If you’re after an event that packs good food, live music and entertainment all in one day, Melbourne’s festival line-up over summer is sure to do the trick.
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at the Chinese Lunar New Year Dragon Festival in Chinatown on Sunday 11 February. Just a few streets away from RMIT’s City campus, you can get around the festivities with cultural performances and market stalls throughout Chinatown. Melbourne will continue to celebrate the Lunar New Year across a number of events planned throughout February, so take a look at what’s on in Melbourne to find what interests you!
Midsumma Festival runs over 22 days from late January to mid-February, with a number of events centred around queer culture, involving local, interstate, and international artists. Visit the Midsumma Festival website to explore the full festival program and to purchase tickets.
Moomba Festival is Melbourne’s longest running free community festival, held annually across the Labour Day long weekend in March. Packed with family-friendly events and attractions including fireworks and the famous Moomba Parade, you won’t want to miss the lively action along the banks of the Yarra River.