Newsletter #898 What's On this Week
Published: Tue, 03/12/24
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Newsletter: What's On | 12 - 18 March 2024 What's On Melbourne Newsletter Tuesday 12th March 2024 - Monday 18th March 2024 Featured This Week A Taste of Ireland BBC Earth Experience Brunswick Op Shop Grand Opening Ethiopian Food and Music Festival Africa Groundhog Day | The Musical HAVASI Pure Piano Tour Herb & Chilli Festival Impossible Occurrences! Melbourne Magic Show Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years Of Genius Marshmallow Laser Feast Meatstock | Music & Meat Festival Melbourne Celtic Festival - St Paddy's Day Melbourne Food & Wine Festival Mother's Day Lunch Cruise Port of Melbourne Boat Tours Run For The Kids Ruthless! The Musical St Patrick's Day Steve McCurry ICONS Sunbury Community Festival Ricotta Festival The Eagles Story Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition Top Arts 2024 Triennial WICKED | The Musical Wyndham Festival for Healthy Living Yarra Valley Wool & Handicrafts Show Free Every Tuesday Stay safe - Be kind - Be Melbourne!  Melbourne Celtic Festival 2024St Patrick's Day Weekend: 16th + 17th March 2024 @ Mission to Seafarers
Get your entire family and all your mates together to enjoy a stellar line-up of Celtic musicians across 3 indoor stages and a garden stage at this community event that promises the best Craic in town in 2024.
 Brunswick Op Shop Grand OpeningSaturday 16th March 2024 - 11am-4pm @ 145 Lygon St
Join the Brotherhood of St Laurence newly relocated Brunswick Op Shop Grand Opening Party!
 HAVASI Pure Piano TourFriday 24th May 2024 @ Hamer Hall
Don't miss the virtuoso pianist and musical visionary Havasi as he returns to Australia. Having performed at the world's most prestigious concert halls he is regarded as one of the rare contemporary composers with a rock-star like charisma.
 Mike Reed: Eyes On IndiaPhotography Exhibition @ Wolfhound Gallery - Fitzroy
29th February 2024 - 17th March 2024
Mike Reed discovers a beautiful colourful friendly and endearing nation through Mumbai New Delhi Rajasthan and Varanasi.
 Mother's Day Lunch CruiseSunday 12th May 2024 @ Southbank Promenade
Treat your mum to an unforgettable Mother's Day experience with our luxurious Mother's Day lunch cruise on the picturesque Yarra River. Our skilled chefs have curated a delectable three-course meal, ensuring every bite is a delight. Show your appreciation for Mum with this special and indulgent experience, courtesy of Melbourne River Cruises.
 A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance SensationA Taste of Ireland returns with a performance that is 'Celtic' for this decade. Laugh cry and jig into the night with a show that has entertained thousands.
2024 Tour Possum Magic | The MusicalFeaturing spellbinding magic puppetry and original music Monkey Baa's award-winning team has turned the whimsical world of the book into an exciting live experience for audiences aged 3-8 and their families.
 Possum Magic @ Alexander Theatre 5-7 April 2024 Possum Magic @ Geelong Arts Centre - 12+13 April 2024 BABBA - 30th Anniversary Celebration ShowsA BABBA show is an electrifying experience that transports audiences back to the glory days of ABBA. With stunning costumes captivating choreography and pitch-perfect renditions of the band's greatest hits.
2024 sees these talented and passionate performers celebrating their 30th Anniversary year bringing the infectious energy of ABBA to life on stage.
 The Eagles Story - 2024 ShowsThe Eagles Story - Australia's Premier Eagles Experience is a celebration of the iconic American rock band The Eagles.
With incredible attention to detail the performers bring the band's legendary music to life in a way that is both authentic and electrifying.
The respect for the original band by members Pete McCarthy Gary Young Paul Gales Norm McNaughton & Steve Wells are the driving force that continues to ensure that each in their own right 'Take it to the Limit'
 Magic & Illusion - Dinner & ShowMind blowing magic right before your eyes. Every Friday night witness miracles upclose with award-winning magician Luke Hocking at Melbourne's #1 magic & illusion show at the 5 Star Marriott Hotel.
 Run For The KidsSunday 17th March 2024 - Docklands Melbourne
The Herald Sun | Transurban Run for the Kids is a fun exciting and unique event that directly benefits the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
 St Patrick's Day - Sunday 17th March 2024In Australia, thousands of people of Irish descent or who fancy themselves as Irish at heart, are expected to celebrate Ireland's national day and the traditional feast day of the country's patron saint, Saint Patrick.
 SunFest 2024 | Sunbury Community FestivalSaturday + Sunday 16+17 March 2024 @ Sunbury Village Green
SunFest offers great attractions with talented local entertainers, dancers, choirs and children’s entertainment.
 Melbourne Food & Wine FestivalFriday 15th March 2024 - Sunday 24th March 2024
Spanning across 10 days, the MFWF program is jam-packed, featuring over 300 events across the city and surrounding suburbs, with Federation Square serving as the festival's epicentre.
 Ricotta FestivalSunday 17th March 2024 @ That's Amore Cheese - Thomastown
The one-day family-friendly event will be bigger and better than ever, with more culinary delights from food stalls, drinks bars, local marketplace vendors, entertainment for all ages and demonstrations from Melbourne's favourite chefs.
 Herb & Chilli FestivalSaturday 16th March 2024 + Sunday 17th March 2024 @ Wandin
Australia's hottest weekend! Explore over 80 stalls offering a wide range of spicy chilli and other great products. Sample tongue-tingling sauces, rubs, and marinades, and discover tantalizing drinks that will add an extra kick to your palate.
 Meatstock | Music & Meat FestivalSaturday 16th March 2024 - Sunday 17th March 2024 @ Bendigo Showgrounds
A Carnivore's Paradise of BBQ, Music and Madness! It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live-fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.
 National Trust's Vintage Clothing Sale 2024Saturday 16th March 2024 + Sunday 17th March 2024 @ Abbotsford Convent
With vintage clothes, high end and designer wear, shoes, handbags, scarves and belts, millinery and jewellery, men’s and children’s clothes, there is something for everyone. There is the usual collection of linen, fabric and haberdashery and an interesting array of collectables. For one weekend only, we will fill the massive Magdalen Laundry at the Abbotsford Convent.
 Yarra Valley Wool & Handicrafts ShowSunday 17th March 2024 @ Mooroolbark Community Centre
The Yarra Valley Wool and Handicrafts Show is back for it's fifth year and will be bigger than ever with competitions, a fashion parade, demonstrations, yarn sales, and a big makers market.
 Wyndham Festival for Healthy LivingSaturday 16th March 2024 @ Youth Services - Hoppers Crossing
There will be school performances, bands, cultural performance, World Kitchen, circus, arts workshops, stalls, food vans and face painting.
 Festival Africa - Celebration of Ubuntu and HarmonySunday 17th March 2024 @ Space2b Social Design - St Kilda
Brace yourselves for a day of rhythm, flavour, and community spirit as Festival Africa ignites Space2b's Art Laneway, an immersion into the heart and soul of Africa, encapsulating the essence of Ubuntu - 'humanity to others.'
 Port of Melbourne Boat ToursSaturday 16th March 2024 + Sunday 17th March 2024
Come explore the Port of Melbourne and learn about the history and operations of Australia's largest container and cargo port at our family-friendly Public Boat Tours. All proceeds are donated to Mission to Seafarers Victoria and Stella Maris Seafarer Centre.
 Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years Of GeniusOpens Saturday 16th March 2024 @ The Lume
Step inside the mind of a creative and scientific genius at the Lume’s latest immersive experience.
 March in Melbourne | so many things to doIf there was any dispute as to Australia's leading events city one only has to look at Melbourne in March to see how many first-class world events are on.
 Candlelight ConcertsEnjoy a musical experience illuminated by candlelight and performed by live musicians in some of Melbourne's most iconic venues.
 WICKED | The MusicalUntil 31st March 2024 @ Regent Theatre
The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz has won over 100 major awards including the Grammy Award and three Tony Awards. The Broadway sensation WICKED looks at what happened in the Land of Oz... but from a different angle.
 Ruthless! The MusicalUntil 24th March 2024 @ The Alex Theatre - St Kilda
Get ready for 'Ruthless the Musical,' a laugh-out-loud, high-energy show that's as campy as it is entertaining!
'Hilarious, It is beyond praise!' (New York Daily News), 'Wild amusement.' (New York Post), and 'Malicious, delicious and a total joy!' (New York Observer).
 Theatre & MusicalsGet in quick for these world-class shows now and coming soon..
 Steve McCurry ICONS: Photography Exhibition28th February 2024 - 20th April 2024 @ Seaworks Williamstown
With more than 100 large-format photographs ICONS is one of the most complete retrospectives of the career of Steve McCurry one of the main international figures in the world of photography over the last 40 years.
 Dinos Alive: An Immersive ExperienceUntil Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Fever Exhibitions Hall - Brunswick
Dinos Alive is a dinosaur exhibition featuring life-size animated replicas in an immersive Jurassic venue. Walk alongside the massive creatures that roamed our world millions of years ago!
 Marshmallow Laser Feast: Works of Nature at ACMIUntil Sunday 14th April 2024 @ ACMI
Marshmallow Laser Feast: Works of Nature illuminates the hidden forces surrounding us revealing the sublime through sensory journeys beyond our everyday perception. From the roots of a majestic Amazonian tree to the unseen branches of the body and the birth of galaxies this hypnotic immersive experience explores the rhythm that cultivates and connects all life - breath.
 Titanic: The Artefact ExhibitionUntil Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Melbourne Museum
One of the most famous tragedies in modern history the story of the Titanic and its ill-fated maiden voyage continues to enthral educate and break hearts more than 110 years since she sank to the bottom of the ocean.
This is the only exhibition in Australia to feature more than 200 real artefacts recovered directly from the wreck site. Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition focuses on the voyage's compelling human stories taking visitors on a memorable journey through the events of that fateful night.
 Blue Lotus Water Garden: Lotus Flower SeasonUntil Sunday 14th April 2024 @ Blue Lotus Water Garden - Yarra Junction
Visitors will get to see the world's most extensive collection of different lotus flower varieties which produce millions of huge flowers over this period. Highlights include Lotus Lake and Lotus Wetlands with thousands of blooms each day creating a virtual sea of flowers in every direction.
 Moonlight Cinema @ Royal Botanic GardensCelebrating 28 years of movies under the stars.
Catch the summer's biggest blockbusters new releases advanced screenings and cult classic films under a starlit cinema screen. Moonlight Cinema brings the festival atmosphere to film-watching.
 NGV TriennialFree exhibition at National Gallery of Victoria
If you only see one exhibition this year this is it! A wonderful opportunity to see our fantastic NGV water wall stained glass ceiling plus this amazing free exhibition.
NGV Triennial is a powerful and moving snapshot of the world today as captured through the work of 100 artists designers and collectives at the forefront of global contemporary practice.
 Rain RoomUntil 31st March 2024 @ Jackalope Pavilion - St Kilda
A 100 square metre field of continuous rainfall Rain Room is a responsive environment engaging all the senses allowing you to be fully immersed in the rain while simultaneously protected from it.
 Unko Museum: Poop ExperienceUntil Friday 29th March 2024 @ 360 Bourke St Melbourne
A fun and interactive exhibit with adorable and colorful poop decor! A Kawaii experience from Japan is coming to Melbourne!
The installations displays and immersive attractions within the museum revolve around the theme of 'adorable poop' creating a world where this unlikely subject becomes a work of eccentric genius. Tickets on sale now!
 BBC Earth ExperienceUntil 28th April 2024 (extended) @ Melbourne Exhibition Centre
Exclusive to Melbourne - a 360-degree walk-through audiovisual event which draws upon footage from Seven Worlds One Planet. Travel the natural world and journey across the seven continents in one epic experience narrated by David Attenborough.
 Ready-Made Meals Guide - Home DeliveredFresh and delicious meal kits delivered right to your door.
No fuss or simply ready made meals have everyone covered with express home delivery plans diet plans and weekly food plans
 Powerpal | Electricity MonitorFREE for every Victorian
Powerpal connects a smart phone to your electricity meter and shows power usage in real-time helping you to make better decisions about the way you use energy.
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