What’s On

Experience Australia’s biggest sporting spectacle as the AFL season reaches its thrilling climax, with electrifying atmosphere, fierce competition, and a packed MCG roaring for victory.

Saturday 27th September, 2025
MCG, Melbourne

Celebrate a week of fashion, racing, and glamour at Flemington, where world-class thoroughbreds, lavish marquees, and Melbourne’s social elite gather for an unmissable Spring Racing Carnival.

Saturday 1st November – Saturday 8th November, 2025
Flemington Racecourse

Witness the pinnacle of rugby league as the top two teams battle for glory under the lights, with a charged atmosphere and spectacular entertainment at Accor Stadium.

Sunday 5th October, 2025
Accor Stadium, Sydney

An iconic cricket tradition, watch Australia face England in the Ashes at the MCG on Boxing Day, combining fierce rivalry with a festive summer atmosphere.

Friday 26th December, 2025
MCG, Melbourne

The first Grand Slam of the year brings world-class tennis, electric night sessions, and Melbourne’s summer buzz to centre stage at the iconic Australian Open.

Sunday 12th January – Sunday 1st February, 2026
Melbourne Park, Melbourne

Feel the adrenaline as Formula 1 roars into Melbourne’s Albert Park, with high-speed drama, glamorous hospitality, and a festival atmosphere on and off the track.

Thursday 12th – Sunday 15th March, 2026
Albert Park Racetrack, Melbourne

In Melbourne, it’s more than just a restaurant- it’s a rite of passage. Now, the Sydney chapter begins.

From visionary restaurateur Chris Lucas- the mind behind acclaimed dining destinations Chin Chin, Society and Yakimono- Grill Americano has become one of Melbourne’s most celebrated tables. Nestled on Flinders Lane, it’s a space where old-world Italian charm meets the drama of woodfired cooking, elevated by impeccable service and the kind of glamour that lingers long after dessert. This spring, Grill Americano opens its doors in Sydney. Expect moody lighting, marble-draped interiors, deep velvet textures and the hum of a room where every detail has been considered. On the menu: handmade pastas, butter-drenched lobster and signature wood-grilled steaks, kissed by flame and finished with finesse.

From the team behind Tipo 00 and Osteria Ilaria, Harriot blends French influence with seasonal Victorian produce. Chef James Kelly crafts refined plates like Great Ocean duck three ways and truffle-laden pasta, paired with Justin Howe’s 500-bottle wine list spanning esoteric finds and celebrated names from both hemispheres.

Monday to Friday, 12pm - 11pm
Saturday, 5pm - 11:30pm
- 555 Collins Street Melbourne 3000

Chef Mark Hannell and Rebecca Baker opened Reed House, a cozy restaurant in an 1859 bluestone building. The menu blends old-school British dishes with creative twists, complemented by inventive cocktails and a diverse wine list, all served in intimate, warm spaces with fireplaces and courtyard views.

Tuesday to Friday, 12-2:30pm, 5-10pm
Saturday, 4:30-11pm
Sunday, 12-3:30pm
- 130 Lonsdale Street Melbourne 3000

Shane Delia’s interstate venture, Layla, opened in Brisbane’s heritage-listed Thomas Dixon Centre. The moody space hosts Delia’s signature spice-driven menu with tropical twists- king crab with charred pineapple, pistachio-crusted quail, and fresh seafood- paired with a 150-bottle wine list curated for Brisbane’s subtropical climate.

Thursday to Sunday, 12-10:30pm
Tuesday, 5:30-10:30pm
- Cnr Montague Road &, Raven St, West End QLD 4101

For the 2025 MECCA x NGV Women in Design Commission, award-winning designer Nipa Doshi presents A Room of My Own- a handcrafted cabinet inspired by Indian Kavad shrines. Blending function and symbolism, the piece honours multigenerational female influence and personal ritual. Known for vibrant, narrative-driven work, Doshi draws on Bollywood, Indian textiles, and architecture to celebrate beauty, diversity, and cross-cultural exchange.

- Opens 25th September 2025
- National Gallery Victoria

Justin Art House Museum, founded by Charles and Leah Justin, offers intimate tours of their extensive contemporary art collection in Melbourne. Visitors explore diverse works- from painting to digital media- followed by refreshments and conversation in the Justins’ home. Emphasising cultural diversity, JAHM fosters community and personal connections, providing a unique glimpse into the life of passionate art collectors.
*Numbers are strictly limited to a maximum of 25 per visit.

Bookings are essential
- 3 Lumley Ct, Prahran VIC 3181

Sydney Fringe Festival celebrates emerging artists every September, showcasing hundreds of world premieres across diverse genres. As a not-for-profit, open-access event, it champions creativity, community, and cultural diversity. Beyond the festival, Sydney Fringe advocates for artists, activates unused spaces, and shapes a vibrant arts scene. Join the festival for eclectic, boundary-pushing performances you won’t find anywhere else.

- Running from 1st – 30th September
- Sydney CBD, NSW

Teddy Swims | OCT
7th October - Wolfbrook Arena, Christchurch
9th October - Spark Arena, Auckland
14th - 16th October – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
18th & 19th October - Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
22nd - 24th October – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
27th October – Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
29th October – RAC Arena, Perth

Fridayz Live | OCT
17th October - Showgrounds, Brisbane
18th October - Engie Stadium, Sydney
24th October - Langley Park, Perth
25th October - Marvel Stadium, Melbourne

Usher | NOV- DEC
19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 26th - Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th - Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney

MORE CONCERTS HERE

Oasis

Lady Gaga

ANNIE
Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC.

- Princess Theatre
- From July

MJ THE MUSICAL
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is set to thrill audiences in Melbourne, in the multiple Tony Award®-winning MJ the Musical.

Centred around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ the Musical goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind.

- Her Majesty’s Theatre
- September 2025

CATS! THE MUSICAL
A mysterious tribe of cats known as the Jellicles gather once a year for a magical night called the "Jellicle Choice." On this special night, they come together to decide which cat will ascend to the mystical Heaviside Layer—a place of rebirth and renewal—where the chosen cat is granted a chance to be reborn into a new life.

- Theatre Royal Sydney
- June to August 2025

THE BOOK OF MORMON
The award-winning musical The Book of Mormon returns to Sydney in 2025. From the creators of South Park, this sharp, irreverent comedy follows two mismatched missionaries on assignment in Uganda. Since its 2011 Broadway debut, it’s become a global phenomenon- praised for its bold humour, clever writing, and unforgettable performances.

- Capitol Theatre
- 15th July - 26th October