Melbourne Celebrations
Melbourne Celebrations is a suite of events celebrating and promoting the people and organisations that make Melbourne one of the world’s most liveable cities. It comprises of three distinct event programs:
The Melbourne Awards
The Melbourne Awards honour a diverse range of contributions, focusing on individuals, community organisations and businesses who give their time selflessly for the benefit of the city. Entrants are rewarded for significant contributions to Melbourne’s profile, community and sustainability. An inspirational role model within the community is also honoured as ‘Melburnian of the Year’.
Contact: Craig Eloranta
Phone: (03) 9658 9348
The Lord Mayor’s Commendations
The Lord Mayor's Commendations acknowledge and celebrate the long-term commitment of independent small business proprietors to the City of Melbourne municipality. Eligible small and multi-generational business proprietors can receive a commendation in recognition for contributing to Melbourne’s community for more than ten years.
Contact: Natasha Benrad
Phone: (03) 9658 9157
Celebration Events
Celebration Events include a range of activities and events that take place in the city, including the Women in Business Luncheon, the Summer Sunset Series, Winter in Docklands and Melbourne’s Christmas celebrations.
Contact: Clint Hong
Phone: (03) 9658 8873
Melbourne Music Week
Melbourne Music Week was established in 2010 to celebrate and support our city’s thriving independent music scene. Returning in 2011 with a refined artistic direction and a strengthened approach to supporting the industry, the second annual Melbourne Music Week partnered with the city's music industry heavyweights to showcase some of the best emerging and established local and international talent on offer.
With more than 65 events throughout the week, the program is made up of high-quality, cutting-edge and diverse events staged at unique locations across the city. Events include live performances and DJ gigs, multidisciplinary projects, kids' programs, industry summits, workshops, seminars and much more.
Melbourne Music Week aims to empower the myriad individuals, businesses and organisations involved in the creation, support and celebration of music, uniting them under one umbrella. Record labels, record shops, cafes, bars, clothing stores and, of course, Melbourne’s iconic live music venues – the heartbeat of our local music scene – come together at this leading event. Find out more about how to get involved with the event.
Melbourne Spring Fashion Week
Approaching its 18th year, Melbourne Spring Fashion Week is the city's most exciting fashion event. It attracts more than 80,000 people to the city every year, with a program that features more than 120 events and plays a crucial role in showcasing the collections of established designers, as well as those who are new and emerging.
Visitors see Melbourne at its best, with the city's cultural delights on show and our chic retail strips and laneways hosting fresh and stimulating fashion and design. After dark there are exciting discoveries to be made in the city's newest bars and restaurants.
Importantly, Melbourne Spring Fashion Week also provides many opportunities for learning about the industry and fosters innovation, education and growth in the sector. Find out more about how to get involved with the event.
Moomba Festival
Moomba Festival welcomes people into the city annually on the Labour Day long weekend in March, to experience the traditions and fun of Melbourne’s largest and free community festival.
A celebration of Melbourne, Moomba is famous for its ‘Moomba King and Queen’ who reign over the traditional Monday street parade, Birdman Rally on the Yarra River, carnival in Alexandra Gardens and nightly fireworks.
Visitors can also get involved in a music program packed with headliners and local up-and-comers, the Moomba Masters waterskiing competition, skate park workshops and competitions and engaging children’s activities. All events are free and take place across the long weekend. Find out more about how to get involved with the festival.
New Year’s Eve
Each year, more than half a million people flock to the centre of our magnificent city to celebrate and participate in Melbourne's official New Year’s Eve event.
One of Melbourne’s most prestigious events, New Year’s Eve fires the imagination and stirs the passions of Melbournians and visitors alike, with several areas around the city offering free, live entertainment and activities for all ages in an alcohol-free atmosphere.
The evening hosts two dazzling fireworks displays. The first is at 9.30pm at Yarra Park and Docklands for families and then again at midnight to welcome in the New Year. The midnight spectacle sees fireworks launched from rooftops across the city centre and Docklands, accompanied by a powerful soundtrack broadcasted live at official precincts. Find out more about how to get involved with the event.
Partner with us
You are invited to partner with City of Melbourne’s iconic Premier Events. Partnering with specific event programming, as well as tailored activation including product and brand integration, will ensure your brand has a meaningful and engaging partnership with events that deliver return on objectives and investment.
There are various opportunities available with each event including Principal Partnership, Naming and Presenting Rights, product sampling and supply rights opportunities.
For a partnership proposal contact: Stephanie Hamilton
Phone: 0427 177 280 / (03) 9658 9432