Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

The annual Good Food and Wine Show is returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre this year on May 31 through to June 2 for a globally diverse foodtopia of epic proportions. Here you’ll get to hear from hundreds of local makers, producers and growers from across the country, see and meet your fave chefs, taste fabulous wines that you can take home with you, and the best part: eat! There'll be over 300 exhibitors showcasing the best in local and international cuisine this year. From Kenyan barbecue and South African biltong to Swiss Gruyère and premium condiment samples, the show is set to be a food lover's heaven and the perfect opportunity to expand your culinary horizons. And over at the Cooking Main Stage, a stellar line-up of celebrity chefs will share their top secrets, including Miguel Maestre, Kirsten Tibballs, Sarah Todd, Jess Pryles (host of Aussie Barbecue Heroes) and Ready Steady Cook regular Alastair McLeod.  Also featuring on the jam-packed program is a fun range of masterclasses and events. Check out Dilmah's sensory journey through the world of luxury tea and tea-inspired cocktails, interactive wine tastings and cheese pairings and lots more. It all goes down at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in South Wharf, so grab your ticket and a friend to tag along. You can buy tickets here. Prefer chocolate to cheese and wine? Hit the road to visit the Rocky Road Festival. And there's lots more happening around Melbourne this month – check

Unlock a new dimension at the 2024 edition of Oz Comic-Con, which is taking place at the Melbourne International Conference and Exhibition Centre on June 8 and 9. Some huge international stars are set to appear and meet fans, including beloved actor John Barrowman  (Doctor Who, Torchwood, Arrow) and Jim Beaver (Supernatural, Deadwood) and Melanie Scrofano (Wynonna Earp, Star Trek), with more special guests to be announced.  There will be industry talks and panels, gaming opportunities, workshops, activations, live performances, parades and plenty of exclusive merch.  At the convention, eager cosplayers can enter one of the most prestigious contests in Australia, which highlights the jaw-dropping talent and craftsmanship. Attendees will betreated to a show floor and schedule that includes Artist Alley, Gaming Zones and more. No matter what fandom you're part of, everyone's welcome. For more information and to purchase tickets, head to the Oz Comic-Con website. Looking for more fun? Here are the best things to do in Melbourne this week. 

If you've been wanting some more adventure in your life, here's the perfect inspiration. Bear Grylls – the globally-renowned adventurer, award-winning TV host and author – will return to Melbourne in January 2025, with a show named after his life motto: “courage, kindness . . . and never give up!” The Never Give Up tour will pop up in Melbourne for one night only on Tuesday, January 28 – and it’s set to be a pretty darn inspiring evening. After finding fame as one of the youngest people to climb Mount Everest at age 23, only 18 months after breaking his back in a parachuting accident, Grylls has gone on to become one of the most well-known adventurers in the world.  The real-life action man will be starting his Aussie tour in Perth on January 23, before heading to Melbourne, then Sydney on January 29 and Brisbane on February 1. Grylls will be appearing on stage at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for his event in our city.  “I’m really proud to be bringing my live show to theatres across Australia in January. The clear goal is to encourage that spirit of adventure in us, all of us. This tour feels like the right moment to be doing this, where we need to foster the spirit of courage, kindness and never giving up in all of us,” said Grylls. Pre-sale for tickets has already begun, and general sale starts on Thursday, May 9 from 10am. Tickets start at $89 per person, and you can score yours over here.  Looking for more things to do? Check out our guide to what's on