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Melbourne Events 2027: Dates and Where to Stay
Every major Melbourne event in 2027 with confirmed dates, the venue, and the closest penthouses and apartments to book.
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2027 venues and nearby stays
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Melbourne events
Upcoming events & where to stay nearby
3NovSport
27NovConcertHarry Styles — Together, Together
27 & 28 Nov, 2 & 4 Dec 2026
Marvel Stadium
5DecConcertA$AP Rocky — Don’t Be Dumb World Tour
5–7 Dec 2026 (3 shows)
Rod Laver Arena
26DecSport
31DecFestival11JanSport27JanConcert10FebConcert12FebConcert16FebConcert19FebConcert24FebConcert25FebConcert28FebConcert4MarConcert4MarFestival5MarConcert9MarConcert11MarSport11MarConcertLOOKOUT — +LIVE+, Stone Temple Pilots & 4 Non Blondes
Thu 11 Mar 2027
Rod Laver Arena
17MarSport
24MarFestivalMelbourne International Comedy Festival
24 Mar – 18 Apr 2027
Melbourne Town Hall & CBD venues
27MarConcert
1AprSport15AprConcert5MayConcertDisturbed — The Sickness & the Greatest Hits
Wed 5 May 2027
Rod Laver Arena
13MayConcert31JulSport2OctSport2OctSport7OctConcert22OctConcert2NovSport2DecConcert26DecSport31DecFestivalVenue photos: Photo: Chris Phutully from Australia / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons · Photo: The original uploader was Decryption512 at English Wikipedia / CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons · Photo: MD111 / CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons · Photo: Richard Munckton / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons · Photo: J.H. Sohn from Melbourne, Australia / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Melbourne’s biggest events in 2027
2027 starts with the Australian Open (11–31 January) and a run of stadium concerts at Marvel Stadium — BTS (10, 12 and 13 February), Bruno Mars (from 19 February) and Bon Jovi (4 March). March brings Moomba (4–8 March), the 150th Anniversary Test at the MCG (11–15 March), the AFL season (from 17 March) and the Comedy Festival (24 March – 18 April). The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is 1–4 April at Albert Park, the AFL Grand Final is Saturday 2 October, and the Melbourne Cup is Tuesday 2 November. Book accommodation early for all of them. New for 2027: The Strokes at Rod Laver Arena (16–17 February), Calvin Harris (25–28 February) and Kings of Leon (5 March) at Flemington, Powderfinger’s nine-show run at Melbourne Park Oval (22 October – 6 November) and Zach Bryan at Marvel Stadium (2–4 December).
2027 at a glance
| Event | Dates | Venue | Stay in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Open | 11–31 Jan | Melbourne Park | CBD east, Richmond |
| System Of A Down & Faith No More | Wed 27 Jan | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| BTS — Arirang world tour | 10, 12 & 13 Feb | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| The Strokes | 16 & 17 Feb | Rod Laver Arena | CBD east, Richmond |
| Bruno Mars — The Romantic Tour | From Fri 19 Feb | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| Calvin Harris | 25, 26 & 28 Feb | Flemington Racecourse | West CBD (near Southern Cross) |
| Bon Jovi | Thu 4 Mar | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| Moomba Festival | 4–8 Mar (Labour Day weekend) | Yarra riverbank | CBD east, Southbank |
| Kings of Leon | Fri 5 Mar | Flemington Racecourse | West CBD (near Southern Cross) |
| 150th Anniversary Test (Aus v Eng) | 11–15 Mar | MCG | CBD east, Richmond |
| AFL Round 1 | 17–21 Mar | MCG & Marvel Stadium | CBD, Docklands |
| Melbourne Food & Wine Festival | March (dates TBC) | Citywide | CBD |
| Melbourne International Comedy Festival | 24 Mar – 18 Apr | Melbourne Town Hall & CBD venues | CBD |
| Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix | 1–4 Apr (race Sun 4 Apr) | Albert Park | St Kilda Rd, South Melbourne, St Kilda |
| Melbourne Royal Show | Late Sep–early Oct (TBC) | Melbourne Showgrounds | West CBD |
| AFL Grand Final | Sat 2 Oct | MCG | CBD east, Richmond |
| Rugby World Cup 2027 matches | Oct–Nov | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| Powderfinger — LIVE 2027 (9 shows) | 22 Oct – 6 Nov | Melbourne Park Oval | CBD east, Richmond |
| Melbourne Cup | Tue 2 Nov | Flemington Racecourse | West CBD (trains from Southern Cross) |
| Zach Bryan | 2, 3 & 4 Dec | Marvel Stadium | Docklands, west CBD |
| Boxing Day Test | From Sun 26 Dec | MCG | CBD east, Richmond |
| New Year’s Eve | Fri 31 Dec | Citywide | High-floor Southbank, Docklands |
Australian Open 2027
11–31 January 2027 (main draw from Sunday 17 January; finals 30–31 January) · Melbourne Park. Walk along the Yarra through Birrarung Marr from the east end of the CBD, or take tram 70.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adina Flinders Street | About 12–15 min walk | Opposite Federation Square |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | About 15–18 min walk | Flinders Lane restaurants |
| Lancemore Crossley St Penthouse Suite | About 20 min walk | Five-star penthouse suite |
| Richmond Penthouse with City Views | Short tram or train | Secure parking in Richmond |
| VAQUAY Belladonna Penthouse, Abbotsford | Train or tram via Richmond | Pool, gym and free parking |
Stadium concerts at Marvel Stadium: BTS, Bruno Mars, Bon Jovi
BTS on 10, 12 and 13 February; Bruno Mars from Friday 19 February with extra dates added; Bon Jovi on Thursday 4 March; System Of A Down with Faith No More on 27 January · Marvel Stadium, Docklands. Stay in Docklands or the western CBD to walk home after the show — Southern Cross Station and free Docklands trams are next door.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The Victoria Rooftop Penthouse | About 2 min walk | 4 bedrooms beside the stadium |
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | About 8 min walk | 3 bed / 3 bath by Southern Cross |
| The Canvas Penthouse Apartment | About 12 min walk | Penthouse apartment near Southern Cross |
| Flinders Street Panoramic Penthouse | About 12 min walk | Parking, bay views |
| Collins Street Waterfront Sub-Penthouse | About 15 min walk | Quiet waterfront base |
The Strokes at Rod Laver Arena
Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 February 2027 · Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne Park, with Courtney Barnett and Promiseland. Stay in the CBD east end to walk there through Birrarung Marr.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Where to stay for The Strokes in Melbourne 2027 | Full guide | Dates, stays and transport |
| Adina Flinders Street | About 12–15 min walk | Opposite Federation Square |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | About 15–18 min walk | Flinders Lane restaurants |
| Richmond Penthouse with City Views | Short tram or train | Secure parking in Richmond |
Concerts at Flemington: Calvin Harris and Kings of Leon
Calvin Harris on Thursday 25, Friday 26 and Sunday 28 February 2027 (all sold out, 18+); Kings of Leon with Ocean Alley on Friday 5 March 2027 (18+) · Flemington Racecourse. Stay near Southern Cross for the easiest trip to the course.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Where to stay for Calvin Harris in Melbourne 2027 | Full guide | Calvin Harris dates and stays |
| Where to stay for Kings of Leon in Melbourne 2027 | Full guide | Kings of Leon date and stays |
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | 3 min to Southern Cross | A bathroom per bedroom |
| Aura on Flinders Signature Penthouses | Near Southern Cross | 2- and 3-bed penthouses |
Moomba Festival
Thursday 4 – Monday 8 March 2027 (Labour Day long weekend) · Birrarung Marr, Alexandra Gardens and the Yarra. Australia’s largest free community festival: carnival rides, the Birdman Rally, water-ski shows and fireworks.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adina Flinders Street | About 5 min walk | Above Birrarung Marr |
| Eureka Tower Top-Floor Penthouse | About 10 min walk | Level 87 views |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | About 8 min walk | Flinders Lane |
| Skyline Hub Penthouse, Freshwater Place | About 10 min walk | Free parking |
150th Anniversary Test: Australia v England
11–15 March 2027 (day-night Test) · MCG. A once-in-a-generation Test celebrating 150 years of Test cricket at the MCG. Expect huge demand.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adina Flinders Street | About 12–15 min walk | Opposite Federation Square |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | About 15–18 min walk | Flinders Lane restaurants |
| Lancemore Crossley St Penthouse Suite | About 20 min walk | Five-star penthouse suite |
| Richmond Penthouse with City Views | Short tram or train | Secure parking in Richmond |
| VAQUAY Belladonna Penthouse, Abbotsford | Train or tram via Richmond | Pool, gym and free parking |
AFL 2027 season and Grand Final
Round 1 from Wednesday 17 March (MCG games from 19 March); Grand Final Saturday 2 October 2027 · MCG and Marvel Stadium. Pick your stadium first: the MCG is east of the CBD, Marvel Stadium is west.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adina Flinders Street | About 12–15 min walk | Opposite Federation Square |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | About 15–18 min walk | Flinders Lane restaurants |
| Lancemore Crossley St Penthouse Suite | About 20 min walk | Five-star penthouse suite |
| The Victoria Rooftop Penthouse | About 2 min walk | 4 bedrooms beside the stadium |
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | About 8 min walk | 3 bed / 3 bath by Southern Cross |
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Wednesday 24 March – Sunday 18 April 2027 · Melbourne Town Hall and venues across the CBD. Most shows are within walking distance of central CBD stays.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Lancemore Crossley St Penthouse Suite | Central | Theatre district |
| Stamford Plaza Penthouse Suite | Central | Penthouse suite near the theatres |
| Abode318 Level-54 Penthouse | Central | 3 bed / 3 bath, parking |
| Flinders Landing Penthouse | Central | Restaurant laneways |
Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix
Thursday 1 – Sunday 4 April 2027 (sprint Saturday 3 April, race Sunday 4 April) · Albert Park. The race moves to April in 2027 and gains a sprint race. Stay south of the river to walk to the circuit.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The Sky Gallery Duplex Penthouse | Short walk to Albert Park | Duplex with hot tub, free parking |
| 85 Market Street Bay-View Penthouse | Walk via South Melbourne | 3 bed / 4 bath, bay views |
| Shadow Play Sub-Penthouse (Level 40) | About 20–25 min walk | Pool, gym, sauna |
| Nine Elm 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Port Melbourne | Tram or short drive | 4 bedrooms, 2 car spaces |
| Skyline Penthouse with Private Terrace, Whiteman St | About 25 min walk | Private terrace with hot tub |
Rugby World Cup 2027
October–November 2027 (see the official match schedule) · Marvel Stadium is one of the host venues. Australia hosts the men’s Rugby World Cup; Melbourne matches are at Marvel Stadium.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The Victoria Rooftop Penthouse | About 2 min walk | 4 bedrooms beside the stadium |
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | About 8 min walk | 3 bed / 3 bath by Southern Cross |
| The Canvas Penthouse Apartment | About 12 min walk | Penthouse apartment near Southern Cross |
| Flinders Street Panoramic Penthouse | About 12 min walk | Parking, bay views |
Powderfinger LIVE 2027 at Melbourne Park Oval
Nine shows: 22, 23, 25, 27, 29 and 30 October, and 1, 5 and 6 November 2027 · Melbourne Park Oval. All ages. The run overlaps Melbourne Cup week, so book central stays early.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Where to stay for Powderfinger in Melbourne 2027 | Full guide | All nine dates and nearby stays |
| Adina Flinders Street | About 12–15 min walk | Opposite Federation Square |
| Lancemore Crossley St Penthouse Suite | About 20 min walk | East End penthouse suite |
| Richmond Penthouse with City Views | Short tram or train | Secure parking in Richmond |
Melbourne Cup
Tuesday 2 November 2027 (Victorian public holiday in Melbourne) · Flemington Racecourse. Race-day trains run to Flemington from the city; stay near Southern Cross for the easiest trip.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | Trains from Southern Cross | 3 min to Southern Cross |
| The Canvas Penthouse Apartment | Trains from Southern Cross | Near Southern Cross |
| Flinders Street Panoramic Penthouse | Trains from Southern Cross | Parking, bay views |
| Aura on Flinders Signature Penthouses | Trains from Southern Cross | 2- and 3-bed penthouses |
Zach Bryan at Marvel Stadium
Thursday 2, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 December 2027 · Marvel Stadium, Docklands, with Vance Joy and Emma Ogier. All ages. Stay in Docklands or the western CBD to walk to the stadium.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Where to stay for Zach Bryan in Melbourne 2027 | Full guide | Dates, stays and transport |
| The Victoria Rooftop Penthouse | About 2 min walk | Four bedrooms beside the stadium |
| Citypoint Tower Penthouse | About 8 min walk | Near Southern Cross |
| 1 William Street Three En-Suite Penthouse | About 10 min walk | Three ensuites |
Boxing Day Test and New Year’s Eve
Boxing Day Test from 26 December 2027; New Year’s Eve 31 December · MCG; fireworks across the city. For NYE views choose a high floor in Southbank or a Docklands waterfront stay.
| Stay | Walk / transport | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Eureka Tower Top-Floor Penthouse | Level 87 | Highest residential view |
| Prima Tower Level-65 Penthouse | Level 65 | Skyline views, 2 car spaces |
| Adina Flinders Street | 12–15 min walk to MCG | Cricket and fireworks |
| NewQuay Waterfront Penthouse with Private Pool | Docklands waterfront | Private pool |
Frequently asked questions
What are the biggest events in Melbourne in 2027?
The Australian Open (11–31 January), BTS and Bruno Mars at Marvel Stadium (February), the 150th Anniversary Test (11–15 March), the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix (1–4 April), the AFL Grand Final (2 October) and the Melbourne Cup (2 November).
When is the 2027 Melbourne Grand Prix?
Thursday 1 to Sunday 4 April 2027 at Albert Park, with a sprint race on Saturday 3 April and the Grand Prix on Sunday 4 April.
When is BTS playing in Melbourne?
BTS play Marvel Stadium on 10, 12 and 13 February 2027.
Is the MotoGP still at Phillip Island in 2027?
No. From 2027 the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix moves to a street circuit in Adelaide.
How early should I book accommodation for Melbourne events?
For the Grand Prix, AFL Grand Final, Melbourne Cup and stadium concerts, book as soon as you have tickets — large apartments and penthouses near the venues sell out first.
Reviewed 31 October 2026 by the Melbourne Penthouse Apartments editorial team · How we review stays