Things to Do in Melbourne this Weekend

There’s no shortage of shit on in Melbourne, on any given day. What’s hard is knowing where to go, from bars to nightclubs, gigs and park raves. Our Guide to the Weekend is here to help.

Here’s your one stop shop for everywhere you ought to be, everything you ought to see, and the absolute best things to do in Melbourne this weekend. Happy partying.

Check out VICE AUSTRALIA’s Guide to the Weekend every Friday on Instagram and streaming on PEDESTRIAN TELEVISION.

Streetwear label DocGirl is holding a pop-up store to premiere their ‘GIRLS ARE LOVELIER’ collection for one night only. Catch DJs C-Pash and Savage the Girl on the decks, with visuals by Violet and nail art by Fern Ari.

When: Friday 22 March, 6-10PM
Where: 126 Smith St, Collingwood
$$$: Free

London-based selector SHERELLE will be soundtracking the dancefloor of Miscellania with CaucasianOpportunities through extended sets of footwork, jungle, club edits, techno and rap.

When: Friday March 22, 8PM - late
Where: Miscellania
$$$: $3

Expect all things house at Close Counters, embracing the diverse and enriching history of the genre and the club culture that comes with it.

Expect music curated by Close Counters, Zjoso and Mothafunk.

When: Friday March 22
Where: The Night Cat
$$$: $23.99

When: Friday March 22, 9PM - late
Where: Nerve
$$$: $27.15

Witness the legendary Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto in a cinematic experience unlike any other. The film will disclose a selection of 21 compositions from across Sakamoto’s career that celebrates the life of a beloved artist.

When: Friday March 22, 7:30-9:30
Where: Melbourne Recital Hall
$$$: $45

When: Saturday March 9
Where: Section 8
$$$: Free entry

A fundraiser event for local designer Wackie Ju in light of her upcoming 2024 Saviour 002 Collection.

Music operations will be provided courtesy of Mirasia, Tinika b2b Ksmba, Sal, Jex Wang, Khya and Blu Jay.

When: Saturday March 23
Where: Miscellania
$$$: $25

When: Saturday March 23
Where: The Gasometer Hotel
$$$: $23.50

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