Nocturnal: Museum After Dark December

First Peoples

6 to 8pm | Bunjilaka, Ground Level | Exhibition
Through the voices and languages of the south-eastern First Peoples community, the First Peoples exhibition celebrates the cultures of First Peoples with its rich traditions of performance, storytelling, artwork, and knowledge sharing, set against the history of survival throughout the ongoing impacts of colonisation.

Stronger Families, Stronger Communities

6 to 8pm | Bunjilaka, Ground Level | Exhibition
Elevating the voices of nine First Nations men wo have taken part in the Dardi Munwurro’s healing and leadership programs, this show explores the themes of strength, healing, resilience and cultural pride of the individuals working to break cycles of trauma and build stronger communities.

Melbourne Story

6 to 9pm | Melbourne Story, Upper Level | Exhibition
Melbourne Story is packed with icons of the city's past and present – tales of heroes and scoundrels, growth and decline, and the changing ways Melburnians live, work and play.

Our Wondrous Planet

6 to 9pm | Melbourne Story, Upper Level | Exhibition
Experience our planet's intricate and interconnected ecosystems, from rainforests to coral reefs to polar seas. Large scale projections and hands-on interactives bring these worlds to life.

Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs

6 to 9pm | Science & Life Gallery, Ground Level | Exhibition
An immersive voyage into a lost world to explore the landscapes of the Cretaceous and get to know the creatures that thrived there.

Science & Life Gallery

6 to 9pm | Science & Life Gallery, Ground Level | Exhibition
Walk past the skeletons of 17 prehistoric animals through Dinosaur Walk, discover the origin of life in Victoria told through fossils, models, animatronics and animations, and see a world of insects, spiders, snails and other invertebrates in Bugs Alive!

First Peoples Exhibition Introduction

6:30pm | Bunjilaka, Ground Level | Expert Talk
Learn about Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre and the First Peoples exhibition with Jess Alderton, First Peoples Programs Officer at Museums Victoria.

Triceratops Tour

7:30pm & 8:30pm | Triceratops, Ground Level | Tour
Embark on an insider's journey through Triceratops: Fate of the Dinosaurs and uncover the secrets behind one of the most complete triceratops fossils ever found. Presented by Justin Wright, Programs Officer at Museums Victoria..

Sweetie

6 to 9pm Sweetie I Cafe Bar I Music
Spinning mostly disco, soul, salsa, MPB and latin records, Sweetie is a vinyl-only Melbourne DJ. Equal parts selector and vibe-curator, she brings joy, colour and playful energy to every set, shaped by her South American x Asian heritage and a lifelong love of all things Ken Done. With almost 20 years in the independent music industry, she’s a regular PBS FM guest announcer who can turn dance floors into vibrant celebrations where joy leads and rhythm follows.

Menu

Our snacks and drinks offering brings together elevated nibbles and refreshing beverages that are perfect for creating a casual yet refined atmosphere throughout the event.