MPavilion

MPavilion is a temporary structure in Queen Victoria Gardens that is redesigned each year to host a diverse program of talks, workshops, performances, and art installations. The venue functions as an open gathering place for creative exchange during the warmer months from November through March.

The Naomi Milgrom Foundation established MPavilion in 2014 as a platform to champion design and visual culture by inviting internationally recognized architects to redesign the pavilion each year. Since its inception it has grown to anchor Melbourne's cultural summer programming with continuous innovation and fresh perspectives.

Each season the Home Ground program brings together local artists and designers to explore connections between people and places through shared creative experiences. Visitors encounter exhibitions, performances, and discussions that reveal how communities relate to their surroundings.

All programs and events are free to attend, though checking the schedule beforehand helps you plan visits around activities that match your interests. The pavilion sits centrally in the gardens with ample seating, making it comfortable to linger during performances or discussions.

The Dusk til Dark sessions are evening events where experimental music plays as native fruit bats naturally fly overhead, bringing an unexpected wildlife element into the urban art experience. This creates a memorable encounter where nature and curated performance interweave.