The King's Birthday long weekend holiday is celebrated in Melbourne and Victoria as the second Monday of June. As this holiday weekend is close to the start of Winter, it is also the designated opening weekend of the Snow Season for the Victorian Alps. In Melbourne for the start of Winter there are numerous warming venues with fires lit and heaters burning just waiting to welcome you. The King's Birthday Long Weekend is a great time to head out with friends and enjoy the start of winter! Here are some great restaurants, venues and events and promotions in Melbourne for this King's Birthday period.
King's Birthday Long Weekend Melbourne Ideas
The next King's Birthday holiday in Melbourne is at the June long weekend. It's the start of Winter in June so prepare to rug up a little more.
Just click on the Melbourne events or venues for more details of ideas planned.
-
Temperance Hotel
June Long Weekend
Party it up this June Long Weekend at one of South Yarra's favourite venues. Enjoy a huge line up of DJs and LIVE music. Plus fabulous food specials and multiple happy hours across the Long Weekend.
Music - Food Specials - Happy Hours
-
Brewmanity
King's Birthday Long Weekend
Celebrate the King's Birthday Long Weekend in style at Brewmanity's rooftop bar in South Melbourne. With live AFL on big screens, happy hours, live music, and rooftop vibes—it's footy, food, and fun all weekend long.
Footy, brews, beats, and rooftop views!
-
The Wharf Hotel
King's Birthday Long Weekend
This King's Birthday Weekend enjoy the great food and cool drinks at The Wharf. Pizzas, burgers and more plus an extensive drink list full of local and international beers, wines, spirits and cocktails. Yum!
Enjoy time out this long weekend
-
Grazeland
Feast and Celebrate This King's Birthday
Grazeland is the ultimate destination for the King's Birthday Long Weekend—where Melbourne's best street food, live entertainment, and riverfront vibes come together for a weekend packed with flavour and festivity.
Street eats, sweet beats, royal vibes!
-
Young & Jackson
Catch Every Moment This King's Birthday
Young & Jackson is the go-to spot for live sport this King's Birthday Long Weekend. With big screens, electric atmosphere, and prime city views, every game feels like a front-row experience.
Live sport, loud screens, long weekend!
-
Marnong Estate
Escape to Marnong Estate This King's Birthday Weekend
Make the most of the King's Birthday Long Weekend with a relaxing countryside escape at Marnong Estate. Enjoy elegant accommodation, sweeping views, and a peaceful retreat just a short drive from Melbourne.
Stay longer, unwind deeper, live royally.
-
Hophaus
Sunday Roast Fit for a King
Celebrate the King's Birthday Long Weekend with a hearty Sunday Roast at Hophaus. Overlooking the Yarra, it's the perfect spot to savour tender meats, crispy potatoes, and classic comfort with a Bavarian twist.
Roast, relax, and rule your Sunday!
-
Ludlow Bar & Dining Room
King's Birthday Long Weekend Sport
Ludlow is the place to catch every live sporting moment this King's Birthday Long Weekend. With riverside views, big screens, and a lively atmosphere, it's perfect for sport lovers wanting to make it count.
Big screens, bold vibes, live sport!
-
Plus 5
Warm Up This King's Birthday with Winter Cocktails
This King's Birthday Long Weekend, Plus 5 is serving up winter cocktails by the riverside. Think rich, spiced sips and cosy vibes—perfect for toasting the season in style on South Wharf.
Winter cocktails with a royal twist!
-
Amora Hotel Riverwalk
King's Birthday Stay-cation
Make the most of the King's Birthday Long Weekend with a stay at Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne. Enjoy boutique comfort, Yarra-side views, and the perfect base for exploring the city or unwinding in style.
Unwind riverside this royal long weekend.
-
P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
Live Tunes and Hearty Fare This June Long Weekend
Celebrate the June Long Weekend at P.J. O'Brien's with live music, classic Irish hospitality, and crowd-pleasing pub fare. It's the perfect spot to relax, eat well, and enjoy the atmosphere in Southbank.
Live sounds, great food, good times!
-
The Balaclava Hotel
Feast and Sip Through the Long Weekend
The Balaclava Hotel is serving up all the favourites this King's Birthday Long Weekend—think comforting pub classics, cold pints, and a laid-back local vibe perfect for catching up with mates.
Great food, cold drinks, long weekend!
-
Melbourne Skydeck
Elevate Your Long Weekend at Melbourne Skydeck
Take the King's Birthday Long Weekend to new heights with a visit to Melbourne Skydeck. From breathtaking views to thrilling experiences, it's the ultimate way to see the city from a new perspective.
Sky-high views, unforgettable long weekend moments!
-
BearBrass
Eats, Drinks & Riverside Views This King's Birthday
Spend the King's Birthday Long Weekend at BearBrass, where riverside dining meets relaxed indulgence. From share plates to signature cocktails, it's the perfect Southbank spot for unwinding all weekend long.
Flavours flow with every riverside sip!
More King's Birthday Weekend 2026 Ideas for Melbourne
| LOCATION | BUSINESS | IDEA | COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Yarra | Temperance Hotel
|
June Long Weekend | A favourite venue for hipsters and all in downtown Chapel St South Yarra. Great Winter food for the June Long Weekend! Be tempted at Temperance with it's love to party play attitude! Enjoy Happy Hours, Food Specials and a full line up DJs across the weekend. |
| Southbank | P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
|
June Long Weekend | An authentic Irish favourite venue of Melbournians. P.J. O'Brien's is open every day of the June Long Weekend. Enjoy Drinks specials including Espresso Martini's on the Saturday and, a Traditional Sunday with Sunday Roast, LIVE Irish Music plus Drinks Specials. |
| Southbank | BearBrass
|
King's Birthday Long Weekend | Bearbrass is the old name for Melbourne. And it was called that settlement in May 1836. So celebrate all that is Melbourne in June this King's Birthday long weekend at Bearbrass with great food and awesome location. |
| Southbank | Ludlow Bar & Dining Room
|
King's Birthday Long Weekend Dining | Ludlow on the Yarra River has super view to Melbourne in Winter and we'll warm you up inside and out with our gas heaters. For the Kings's Birthday long weekend Ludlow is alive for friends to drop in with great winter food! Yum! |
| Brunswick | What The Putt
|
Putts, Laughs and Long Weekend Fun | What the Putt is turning up the fun this King's Birthday Long Weekend with wild mini golf, bold vibes and family-friendly chaos from first hole to last. Tee off and book your lane online! |
| Melbourne | Riverland Bar
|
Winter Drinks and Functions. | Warm up this Winter Opening with our drink specials. The King's Birthday weekend will be fun in Melbourne and even more fun riverside at Riverland. Come and get some warming food and good times with our let it snow function package to open Winter. |
| Melbourne | Young & Jackson
|
King's Birthday Dining | Get into see Chloe this Queen's Birthday Weekend and why not try our Guest beers with about 12 on tap. Makes me thirsty thinking about it! |
| Wheelers Hill | Wetlands Mini Golf
|
Outdoor Fun This King's Birthday Weekend | Surround yourself with fresh air, cheeky challenges and natural beauty at Wetlands Mini Golf—a perfect long weekend escape for families and mini golf lovers alike. Plan your visit and book ahead today! |
| Melbourne | The Wharf Hotel
|
King's Birthday Long Weekend | Enjoy LIVE football from the AFL all King's Birthday Long Weekend. Say cheers to the public holiday at the Wharf, open till late everyday of the King's Birthday break. |
| Richmond | Amora Hotel Riverwalk
|
Long Weekend Getaway | Enjoy a long weekend getaway at the Amora Hotel Riverwalk. Ideally located on the banks of the Yarra River you'll be treated to panoramic river views from a range luxurious suites and 2 bedroom apartments. Getaway in style at the Amora Hotel Riverwalk. |
| Dingley | Goanna Golf Dingley
|
Go Wild This Long Weekend at Goanna Golf | Adventure awaits at Goanna Golf this King's Birthday Long Weekend. Colourful holes, nature-themed fun and family vibes make it a playful escape for all ages. Swing by and book your tee time now! |
| Southbank | Hophaus
|
King's Birthday | Come together this King's Birthday long weekend in Melbourne on the second level of Southbank overlooking the awesome Yarra River and enjoy good food and drinks! |
| Aireys Inlet | Great Ocean Road Mini Golf
|
Mini Golf by the Coast This Long Weekend | Great Ocean Road Mini Golf is a must-stop for family fun this King's Birthday Long Weekend—quirky holes, open air, and big laughs await along the journey. Make it a trip to remember—book now! |
| Albert Park | Albert Park Mini Golf
|
Swing Into Family Fun This Long Weekend | Albert Park Mini Golf brings friendly competition and city-side fun to the King's Birthday Long Weekend. It's the perfect excuse to hit the green as a family. Grab your putter and book online now! |
| Vermont South | Swing Factory Morack Public Golf
|
Putt, Play and Laugh All Long Weekend | At Morack's Swing Factory, mini golf meets interactive fun. This King's Birthday Long Weekend, it's the go-to for family outings packed with smiles and soft landings. Get into the swing—book your round now! |
| Docklands | Platform 28
|
End of Financial Year Functions | June in Melbourne can be wet but we'll keep you warm for the Long Weekend at Platform 28. And if your work is planning an EOFY function then give our spaces are try. Great drinks, awesome food and fun staff are our specialty! |
| Melbourne | Morris House
|
King's Birthday Drinks | We've got Happy Hours sorted at Morris House. Not just on weekends but all the time! Checkout our Winter Happy Hours! |
| South Wharf | The Boatbuilders Yard
|
Winter Functions at Boaties | Get your crew on the gangway for a Winter Night City Lights function this June and celebrate the end of financial year. Great food and awesome drinks to get everyone warmed up. |
| Richmond | Harlow
|
King's Birthday Long Weekend | Head in to Harlow over the Queens Birthday Long Weekend for some great food and drink specials. Party with DJ's in the basement late into the night all weekend long. |
| Melbourne | Stamford Plaza Melbourne
|
Long Weekend Accommodation | Having a holiday in Melbourne over the Queens Birthday Weekend? Check into the Stamford Plaza for some great accommodation packages. They many suite options to suite your needs whether an intimate getaway or a family vacation. Plus amazing facilities and a prime CBD location. |
| Southbank | Hopscotch
|
Long Weekend: King's Birthday Edition | Hop into Hopscotch down in Melbourne's Southbank Precinct this King's Birthday Weekend for awesome specials and entertainment. Enjoy DJ's and LIVE acoustic Music over the long weekend. |
King's Birthday Weekend 2026 Community Events in Melbourne
Melbourne is set to come alive this King's Birthday Long Weekend with a packed calendar of community events, live entertainment, family fun and local experiences. From markets to music, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
| LOCATION | BUSINESS | IDEA | COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | MCG
|
Big Freeze at the 'G | This King's Birthday, the Big Freeze at the 'G brings sporting legends and icy plunges together for a powerful cause—raising vital funds and awareness for MND research in front of a roaring crowd. Slide in. Support MND. Be there. Check out Fight MND for how to support. |
| Melbourne | Melbourne
|
RISING | Melbourne's RISING festival lights up the city this King's Birthday Long Weekend with bold art, boundary-pushing performances, and after-dark adventures that transform winter nights into something unforgettable. Find out the details. |
Melbourne's Winter Big Days Keep Coming
Once the King's Birthday long weekend in June is over it's time to take in the end of financial year parties and look ahead to a Xmas in July celebration. Who doesn't like a roast and some plum pudding in July. Make sure you check out all the Christmas in July ideas for Melbourne and Winter functions.