• News

    The Best Things to Do on ANZAC Day 2024 in Melbourne

    Here's where to rise for the dawn service, indulge in a spot of two-up and pay your respects.

  • News

    Concrete Playground Has Submitted Two Panels for SXSW Sydney 2024 — and You Can Help Make Them Happen

    We're keen to dive into the state of socialising and hospitality at this year's SXSW Sydney, and back up our 2023 panel on youth, information and the digital age — and we need your votes.

  • Guide

    A Day and Night Guide to Paddington

    From fine art and fancy dinners to sublime pub feeds and twilight bevvies, Paddington's still got it going on.

  • Event

    The Autumn Rose by Tar & Roses

    Fri, 12 Apr, 2024

    Langlands Restaurant and Bar, Melbourne

    Indulge in this six-course dinner from the 25th floor of the Hyatt with views of the Melbourne city skyscape.

  • Event

    Flickerfest 2024 — Best of Melbourne Shorts

    Wed, 10 Apr, 2024

    Kino Cinema, Melbourne

    Spend an evening watching a stellar lineup of short films from local creative talents.

  • News

    What's Open in Melbourne Across the 2024 Easter Long Weekend

    Want to fill your weekend with top-notch eating and drinking? Here's where to go.

  • Event

    M.J. Bale Archive Sale

    Thu, 21 Mar - Sun, 24 Mar 2024

    Functions on Chapel, Prahran

    Flashy suits, shirts and accessories for up to 75 percent off.

  • Event

    Tesselaar Kabloom: Festival of Flowers

    Sat, 23 Mar - Sun, 21 Apr 2024

    Tesselaar Tulip Farm, Silvan

    Watch pixies, fairies and sprites soar above a flowerbed stage as part of a circus at this year's Tesselaar Kabloom Festival of Flowers in the Dandenong Ranges.

  • News

    Travel Essentials: Your Passport to Packing Perfection No Matter Your Holiday Plans

    Your guide to the travel essentials that you will undoubtedly forget to pack.

  • Event

    Melbourne Chilli-Eating Championship

    Sat, 2 Mar, 2024

    The Beast, Brunswick East

    Can you handle the heat? Prove it at this prestigious (and wild) competition.

  • Event

    Herb & Chilli Festival

    Sat, 16 Mar - Sun, 17 Mar 2024

    125 Quayle Road, Wandin, Wandin

    Spice up your life at this Yarra Valley food fest, featuring live music, chilli-eating contests, cooking demos and hot sauce aplenty.

  • Event

    Lonely Barks Club

    Mon, 12 Feb - Fri, 16 Feb 2024

    Kip Brunswick Dog Daycare, Brunswick

    Make sure your most loyal companion is feeling the love this Valentine's with a free pop-up event at doggy daycare, Kip.

  • Restaurant

    Rocco's Bologna Discoteca

    15 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

    Either feast down in the main dining room, or sip and snack at the upstairs bar.

  • News

    Freebie Alert: Donut King Is Giving Away Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts Today

    The freebies are celebrating the 'Mean Girls' movie musical — so on Wednesdays, we now eat doughnuts.

  • News

    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.

  • Event

    Wine & Cheese Fest

    Sun, 3 Mar, 2024

    The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne

    The best days out are ones packed with dreamy local cheese, vino and grape stomping.

  • News

    Hotel Hitlist for 2024: No Matter Your Budget or Excuse for Travel

    Whether you want a staycation or a luxe weekend getaway in your home city, we've got the stays for you.

  • Bar

    Johnny's Green Room

    293-297 Lygon Street, Carlton

    Dose up on sophisticated Euro vibes and Italian cocktails at this chic, sunny rooftop bar in Carlton.

  • Event

    Lunar New Year at Hawker Hall

    Fri, 9 Feb - Thu, 29 Feb 2024

    Hawker Hall, Windsor

    Treat your tastebuds to a Singaporean and Malaysian taste of Lunar New Year this year, complete with banquets, giveaways and lion dances.

  • Event

    The Big Vegan Market

    Sat, 20 Apr - Sun, 21 Apr 2024

    Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton

    Shop a hefty assortment of food and other plant-based goodies at this year's vegan market held within the Royal Exhibition Building.

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