What to do in Melbourne this weekend

Events Fri to Sun

• Fri, 17 Jul, 10:00 am

  Crime Night! S2 - STUDIO AUDIENCE

  ABC · Event

• Fri, 17 Jul, 7:00 pm

  Brit Fest - Melbourne

  Max Watt's House of Music · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 12:00 am

  DANCE THRU THE DECADES (MELBOURNE LAUNCH)

  The Emerald Peacock · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 12:00 am

  Chasing Lana 'State Of Mind' Tour @ Cherry Bar, Melbourne

  Cherry Bar, Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 12:00 am

  TEMPTATIONS • JULY EDITION

  Chaise Lounge · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 12:00 am

  Stamina Melbourne 2026

  Banana Alley Vaults/Flinders St · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 12:00 am

  $20 Entry & Free Shot @ Billboard Saturdays

  170 Russell St · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 10:00 am

  Metro Comic Con Melbourne 2026 | Pop Culture & Comic Convention

  Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) · Event

• Sat, 18 Jul, 10:00 am

  Melbourne - DayClubbers: Rooftop Terrace Day Party!

  Top Yard Rooftop · Event

• Sun, 19 Jul, 6:00 am

  Run Melbourne 2026

  Melbourne Park Oval · Event

• Sun, 19 Jul, 6:30 am

  Run Melbourne

  Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia · Event

Where to brunch

More picks in our Melbourne Coffee Culture: A Local's Guide to the City's Cafe Scene.

Melbourne this weekend FAQ

What is there to do in Melbourne this weekend?

This guide pulls together what is on in Melbourne from Friday to Sunday: verified events, places to eat and an outdoor pick, curated by the The Daily Melbourne newsroom. Every event links back to its source so you can check times and book, and the list refreshes as new events are confirmed.

What's on in Melbourne this Saturday and Sunday?

The events section on this page covers the whole weekend, Friday through Sunday, with each listing showing the day, start time and venue. Switch to the full events calendar to see a specific day, or check back through the week as more weekend events are added.

Where can I find free things to do in Melbourne this weekend?

Many weekend listings are free community events, markets and outdoor activities, and each listing notes the price where the organiser has published it. Our outdoor pick and brunch shortlist are good starting points for a low-cost day out in Melbourne.

What will the weather be in Melbourne this weekend?

Check the Melbourne weather page for the current conditions, hourly outlook and seven-day forecast before you plan your weekend. It is updated through the day, so it is worth a look the morning you head out.