A roundup of the best Melbourne events happening this April
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What’s on.
In quick succession, March is over and April has swept in. Known (and celebrated by many) as the month where it’s perfectly acceptable for your diet to consist of hot cross buns and chocolate eggs, there’s no shortage of events on if you’d like a moment’s reprieve from the Easter festivities.
Stay updated on the latest fashion and design events at FJ’s Events section.
For a guaranteed fun night out, there’s a long list of shows to catch as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, like Jenny Tian’s ‘When Life Gives You Oranges’ or Tilly Oddy-Black’s ‘Tilly Does A Show’. Beyond that, there’s also a handful of markets, fashion pop-ups, takeovers and even speed dating at the Victorian State Library. Find some of our favourite events below.
Apres Studio Melbourne Pop-Up
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When: Ends April 5
Rest assured, there’s still time to visit Après Studio’s Melbourne pop-up! Head to 306 Brunswick Street in Fitzroy to browse the label’s core collection, including coats, basics, dresses, pants and more.
For more details, head here.
Studio Ghibli Afternoons at Federation Square
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When: April 7 to 9
Across three days, Federation Square will be screening some of the most iconic Studio Ghibli films on the big screen, including Kiki’s Delivery Service, My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away. Sessions will run from 3pm, with a free back-to-back double-feature every day. Recline on deckchairs or bring your own picnic rug.
For more details, head here.
Be Right Back Garage Sale
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When: April 11 to 12
Be Right Back is hosting a weekend garage sale, with a collection of samples, seconds, fabrics, hardware and more at discounted prices. There will also be vintage and secondhand designer clothing, with an extra 20 per cent off the label’s summer styles.
For more details, head here.
Ability Fest
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When: April 11
Ability Fest, Australia’s first accessible and inclusive music festival, is back for its sixth edition. Held at the Timberyard in Port Melbourne, this year’s event will feature a more intimate, warehouse-style experience focusing on electronic genres, with all proceeds going directly to the Dylan Alcott Foundation.
For more details, head here.
The Makers and Shakers Market
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When: April 18 to 19
Held over two days, The Makers and Shakers will takeover the Royal Exhibition Building with a lineup of stalls featuring locally made homewares and slow fashion. As well as workshops, product tastings and DJ’s, there will be food from Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca, Hareruya Pantry Wonderbao and more. Entry is $6 for adults.
For more details, head here.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
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When: March 25 to April 19
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is returning for another year. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, this milestone lineup is set to feature almost 800 shows spread out at venues across the city. Attend ensemble shows, including Opening Night Comedy Allstars Supershow and The Great Debate, or head to a solo set from comedians including Hannah Gadsby, Jenny Tian, Josh Thomas and Cath Ebbs (and plenty more).
For more details, head here.
Stay Soft Studio Market
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When: April 25
Stay Soft Studio is hosting the last market of the summer season. Held at Collingwood Yards from 2pm to 9pm, it will have pre-loved clothing and local brands on offer, as well as food and live music.
For more details, head here.
Westwood x Kawakubo Exhibition and NGV Friday Nights
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When: Every Friday until April 17
Catch the last of the NGV’s Friday Night series. In addition to exhibition access to Westwood x Kawakubo, each Friday night the NGV will transform into a stage for some of Australia’s most exciting names, including Breaking and Entering, Adriana, DJ Manchild, Yo! Mafia, Small Fry, Claire Knight, Tanzer, Yeo and Danny Issues.
For more details, head here.
Revamp Market Prahran Residency
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When: April 24 and 26
Revamp Clothing Trade is teaming up with Prahran Market for a series of sustainable fashion markets. Expect a lineup of over 30 pre-loved clothing stalls, spanning styles, sizes and price points. There will also be DJs, food trucks and a bar, with free entry.
For more details, head here.
Made in Bangladesh Film Screening
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When: April 29
As part of the world’s largest annual fashion activism campaign, Fashion Revolution Week, Ethical Clothing Australia will present a special screening of Made in Bangladesh on Wednesday, April 29 from 6pm at ACMI, Federation Square, Melbourne. The film explores the working conditions and social challenges faced by garment workers, inviting audiences to reflect on ethical production, labour rights and the human cost behind the global fashion industry.
For more details, head here.
Speed Dating at State Library Victoria: Queer Session
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When: April 29
Melbourne-based in-person dating series Crush Club is teaming up with State Library Victoria this month to host one of the city’s largest queer speed dating events. Set beneath the Library’s iconic dome and in The Ian Potter Queen’s Hall, singles will rotate through five-minute one-on-one dates, guided by conversation prompts designed to spark laughter, flirtation and connection. The ‘Straight Session’ on April 28 has a waitlist here.
For more details, head here.
Slowpoke Diner Sundays
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When: Every Sunday until June 7
Slowpoke Diner Sundays is a new rotating takeover series, where chefs from some of Melbourne’s best venues will step into Slowpoke’s kitchen and add their personal touch to the restaurant’s iconic cheeseburgers. The lineup includes chefs from Taquito, Leonardo’s Pizza Palace, Akimbo and more.
For more details, head here.
To explore more events on in Melbourne, head here.
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