Major Events in Melbourne

Melbourne is busy all year round with events. If you are travelling to Melbourne over a weekend, always book your Melbourne accommodation well ahead. The types of things that fill the calendar include, sporting events, national conferences and trade fares, public holidays, etc. The busiest times for accommodation in Melbourne would be The Australian Open Tennis, Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup/Racing Carnival, Gift Fair (trade fair), Australian Rules Football weekends, especially the finals and New Years Eve. Select an event below for information and suggestions of accommodation in Melbourne close to the relevant venues.



Australian Rules Football ( AFL )

and Accommodation close to the MCG, Etihad Arena and Skilled Stadium in Geelong.

 

Australian Tennis Open

and Accommodation in Melbourne near Rod Laver Arena.

 

Gift Fairs and other trade shows.

and Accommodation in Melbourne close to the Melbourne Exhibition and Conference Centre.

Melbourne Cup

and Accommodation in Melbourne City with easy access to Flemington Race Course.

 

New Years Eve

and Accommodation in Melbourne suggestions.

 

Australia Day.

and Accommodation in Melbourne suggestions.

 

Moomba (Melbourne Festival)

and Accommodation in Melbourne close to the Moomba Festival .

 

Australian Grand Prix

and Accommodation in Melbourne close to the Grand Prix ( Albert Park ).

Melbourne Spring Fashion Week