What’s on in Melbourne August 2024
August is here, Melbournians, and there is plenty for you to do! There are some amazing events and performances happening all around Melbourne this month, but we thought we would make it easy for you by highlighting some of them. We encourage you to try attending something new this August and explore what our beautiful city has to offer!
Now or Never 22 - 31 August Free - $150
Now or Never is a major festival exploring where art, ideas, technology, and sound intersect. The festival sprawls over the whole city, and this year, the organisers are prompting attendees to 'Look Through the Image,' suggesting they use more than their eyes to see the works before them.
Australian creatives and musicians have partnered with internationals to pioneer an artistic experience. The festival will feature digital art experiences, music and audiovisual performances, and expressive talks—all of which invite you to shift your perspective and ask yourself questions.
A variety of free and ticketed events are bound to sell out.
Winter Night Market Until August 28th Free Event
Each Wednesday until August 28th, you can visit the Queen Victoria Market and indulge in some of the most delicious street food Melbourne offers. These night markets have more to offer than just food; you can also treat yourself to excellent warm beverages or keep yourself busy shopping at the stalls. Warm yourself by the fire while you enjoy the entertainment of the week, or even get up and dance the night away at the infamous Guru Dudu Silent Disco.
You can look forward to drinks like mulled wine, butterbeer, spiced Milo, and a hot gin toddy. The market stalls are all unique, allowing vinyl records, upcycled furniture, vintage fashion, and handmade jewellery to catch your eye. Capture the moment in one of the Korean-style photo booths and take home your memories.
The night markets have been super popular, so don't wait until it's too late to check them out!
Melbourne International Film Festival 8 - 25 August From $12 - $27
Returning once again to Melbourne, the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) will be a dynamic array of films. From anticipated masterpieces to worldwide submissions, even future award winners! Many of the films are making their Australian premieres, which are just about as exclusive as they get.
The MIFF will also hold food and film events, Q&As with filmmakers, industry panels, gala events, awards ceremonies and more. You can check out the full itinerary on the MIFF website: https://miff.com.au/
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical From $50 - $200 Until December 29th
The brand new production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast has landed in Melbourne, and audiences are loving it. Her Majesty's Theatre is the perfect setting to be transported into the world of this timeless tale.
This visual masterpiece will feature all the beautiful songs of Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice. Fans of the original musical can look forward to hearing classics like Belle, Gaston, Human Again and Be Our Guest.
Bring your family along and experience a tale as old as time in the modern world!
The French Brasserie Winter Special
Each Wednesday, as part of our winter special, you can enjoy a succulent cassoulet. For $30, you will be served a cassoulet and a glass of red wine, which work wonderfully together.
This special is available from 5-7 p.m. only until the end of July, so book now to make sure you don't miss this delectable offer. Dine with us before hitting the streets or curling up for the night at home—either way, we look forward to seeing you soon!
