The Best Things To Do In Melbourne This Weekend (March 14 – 15)

Cricket fans won’t want to miss the action as Sheffield Shield Cricket: Victoria vs South Australia takes over Junction Oval from 14th – 17th March. As part of Australia’s notorious domestic cricket competition, this epic clash sees Victoria face off against South Australia in what promises to be an action-packed few days of test-style cricket. Expect big hits, sharp bowling, and plenty of tension as both sides battle for a strong finish to the season. With a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and the chance to see some of the country’s top players up close, this the perfect way to celebrate one of Australia’s most beloved sports. Get tickets here.

Head to the Timber Yard and explore wine and cheese from over 70 local producers. There will also be masterclasses, entertainment and more. Wine & Cheese Fest will take place on Saturday March 14.

See K-pop artists ENHYPEN, TREASURE and TAEMIN at the new Hello, Melbourne music festival. Find it at Flemington Racecourse on Saturday, March 14.

Head to Fed Square and check out the BMW Opera For All concert. In this free event, you’ll hear a selection of the most popular arias in opera. Perfect for curious newcomers and opera fans, you’ll enjoy performances from some incredible stars, along with a live orchestra. It’s all happening on Saturday March 14, from 6:30pm to 8pm. See more here.

ACMI and the ABC are celebrating 60 years of Play School! Young fans are encouraged to visit this free exhibition, and explore the behind-the-scenes of this beloved show. Play School: Come and Play! is great for those aged two to five, and is running from now until July 12. See more here.

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings at this mesmerising Candlelight Concert. Listen to the scores from the trilogy, while bathing in the gentle glow of candles. Find it at Collingwood Town Hall on Friday March 13.

Love a good murder mystery? Then you’ll love seeing Cluedo on stage. Inspired by the popular board game, and based on the 1985 film, Clue, this chaotic show has come to Melbourne. Follow a group of suspicious dinner guests, and embrace your inner detective. Find it at the Comedy Theatre.

Head to NGV and chart the careers of two influential fashion designers – Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo, founder of Comme de Garçons. Marvel at over 140 designs, including pieces from the NGV collection and loans from international museums and private collections. The Westwood | Kawakubo exhibition is now open at NGV International and will run until Sunday April 19.

Celebrate legendary performers like Maria Callas, Judy Garland, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Prince and more at the DIVA exhibition. See over 250 objects, including costumes, photography, jewellery, art and more. Find it at the Australian Museum of Performing Arts from now until April 26.

Nights out in Melbourne’s CBD are now a whole lot livelier, with a grand array of cabaret, magic, music, comedy and more entertainment at Spiegel Haus. With so much to check out, like Blanc de Blanc Encore, you’ll just have to keep coming back for more!

At the Museum of Desire, you’ll find over 20 sensory-rich experiences that explore desire and pleasure, making it a daring date night or an eye-opening day out with pals. Feeling curious?

The Mormons are back! After delighting theatregoers in 2015, The Book of Mormon is making its return to Melbourne. This hilarious, Tony Award-winning musical follows a pair of mismatched Mormon boys, who are sent on a mission to a place that’s as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. Find it at the Princess Theatre.

After delighting visitors in New York, Balloon Story has landed at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Float over to this imaginative wonderland filled with intricate sculptures made from over 400,000 balloons. Get your tickets here.

Live at the Gardens is back in Melbourne Head to the Royal Botanic Gardens, and listen to live music from world-class artists. While you’re there, enjoy a bite from food trucks and swing by the bar for a drink. There will be performances on March 6, 7, 8, 13 and 15.

Enjoy the summer nights by watching familiar favourites and new releases at Moonlight Cinema. Find it on the lush Central Lawn at Royal Botanic Gardens.

Yah Yah’s is hosting a Hudson and Connor Lookalike Competition on Saturday March 14 at 9pm. Swing by and find Melbourne’s own Hudson Williams or Connor Storrie.

In this immersive, space-filled game, you and your Crew must complete tasks around a Moon base while the Impostors blend in, pretending to work while secretly eliminating the Crew. This is your chance to take part in real-life immersive gameplay that offers a thrilling experience of deception, strategy and teamwork. Get your tickets here.

Explore the world of Formula One in this exciting exhibition. Marvel at race cars, see artefacts, have fun with interactive moments like racing simulators and more. F1: The Exhibition is now on display at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Learn more here.

The IMAX at Melbourne Museum is showcasing some incredible movies like Sinners, Dune, Oppenheimer and The Dark Knight Trilogy as part of the Best Biggest IMAX Film Festival.

Alcotraz is immersive theatre wrapped around a speakeasy, blending cinematic storytelling, vivid set design, and character-driven chaos into a 1-hour-45-minute show like no other. Will you become the warden’s snitch or a bootlegging mastermind? 

Spend a leisurely evening at St Kilda Botanical Gardens, and watch movies under the stars at Sunset Cinema. The season will run from now until March 21.

Be swept away by comedies, drama, romance and more at the Alliance Française French Film Festival. Discover the best in contemporary French cinema in the 37th edition of this incredible film festival. It will run from now until April 8. See the schedule for Melbourne here.

Experience the tragedy of the Titanic like never before with this virtual reality experience. Dive to the wreck site, then journey back in time to explore iconic spaces around the ship, such as the Grand Staircase. Along the way, you’ll meet characters based on real passengers and crew members.

Spanning over 14 acres, Blue Lotus Water Garden contains over 40 different ponds, lakes and water features. Here, you’ll find the biggest display of lotus and waterlily flowers in the Southern Hemisphere. This dreamy garden is open from December 26 to April 19.

The annual Herb and Chilli Festival is coming back to Wandin. Take a drive out to the Yarra Valley and challenge your taste buds with food and market stalls. There will also be cooking demonstrations, live music, competitions and more. The festival will take place on March 14 and 15. Learn more here.