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🎉 Fitzroy Events — What's On in Fitzroy Melbourne

By Fitzroy.com.au · Updated 2026-04-25

What's On in Fitzroy

Fitzroy doesn't need a special occasion to be interesting — but the regular events, markets, and festivals make it even better. Here's your guide to recurring events and annual highlights.

Weekly Events

Rose Street Artists Market — Every Saturday & Sunday Melbourne's premier art and craft market on Rose Street. Over 70 independent makers selling jewellery, ceramics, prints, fashion, and original art. Open 10am–4pm year-round. Free entry.

Live Music — Every Night Fitzroy has live music every night of the week. Key venues:

Check venue websites for gig guides and tickets.

Gallery Openings — Typically Thursday–Saturday evenings Most galleries host openings for new exhibitions. Gertrude Contemporary, MARS Gallery, and Brunswick Street Gallery have regular programmes.

Monthly Events

First Friday Gallery Walk Many Fitzroy and Collingwood galleries open simultaneously on the first Friday of each month, with extended hours and opening-night drinks.

Fitzroy Community Markets Various community and food markets pop up throughout the month. Check our events page for current listings.

Annual Highlights

Fitzroy Festival (Summer) The annual celebration of Fitzroy's community, featuring live music, food stalls, art, and activities across Edinburgh Gardens and Brunswick Street.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival (March–April) Several Fitzroy venues host Comedy Festival shows, including The Workers Club and The Evelyn Hotel.

Melbourne Fringe Festival (September–October) Fitzroy bars, galleries, and arts spaces become Fringe venues with theatre, performance, visual art, and music.

Melbourne Music Week (November) Fitzroy's live music venues are central to Music Week programming.

Good Beer Week (May) Fitzroy's pubs and bars participate with tap takeovers, masterclasses, and special events.

Seasonal Guide

Summer (December–February) Edinburgh Gardens barbecues, outdoor dining, rooftop bars at their best. Fitzroy Pool opens for the season. Rose Street Market every weekend.

Autumn (March–May) Comedy Festival, cooler evenings perfect for wine bars and live music. Gallery season kicks into gear.

Winter (June–August) Cosy pubs come into their own — The Napier Hotel, Labour In Vain, The Union Club Hotel. Open fires and hearty food.

Spring (September–November) Fringe Festival, Music Week, and the return of outdoor dining. The neighbourhood comes alive.

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Last updated: April 2026