Find out what Melbourne has to offer this August
Even in the cooler months, Melbourne is a hive of activity. There’s plenty happening in our lovely city. Here are a few of our top picks to get you out and about this month.
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FIFA Women’s World Cup Fan Festival 20 Jul - 20 Aug
Federation square is undergoing transformation to become the Melbourne FIFA Fan Festival. You can catch all the games on the big screen while enjoying food, drinks and immersive experiences. Feel the upbeat energy as the team scores and cheer them on when they need it!
The FIFA fan festival is a great way to be introduced to the game if you’ve never been a fan before. The atmosphere will be something to behold so do yourself a favour and don’t miss a thing.
Matches to be played at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium:
Friday 21 July - Group B: Nigeria v Canada at 12.30pm.
Monday 24 July - Group H: Germany v Morocco at 6.30pm.
Monday 31 July - Group B: Canada v Australia at 8pm.
Wednesday 2 August - Group F: Jamaica v Brazil at 8pm.
Sunday 6 August - Round of 16: 1st Group G v 2nd Group E at 7pm.
Tuesday 8 August - Round of 16: 1st Group H v 2nd Group F at 6pm.
Free Event
Now or Never 17 Aug - 2 Sep
Now or Never is a new festival that will be hitting Melbourne/Narrm, focused on where art and technology come together. The festival will take over streets in the city as well as venues like historical buildings and hot clubs. With a mix of both Australian creatives as well as international artists, the festival will be fresh, and unlike anything Melbourne has seen before. Enjoy visual art installations, as well as musical and other worldly experiences. Don’t miss out on this one, after all it is Now or Never.
Free - $250
Moulin Rouge! The Musical 20 Aug - 24 Dec
This wonderful Musical graces the Melbourne stage once again. Returning to the Regent Theatre after selling out during it’s premiere season, Moulin Rouge! Will dazzle you.
Romantic and full of glitz and glam, Moulin Rouge! Will have you immersed in a story of romance and glory all while the talented performers impress you with their wonderful performance and eye catching costumes. Watch Baz Luhrmann’s film come alive on stage in this classic musical.
From $59 - $299
Melbourne International Film Festival 3 Aug - 20 Aug
The biggest film festival is coming back to Melbourne, and the program is packed! You can enjoy international cinema as well as what’s new in the Australian film industry. There will also be a variety of talks, performances and special events. Online screenings will be available so you can watch from the comfort of your own home.
This film festival is the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere so don’t miss the chance to be a part of it.
From $17 - $26
Dining at The French Brasserie
At our restaurant we have all your dining needs sorted, whether you come to join us before heading to the Theatre, or you take refuge in our warm venue after spending the chilly day exploring Melbourne city - we will take care of you.
Whether you are off to a matinee, doing a spot of shopping and need to refuel or have a client to impress our Express Lunch is just perfect. Available Wednesday to Friday indulge in 2 courses + a glass of wine or non alcoholic beverage for just $45 pp. Or if it’s classic comfort food you are after every Wednesday for the remainder of winter indulge in our Coq a Vin with a glass of Shiraz for just $40pp.
Book your next visit to dine with us now and let us take care of you this winter.
