Program

Discover 400+ events across the city, including exhibitions, talks, tours and much more.​

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Melbourne Art Book Fair

The fair brings together local and international publishers, artists, and designers at the NGV and beyond.

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Highlights

Exhibition Talk

Fri 15 May, 5.30pm

Keynote: Professor Yamanaka

National Communication Museum (NCM)

Talk

Sat 16 May, 2pm

BLAK: Defining an Australian Future

Melbourne School of Design, Glyn Davis Building

Talk

Tue 19 May, 6.30pm

David Flack in Conversation

Great Hall

Talk

Wed 20 May, 2pm

In Conversation with David Holmgren

Great Hall

Interests

Navigate the program based on your interests. Whether you’re a first timer or looking to try something new, we have a program tailored to you.

First Timer

Dip your toe into the world of design and sample a selection of MDW highlights.

Home Interiors

See how design shapes everyday living with exhibitions, showrooms and talks.

Shop

Peruse and purchase works by local and international makers.

Hands On

Blow glass, screen-print, work with wood and dye textiles in workshops with Melbourne’s leading ateliers.

Eat and Drink

Get a taste for how design creates atmosphere, identity and connection in hospitality environments.

Sustainable Design

Rethink resources, material and how design can respond to a changing climate.

Trails

What’s good in your design neighbourhood? Choose a direction and we’ll show you some of the offerings in the area that are easy to explore on foot or by public transport.

City

Fitzroy & Collingwood

Fitzroy & Collingwood

Abbotsford

Richmond & Cremorne

Southside

Westside

Brunswick

Key Venues

NGV International

NGV Australia

Abbotsford Convent

Victorian Pride Centre

Monash Art, Design and Architecture

47 Easey Street

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