Library Up Late x Melbourne International Comedy Festival

Grab a drink and witness some of Melbourne’s top comics take to stages across the Library’s extraordinary spaces. From rooms packed with hilarious comedy sets to roving comedic performances under the iconic Dome, there’s no better place to celebrate the festival’s 40th year than here at the Library.

Whether it’s Celine Dion’s My Heart Will Go On or Olivia Rodrigo's drivers license, swap the hairbrush for a mic and belt heartbreak anthems at the Lonely Hearts Karaoke Club. Pitch optional. Passion mandatory.

Throughout the night, the La Trobe Reading Room will become the ultimate dancefloor under the Dome with dynamic DJ sets and roving performances.

Gain exclusive after-hours access to the Library’s latest exhibition Rebel Heart, a tribute to defiant expressions of the heart, celebrating true stories of the rebels of romance from the past to the present.

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Want to elevate your night?

Celebrate in style with our VIP experience Love at First Bite. From 6-8pm, start the evening with a curated grazing experience including a pasta station, nacho bar and an inclusive beverage selection by The Big Group, followed by trivia dedicated to beloved Romcoms. After 8pm, your ticket also includes access to Library Up Late, 10% off at the bars and access to our VIP viewing gallery in our iconic Dome.

“a one-of-a-kind experience that transcended typical art events. An event that was a house party, nightclub and art soiree all in one”. – Amnplify

This event is for people aged 18 and over.

Presented by State Library Victoria with Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

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