25 Free Events, Activities and Things to Do in Melbourne

If you’re in Melbourne on a budget, don’t worry, there are plenty of events for you to choose from, too. Check out the article where we put together a list of activities and events you won’t have to pay for! If you’re into sports, you’ll be able to find a free running group or a yoga class. Do you like music? There’s a free concert waiting for you! Keen on art? Find an exhibition or a museum free of charge! Whatever it is that sparks your interest, you can always have fun in Melbourne even with a tight budget.

There are free lifestyle gatherings and cultural events to enjoy in Melbourne. You won't miss online happenings… It’s so easy to find something that suits you!
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Glow Winter Arts Festival
Glow Winter Arts Festival 2023 - a 'must do' on Melbourne's cultural calendar. glowfestival.com.au | FREE EVENT Lighten up after …
15 June - 18 June 2023
Subculture Festival Australia 2023
Behold! After captivating audiences and earning worldwide recognition as an elite trance experience, the long-awaited Subculture Melbourne 2023 is finally …
10 June
Free HR Workshop: How to Manage Difficult Employees – Belgrave
Is managing a difficult employee consuming all your time? Wondering how to tackle this complicated situation? Attend our HR event …
8 June
MAPh | Free guided tour
Explore the themes and ideas behind the current exhibitions, learn more about the artists, take a deep dive into individual …
14 June
Personalise Your Plastic
Use your imagination and our craft supplies to upcycle your cleaning plastic product bottles. After you decorate your refillable plastic …
8 June
Late Night Craft and Conversation - Adult Program (Point Cook)
Craft and Conversation - CD mosaic wall hangers Are you a craft lover? Join our special once-off program to learn …
8 June
Youth Take Over Night
Looking for something to do on a Friday night? Join us on select Fridays, once a month, for "Youth Take …
16 June
Kings & Kweens by SOL CLUB EDITION
Welcome to our first SOL CLUB EDITION event at the newly renovated BAROQ HOUSE this King's Birthday Weekend! A new …
9 June - 10 June 2023
Lyrics with a Stain
Melbourne’s FAVOURITE Hip Hop/RnB event is here for another year! Join us for a free all-ages event to experience what …
15 June
KonnectFEST - Melbourne - Frankston and Surrounding Areas
KonnectFEST is all about creating a community like no other, at our events we don’t have booths or banners. I …
9 June
Hume Winter Lights Festival 2023
Hume Winter Lights Festival is back! Our award-winning festival returns with more live music, local art, light projections, roving performances, …
17 June
Free Guided Geelong Gallery Tour for NDIS Participants
Plan Tracker invites you to join our FREE guided Geelong Gallery tour of the Phenomena exhibition. The 'Art + Connect' …
14 June - 17 June 2023
Become a Pool Lifeguard | Free Training for 17-24s in Merri-bek
Get a job as a pool lifeguard! We're running free training during the July school holidays to help you become …
3 July - 5 July 2023
June Crafternoon
Join our crafty community for an afternoon of causal creating at Sticky Institute: Second Location*. This is perfect opportunity to …
11 June
Glow Winter Arts Festival
Glow Winter Arts Festival 2023 - a 'must do' on Melbourne's cultural calendar. glowfestival.com.au | FREE EVENT Lighten up after …
15 June - 18 June 2023
Youth Take Over Night
Looking for something to do on a Friday night? Join us on select Fridays, once a month, for "Youth Take …
16 June
Hume Winter Lights Festival 2023
Hume Winter Lights Festival is back! Our award-winning festival returns with more live music, local art, light projections, roving performances, …
17 June
Winter White ❄️ Melbourne Singles Boat Party
Winter White Melbourne Singles Boat Party Sunday, June 11th (long weekend) *** [ EARLY BIRD TICKETS: ON SALE - 16 …
11 June
Free Webinar: Overcome From The Impacts Of Childhood Trauma In 3 Months
I'm gifting you this medicinal webinar for free because I want you to stop living in the past and start …
13 June
Lyrics with a Stain
Melbourne’s FAVOURITE Hip Hop/RnB event is here for another year! Join us for a free all-ages event to experience what …
15 June
Kings & Kweens by SOL CLUB EDITION
Welcome to our first SOL CLUB EDITION event at the newly renovated BAROQ HOUSE this King's Birthday Weekend! A new …
9 June - 10 June 2023
Kids Toy Swap
A sustainable and environmentally friendly way to change up your child's toys! We will have preloved library books for participants …
17 June
PURPLELUV REMEMBERING PRINCE MICROPHONE & PERCUSSION SHOW
CALLING ALL PURPLE PEEPS.... PRINCE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION WEEK!! SATURDAY 10TH JUNE ☆"PURPLELUV REMEMBERING PRINCE MICROPHONE & PERCUSSION SHOW" LIVE!!! ☆ …
10 June - 11 June 2023
Refugee Week Interfaith Planting - Youth caring for nature
Program All are welcome to attend this free planting activity with the Hume Interfaith Network and Hume City Council. There …
24 June
Free HR Workshop: How to Manage Difficult Employees – Southbank
Is managing a difficult employee consuming all your time? Wondering how to tackle this complicated situation? Attend our HR event …
21 June
Whichever event you decide to attend, we’re sure you will have lots of fun! To find even more exciting events, explore Melbourne by category: check the latest beauty and fashion trends, make new friends, enjoy a concert of your favorite band, go spiritual, relish art, party like never before, take a tour, polish a skill, advance in your career, get healthy, enjoy some family time, get down to the IT business, or find an activity you can do at home.
The choice is yours!