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Melbourne
is renowned for its ability to put on spectacular shows of all shapes
and sizes. Bring the family or friends to enjoy a full days entertainment.
Melbourne regularly hosts international sporting events, exhibitions,
shows and a variety of famous street festivals. Read below to find an
event suited to your tastes.
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Australian
Open Tennis Championships
The world’s best tennis players meet at Melbourne Park for
the first Grand Slam of the year.
Where: Melbourne Park
When: January
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Heineken
Classic
Experience this prominent golf tournament, held at one of the world's
most famous golf courses.
Where: Royal Melbourne Golf Club
When: February
Chinese New Year Festival
This weekend features a range of activities and events planned
to celebrate the coming of the Year of the Rooster Chinese New
Year.
Where: Chinatown, Little Bourke Street
When: February
Melbourne International Music Festival
The Sidney Myer Music Bowl will come to life with three days of
international music and entertainment.
Where: Sidney Myer Music Bowl,
When: February
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Formula 1 Australian
Grand Prix
Each year Melbourne celebrates the first round of the FIA World Championship.
Where: Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit
When: March
The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival displays Melbourne and Victoria's
culinary delights.
Where: Various venues
When: March
LOréal
Melbourne Fashion Festival
Melbourne becomes the world capital of high fashion with the
LOréal
Melbourne Fashion Festival showcasing Australia’s top quality
fashion.
Where: Various venues
When: March
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
International comedians from around the world, join for a laugh
in Melbourne.
Where: Various venues
When: March– April
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Melbourne
International Flower and Garden Show
The spectacular Melbourne International Flower and Garden show boasts
over 10,000 cut flowers and 300 exhibitors.
Where: Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
When: April
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Melbourne
International Jazz Festival
See international, interstate and local artists covering a wide spectrum
of jazz styles in concert, club and outdoor venues.
Where: Various venues
When: May
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Good
Food & Wine Show
Treat the taste buds, sample all manner of goodies, talk to gourmet
food producers and get some great gift ideas.
Where: Melbourne Exhibition Centre
When: June
Melbourne International Animation Festival
Where: Various Venues
When: June
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Melbourne
International Film Festival
An annual showcase of outstanding film making from around the world.
Where: Various venues
When: July– August
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