What's on at RACV Club

Sat 4 Jan | Suite access from 6:45pm | MCG Corporate Suite | $345 per person

The Big Bash League is back, enjoy the game from our fully inclusive MCG Suite.

Includes ticket to into the suite, food and beverage

Tue 7 Jan | 9:30am – 10:30am | Tennis Courts, Healesville Country Club and Resort | $30 per child, $50 two children

Kids’ tennis is the perfect blend of fun, fitness, and skill-building! Designed for beginners, our program uses kid-sized rackets, and low-compression balls to make learning easy and enjoyable.

Your child will develop coordination, teamwork, and a love for the game while making new friends in a supportive environment.

Wed 8 Jan | 3pm – 3:45pm | Swimming Pool, Healesville Country Club and Resort | $20 per child, $35 two children

Aqua Fun is an exciting adventure with swim coach Jenny! Featuring noodle races, ball scrambles, tunnel ball, and relay challenges, promising laughter, teamwork, and splashing good times. Ages 8+

Thu 9 Jan | 10am – 12pm | Barak Room, Healesville Country Club & Resort |$30 per child, $50 two children

Melbourne's Mobile Zoo is coming to the Healesville Country Club this school holidays! Mingle with some of Australia's amazing native animals in this fun, hands-on experience. In addition to this interactive encounter, wildlife ambassadors will be joining us to educate and engage children about the fascinating world of Australia's native wildlife. 

Fri 10 Jan | 6-10 years, 10am-11am | 11+years, 11:30pm – 12:30pm | Pro Golf Shop, Healesville Country Club & Resort | $20 per child, $35 two children

Introduce your child to the exciting world of golf with lessons. Whether they’re beginners or looking to refine their skills, learn from our professional golfers with a unique opportunity to grasp the fundamentals and improve. 

Thu 21 Jan | 10am – 12:30pm | Level 2, City Club | $30 per person

Join Kenneth Park, RACV Club Member and seasoned traveller for a double lecture as he introduces you to world of RACV Reciprocal Clubs. One of the great benefits of RACV Club membership is to enjoy the opportunity of experiencing affiliated clubs across the globe. Kenneth will profile many of these clubs in these lectures – many of which boast colourful histories.

Ticket includes talk & light refreshments

Sat 25 Jan | 6pm-10pm | Level 17, City Club | $150 per person

Dust off your kilt, your sporran, and your tartan for a celebration of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, in collaboration with the Melbourne Tartan Festival.
Enjoy an evening of music, poetry and song, with ceilidh dancing, and the famous Address To A Haggis! Featuring the fabulous Melbourne Scottish Fiddle Club and renowned traditional singer Fiona Ross.

Ticket includes four-course dinner, beverages, and themed entertainment. Non-haggis option available.

This is a shared table event. Suitable for singles.

Tue 28 Jan | 6pm-9pm | Level 17, City Club | $120 Adult, $65 Teen (13-17yrs), $35 Child (2-12yrs)

Celebrate Lunar New Years’ Eve on Level 17 with a seafood buffet featuring hawker-style favorites. Enjoy the traditional spectacle of lion dancers as we embrace the New Year with good fortune and great food.

Ticket includes buffet and entertainment. Beverages available at bar prices. 

Wed 29 Jan| 6pm-10pm | Members’ Dining Room, City Club | $175 per person

Celebrate Lunar New Year in the Members’ Dining Room! Welcome the Year of the Snake with a delicious 5-course set menu by guest chef Leslie Chan, returning for his 6th year at the Club. Begin the festivities with a complimentary glass of sparkling on arrival and indulge in a culinary journey that honours the traditions and flavours of the season. Optional $85 beverage package.

Includes 5-course meal and sparkling on arrival. Additional beverages available at bar prices. 

Thu 30 Jan | 10am – 12:30pm | Level 2, City Club | $50 per person

In this double lecture, we will profile four distinctive Baltic cities – Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius and Helsinki. These beautiful cities proudly celebrate their rich cultural and architectural heritage. Each city have had to deal with challenging political events over the centuries but nonetheless have managed to preserve their cultural identities. Join Kenneth Park and discover why these cities have boomed, and now are experiencing a surge in tourist popularity.

Ticket includes double lecture & morning tea.

Waitlist only | 

Tue 4 Feb | 10:30am-4:30pm (approx.) | Bus departs from/returns to City Club | $110 per person 
 

Embark on an unforgettable journey in one of Outback Spirit's premium Mercedes Benz 4WD Touring Coaches! Depart from the City Club in a 5-star vehicle celebrated for its comfort and safety, and journey to Healesville Country Club for a 2-course lunch with wine at Banyalla Restaurant. Afterward, indulge in a chocolate-tasting experience at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, before returning to the City Club.  
 
Ticket includes transport, 2-course lunch with wine, and chocolate tasting.  
 
Receive a bonus $220 per person saving when booking an Outback Spirit or Journey Beyond Rail journey before 4^th March 2025.  

^{Terms & Conditions apply
*Offer valid on Outback Spirit & Journey Beyond Rail Journeys only. Valid on new bookings only. Bookings must be deposited prior to 4 March 2025.} 

Tue 4 Feb | 6pm-9pm | Billiards Room, City Club | $20 per person

Calling all aspiring or novice players, our Social 8-Ball returns for 2025. Three-time world champion and resident professional Robby Foldvari will be supervising the night. 
 
Minimum of two matches and prizes to be won.

Fri 7 Feb | 7pm-9pm | Level 17, City Club | $40 per person

Join Comedy Hypnotist Gerard V for a fun, engaging show where the audience are the stars! Watch as Gerard V invites audience volunteers to the stage to be hypnotized right before your eyes. Gerard’s spontaneous and improvisational act guarantees laughter and entertainment that leaves lasting memories.

Ticket includes show and beverages.

Sat 8 Feb | 2:30pm-4pm | Library, City Club | $25 per person

Celebrate the Gallery Lounge exhibition Beyond Textiles with RACV Head of Visual Arts, Mardi Nowak In Conversation with exhibiting artists Tia Ansell and Tim Gresham. Enjoy the exhibition, delight upon canapes made in response to the artworks and unravel traditional notions behind textile works.

Ticket includes beverages and canapes.

_{Tim Gresham, Shift Memory, 2014, tapestry, 80 x 150cm, Courtesy the artist} 

Sat 8 Feb | 10am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm | Level 2, City Club | $25 per person

This class is designed specifically for beginners, so you don't need any prior experience. In this two-hour workshop, our expert instructor will guide you through the basic stitches and techniques needed to create a classic Granny square. You'll also learn how to create crochet clusters and chains. Everything you need, from crochet hooks to yarn, will be provided.

Ticket includes workshop, tea and coffee.

Sun 9 Feb | 10:30am-1pm | Bus departs from/returns to Healesville Country Club & Resort | $75 per person, Ages 18+

Sharpen your tastebuds with this winemaker-led wine blending masterclass, where you’ll learn how to taste and assemble stellar wines. Freshen your palate with a cheese and charcuterie pairing intermission. The experience concludes with a competitive ‘blind’ tasting of your blends. The group that puts together the blend with the most votes takes home bragging rights and a few bottles of their winning wine.
 
Ticket includes bus transfers, wine tasting of Punt Road Wine’s estate range, a winemaker-led blending and food pairing masterclass, and accompanying charcuterie and cheese bites.

8-week course, starting on 10 Feb | 1:30pm – 3:30pm | Level 2, City Club | $160 per person

Beginner Bridge Lessons are back! One of the Club’s largest interest groups, the RACV Bridge Club hosts sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays each week. This is the perfect opportunity to learn the game and get involved. The Beginner Bridge course comprises eight lessons and will be held on Monday afternoons.

Session dates: 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar.

Tea and coffee is provided at each session.

Tue 11 Feb | 11am – 1:30pm | Level 2, City Club | $50 per person

Many novels have been especially controversial, resulting in court cases, the banning of books, and violence. Which works of literature have got readers and the authorities especially hot under the collar?

Susannah Fullerton examines some controversial classics - poems, children’s fiction, biography, a play, and novels. Be challenged to think about how you yourself respond to these literary works, and what might make you ban a book…

Ticket includes talk and plated lunch.

Fri 14 Feb | 6pm-10pm | Members’ Dining Room, City Club | $155 per person
 

Enjoy a delightful evening with our carefully crafted 5-course set menu, featuring a choice of main and a dessert to share. Enjoy your complimentary glass of sparkling wine upon arrival and indulge in a memorable dining affair in a charming setting.

Includes 5-course meal, sparkling on arrival, and a gift to take away. Entertainment includes string duo. 

Fri 14 Feb | 12pm-3pm| Sojourn, New Chancery Lane | $65 per person

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Sojourn Restaurant with a romantic Lovers Lunch. Enjoy a 4-course shared menu and a complimentary glass of sparkling.

Sojourn endeavors to cater to all dietary requirements, however, both guests are required to dine from the same menu. 

Fri 14 Feb | Choose from two sittings: 5:30pm or 7:45pm | Sojourn, New Chancery Lane | $99 per person

Make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with a romantic dinner at Sojourn Restaurant. Indulge in a 6-course shared menu, enjoy live entertainment, and take home a special gift to celebrate the evening.

Sojourn endeavors to cater to all dietary requirements, however, both guests are required to dine from the same menu. 

Fri 14 Feb | 6pm-9pm| Wine Bar, City Club | $75 per person

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the romantic ambiance of our Wine Bar. Enjoy a 4-course shared menu, a complimentary glass of sparkling, a special gift to take home, and a live harpist.

Wine Bar endeavors to cater to all dietary requirements, however, both guests are required to dine from the same menu. 

Thu 27 Feb | 6:30pm – 9:00pm | The Pavilion, City Club | $45 per person, $340 Table of 8.

More than just Trivia Night, it's a Game Show! Game Show LIVE is the most exciting and fast paced games night you will experience, short of actually being on a Game Show yourself! An interactive multimedia event; live scoring, professional host, wireless buzzers, and questions that will journey you through our theme of music and movies.

 
Come solo or with friends, all are welcome to join in.
 
Ticket includes Game Show, drink on arrival and finger foods (Le Petit Gateau). Further drinks available at bar prices.

Wed 19 Feb | 6:30pm – 10pm | Banyalla Private Dining Room, Healesville Country Club & Resort | $395 per person

You're invited to an exclusive private dinner with legendary cricketer Sir Ian Botham. This intimate gathering offers the rare chance to enjoy fine dining, exquisite wines, and personal stories from one of cricket's greats. Don't miss this unique experience!
 
Ticket includes 3 course meal and beverages.

Thu 27 Feb | 10am-11:30am | Meet at the Visitor Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens | $55 per person 

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. 

Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia through a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

Ticket includes exclusive guided tour only. Minimum numbers required.

^{Image Credit: Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria}

Tue 4 Mar | 10am – 12:30pm | Level 2, City Club | $50 per person

Britain boasts an incredible collection of stately houses. Each comes with its own individual story. Many of these homes’ extraordinary architectural masterpieces often set stunning landscapes and gardens also boast fine interiors filled with magnificent collections of art and objects. Over the centuries they have played host kings and queens, prime ministers, actors and poets – all manner of illustrious guests. Join Kenneth Park for two lectures that take form of a grand tour of some of Britain’s finest stately homes.

Ticket includes double lecture & morning tea.

Thu 6 Mar | 12pm-2:30pm | Club Pavillion, Level 2, City Club | $90 per person

Celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) with us at RACV, a global day that honors the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. We are delighted to welcome three remarkable women—Kate Ceberano, Jenna O'Hea, and Caroline Brunne—who will share their inspiring stories and experiences (including a performance from Kate Ceberano). Enjoy a delicious 2-course lunch with beverages while engaging in a powerful conversation about women's impact across various fields. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate, connect, and be inspired. We look forward to seeing you there!

Ticket includes guest speakers, a specialised 2 course meal, beverages & giveaways. 

Wed 12 Mar | 10:30am-11:30am | Melbourne Tram Museum, 8 Wallen Rd, Hawthorn, 3122 | Gold coin donation on arrival

Since 1885, Melbourne has been renowned for its iconic tram network. Explore the history of the most authentic tramway museum in Australia: the heritage-listed Hawthorn Tram Depot.

Sat 15 Mar | 7pm-9:30pm | Doors open 6:45pm | Level 17, City Club | $90 per person

Experience an energetic evening that celebrates the remarkable musical legacies of two legendary icons. Tina Turner and Tom Jones have profoundly influenced the music scene since the 1960s.

This vibrant show reflects their essence with a fun and sassy flair, making it a memorable experience for audiences young and old!

All tickets include show, light bites, and beverages. Pre-show dining option at Members Dining Room. 

Waitlist only | Sat 22 Mar | 10am – 5pm | Meet at Healesville Country Club & Resort | $175 per person

The Healesville Country Races are back! Our marquee package includes transfers from Healesville Country Club, priority entry to our VIP area and a decadent four-course lunch with beverages. Dress to impress and don’t forget to collect your race guide on arrival to make the most of all the action!

Sat 22 Mar | 6pm-10pm | Members’ Dining Room, City Club | $95 per person

Experience an evening of elegance and entertainment in the Members’ Dining Room at the first Dinner Dance of 2025! Indulge in exquisite cuisine, sip on fine wines, and dance the night away to the captivating tunes of the Baker Boys Band.
 

Ticket includes 3-course set menu. Beverages at menu prices.

Tue 25 Mar | 12pm-2:30pm | 1210 Melba Hwy, Yarra Glen, 3775 | $35 per person

Discover the beauty of Alowyn Gardens & Nursery with a delicious gourmet grazing box, tea, and coffee. Enjoy a welcoming talk from the owners, who will share the history and highlights of the 7-acre garden, plant nursery, and courtyard. Then, take a self-guided stroll through the stunning gardens at your leisure.

Ticket includes lunch, welcome talk, and self-guided garden entry.

Thu 10 Apr | 6pm-7:30pm | Robin Boyd House, 290 Walsh St, South Yarra, 3141 | $95 per person

Experience an unforgettable evening at the iconic Robin Boyd House with an exclusive Sunset Cocktail Tour. Begin with a welcome reception and a brief storytelling session, then indulge in three expertly crafted cocktails (or mocktails upon request) served on the half hour. Savour gourmet cheese and charcuterie platters while guides share intriguing insights into the house’s design and Robin Boyd’s enduring legacy. As you mingle, the smooth sounds of Boyd’s favourite jazz tracks will set the perfect atmosphere, making this a truly memorable celebration of architecture, culture, and style.

Ticket includes tour, 3 cocktails, and charcuterie platters.

Tue 15 Apr | 11am – 12pm | $20 for 1 child, $30 for 2 children | Level 2, City Club
 

A jam-packed 60-minute show of big WOW science madness!  There are giant smoke vortices, levitating beach balls, flying toilet paper, flour fireballs, hair-raising electricity, and lots of learning! The MAD SCIENCE SHOW is a science sampler to immerse students in science. It is full of demonstrations and includes some audience participation. 

Recommended Ages - Prep to year 8

Ticket includes Mad Science show and snacks. 

Wed 16 Apr | 11am – 12pm | $25 for 1 child, $35 for 2 children | Level 2, City Club

Come join us for a Slime time where kids will get the choice to make either Sanrio Slime or Volcano Slime! There will also be colouring sheets and fun dancing games to get the kids up and moving!

Each child will get to take home their big Slime in a Fizz Kidz pot for hours of endless fun!
 

Recommended ages 4 – 12 years old.

Tue 22 Apr | 9:30am-12pm | Meet at the stage near the big screen at Federation Square | $50 per person

On the Melbourne Architecture Tour, we’ll explore the city’s fascinating evolution—from its early 19th-century grid to the gold rush boom, inter-war designs, and today’s sustainable ‘carbon-neutral’ buildings. Stroll through Melbourne’s iconic civic spine, taking in heritage landmarks, innovative structures, and cutting-edge modern architecture. Discover how Melbourne transformed from a modest settlement into a global cultural hub, with architectural lessons that resonate worldwide.

The tour starts at Federation Square and winds through Swanston, Flinders, Collins, and Bourke Streets, concluding near Collins and Queen Street.

Ticket includes exclusive guided tour only.