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Major events 

Major events take centre stage in Melbourne, Australia’s 'events capital'. Whatever the month, a major event is always thrilling the city whether it’s for arts, culture, fashion or sports.

Image of Summer Festivals
Enjoy cultural festivals or take in a culinary journey at one of hundreds of events during the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.
Image of Midsumma Festival - Celebrating Queer Culture
Sun 15 Jan 2012 to Sun 05 Feb 2012
Celebrating queer culture in Melbourne with a wide range of visual and performing arts, live music events, community and sporting events.
Image of Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
Fri 02 Mar 2012 to Wed 21 Mar 2012
Join thousands of food and wine lovers in Melbourne's gastronomic playground. Choose from over 300 diverse restaurant, laneway and rooftop events.
Image of Moomba Festival 2012
Full festival program, with all the features you know and love, released February 2012.
Image of Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix
Thu 15 Mar 2012 to Sun 18 Mar 2012
The eyes of the world will be on Melbourne as the spectacular Albert Park Circuit plays host to the opening round of the FIA F1 World Championship™.
Image of Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Wed 28 Mar 2012 to Sun 22 Apr 2012
Melbourne International Comedy Festival takes over the city with hundreds of shows every April.
Image of Laneway Commissions
Dedicated to showcasing artists from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, placing their art and culture firmly in the public realm.
Image of Melbourne Music Week
The official MMW 2011 website showcasing Melbourne, Australian and international acts. Includes news, program, artist bios and ticketing info.

 More to explore
Image of Festivals
Whenever you visit Melbourne, you are sure to be swept up in one of the city’s many fantastic festivals.


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