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Australia Day in Melbourne in 2024: Fireworks, events and things to do
Here's your guide to what’s happening on 26 January in Melbourne.
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From daytime events recognising diversity and national pride to Australia Day parties and the fireworks display, here are the top events for Australia Day this year.
In previous years, the Australia Day fireworks display has been held at Docklands Harbour and the fireworks were released from various barges along the harbour at 9pm.
The 2024 fireworks haven't been confirmed yet, but we'll update this page when they are.
Event | Details | Location | Time | Cost | Learn more |
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Reflect, Respect, Celebrate @ FED SQ | Celebrate in the heart of Melbourne CBD with a full day of family-friendly activities, including an appearance by Bananas in Pyjamas, live music and a screening of Olivia Newton John's Xanadu. | Federation Square | Times TBC | TBA | More info |
Government House Open Day | The doors of Government House are flung open to the public on 26 January. More than just a tour around this historic setting, there will be live entertainment, kids' activities and food and drink available for purchase. | Government House, Victoria | 10.30am-4.30pm | Free admission | More info |
Australia Day Salute | Just after midday, look to the skies as a 21-gun salute cracks the sky to commemorate Australia Day. The salute is fired from the Shrine of Remembrance's Lower Forecourt. | Lower Forecourt, Shrine of Remembrance | 12.15pm | Free admission | More info |
Royal Australian Air Force Flyover | Established in 1970, the Air Force Roulettes is a team of Royal Australian Air Force pilots who dip and barrel through the skies in a marvellous display of airplane aerobatics. Their display follows the Australia Day salute. | Viewing points from Fed Square and Government House | 12.15pm | Free admission | More info |
2023 Kieser Great Australia Day Swim | Hosted by The Rotary Club of Brighton, this open-water swim event brings fun for all ages. Now in its 12th year, there is a 650m intermediate swim, a 1,400m and a 2,500m open swim, a 5km surf ski challenge and a junior dash. For anyone not keen to get in the water, you can spectate while tucking into one of many food stalls available on the day. | Brighton Beach | 8am-3pm | Tickets from $60-$70 per person | More info |
Australia Day - Make Your Move Fun Run, Walk, Roll | The third anniversary of this fun run brings families and friends to Dandenong Park for a day out. All ages and experience levels are welcomed and registered runners/walkers/rollers can tuck into a free BBQ after they cross the finish line. | Dandenong Park | 7.45am-9.30am | Free admission | More info |
Farm Vigano Australia Day Terrace BBQ | Head out of the city to spend the day sipping drinks, cooling down on gelato and listening to DJ Gerry K play some of the most classic Australian songs. | Farm Vigano | 12pm-4pm | Free admission | More info |
Mid Weekender Party @ Temperance Hotel | Starting celebrations early, Temperance Hotel has live music running from 9pm until close on 25 January. On 26 January, it'll host a wind-down session with Bill Golding bringing the tunes from 2:30pm. | Temperance Hotel, South Yarra | 2.30pm-5.30pm | TBA | More info |
Jordan Mills - Australia Day | Sing and dance Australia Day away at Jersey's Cider House, south of Melbourne CBD. Jordan Mills will bring the tunes and Jersey's will be bringing the all-Aussie feast. | Jersey's Cider House, Cranbourne West | 1.30pm-midnight | Free admission | More info |
Sail through Australia Day on a cruise. Make it a private one with just your mates, partner or family by hiring a boat or Aqua Donut.
Enjoy the city's finest produce with a food or winery tour. Sure, it's a little touristy, but it's also stacks of fun.
The beach is always the right place to be on Australia Day. When you're not soaking up those rays on a towel on the sand, why not get in the water for a swim or a surf? First-timers will be happy to hear that the waves don't stop for public holidays and lessons and gear hire are readily available throughout the day.
There are 4 tennis grand slams and Melbourne is lucky enough to host the first one of the year. Head out for a day of tennis to support local and international players.
The Australia Day public holiday is the perfect time to head to your local zoo or aquarium to see all of the animals and sea creatures native to Australia.
Here are the major shopping centres that are open for Australia Day and their trading hours:
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