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Looking for the best things to do in Melbourne in August 2026? From blockbuster food festivals and pop-up markets to immersive art shows, live music gigs and family-friendly events, Melbourne is heaving with must-see happenings.

Our editor reckons these 10 restaurants, from casual to fine dining are the best restaurants in Melbourne as of 2026. How many have you been to?

The food news has been coming in thick and fast in Melbourne, and to make sure that you're across Melbourne's food and bev movements, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know in a handful of digestible servings.

Here are the best movies and TV series to stream on HBO Max Australia. 

 With a stacked calendar of festivals and events lighting up regional Victoria, the season’s never looked so good.

Morgan Reardon sat down with dinner-party hostess and proud mum of Macabee, Jess Murphy. 

The merry season in Melbourne is drawing near, and it’s time to get those Christmas photos sorted! 

Want to stay up-to-date about what's happening in your city? We've got all the latest goss on what's happening in Melbourne right here.

Looking for somewhere new to eat in Melbourne? The city is brimming with new restaurants, from special occasion cocktail bars in the CBD to unfussy Italian with moody lighting primed for date night in South Yarra. 

Her first Australian shows since 2024 will hit Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne next November.

Whether it's a foodie find or a magical night market, Melbourne’s serving up another weekend of top-tier happenings. 

In a city as culturally rich and diverse in venues as Melbourne, it’s not often we get an opening that truly feels like something we haven’t seen before, but that might be about to change with the opening of Flair. 

This is your beginner's guide to getting into social running for 2026 and beyond.

If you’re craving a getaway to Brisbane, but have already ticked off all of the usual suspects, we’ve got the goods for you. 

There are a range of different ways to escape the city and into Victoria's amazing regional areas—but out of all the quirky getaway options out there, we think tiny homes top the charts.

Here’s what we’d tell our first-home buyer selves. 

Adelaide, and its stunning hinterland regions, are serving up the perfect cool-weather escapes for adventure and a taste of culture this winter, steeped in relaxation and reconnection with yourself and nature.

Tasmania's incredible landscape is a treasure map for the thoughtful adventurer. These are the best eco-friendly experiences, hyper-local dining options, off-grid adventures and community-building experiences in Tassie. 

From Shadow Baking's choc chip cookies to Pinco Deli's scrolls, these sweet deals are just a codeword away.

From a juicy Gigi's burger to Queens doughnuts, these electric deals are just a code word away.

1 Hotel Melbourne is pushing the boundaries in the accommodation space. A wellness hub, world-class dining experiences and an eco-friendly sanctuary all in one.

Whether you’re seven or 17, fun for the whole family awaits at Walt Disney World Resort.  

Spoil your pup in 2026 with the cutest, most practical dog gifts—from cosy knits and playful toys to stylish everyday gear—that both dogs and their humans will love.

Planning a budget-friendly holiday? These affordable Northern Territory experiences deliver maximum bang for your buck.

The NFL is hosting its first-ever regular-season game in Australia on Friday 11 September, and it's set to be huge. Though if we're being honest, we might be a little more invested in the halftime show: The Jonas Brothers have been announced as the official headliners, and the supporting lineup of Aussie acts is burnin’ up, too. 

Here's how to make a winter getaway even more worthwhile.

Build your own four- to five-day Uluṟu getaway with stays, eats and unforgettable experiences to suit every budget, from campgrounds to swanky hotels and dining beneath the desert sky.

Ready to plan your next getaway? Discover the top 59 places to stay in Australia for 2026, from secluded forest cabins to luxurious beachside resorts.

Kick back and dive into the best Disney+ has to offer in Australia and New Zealand for 2026.

Velocity is offering up to 20% bonus Velocity Points on eligible bank rewards transfers this month. And with some pretty major RBA payment reforms kicking in from 1 October, pointsmaxxers might want to make their next move sooner rather than later.

Fresh local produce, goods crafted by local creatives, and vintage bargains—Melbourne markets are some of the best, and well worth a Sunday morning peruse with coffee in hand.

If your dating strategy currently begins and ends with “restaurant, then Netflix”, Melbourne is begging you to do better.

The heart of Melbourne, the CBD. We've got heaps of good restaurants here in Melbourne and Victoria as a whole. Whether you're looking for Flinders Lane restaurants or you're just looking to tuck into some affordable fare, we've nailed down the best.

Consignment, vintage, flea, thrift–Melbourne’s packed with all the secondhand stores you could ever dream of.

Skip the south side/north side arguments this weekend, because Melbourne's city centre is a brunch destination of its own right. Here are the best (neutral ground) spots for brunch in Melbourne CBD. 

In Melbourne, coffee isn't just a drink; it's a daily ritual and a passionate debate. Whether you’re en route to work, waiting in line at your favorite cafe, or clutching your morning brew, conversations about Melbourne’s best coffee are always brewing. 

There’s nothing better than a good soak. It heals the body, mind, and soul, and if it’s a particularly rejuvenating bathing experience—you might just emerge from the heavenly water feeling re-born. Here are the best Melbourne bathhouse and sauna experiences that will do just that. 

No one ever said self-love had to be practiced solo, as far as we’re concerned, treating yourself to a massage and letting someone else do all the hard work is the epitome of self-love. So, what is the best massage in Melbourne? From deep tissue massages to relaxation wonderland, we’ve rounded up the best spots to get some quality R&R for all kinds of budgets. 

Meredith Music Festival is returning for its 34th instalment, bringing three days and two nights of live music, camping and late-night revelry to the Supernatural Amphitheatre this December.

Stay updated with the best movies and documentaries on Netflix Australia this month. Your ultimate streaming guide is here.

Be nice to each other, because hot new extra Olivia Dean tickets just dropped across all her Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland shows this spring. 

There’s no sugar-coating it: buying your first home can be a bank-breaking, budget-balancing, life-altering rollercoaster that tests you beyond your patience, spreadsheet skills and sanity. 

Crispy potatoes, cacio e pepe aioli and a carafe of Victorian wine?

Let’s hear some apaws for the best dog food in Australia in 2026. These healthy, well-trusted options will keep your pooch positively thriving.

"These are the places that always draw me back—and a few local favourites worth checking out."

Opa! Melbourne's favourite floating bar is coming back for its eleventh season, and this year it’s had a full Greek Island-inspired makeover.

If you’re looking for your next obsession, Ryan Murphy and Disney+ have got the goods. 

Between negative gearing and capital gains tax, there are loads of hot-button reforms to wrap your heads around with the latest federal budget. 

“Everything I've ever written has had to be autobiographical. Otherwise I really struggle.”

Planning the perfect romantic escape for your plus one can be tough when life is hectic. So Urban List has done the hard work for you, searching high and low to bring you the best romantic getaways in Victoria. 

If your next overseas holiday has been discussed at length in the group chat but never quite made it past the “we should book something” stage, Virgin Australia has just supplied the necessary push.

From family-friendly breweries to premium waterside dining, here’s your hitlist of accessible gems for the great southern capital.

Adelaide is more than the city of festivals; it’s the city of seriously good food. 

If there’s one thing Melbourne loves, it’s dining out. This melting pot of world flavours and edible storytelling speaks to the heart of every die-hard food fan here.

We caught up with Ellie Cole to discuss the state of accessible dining and kick off our Welcome Dining collaboration with Toyota and Sociability.

Here’s a heap of beauty and wellness gift ideas for someone in your life who could use some ‘me time.'

Dads can be notoriously hard to buy for, but with Father's Day creeping up, we hate to remind you that right now is the time to nail the best gift.

Carlton's King & Godfree precinct, home to Johnny's Green Room, Garfield Pizzeria and Pidapipo, has officially welcomed Italian restaurant and wine room Delmonte to its iconic Carlton corner.

It’s a fast-changing economy right now, but for Melburnian first-home buyers or builders who’ve saved their deposit, it’s looking good.

Whether you're a seasoned BTV camper or a first-timer ready to enter your festival era, here’s everything you need to know before packing the car and hitting the road.