbourne Night Market 2016

    Thursday, January 7, 2016

    South Melbourne Market, South Melbourne

    Get south of the Yarra, pronto.

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    Melbourne International Jazz Festival 2016 Summer Sessions

    Saturday, January 9 - Sunday, January 17, 2016

    Various locations across Melbourne, Melbourne

    Summer is getting saxy.

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    Supper Market 2016

    Friday, January 8, 2016

    Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford

    Spend your Friday nights snacking at the Convent.

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    Ten Ways to Keep Cool in Melbourne This Summer

    Your public air conditioned oasis awaits.

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    Pierre's Pop-Up Soft Servery

    Saturday, January 9 - Sunday, January 10, 2016

    Green Park Dining, Carlton North

    Soft serve Saturdays and Sundays, all summer-long.

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    The Ten Best Movies of 2015

    This year at the movies was about more than Star Wars.

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    Concrete Playground's 2015-16 Summer Reading List

    Ten books to get stuck into by the pool, the beach or on the couch with an Icy Pole in hand.

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    Joy

    Saturday, December 26, 2015 - Wednesday, February 10, 2016

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    Jennifer Lawrence shines in a film that's both authentic and fanciful.

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    Suffragette

    Saturday, December 26, 2015 - Wednesday, February 10, 2016

    Various cinemas in Melbourne

    A stirring if somewhat conventional tale about the fight for women's suffrage.

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    The Ten Best Places to See Wildlife in Australia

    Go forth and make friends with adorable animals.

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    Eight Beach Accessories for the Ultimate Summer Day Out

    Next-level beach days come with extravagant towels, everlasting phone battery and the best inflatables.

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    The Imperial Has a New Rooftop Beer Garden

    And you have a new day drinking spot for summer.

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    Ten Films You Need to See in 2016

    Get excited — a whole new year of cinema awaits.

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    Take a Little Staycation in Melbourne's Inner-North with Meg Mac

    The ARIA-nominated artist crafts a mini-holiday for you in her (and our) hometown.

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    Kitty Burns Is Abbotsford's Pristine New Cafe

    It's basically cute, well-designed cafe heaven.

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    Mr Miyagi's Got a Cute New Addition, Yukie's Snack Bar

    We knew there was a reason Miyagi loved Yukie.

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    Ten Easy Summer Health Hacks You'll Actually Want to Try

    Because avo's better than butter every day of the week.

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    Shadow Electric Announces 2016 Outdoor Film Program

    Yet another outdoor cinema returns just in time for summer.

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    The Rose Hotel Is Getting a New Upstairs Wine Bar

    They'll be temporarily shutting up shop for summer renovations.

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    The Ten Best Movies Hardly Anyone Saw in 2015

    Do yourself a favour and add these to your must-see movie list.

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    QV Cinema

    Thursday, December 3, 2015 - Sunday, February 28, 2016

    QV Melbourne, Melbourne

    Pooches encouraged for the Best In Show screening.

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    Five Must-See Works At The NGV's Epic Andy Warhol | Ai Weiwei Exhibition

    Two of the most significant artists of the last two centuries, one extraordinary exhibition. 

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    Brunswick's Boozy Mini-Golf Course Is Back

    Just tap it in, give it a little tappy, a tap-tap-tapperoo.

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    Midsumma Announces Their 2016 Program

    Melbourne's largest queer arts and culture festival is back.

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    Royal Stacks Is Now Open in the CBD

    With American-style burgers and a frozen custard machine.

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    Rooftop Cinema 2015-16

    Tuesday, December 8, 2015 - Saturday, April 9, 2016

    Rooftop Cinema, Melbourne

    Iranian vampire westerns, dinosaurs and All The Space Films.

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    The Richmond Yard Post-Apocalyptic Pop-Up Food Park

    Saturday, December 5, 2015

    Cremorne Carpark, Cremorne

    Nothing like a fried chicken burger at the end of the world.

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    The Ten Best Late Night Greasies in Melbourne

    Late night snacks with a good ol' dose of Vitamin G.

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    Eden's Backyard Is Melbourne's Newest Brunch Oasis

    Specialising in Asian fusion brunchery.

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    Sugar Mountain Reveals Tasty 2016 Food Lineup

    Load up on banh mi, Biggie Smalls kebabs and local ice cream before you dance, dance, dance, ugh.

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    Melbourne's Got Another New Outdoor Cinema

    Pooches encouraged for the Best In Show screening.

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    Moonlight Cinema Reveals Huge Summer Program for 2015/16

    Start designating who'll bring the hummus and who's on wine.

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    Frankie Says Is Richmond's New Riverside Restaurant and Bar

    The Hoy Pinoy team have opened a permanent venue along the Yarra.

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    Lido Cinemas Have Revealed Their First Ever Rooftop Program

    The Hawthorn cinema's rooftop instalment will see more new releases than its openair competitors.

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    Melbourne's Rooftop Cinema Announces 2015-16 Program

    Iranian vampire westerns, dinosaurs and All The Space Films.

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    The Eight Best Unusual Fitness Classes to Try in Melbourne

    Everything you need to let loose your inner superhero (or Beyonce).

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    The Ten Best Places to Get Crafty in Melbourne

    Express yourself through crochet, taxidermy and balloon art.

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    The Best Fried Chicken Joints in Melbourne

    Colonel Sanders, eat your heart out.

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    The Ten Best Retro Film Programs in Melbourne

    See an old classic the way it's meant to be seen.

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    The Ten Best Snacks Under $10 in the Melbourne CBD

    Grab a bite without breaking the bank.

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    The Five Best Online Bottle Shops for Craft Beer in Melbourne

    The biggest range at the shortest possible walking distance.

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    The Nine Best Rum Bars in Melbourne

    Where you'll find this city's best Zombies, Dark 'n' Stormys, Mai Tais, house infused apricot rum and more.

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    The Ten Best Bottle Shops for Craft Beer in Melbourne

    Tracking down that top notch craft beer you had at the pub? Don't even try the major bottle shops, try one of these gems.

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    Eight Classic Melbourne Dining Institutions That Never Get Old

    Hype is one thing, but tried and true resilience? That's a whole other ball game.

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    Zara Home Launches in Australia

    Extend your wardrobe to your walls.

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    The Ten Best Craft Beer Bars and Pubs in Melbourne

    Which old favourite stocks more than 200 beers, referenced by index?

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    The Ten Best Summer Getaways From Melbourne

    When the Fitzroy Pool just doesn't cut it, get your friends together for one of these jaunts out of town.

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    Summertime Sips: Three Rum Cocktails to Make at Home this Summer

    Your pool party punch and post-festival nightcap, sorted.

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    A Guide to the Perfect Summer Playlist from the Makers of JukeCase

    Road tripping, house partying, beach-bumming. Here's how to soundtrack your summer.

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    The Ten Best First Date Spots in Melbourne

    Because no one should have to suffer through a bad Tinder date.

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    The Ten Best Healthy Cafes in Melbourne

    Raw Snickers bars, superfood salads and sugar-free pancakes. When did healthy food get so tasty?

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    The Ten Best American-Inspired Restaurants in Melbourne

    Melbourne often goes in waves with its international influences on dining, but there's one that's been around for a while now.

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    The Ten Best Places to Get Your Cheese Fix in Melbourne

    We love cheese. And because we know you do too, we've found the 10 best places to get your cheese fix in Melbourne.

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    Homegrown: The Five Most Sustainable Restaurants in Melbourne

    Some venues are going past the first point of call and minimising their environmental impact in big ways.

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    Ten Standout Craft Beers to Try Before the End of Summer

    Meet some local beers doing amazing things with hops, water and yeast.

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    Ten Outdoor Accessories to Make Your Next Camping Trip the Ultimate

    The best gizmos and accessories for getting back to nature.

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    The Best Cold Coffees in Melbourne

    Caffeine hits without the heat.

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    The Five Best Scenic Running Routes in Melbourne

    One of the best bits about running is exploring new suburbs and parks like these.

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