The Abbotsford Convent

Prosecco: refreshing, versatile, bubbly. It's a winning combo. Melburnians will once again be able to indulge their love of the sparkling wine when the Prosecco Festival takes over the Abbotsford Convent on Saturday, February 22. Returning for its eighth year, the event will feature more than 50 international and homegrown bubbles from coveted brands like Rigoni, Calneggia Family Vineyards, Cipriani, Bandini, Bellusi, Divici and Rebuli. If you're a fan of the local stuff, check out Austins Wines, Billy Button Wines, Box Grove Vineyard, Love 2 Glasses, Sam Miranda Wines, Santolin, Santa and D’Sas and Vino Intrepido. If you're sober curious or the allocated deso driver, Edenvale is one of the official partners and will have you sorted with a range of alcohol-free vinos and cocktails. Plus, all the growers, makers and importers will be on-site to chat about their wine. But it's not all about the bubbles. To line your stomach there will be sweet and savoury treats from local vendors like Milawa Cheese, Abruzzo Lab (one of our fave street food eats around Melbourne), Yes Porketta and Arancini Art. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will also be available. You can even book in for a VIP masterclass with Melissa Brauer (aka the Prosecco Queen and founder of the event), which will teach you everything there is to know about the effervescent tipple. You'll get to taste four different styles of prosecco paired with antipasto snacks and cheese. VIP spots will be limited, so make a...

Calling all fashionistas! On March 22 and 23, the National Trust's beloved annual vintage sale is returning to the Abbotsford Convent. This year, the sale will be taking place at the massive Magdalen Laundry from 10am to 4pm. You'll be able to peruse a huge selection of vintage and pre-loved designer clothing and accessories – in the past, brands like Armani, Alexander McQueen, Diane von Fürstenberg and Marimekko have been up for grabs. A lot of household linen, furnishings, dress fabrics, shoes, bags, children's wear and even haberdashery will also be on offer. Bring a gold coin donation for entry and prepare to refresh your wardrobe with fun new designer finds for a fraction of the price. Best of all, proceeds from the sale support the work of the National Trust in conserving our state's cultural and built heritage. Donations are also accepted in the lead-up to the event, so if you have some quality items you'd like to offload in the name of a good cause, now's your chance. For more information on donating and the event, visit the website here. Want more shopping options? Check out the best vintage stores and the best op shops in Melbourne.