If you’re looking for some great events to attend in the new month or so, do not stop reading! We have scoured the internet and come up with the ultimate list of the 5 hottest, and most entertaining events that are going to be happening right here in Melbourne in October through November. All of these events are sure to be absolutely fantastic, so book your tickets if needed ahead of time –these are events that you do not want to miss out on!

1) The Melbourne Cup Carnival

On November 1st, one of the biggest horse races will be taking place at Flemington racecourse in Melbourne. It is sure to be one big event that many racing fans are waiting for in anticipation. There are so many ways you can get involved in the carnival; Melbourne Cup betting online is a favourite as you get a slice of the excitement, alongside the chance to win some major money. Freebets offers you some great deals, with excellent odds when being on the Melbourne Cup. In addition, there are other fun activities happening at the Melbourne Cup Carnival, such as a family and children’s’ fashion show and competition, as well as the Myer Fashions on the field event.

2)  Luna Dark 2016 - Halloween at Melbourne's Luna Park

If you’re looking for some scary fun on Halloween weekend, October 29th – 31st), then Luna Dark 2016 is the perfect event for you! Luna Park will be completely made over into the terrifying Luna Dark. There will be some amazing performances by the Strays as well a scary 3D experience, brought to you by the circus of screams. And if you are a trivia buff of note, you may want to make sure that you are there on the Saturday evening to participate in the Howl-O-Ween game show where you will be tested on your knowledge of anything and everything spooky and scary.

3) Ronan Keating’s National Tour

If you are a Ronan Keating fan, then you better go buy some tickets quick! Ronan Keating will be performing from in Melbourne for two nights only –October 28th and 29th –at the Arts Centre Melbourne in the Hamer Hall. This former Boyzone heart-throb is a fantastic performer and his shows are promised to be heaps of fun for all those who love his music.

4) Cake Bake and Sweets show

Calling all people with a sweet tooth! The Cake Bake and Sweet show is happening at the wonderful Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre  on the weekend of Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd October 2016. This is an event not to be missed, with a cake challenge you can enter, as well as other fun demonstrations by professionals

5) Viktor&Rolf: Fashion Artists at NGV

This is an event that is not to be missed if you love fashion! The exhibition opens October 21st and runs for a few months. This highly awaited exhibition showcases the work of Dutch Avant Garde designers Victor and Rolf.