Entertainment in Melbourne

Melbourne is widely hailed as the cultural capital of Australia, seeped in rich history and culture of the country, it has served as the incubator of several art forms, now synonymous with Australia. With a cosmopolitan culture, plethora of clubs and bars dotting every nook and corner of the city, a multitude of restaurants for every cuisine, a slew of effervescent festivals and events, a rich theatre tradition and one of the world's biggest casinos there is a wealth of entertainment in Melbourne offered all year round.

Here, in Melbourne one has no excuse to be bored, as this entertainment hub is always hosting some or the other art event or festivals, such as the annual International Festival of the Arts and Moomba or staging music shows and concerts with local and international stars. That apart, Melbourne's nightlife rocks with an abundance of jazz and rock pubs, as well as discos making crowds groove to its tunes. Those with a calmer disposition can enjoy the cinemas and the theatrical shows.
In Melbourne, tourists can also join in its strong tradition of outdoor and street entertainment in the summer months when a number of broad theater and music program are organized for both adults and children in most major parks and gardens. Most of these performances take place at sunset. Bourke Street Mall, outside Myer and David Jones department stores is one of the main spot in the city center, where regular street performances take place. Other popular spots include Southgate and the Victorian Arts Centre, also featuring free weekend street entertainment.

Major Entertainment Centers in Melbourne

- Victoria Visitor Information Centre, Cnr Swanston & Little Collins sts.
- Anthenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins Street
- Comedy Theatre, 240 Exhibition Street
- CUB Malthouse, 113 Sturt Street
- Forum Theatre, 154 Flinders Street
- Her Majesty's, 219 Exhibition Street
- Melbourne Town Hall, Swanston Street
- Palais Theatre, Lower Esplanade, St Kilda
- Princess Theatre, 163 Spring Street
- Regent Theatre, Collins Street
- Victorian Arts, Centre St Kilda Rd