A selection of six of the best events from a thoroughly stellar line-up, happening at Midsumma Festival between 19 April and 5 May.
Singer looking up with eyes closed. Midsumma Festival signage in the background
Events & Tourism
These stories and associated images and/or video listed on these pages were produced before physical distancing regulations were introduced in Victoria.
Image of moon in museum
A Super Full Moon rising for Melbourne’s nocturnal winter festival
When the moon rises above the horizon from 26 May to 6 June, the city of Melbourne will come alive after dark with a new winter festival.
People looking for gold with detectors
Golden opportunities for a memorable regional trip
A new guide for prospectors has just been released, full of tips and tricks for anyone interested in having some fossicking fun.
Painting by Mirka Mora
From Holocaust survivor to iconic artist: Mirka Mora retrospective opens in St Kilda
Mirka Mora’s famously colourful, uplifting art spanning a 70-year career celebrates love, hope and resilience.
Owners of the Mallacoota's Greek Soul Food in front of their portable food business..
Dreams come true for Mallacoota’s Greek Soul Food
VIDEO: The Mallacoota bushfires destroyed Carol & Paul family business, but a grant from the Victorian Government helped them get back on their feet.
Exhibition at ACMI with film reel
Lights, Camera, Action! ACMI reopens after major development
VIDEO: The new and improved Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) at Federation Square is now open. Take our tour.
Actor singing at the stage performance of Come From Away
Come From Away raises the curtain in Melbourne to standing ovations
After its first season was cut short in 2020 due to coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, Come From Away has made an emotional return to the stage.
Installation View - Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion
A regional art tour: 5 galleries to visit this summer
In the mood for a cultural fix over the holiday season? Look no further. These five regional galleries have you sorted.
Artist impression of the Gargarro Regional Botanic Gardens
Sowing the seeds for Northern Victorian tourism
Gargarro Regional Botanic Garden is set to be a major attraction for the Goulburn Valley and Loddon Mallee region.
Outdoor tables, courtyard of restaurant
Geelong café goes al fresco with its COVIDSafe Plan
A Geelong café reveals how the COVIDSafe plan is helping business.
Image from the Kaws exhibition
KAWS & effect: experience a pop culture phenomenon
VIDEO: While we can’t visit the National Gallery of Victoria at the moment, you still have an opportunity to see the exhibition online.
Man looking out in the horizon
Plan your trip to the High Country – getting back to Regional Victoria
Support Victoria's bushfire-affected regions. Discover Visit Victoria's recommendations for the High Country.
Panoramic view of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo
The Great Stupa of Universal Compassion unveiled in Bendigo
VIDEO: Bendigo is home to the largest Buddhist monument in the western world after the addition of a decorative four-metre finial on top.
Man playing the guitar
High Country Comeback: Melbourne rallies for bushfire relief
WATCH THE VIDEO: Melburnians are helping those who need it most following the bushfires.
From The Land, Castlemaine Art Museum. Image credit: Brodie Ellis.
Exhibitions to inspire: regional galleries showcase
Feed your mind and soul, and be inspired by all things arty at these regional exhibitions over the coming months.
Charred walls of the La Mama gutted by fire
La Mama Theatre set to return to the cultural stage in 2021
After fire gutted Carlton's La Mama Theatre last year, we speak to Co-CEO & Creative Director Liz Jones about the rebuild.
Projections of a trees and eye on old silos
Sunshine silos light up Melbourne’s West
The Sunshine Silos Projection Festival celebrated the area’s rich industrial history, cultural diversity and enthusiasm for community projects.
Sally Capp, Lord Mayor of Melbourne
Lord Mayor Sally Capp heads up conference to empower female students
Sally Capp will present the keynote address at the Future Female conference, focusing on international women studying in Victoria.
