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PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival makes its grand return to the historic Royal Exhibition Building in 2026 as part of our continued partnership with Museums Victoria.
As the official Home of the Festival, this celebrated and historically significant building has been our proud host for 10th remarkable Festivals and will provide a stunning setting to present our world-class Premium Runways and Fashion Forecourt to over 3,000 people per night.
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Nestled amongst the verdant expanse of the Carlton Gardens, the grand silhouette of the Royal Exhibition Building stands as a testament to Melbourne's rich heritage and cultural legacy.
With its striking architectural details, ornate murals, expansive galleries and awe-inspiring dome, the Royal Exhibition Building continues to host a diverse selection of Melbourne's major events.
The Dome Promenade provides visitors with an unmatched aerial view of the Melbourne skyline and Carlton Gardens, with guided Dome Promenade tours available here.
The Royal Exhibition Building was built for the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition and continues to host a variety of major community events each year, from art installations and cultural festivals, to markets and trade shows.
Image shot by John Gollings
MELBOURNE MUSEUM
Museums Victoria is home to Melbourne Museum, Immigration Museum, Scienceworks and IMAX Melbourne, along with the Home of the Festival – the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building.
As the custodian of more than 15 million collection items, Museums Victoria traces the natural, social and cultural records of the Australasian region. Through transformative exhibitions, programs and experiences, Museums Victoria remains committed to helping people advocate for and gain a deeper understanding of the world we live in.