What's On
What's on in Victoria — August 2026
August in Melbourne belongs to the film festival — eighteen days of cinema across the city, most of it in warm, seated comfort, which makes it one of the best winter events for over-60 travellers. More August listings are added as venues confirm their programs.
Updated 2026-07-10 · every listing links its original source · prices in AUD, always confirm before travelling
Exhibitions & galleries
Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF)
Ticketed — check site6–23 August · Cinemas across Melbourne · CBD
The 74th Melbourne International Film Festival: premieres, international features, galas and talks across eighteen days at cinemas around the city.
Weekday daytime sessions are plentiful and rarely sell out, concession pricing applies, and every venue is seated — the gentlest festival on the calendar.