Explore contemporary art and music at RISING Festival
Melbourne, Australia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 26°C, january is typically the warmest month in melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Venues are wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Venues are wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Mixed pricing and fees affected the overall value.
Mixed pricing and fees affected the overall value.
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Summarised by AI
Unique Culture
Couples found the diverse program and immersive experiences truly captivating and memorable.
Great Atmosphere
The city-wide celebration created a vibrant and romantic atmosphere for couples to enjoy.
Well Organized
Couples appreciated the clear accessibility information and well-planned event schedules.
Hidden Costs
Travelers felt the additional ticket fees were an unexpected and unwelcome surprise.
Overcrowded Events
Some couples noted that popular events were very crowded, affecting the experience.
Pricey Tickets
Couples thought that ticket prices for some events were a bit too expensive.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
13-24°C
Warm summer conditions with low rainfall.
Warm summer conditions with low rainfall.
Open
Early booking recommended due to high demand.
Early booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit, though expect larger crowds and higher prices.
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit, though expect larger crowds and higher prices.
January
HIGH
14-26°C
January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25.8°C and lows of 14.4°C. The city experiences about 9.5 days of rainfall, accumulating approximately 36mm of precipitation. Humidity averages at 63%, and the UV index is moderate, requiring sun protection during peak hours.
January is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, with average high temperatures around 25.8°C and lows of 14.4°C. The city experiences about 9.5 days of rainfall, accumulating approximately 36mm of precipitation. Humidity averages at 63%, and the UV index is moderate, requiring sun protection during peak hours.
Open
High demand for accommodations and event tickets; early booking is recommended.
High demand for accommodations and event tickets; early booking is recommended.
Recommended
January offers warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere with major events. However, expect higher prices and larger crowds. Booking in advance is advisable.
January offers warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere with major events. However, expect higher prices and larger crowds. Booking in advance is advisable.
February
MEDIUM
15-26°C
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.6°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 8 days of rain totaling 48mm. Humidity remains moderate at 64%, and the UV index is moderate, necessitating sun protection.
February continues the warm summer trend in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 25.8°C and lows of 14.6°C. Rainfall is slightly less frequent, with about 8 days of rain totaling 48mm. Humidity remains moderate at 64%, and the UV index is moderate, necessitating sun protection.
Open
Moderate demand; booking in advance is recommended for popular events and accommodations.
Moderate demand; booking in advance is recommended for popular events and accommodations.
Recommended
February offers warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit, but early booking is still advisable due to ongoing events.
February offers warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. It's a good time to visit, but early booking is still advisable due to ongoing events.
March
MEDIUM
13-24°C
March marks the beginning of autumn in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.0°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 10 days, accumulating around 50mm. Humidity increases to 67%, and the UV index remains moderate.
March marks the beginning of autumn in Melbourne, with average high temperatures of 23.8°C and lows of 13.0°C. Rainfall occurs over approximately 10 days, accumulating around 50mm. Humidity increases to 67%, and the UV index remains moderate.
Open
Generally good availability, but some events may still require advance booking.
Generally good availability, but some events may still require advance booking.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Melbourne. Prices are more reasonable, and availability is better compared to peak summer months.
March offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Melbourne. Prices are more reasonable, and availability is better compared to peak summer months.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Flinders Street Station is a major hub for all of Melbourne's metropolitan train lines, including the Craigieburn, Frankston, Glen Waverley, Hurstbridge, and Sandringham lines, among others. V/Line regional services to Gippsland also operate from this station. The Ballroom is located within the station.
Walking
Recommended
Given its central location, Flinders Street Station is easily reachable on foot from many parts of Melbourne's CBD. The main entrance to the Flinders Street Station Ballroom is at the Elizabeth Street end of the station.
Bike
The area around Flinders Street Station is accessible by bicycle, with bike lanes on Swanston Street.
Bus
Multiple bus routes stop near Flinders Street Station, including routes 216, 220, 234, 250, 251, 302, 350, and 605, with stops at Federation Square/Swanston St and Swanston St/Flinders St.
Car
Driving to the venue is possible, with Flinders Street being a major thoroughfare. Several commercial car parks are available nearby, including Paramount Car Park on Exhibition Street and Wilson Parking at 450 Flinders Street.
Metro
Numerous tram routes stop directly at or near Flinders Street Station, including lines 1, 3, 3a, 5, 6, 16, 19, 64, 67, 70, 72, and 75, with the Federation Square/Swanston St #13 stop being a one-minute walk away. The free City Circle Tram (Route 35) also stops at Flinders Street Station.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available for drop-off at Flinders Street Station, with a major taxi rank located on Flinders Street.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required