Melbourne Day 30 August

Lve Melbourne

A Melbourne Day cupcake with one candle.

Celebrate 2026 Melbourne Day — 191 years of marvellous

Team up, Melbourne — be proud.

Your energy, heart and soul that made us one of the world's most liveable cities — an envy of the world — is unstoppable.

Cheer Melbourne and celebrate all that's great.

It's time to stand for Melbourne and keep Melbourne marvellous.

Let's get back our No 1 World's Most Liveable City trophy.

Check back soon for details of the annual flag-raising ceremony and 2026 celebrations.

Show how you celebrate

Celebrate 2026 Melbourne Day your way: at home with a family party, at work with a morning team — in the best, most creative, way you can.

Post on social media how you celebrate using #MelbourneDay

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Melburnian of the Year Jo Horgan AM

Jo Horgan Am - 2025 Melburnian of the Year - Melbourne Day

The Melburnian of the Year for 2025 is Jo Horgan, the founder and Co-CEO of the beauty and experiential retail empire MECCA Brands.

Jo was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 2023 for her contribution to retail and women in leadership.

She serves on the boards of the National Gallery of Victoria Foundation and the Edward Wilson Trust, and is a member of Chief Executive Women, driving positive change across business and the community.

The Melbourne Awards celebrate inspirational achievements of people and organisations whose passion and commitment help make Melbourne one of the most liveable cities in the world.

Started in 2005 by Melbourne Day Committee and City of Melbourne, the awards have expanded to honour significant contributions in the areas of environmental sustainability, community, multiculturalism and strengthening Melbourne's profile.

The 2026 Melburnian of the Year will be announced at the Melbourne Awards Gala on 14 November 2026. Finalists are announced on 28 October 2026.