Midsumma

Melbourne is widely known as the cultural capital of Australia with its array of cafes, laneways, bars, a uniquely lively nightlife and shopping districts like none other. Melbourne audiences are thirsty for arts and culture, with a 12 month calender of musicals, festivals, performances, music and many other exciting events. Spaces that originally housed fabric companies, warehouses and retail outlets now play home to hidden bars which provide smooth music and smart cocktails.

Melbourne's queer social scene not only reflects this lifestyle, but also hosts one of Australia's favourite gay and lesbian club scenes. The north side of the CBD plays home to a strong lesbian and alternative gay scene with retail stores and bars in Collingwood, Fitzroy, Abbotsford and Northcote providing a vibrant indie/grunge atmosphere which just oozes Melbourne culture.

To the south side of the CBD, we hit South Yarra and Prahran where it's all about the latest designer fashion and a gay club scene on Commercial Road, Melbourne's main gay strip, which hosts some of the world's best dance DJs and an array of drag shows. St Kilda boasts a nightlife with ocean breezes and a sea-side view.

		Experience Travel When visiting Melbourne, Midsumma chooses to fly Virgin and stay at Art Series Hotel Group. The Cullen on Commercial Road, and The Olsen on Chapel Street are both open now.
		Experience Nightlife Melbourne plays home to one of the most unique nightlife for queer party go-ers. If it's a quiet drink in a beer garden or dancing till dawn, Melbourne's your ultimate host!
		Community Notices Check out our Community Notices section to find out about some great Arts, Literature and Film prizes that are on offer, as well as available gallery spaces. Here you will also find links to Queer Calendars, and info about a number of community events.