Australia Day Melbourne provokes images of awesome times around the grassed areas of the Yarra River or at great Melbourne restaurants and venues enjoying an Australia Day lunch (it might even be a BBQ lunch) and refreshing summer drink. It also provokes ideas of getting out in the Yarra Ranges, down the Mornington Peninsula or to the St Kilda Beach with friends. Some people like to stay at home around the house and invite friends around and watch the Aussie sports like cricket and tennis being played on TV. Others in Melbourne get along to the Australian Open tennis carnival held in that time. For the most part a lot of people will have BBQ's going in Melbourne on Australia Day. If you need some great celebration ideas in Melbourne this Australia Day holiday then we have some ideas just for you. But HURRY as these won't last.
Australia Day Melbourne Ideas 2026
Melbourne for Australia Day is a wonderful city to celebrate everything Australian. Either down by the Yarra River or near Port Phillip Bay or in the nearby suburbs or countryside. Find somewhere nice to break bread and enjoy your Australia Day Melbourne style! We hope you like these ideas of what's on are helpful.
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Marnong Estate
Downunder Barbeque
On January 27th celebrate a day of togetherness with the Marnong Estates Downunder Barbeque. Be treated to a uniquely Australian menu with 'bush tucker' ingredients and traditional favourites like sausague rolls, pavlova and more. Plus music and entertainment.
Adults - $15 | Children - Free
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Brewmanity
Hottest 100 Tunes & Beers at Brewmanity
Kick off the Australia Day Long weekend at Brewmanity! On Friday it's after-work drinks with Happy Hour 4-6 PM! Saturday has triple j's Hottest 100 live and loud across the venue PLUS GABS Hottest 100 Beers on the screens. On Sunday come in for a Sip and Sizzle with funds to be donated to Killara.
Book your spot on the rooftop
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Yarra Botanica
January Long Weekend
This January Long Weekend be entertained with LIVE music and DJs at Yarra Botanica. With a huge line up across the whole long weekend, great beverage list, delicious menu and spectacular location it's the place to be.
Book a table over the January Long Weekend
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Plus 5
Hits & Sips: Australian Open
Plus 5 is you go top spot during the Australian Open. With all the Tennis Action Live on the Riverside Screen and the best drinks, snacks and eats for a pre-match and post match feed.
Book a Table at Plus 5
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Temperance Hotel
Australia Day
This Australia Day chill out at the Temperance Hotel. Be entertained all day with Aussie Tunes and LIVE music from 'BIGlittle' 4-7pm. Plus Cold Beers, Meat Tray Raffle, $9 Sunday Happy Hour (4-8pm) and the Australian Open Finals LIVE on the screens.
Book for lunch, dinner or just drop by for drinks.
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The Balaclava Hotel
Long Weekend Music
It's LIVE music on Sunday and Tennis on the Big Screen this Long Weekend at the Balaclava hotel. Head up to the rooftop on Sunday from 3-6pm for a LIVE music session or grab a spot in front of the big screens for all the action from Australian Open.
Book you spot over the Long Weekend
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Fargo & Co
January Long Weekend
Enjoy the last long weekend of the summer at Fargo and Co. They'll have you covered with great beats, delicious eats and refreshing sips. You're covered with Sunset Sessions Fri & Sat), Boozy Brunch (Sat) and a Sunday Session to round out the weekend.
Soak up the Summer at Fargo & Co
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Grazeland
Australia Day Long Weekend
Your plans for the Long Weekend are sorted with something for everyone at Grazeland. Enjoy a massive LIVE music line up across the weekend and the best food.
LIVE entertainment all weekend.
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Young & Jackson
Australia Day: Australian Open
An icon in Melbourne for Australia Day is the Young and Jackson Hotel near Flinders Street Railway Station. Heading to the Australian Open? Enjoy Brunch from 10am, and delicious lunch and dinner options.
Book a Table
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Amora Hotel Riverwalk
Australia Day
This Australia day holiday even why not stay overnight at the Amora Riverwalk right on the Yarra River and only a short tram ride into the city along Bridge Rd. Great food and service for families as well. Have a stress free Australia Day and spoil your self.
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BearBrass
Australia Day Food & Drinks
Take advantage of the extra day off and relax at BearBrass over the Australia Day long weekend. Enjoy some good tucker and refreshing drinks down by the banks of the River Yarra.
Good Tunes, Good Food, Cold Drinks
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Goanna Golf Dingley
Australia Day Weekend Mini Golf
Enjoy some Mini Golf Fun this Australia Day Long Weekend at Goanna Golf. With 2 exciting 18 hole mini golf courses to keep you entertained for hours. Fun for the all ages.
Funky mini golf fun for all.
Ideas for Australia Day Partying in Melbourne
Looking to party this Australia Day? Check out our quick guide for some of the best parties, BBQs and happenings in Melbourne over the Australia Day Holiday.
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| South Yarra | Temperance Hotel
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Public Holiday Party | Party this January Public Holiday with LIVE Music, DJs, Food & Drink Specials and more. Temperance Hotel Open till Late All Weekend. |
| Spotswood | Grazeland
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Australia Day Long Weekend | Enjoy a long week end with the best food and a huge line up of LIVE entertainment. With music across 2 stages and more. |
| Dingley | Goanna Golf Dingley
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Australia Day Long Weekend Mini Golf | This Australia Day Long Weekend venture out and enjoy some mini golf fun for all ages at Goanna Golf. You'll be treated to hours of entertainment with 2 unique 18 hole mini golf courses full of exciting challenges. |
| Melbourne | The Wharf Hotel
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Australia Day Summer Drinks | With refreshing summer drinks and some fantastic food specials the Wharf Hotel is a great place to party on Australia Day |
| Melbourne | Young & Jackson
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Australia Day Dining and Refreshments | Treat yourself to an Australia Day at an Iconic Melbourne venue. Enjoy great food and refreshments on Australia Day in the heart of Melbourne. |
| Richmond | Fargo & Co
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Aus Day | Party over Aus Day at Fargo & Co. Enjoy some cool drinks on the terrace rooftop. |
| Southbank | Left Bank Melbourne
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Australia Day Dining | Head into Left Bank for Lunch or Dinner this Australia Day. Great Food in a Great Location. |
| Southbank | Hopscotch
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Hoppy Aussie Day | Hopscotch has it all on tap for Australia Day with 52 taps featuring 36 different beers and 4 cocktails. Plus chow down on some great Aussie food specials. |
| South Wharf | The Boatbuilders Yard
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Australia Day at Boaties | Celebrate the Australia Day by the Riverfront at the Boatbuilders Yard. Dine from Boaties Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner menus right on the Yarra River. |
Australia Day Community Events for Melbourne 2026
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Melbourne | Triple J Radio
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Triple J Hottest 100 Long Weekend | Melbourne Listen in to the JJJ Hottest 100 countdown. Get your friends around for a BBQ and countdown all the great tunes from last year! |
More Great ideas to help celebrate Australia Day
Products and service ideas to make Australia Day in Melbourne even better. These local products and services are first class for Australia Day.
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Chefscene
Australia Day Grazing Boxes
Enjoy a picnic on Australia Day with one of Chefscene's scrumptious grazing boxes. Selection of dips, meats, crackers fresh and seasonal. Why not try a Sweet & Savoury option? Order online.
Great for the whole family!
More Australia Day Melbourne Ideas
If wanting more then check for Aussie Day fireworks around the country and even head to the beaches like St Kilda with family and friends or look to a relaxing drive to the Mornington Peninsula or Yarra ranges! And in Melbourne family BBQ's and picnics are also very popular.
More Summer Big Days Coming Up
Super Bowl is coming to Melbourne. The second Sunday (Monday in Australia) of February is Super Bowl Sunday. Super Bowl Melbourne So many events like Watch Party or a Tailgate Party. Score a touchdown with your friends!
The Big Days of fun keep on rolling and with Summer in full swing Melbourne will be abuzz in February for Valentine's Day. If you want to get a little cupid this 14th of February then make sure you checkout all the great Valentines ideas for Melbourne.