Wednesday is hump day. The weekend is just coming in sight but it’s still a distance away. People at a loose end on a Wednesday or visitors to Melbourne are sometimes at a loss for what to do, so here are 20 of our suggestions.

1. Visit the Old Treasury Building which is one Melbourne's most impressive Victorian era buildings and has a regular display related to the history of Melbourne.
2. Pay a visit to CERES Environmental Park. Every Wednesday there is a farmers' market and plenty to see and do for adults and kids.
3. The National Gallery (International) in St Kilda road is often open on Wednesday evenings  for 'Art After Dark'. This often provides an opportunity to visit special exhibitions for those who cannot make it during the day.
4. Take a trip to Mornington . On Wednesdays you will find a large long-running craft market in the main street. If you want to stay closer to the city you can find a comprehensive list of Wednesday markets at The White Hat Guide to Wednesday Markets in Melbourne
5. The Queen Victoria Market is closed during the day on a Wednesday but the South Melbourne Market is open and offers a more compact version of its larger sister.
6. Take a leisurely stroll around Albert Park Lake. Enjoy a picnic or barbecue or maybe hire a boat.
7. During selected nights throughout the year enjoy the bustle of the Queen Victoria Night Market.
8. Take a boat tour on the Yarra and see the city from a different angle.
9. Enjoy lunch in Brunswick Street Fitzroy or Smith Street Collingwood.
10. Attend Evensong at St Paul's Cathedral. A brief oasis of calm in the bustle of the city.
11. Take a train to the end of the line and enjoy the changing scenery. You could try the Eltham/Hurstbridge line or maybe Belgrave in the Dandenongs
12. Visit Heidi or the McClelland Gallery and enjoy outdoor sculpture, indoor exhibitions and maybe a glass of champagne.
13. During winter, take in a free evening film at the State Library.
14. Have a leisurely night out at a restaurant in the city. There are plenty to choose from.
15. Visit Chloe at Young & Jacksons and remind yourself why she has become an icon of Melbourne.
16. Attend a free public seminar. For instance the Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific has one on the last Wednesday of the month. See The White Hat Guide to Free Workshops, Lectures & Seminars in Melbourne.
17. During the summer months head off to the Royal Botanic Gardens for Moonlight Cinema in the Gardens.
18. Choose a sidewalk cafe in the CBD or in the corporate sector of Docklands and enjoy watching Melbourne at work.
19. Take a stroll around the Parkville campus of the University of Melbourne and enjoy the mish-mash of architectural styles.
20.  And finally, if it's raining then you could have a look at The White Hat Guide to 50 Things to do on a Rainy Day in Melbourne.

Some forthcoming events on a Wednesday in Melbourne

Stonninton Jazz Festival - Jazz Storytime

Something for the little ones, Stonnington Jazz Festival presents a special take on story time. Capturing the imaginations of future jazz admirers are vocalist/ violinist Fem Belling and pianist/vocalist Monique DiMattina. Come along to hear children’s stories be bought to life with musical interpretations by these talented musicians.

Free
11am, 14th & 15th May 2019
Malvern Library, 1255 High St, Malvern

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West Side Story

Hailed as the greatest Broadway musical of all time, the genius of West Side Story was a  remarkable collaboration between Leonard Bernstein, Arthur Laurents, Stephen Sondheim and Jerome Robbins.   Bernstein’s world-famous score features unforgettable songs including ‘Maria’, ‘Tonight’, ‘Somewhere’, ‘America’ and ‘I Feel Pretty’, and this iconic dance musical remains one of the most poignant stage works of the twentieth century.   A modern retelling of Romeo and Juliet; this tragic love story tells the tale of two young people whose happiness is destroyed by the hate of two enemy camps in New York City’s urban jungle.

Director Joey McKneely’s vibrant new staging will feature some of Australia’s most exciting young talent performing Jerome Robbins’ original ground-breaking choreography.

Ticket prices and bookings at Opera Australia website
Tuesday to Sunday, 9th to 28th April 2019
State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne

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Muriel's Wedding - The Musical

This big, brash and very cheeky new musical is adapted from the very popular Australian film of the same name.

Prices & bookings on Her Majesty's Theatre website
Tuesday to Sunday until 1st June 2019
Her Majesty's Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Based on an original new story by J. K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a new play by Jack Thorne. It is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage.

The critically acclaimed play has won 24 major theatre awards in the UK and is the most-awarded production in the history of Britain’s prestigious Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play and Best Director. The play opened on Broadway in April 2018 to rave reviews and won 6 Tony Awards including Best Play, 6 Outer Critics Circle Awards, 5 Drama Desk Awards and many more.

	Wed	Thur	Fri	Sat
2pm	Part One			Part One
7.30pm	Part Two	Part One	Part Two	Part Two

Ticket prices & bookings on the official website.
Wednesdays to Sundays, 18th Jan to 1st Dec 2019
Princess Theatre, Spring Street, Melbourne

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Selected attractions open on certain Wednesdays in Melbourne

Grainger Museum

Built by arguably Australia's finest musician, Percy Grainger, to house his collection of music-related instruments, scores and other items associated with his life and career. more info > >

13 Royal Parade, Parkville

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