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The 27 Best Day Spas in Melbourne for 2026

Warning: These massages, facials and beautiful spaces may result in a state of complete and utter relaxation.

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Now Open: Libertine Parfumerie's Melbourne Flagship Boutique Is Elevating Armadale with a Curated World of Exquisite Fragrances

Amid Armadale's upscale precinct, this flagship fragrance boutique celebrates exquisite scents and heritage-rich luxury.

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Just Named the World's Happiest Country, Finland Is Inviting Travellers to Experience a Seven-Day Lakeland Relaxation Retreat

Topping the happiness charts for the ninth time, Finland is hosting a digital detox made to help you appreciate the art of relaxation.

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This Just In: Melbourne Writers Festival Releases Full 40th Anniversary Program Including Jacinda Ardern, Yann Martel, Susan Choi and More

For its 40th run, Melbourne Writers Festival is inviting speakers from around the world to shine a light on storytelling, sex, stigma and the many visions and revisions that make up the human world.

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RAC Arena Has a Huge 2026 Lineup — Here Are the Gigs and Shows Worth Planning a Perth Trip Around

From big-name comedy to hot-ticket pop and arena-sized live entertainment, these are the RAC Arena dates worth building a Perth escape around.

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Fund Your Overseas Adventures in 2026 with This $10k Flight Fund Designed as an Unofficial Travel Internship

Don't put your travel plans on hold — this "internship" is here to bankroll your flights for the next 12 months.

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The Best French Restaurants in Melbourne

Live out your Parisian dreams with escargot, caviar, steak frites and lobster thermidor at these exceptional French diners in Melbourne.

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Calling All Coffee Fans: This is What's Happening at the Melbourne International Coffee Expo Including Barista Battles & DJs

Barista battles, roaster competitions, tastings and DJs are all brewing at the 2026 Melbourne International Coffee Expo this March.

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Coming Soon: A Saucy New Venue is Coming This Autumn, With Spaghetti Club Set to Bring the Warmth and Generosity of Nonno and Nonna's House to Swan Street

The menu will be rooted in Southern Italian traditions and flavours, and centred around house-made pasta.

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Plant-Based Pioneer Shannon Martinez Is Taking Smith & Deli National With a Wholesale Arm and New Degraves Street Outpost

Entering a new chapter, this plant-based innovator will supply vegan goodness nationwide, plus launch a new CBD venue.

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Live Music, Karaoke and a Surprise Driver Appearance: Inside Melbourne's Race Week Party Hub

Race week in Melbourne spilled well beyond the circuit this year, with the city buzzing thanks to watch parties, live music, and a surprise driver appearance.

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This Carolina Reaper Burger Is So Fiery It Comes with a Waiver — Thankfully, Milk and Cucumbers Are Standing By

With a waiver to sign and milk at the ready, this limited-time burger range pushes the Scoville scale, but swaps bravado for spice-fuelled fun.

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Latest Openings

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Yakimono

80 Collins Street, Melbourne

This colourful Chris Lucas venture features a futuristic aesthetic and a menu filled with Japanese street food that's cooked over flames.
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Hotel Nacional

23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne

Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
Restaurant
Good Times

214 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North

A charmingly low-key joint with drawing paper on the tables and wallet-friendly negronis, wine carafes and pasta dishes for just $9 a pop.
Restaurant
Ruzia's Wine

215 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North

When a venue is named after someone's grandmother, it's a telltale sign that the space is likely to be imbued with a lot of heart and soul.
Restaurant
Token

151 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Get around great sashimi and temaki from the raw bar and flame-kissed Japanese eats from the yakitori grill.
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Garfield Pizzeria

297 Lygon Street, Carlton

The counter-service pizzeria, named for an orange cat who visited the building site, reimagines the traditional Italian restaurant experience.
Bar
Hotel Nacional

23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne

Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
Bar
The Fitzroy Pinnacle

251-255 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North

Fitzroy North's oddly-shaped corner pub gets a new lease on life under new management.
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Arcane Fairies

185 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Theatrics take centre stage at this whimsical Lonsdale Street cocktail bar.
Bar
Florentino

80 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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Garden State Hotel

101 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

This always bustling pub is a favourite post-work hangout for many city workers who swing by for a care-free, good time.
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Smiley Brewing Co

9 Southeast Boulevard, Pakenham

Local flavours and makers take centre stage at this family owned and operated Pakenham brewery.

Arts & Entertainment

Love Arts & Entertainment experiences? Navigate the best venues and events near you picked by our expert curators at Concrete Playground.

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This Just In: Melbourne Writers Festival Releases Full 40th Anniversary Program Including Jacinda Ardern, Yann Martel, Susan Choi and More

For its 40th run, Melbourne Writers Festival is inviting speakers from around the world to shine a light on storytelling, sex, stigma and the many visions and revisions that make up the human world.

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RAC Arena Has a Huge 2026 Lineup — Here Are the Gigs and Shows Worth Planning a Perth Trip Around

From big-name comedy to hot-ticket pop and arena-sized live entertainment, these are the RAC Arena dates worth building a Perth escape around.

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This Just In: Robbie Williams Is Returning to Australia and New Zealand on a Headline Arena Tour Later This Year

The UK pop icon is bringing his latest album, 'Britpop', to seven cities down under and across the ditch this November.

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Celebrate Melbourne's Melting Pot of Cultures With Cultural Diversity Week Kicking Off This Weekend

This year's theme, "Culture connects us all", aims to promote unification and togetherness.

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Where You Can Watch This Year's Oscar Winners

Stay up to date on the best films of last year with our curated guide.

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This Just In: Bluesfest Announces 2026 Cancellation, with a Liquidator Appointed to Handle All Financial Matters

One of Australia's most iconic festivals has been cancelled just weeks before the event is set to take place.

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Featured Events

Event
Vegan Tuesdays

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026
Babu Ji, St Kilda

Tuck into an all-you-can-eat vegan curry feast at St Kilda's Babu Ji every week.

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Dumplings 'n' Massage

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026
Horse Bazaar, Melbourne

Horse Bazaar pairs these two indulgences for just $15 every Tuesday night.
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All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Tuesdays

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026
Tokosan, Prahran

Devour as many rolls as you can every Tuesday.
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Tuesday Whisky & Cheese Night

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026
Eau De Vie, Melbourne

Spend your Tuesdays sampling whisky and cheese at Eau de Vie.
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Bottomless Vegan Tacos

Tue, 24 Mar, 2026
Don Taco, Brunswick East

Don Taco is serving up all-you-can-eat vegan tacos every Tuesday for just $20 per person.
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MFWF: Feast for Freedom — A Longer Table

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026
Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Footscray

This one-night dining experience blends flavour and storytelling, bringing people together through refugee-led dishes that celebrate cultural richness.

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All-You-Can-Eat Gyoza

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra

Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.
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Groove Therapy

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026
The Workers Club, Fitzroy

Let out all those feelings in this biweekly no-judgement dance class.

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Longsong's Cheese Nights

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026
Longsong, Melbourne

Melty jaffles, oozy raclette and crispy saganaki, one night a week.
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Fund Your Overseas Adventures in 2026 with This $10k Flight Fund Designed as an Unofficial Travel Internship

Don't put your travel plans on hold — this "internship" is here to bankroll your flights for the next 12 months.

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This Just In: You Can Explore Australia's Prehistoric History During the First-Ever Queensland Dinosaur Week

From the bones of the biggest animal to ever exist in Australia, to the ancient birds that early Australians relied on for food, Queensland is inviting you to see it all this May.

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Add These Items to Your Packing and Level Up Your Long Weekend Getaway

From small elevations to practical picks, these items can help you level up your long weekend packing.

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