It's the weekend, baby! You made it! To celebrate, we've gathered all the hottest festivals, shows, exhibitions and openings in one place – you're welcome.
Melbourne Fringe Festival will continue to be in full swing this weekend, and there are plenty of outrageous events to catch. You can read all about our top ten picks (that include everything from participatory theatre, comedy and sperm donation) here, or check out the just-reviewed Jks: a comedy(?) by Tom Ballard.
Spend your Saturday night getting saucy and sensual at Strip Her: The Pop-Up – a women-only strip show where the audience become the performers. It's a supportive event that’s built on powering up your divine feminine energy.
For a total change of pace, get around Melbourne International Games Week. It's Asia-Pacific's biggest gaming event and features an expanded program of esports, music, workshop and heaps more.
And remember, you can always rely on our catch-all lists of Melbourne's best bars, restaurants, museums,parks and galleries, or consult our bucket list of 100 things to do in Melbourne before you die.
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