What’s on in Melbourne in February 2025

February in Melbourne is the last month of summer, with the long, hot days continuing.

The school holidays are over, crowds are thinning – but there are still plenty of events going on around the city. From festivals and live music to art exhibitions and outdoor activities, Melbourne is a hub of culture and entertainment all year round, and February is definitely no exception.

Here’s a curated selection of some of the coolest must-dos happening this month!

Melbourne weather in February

The average temperature in Melbourne in February is between 19°C and 35°C during the day, with overnight temperatures between 11°C and 20°C.

There’s usually little rain, with just 6.2mm falling last February throughout the entire month.

Check the forecast online or check out more summer in Melbourne details.

Pack plenty of sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses to protect yourself from the hot sun!

Public holidays in Melbourne in February

Booooo, there are no public holidays in February in Melbourne or Victoria 🙁

Major events and festivals in February

Check back regularly throughout the month – I’ll keep this page updated as I hunt down more events!

Midsumma Festival

Melbourne’s premier LGBTQI+ festival, ending with a huge, festive Pride Parade.

Chinese Lunar New Year

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon as Chinatown comes alive with traditional lion dances, music and food to celebrate Lunar New Year. It’s an event not to be missed.

Theatre, film and music

St Jerome’s Laneway Festival

The festival that began in Melbourne’s laneways is back after a huge hiatus due to Covid. Local and international acts are on the line-up, including Charli XCX, Beabadoobee and Olivia Dean.

St Kilda Festival

Join this free celebration of Australian music, summer and St Kilda. Saturday, the first day of the festival, includes an incredible line-up of First Nations artists.

Sidney Myer Music Bowl free concert series

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra puts on a series of free concerts under the stars. These classical music concerts are popular, so get there early with your picnic blanket. Gates open at 5.30pm with entry on a first-in basis, and the concerts start at 7.30pm.

Tina: Tina Turner the Musical

The life of the Queen of Rock ‘n Roll on stage – with all the hits you know.

Candelight Concert Series with Fever

Fever brings their stunning candlelit concerts to venues across Melbourne. There’s everything from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake to tributes to Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse and Aretha Franklin.

Darkfield

Are you brave enough to step into this shipping container in complete darkness and experience the immersive performances?

Beauty and the Beast

The much-loved classic tale comes to the stage in a spectacular performance.

The Fans Strike Back

Immerse yourself in a galaxy far, far away with this huge collection of items from the Famous Saga.

Melbourne Magic Show

Have your mind blown by the magic and illusion of Master Magician Luke Hocking.

Museums and art

Nocturnal: Heart to Heart

Head into Melbourne Museum after dark and celebrate all things love this Galentine’s Day or Valentine’s Day Eve.

Yayoi Kusama exhibition

Distinctive, bold and colourful are words often used to describe 95-year-old Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama’s works. And now you can see them for yourself at this stunning exhibition at the NGV.

Antopia

Discover the secret life of ants through state-of-the-art visuals and interactive exhibits.

The Art of Banksy: Without Limits

The Art of Banksy: Without Limits features more than 180 artworks, such as certified art, prints on different kinds of materials, photos, sculptures, installations, digital installations, murals and mapping shows.

Van Gogh at The Lume

This summer will see the return of The Lume’s inaugural exhibition, centred on Van Gogh. This is also the last season of The Lume, so go see it while you can.

Melbourne Out Loud: Life Through the Lens of Rennie Ellis

Known for his uncanny ability to slip into all kinds of social circles, this collection from photographer Rennie Ellis are a portrait of Melbourne.

Cats and Dogs

Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, animal lovers will enjoy this new exhibition at the NGV that explores humanity’s deep connection to these animals.

Ocean Photographer of the Year

Discover some of the most breathtaking images of our oceans – and learn more about why we need to protect them.

Planetarium Nights

Head to Scienceworks for an adults-only, after dark experience. February’s events include Big Astronomy (journey to remote observatories in Chile’s Andes Mountains and the Atacama Desert) and Particle/Wave (an immersive multimedia exploration of gravitational waves).

Monopoly Dreams

Immerse yourself in giant Monopoly sets, win prizes and – most importantly – stay out of jail!

Experience the Dome Promenade

One of Melbourne’s most iconic buildings has opened a hidden part that hasn’t been accessible to the public for 100 years.

Sporting and outdoor events in Melbourne in February

Open Air at the Square

Fed Square puts on a range of outdoor events, from films to candlelight concerts and live music – all for free.

Moonlight Cinema

Catch a flick under the stars in the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens.

Summer Night Market at QVM

Queen Vic Market’s Summer Night Markets are back every Wednesday night, bringing an extravaganza of delicious food, entertainment and locally made goods.

Sunset Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo

Dusk is when wild animals are their most active, and you can catch all the action on a Werribee Open Range Zoo Sunset Safari.

Food events

Valentine’s Day mystery picnic

Grab your loved one for a Mystery Picnic. You’ll receive clues that will lead you to shops around Melbourne to pick up your picnic treats, then enjoy them together in one of Melbourne’s parks.

Community festivals and events

Summer Jam 2025

Have fun at this family-friendly streetball event that includes basketball matches featuring top-tier talent, including the Koorie Academy Allstars, live music, streetwear showcases, and food trucks and stalls.

Afro-Caribbean Carnival

A free celebration of Afro-Caribbean music, food, costume and sound-system culture, with performances from international guests.

Fairfield in Feb

Head to Fairfield Amphitheatre for two evenings of free concerts – and delicious food.

Antipodes Lonsdale Street Greek Festival

Join in on Melbourne’s biggest Greek street party, with music, activities and of course plenty of feasting.

National Sustainability Festival

The largest and longest-running sustainability-themed event in Australia, the festival aims to inspire and provide solutions to the sustainability and climate challenges we currently face.

What are you most excited to see and do in February in Melbourne?