Now or Never 2024

21 — 31 AUGUST 2025
MELBOURNE / NARRM 21 — 31 AUGUST 2025

Presented with State Library Victoria

Library Up Late

Fri 22 Aug

State Library Victoria

The Library is one of our last true third places — a public commons for ideas, memory and imagination. Library Up Late extends this ethos, transforming State Library Victoria into an after-hours playground for collective creative expression.

Roam the Library’s grand halls and hidden corners with exclusive late-night access to new exhibitions and curator talks. Then, surrender to the sounds of Melbourne’s most visionary DJs as they reanimate the iconic Dome with rhythm, light and movement. For one night only, the Library shifts from stillness to pulse — a celebration of knowledge, nightlife and the culture we create together.

Tickets

$34 Adult
$29 State Library Victoria Members / Concession / Under 30s
$25 First Nations

+ booking fee

Licensed venue 18+

GENERAL ONSALE MON 23 JUNE, 12PM
Inside the main room of State Library Victoria that has been lit up pink/purple, filled with people enjoying Library Up Late.

  • 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

  • Presented with

    • State Library Victoria

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