The best things to do in Melbourne over the Easter long weekend

There's always something happening in this fair city of ours, so don't let the Easter long weekend pass you by without popping a few fun events into your social calendar. To help you plan, we've rounded up all the best activities taking place, so all you have to do is scroll, pick and embark on your adventure.

If you're feeling motivated to do more than sit at home and eat chocolate eggs and hot cross buns over the four-day long weekend, we've rounded up a list of cafés, bars and restaurants that will be open. Whether you're after a bougie brunch on Easter Sunday, a late-night snack on Good Friday or a cheeky drink on Saturday night, look no further than this list.

What’s not to love about a doughy, spicy, fruity, buttery ball of joy, warmed to perfection in the toaster or the microwave and slathered liberally with salted butter? Melbourne has a wealth of brilliant bakers, all of whom have been elbow-deep in flour, sugar and spice, perfecting their recipes for Easter. We’ve rounded up our favourite floury heroes here.

According to one Time Out writer argues that microwaving, not toasting, hot cross buns produces a tastier result. Don't believe it? We dare you to give it a try.

If you've ever had a hot cross bun and thought the flavour combo would make for a delightful cocktail, you're in luck: Nice AF has mixed the flavours into a tasty bottled beverage called Buns Bunny. The tipple has notes of coffee, chocolate and naval orange zest, and goes down easy in a glass with ice. To purchase, head to the website. 

Beloved artisan chocolatier Koko Black has launched its 2024 collection: Journey to Easter. Think flavours like raspberry crunch, strawberries and cream, caramelised coconut and sunny passionfruit. And the kids will love the chocolate critters in the shape of bunnies, koalas and penguins. lf you prefer to keep things simple, stick with classic milk, dark or white chocolate eggs in small, medium or large sizes. To shop the products, head to the Koko Black website. 

Two days isn't really enough for a proper camping session, so Easter long weekend is perfect for ensuring you can make the most of the great outdoors. We've rounded up some of our favourite campsites in Victoria here. 

If you're looking for a break from the inner-city grid, there's no better cure than a day trip from Melbourne. The state of Victoria is full of friendly neighbourhood towns, whether you're in the mood for a winery tour, a road trip or a national park to explore.

Whether you're after a sing-along musical or an edge-of-your-seat theatrical thriller, consider this your ultimate guide to all the best theatre and musicals coming up this month.

Buckle up and get ready to explore Victoria over the four-day weekend. We've done all the research, so all you need to do is hop in the car and choose where to go. 

There's always something to see in this all-embracing city of ours, so don't let the month pass you by without getting your fix of the best art, culture and exhibitions in Melbourne this April.

Victoria is peppered with cascading rivers, some with plunge pools you can swim in and some dotted beside awe-inspiring bush walks. Forget what TLC said and go forth and chase down these magnificent waterfalls across our state. Be sure to pack a picnic so that you can sit back, relax and take in the views. 

There's nothing like hitting the tarmac and heading out for an adventure on the open road. Of course, it's all about the journey, not the destination. With that in mind, we've rounded up some of the most beautiful drives across Victoria, from our famous, undulating coastal routes to snowy alpine highways.