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FREE Bachata & salsa lesson! (plus: social dancing)

Thu, Sep 17, 9:00 AM

From Fluent Fast! Free Language Conversation and Exchange.

4.4

IMPORTANT: Registration required! Registration for free the free class is required! Without a registration, it's $20 per person. To register, please use the link below: Register here: https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/lae4ag Overview: Join us for Tromba Latin Fiesta at Ms Collins, one of Melbourne's most popular weekly Latin dance nights. Everyone is welcome — whether you're completely new to Latin dancing or an experienced dancer. No partner is required, and the atmosphere is friendly, social, and beginner-friendly - it's also a great way to met new people. Enjoy an exciting night of Cuban Salsa, Bachata, Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, and Latin party music in the heart of Melbourne CBD. FREE Dance Classes!: All dance classes are FREE (if you have regsitered). Class Schedule: 🕗 8:00 PM – FREE Beginner Bachata Class 🕗 8:00 PM – FREE Intermediate Cuban Salsa Class 🕘 9:00 PM – FREE Beginner Salsa Class 🕘 9:00 PM – FREE Intermediate Bachata Class After the classes, stay for social dancing and meet new people while enjoying Latin music throughout the night. ⏰ Classes start from: 8:00 PM 💃 Social dancing: After classes until late What to Expect • Friendly and welcoming community • Beginner-friendly environment • No partner needed • Multiple dance styles and music throughout the night • Great way to meet new people and experience Melbourne's Latin dance scene Dress Code: Smart casual. You will be refused entry if wearing: • Gym wear • Singlets • Thongs • Athletic clothing Valid photo ID is required for entry. Registration: Registration is required for first-time attendees in order to get get a free class: https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/lae4ag

36 attendees

Happy Hour Toastmasters

Wed, Sep 16, 7:45 AM

From Toastmasters - Victoria

4.6

**At Happy Hour Toastmasters - We make public speaking** **FUN!** **Do you want to get better at speaking in front of people?** Maybe for that important presentation at work, or that big wedding speech you've been asked to give? Do you want to have fun and make a bunch of great new friends while doing it? Then **our club is the place for you!** Our club is a diverse and supportive group of people, from beginners to world championship finalist-level speakers, who meet regularly to practice and improve our public speaking skills. **You'll also** **learn:** * **leadership skills** * **networking and 'soft skills'** * **how to provide constructive feedback** * **how to control your 'ums' and 'ahs'** * **how to think quickly and creatively while speaking on your feet** * **and much more!** **Guests are welcome** to come to any of our meetings, and we are also to chat with you about questions you might have, so please get in touch! **Please note - Bookings are essential**, as we need to let you into the building when you arrive!

12 attendees

Respawn Gaming Monthly Yu-Gi-OH! TCG Goat Format Tournament

Sun, Sep 27, 2:30 AM

From Melbourne Language Exchange & Social: Make New Friends

4.5

Welcome to Respawn’s TCG Tournament edition Event! 🛡️ Respawn is going to be doing a monthly Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament. Goat Format is a highly popular, community-driven legacy format in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game that freezes the game in the summer of 2005, specifically utilizing the rules, card pool, and April 2005 Forbidden and Limited list. The format serves as a time capsule for the end of the classic Duel Monsters era and the dawn of Yu-Gi-Oh! GX. The cutoff point is traditionally fixed just before the August 2005 release of the Cybernetic Revolution expansion, meaning modern foundational cards like Cyber Dragon do not exist. Decklist reference: https://img.yugioh-card.com/en/downloads/forms/KDE_DeckList.pdf What happens if you don't have any Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards? Proxies will be printed out for you guys before the tournament. You cannot use cards that are out after September 2005 & 'Exarion Universe'. Swiss Rounds with 45mins per round, Best of 3 and best of luck! Yu-Gi-Oh! Goat Format banlist - https://formatlibrary.com/formats/goat Nothing to worry about as it’s not serious, more casual. Entry is $4 per person (seperate to entry fee). Prizes awarded to podium finishers worth $5-$20. Ages +6, supervised until +18 years old. 🫶 TOURNAMENT PRIZES: 1st Place: ??? 🥇 2nd Place: ??? 🥈 3rd Place: ??? 🥉 🏆 You can also come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. Spectator game stations available!🥤 Entry is $4 or buy yourself a drink or food. 🍲 At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and this time have 2 multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A and B). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️ Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, PS3, PS4, SNES, N64, Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️ Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! ✌️ Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩 Our games list is below! 👇 Game Station A - Emulator N64 & PS1 - Dean: • ??? • ??? Game Station B - Wii U - Michael: • ??? • ??? Game Station C - PS4 - Abaan: • ??? • ??? Game Station D - Yu-Gi-OH! TCG Tournament dedicated station. You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍 You can pre-register on the Tournament Ladder Link: https://challonge.com/kupzkt47. Please email your deck list to us or pre-register here: RespwnzZ@hotmail.com Edison format rules and banned cards: https://formatlibrary.com/formats/edison Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱 Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧 Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗 Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩‍💻 IT’S TIME TO D-D-D-D-DDDUEELLL! 🔥

3 attendees

Manningham Toastmasters Meeting

Thu, Sep 10, 9:30 AM

From Toastmasters - Victoria

4.6

Manningham Toastmasters is a public speaking group that helps people improve their confidence, communication, and leadership skills Join us at Manningham Toastmasters for an engaging and supportive meeting designed to help you grow your public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, encouraging environment. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve presentation skills, enhance communication at work, or simply challenge yourself in a safe space, our meetings provide practical, hands-on experience. ### What to Expect When You Attend 🔹 **Prepared Speeches** Members deliver speeches they’ve been working on as part of the Toastmasters educational program. These range from icebreaker introductions to persuasive speeches, storytelling, leadership presentations, and more. 🔹 **Impromptu Speaking (Table Topics)** Guests and members are invited to participate in short, fun, impromptu speaking exercises. You’ll be given a surprise topic and 1–2 minutes to respond a great way to think on your feet in a low-pressure setting. 🔹 **Constructive Feedback** Every speaker receives supportive and structured feedback. Our evaluation process highlights strengths and provides practical suggestions for improvement, helping members grow with each speech. 🔹 **Leadership Opportunities** Meetings are run by members, giving everyone the chance to develop leadership, organization, and facilitation skills in real time. 🔹 **Welcoming Environment** We pride ourselves on being warm, inclusive, and encouraging. Guests are never pressured to speak, though you’re welcome to participate as much as you feel comfortable. ### Who Should Attend? * Professionals wanting to sharpen presentation skills * Students preparing for interviews or academic presentations * Business owners and leaders developing communication confidence * Anyone looking to overcome fear of public speaking * Individuals wanting personal growth in a supportive community ### Why Attend? By attending Manningham Toastmasters, you’ll gain: * Greater confidence when speaking in front of groups * Improved clarity and structure in your communication * Enhanced listening and feedback skills * A network of motivated, growth-focused individuals Guests are always welcome to attend and observe a meeting before deciding to join. We’d love to see you and support you on your communication journey.

6 attendees

Japanese/Riichi Mahjong (リーチ麻雀) at Good Games Box Hill

Sat, Sep 12, 2:30 AM

From Melbourne Mahjong Meetup Group

4.9

Join us for some games of (Japanese) Riichi Mahjong at Good Games Box Hill. We welcome beginners and seasoned players alike; let us know ahead of time if you are a beginner. We play with WRC rules with red fives. Please see the following website for more information regarding rules ([https://www.worldriichi.org/wrc-rules](https://www.worldriichi.org/wrc-rules)). Games are timed at 75 minutes + 1 additional hand and scores are tracked on https://scores.vicriichi.org/. Rounds will be at approximately the following times: \- 12:30/12:45pm \- 2:15pm \- 2:15pm \- 3:45pm \- 3:45pm \- 5:15pm Have the best 10 consecutive games between 1 May 2026 and 31 July 2026 to earn a $50 gift card to spend at Good Games! Entry fee: $5. If paying by cash, please pay at the counter. This money is used to pay for our use of the store space, maintaining equipment and other meetup services, and organising larger events open to everyone! Please change your RSVP to not going if you're no longer able to attend. This will give the next person on the waitlist the opportunity to attend. There is free parking available in the Care Park on Watts St next to the store. Want to support Victorian Riichi Mahjong and receive exclusive benefits? Then become an official member! For $30/year, members receive an extensive benefits package that includes: -Eligibility to discuss and vote on Club matters during live Club meetings, and to vote and run for Leadership Officer positions. -Complimentary Vic Riichi merchandise every membership year. -Early access and discounted entry fees for events and tournaments. -Mahjong coaching, workshops, study sessions, and online log reviews. -Access to exclusive members-only merchandise and events. -Access to meetup benefits such as discounted loyalty cards. Please see [here](https://www.vicriichi.org/membership) for more info! If you would like to connect with other Victorian/Australian Riichi Mahjong players online, check out our website, [https://www.vicriichi.org](https://www.vicriichi.org), and join the [Victorian Riichi Mahjong Association (VRMA)](https://vicriichi.org/discord) and [Australian Riichi Mahjong Association (ARMA)](https://discord.gg/m8rYv4fS4F) Discord groups!

10 attendees

North Melbourne Toastmasters Meeting

Thu, Sep 17, 9:15 AM

From Toastmasters - Victoria

4.6

Develop your public speaking skills in a safe, fun, learning environment. North Melbourne Toastmasters is a place where you develop and grow - both personally and professionally. You join a community of learners, and in Toastmasters meetings we learn by doing. Whether you're an executive or a stay-at-home parent, a college student or a retiree, you will improve yourself; building skills to express yourself in a variety of situations. You'll open up a world of new possibilities - Gain confidence, courage and poise - Overcome nerves - Express yourself in any situation - Deliver engaging presentations - Communicate what you really mean - Enhance your professional and personal development - Learn managerial and leadership skills Join us at North Melbourne Toastmasters for this Toastmasters meeting. This is the perfect place to develop your public speaking skills in a safe, fun, learning environment. Come along for free as our guest to experience a North Melbourne Toastmasters Club meeting. North Melbourne Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays- 7:30pm-9:30pm. Come as a guest and get a feel of Toastmasters and our amazing club!

5 attendees

Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock Inn

Tue, Sep 15, 9:00 AM

From Melbourne Board Games & Gatherings (Solos Welcome!)

4.8

Welcome to the **Tricky Tuesday** Meet Up! This is a smaller event but still the same sized fun! Come join us to play and explore modern card games (especially trick-takers and climbing/shedding games)! It's a great chance to learn a new game and meet some new people. You can usually find us at the tables in the side room! * *This event is made possible (and kept free for all members) via the support of [Pretty Tricky Games](http://prettytrickygames.com.au). An Australian online store for niche and unique imported and indie board and card games. Some of these you will be able to experience at our events!* Bring some games to this event if you can. There are none available at the venue. I will always have some packed - feel free to search for the rules and prepare yourself to play! These regular suspects include: Skull King, Farm Hand, The Crew, Space Dragons, VIVO, and Inside Job. Please consider others when coming and in the lead up to the event. We want as many people there as possible. If you are unable to attend mark yourself as such as soon as you can so others can be notified and attend. There's an FAQ below but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out. Your tricky friend, Dave **FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS** **What is a trick taking game? Good question you handsome person.** * Generally speaking, a trick taking game is a card game which is played in a series of rounds known as ***tricks***. * Each trick is evaluated to determine a winner or ***taker*** of that trick and then will usually start - or ***lead*** *-* the next trick. * The goal is usually tied to either winning or losing a number of tricks. This may also come in the form of you guessing how many tricks you will win - known as a ***bid***. * Some games may have a suit that always wins - known as a ***trump***. * Most trick taking games are **competitive** needing between 3-5 players, others are **cooperative**, there are also solo and two-player trick taking games as well! * Popular trick taking/trick taking adjacent games you may have heard of: [The Crew](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/324856/the-crew-mission-deep-sea), [Skull King](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/150145/skull-king), [Cat in the Box](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/345972/cat-in-the-box-deluxe-edition), [Scout](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/291453/scout), [Fox in the Forest](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/221965/the-fox-in-the-forest), the classic games of [Spades](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/592/spades) and [Hearts](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6887/hearts), **What makes a Trick Taking game fun?** * There's so much to trick taking games! They're generally quick to teach, quick to play, have interesting decision spaces, and a wide variety of novelty. Even the classics though can be played thousands of times without getting tiresome. Part of the fun is in the interaction with others, assessing their moves and countering them, and how to win (or lose) at the right times. You have to stay on your toes, adapt frequently, and keep tabs on the other players, what they have played, and what they may play next! **Do I need to know how to play/have played a trick taking game before?** * Not at all, but it is good to understand the basics and general terminology so you can pick things up a bit easier on the night. You can check out [this video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O7QyhKmCsk) for a bit of a general breakdown . **Is this event free?** * Yes, but please support the venue by purchasing a drink or two. **I'm on the waitlist can I still come?** * Unfortunately, no. We have limited capacity and must abide by it. **I don't have a game to bring, is that okay?** * Generally it will be okay, but it is encouraged to bring and share a game where you can! You can always bring a standard deck of cards or tarot cards and learn a card game or two as well! **Can I bring a guest?** * Unfortunately, unless they have signed up too it won't be possible. We have a strict limit on guests and the event would fill up too quickly otherwise. **How do I get to the venue?** * The 86 Tram is your best bet and has a stop pretty much right outside of the venue. * There are two train stations (Westgarth and Northcote) which are within walking distance. * Parking is available in the area but can get busy. If you don't mind a little walk there is parking down the adjacent street. **Dave, I worry you will win all the games we play. Such an intelligent and beautiful man, you must be a master of the tricks, is this true?** * Firstly - thank-you for the kind words, but secondly - no. I suck at trick taking games and lose more than I win. Yet, I enjoy them for their variety, high interaction, and quick nature regardless. You will be fine if you don't take things too seriously. It's about fun and meeting people... (but if you do beat me too often I will ban you from the group and venue...).

14 attendees

Saturday Social Club at Alfie's bar

Sat, Sep 26, 8:00 AM

From 2026 Melbourne New Friends & Language Exchange Meetup

4.5

**LINGUAS SATURDAY INTERNATIONAL PARTY AT ALFIE’S 🎉** Melbourne’s international community now has a new Saturday night. We will be joined by the patrons of Drifter Hostel. **This is a paid entry event. Entry is $5.** Join us at **Alfie’s Bar near Queen Victoria Market** for a more energetic, social and party-focused version of our regular Linguas language exchange events. Come early to meet locals, international students, travellers and people from around the world. Practise languages, join the games and make new friends—then stay as the music gets louder and the night turns into a party. Expect: 🎯 Darts 🎤 Karaoke 🕹️ Video Games **💃 Salsa & Bachata Class ( 7PM to 8PM )** 💿 DJ 🌍 An international crowd 🗣️ Language exchange and social games You don’t need to speak another language, and you don’t need to arrive with a group. Come alone or bring your friends—our events are designed to make meeting new people in Melbourne easier. 📍 **Alfie’s Bar — near Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne** 🗓️ **Saturday nights** 🕕 **6:00 PM until late** Come early for the language exchange, games and conversations. Stay late for the music, dancing and party. **Mingle early. Party late.** Follow Linguas for event updates, videos and photos: 📸 Instagram: **@Linguas.AU** 🔗 [https://www.instagram.com/linguas.au/](https://www.instagram.com/linguas.au/) 🌐 [https://linguas.com.au](https://linguas.com.au/) 📱 All event and community links: [https://linguas.com.au/links](https://linguas.com.au/links)

6 attendees

Hong Kong Mahjong at Marché Board Game Cafe

Wed, Sep 23, 8:00 AM

From Melbourne Mahjong Meetup Group

4.9

**TABLE ALLOCATIONS AND SCORING FOR QUARTERLY EVENT** As per below we are running a quarterly competition. The top 3 individuals who accumulate the most points over 7 of the maximum 12 sessions in the quarter will receive a prize according to how they place in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Furthermore, in order to balance out both the competition aspect of the group with welcoming beginners to the group, tables will be allocated weekly according to the level of players, their reliability on turning up weekly in addition to their ability to stay for a full 4 rounds. Here is a link to the spreadsheet showing the scores and standings in addition to the table allocations for the current week. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Pp2KeKOIi51dUsGDd_fez7LuPmIOpfsw/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113173138207568160139&rtpof=true&sd=true **NEW COMPETITION FOR HONG KONG MAHJONG GROUP** We have a new exciting competition and prizes for regular attendees to the Hong Kong Mahjong Group which will be run quarterly. Marche Board Game cafe has been generous enough to sponsor the prizes. The first competition session will include all weekly sessions run from July 16th 2026 up and until September 30th 2026 - from my account that is 12 sessions. **SYSTEM OF PLAY AND SCORING** As you play each week with others you will need to take note of your scores and provide me with the overall outcome for the table. Hopefully you will be able to complete 4 rounds during the course of each session on your table, however if this is not the case, then that is all fine. In order to score on the table we will utilise the Mahjong Camera app which is available on IOS. When you set up a game you will need to make the settings at Number of Rounds (4), Minimum Fan (3), Maximum Fan (10), and set the scoring to Half Spicy x 1. Utilising this scoring method it makes it more lucrative for a player to score higher Fan hands as you are rewarded exponentially more points. For example a 10 fan (point) hand where someone throws out to you will reward you with the maximum 128 points as opposed to a 3 fan (point) hand which will only give you 8 points. **POINT CALCULATION FOR QUARTER** Your best 7 sessions across the 12 sessions will be counted towards your score for the quarter. This allows for you to have a bad week or two and also provides you room to still be in the competition even if you cannot attend every week. **TALLY OF SCORES** Once the first session has been concluded I will provide a link here in the meet up to a google spreadsheet showing your weekly and overall scores so you can keep track. **THE PRIZES** The top 3 members for the quarter will receive prizes. First Prize - $100 Marche voucher Second Prize - $50 Marche voucher Third Prize - $25 Marche voucher **ABOUT THE MEET UP** Players of all skill levels are welcome to join us at Marché Board Games Cafe in the CBD for a casual night of mahjong - Right in the CBD. We'll start around 6:00pm till we all need to go home :) Our typical session concludes usually around 10:00pm. Please change your RSVP to not going if you're no longer able to attend, 24 hours prior the event. For those that have a record of non attendance without communicating, you will be moved to the waiting list for future events and be contacted directly to confirm that you indeed intend to turn up, at which you will be allotted a spot subject to availability. For more details on the rules of the game, please refer to: http://mahjongtime.com/hong-kong-mahjong-rules.html Marche has been kind enough to offer us a deal to play in their cafe. **⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ Cost ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆** Attendees who have registered for the event on Meetup can play at discounted rates, with the following payments to be made: * \*\*$6 in total per session” to cover cafe costs. Payment of $6 should be made to Marche at the front counter upon notification to the staff member that you are here for the scheduled meetup. There is now no minimum spend on items at the cafe as there were before. The cafes menu can be found here https://mbgcafe.com.au/menu.pdf .

3 attendees

R U OK 2 Play - Macleod

Sun, Sep 13, 1:00 AM

From Melbourne Meeples Board Games

4.7

Talking to people can be hard, whether they are people we love or complete strangers. Sometimes it can also be difficult to find the crowd of people that we fit into or to find ways to connect to those already in our lives. For these reasons, board and card games, or more specifically, tabletop games, are an excellent tool for bringing people together. Not only are tabletop games fun, they are a great way to combat social isolation and improve mental health. Sitting around a table with a shared activity can create a great sense of togetherness and games provide an amazing buffer if you find socialising difficult. Even though interaction is encouraged by the nature of a game, standard pleasantries and the need for small talk is eliminated and connecting with others becomes easier. Immersing yourself in a game is also a great way to get your brain thinking about things other than the usual ups and downs of life. The second Thursday in September every year is R U OK? day. In the spirit of this important question and of reaching out and forming connections, R U OK 2 Play? events will be running across the country from the Friday before R U OK? Day, to the Sunday after. Run by experienced (and very friendly) tabletop gaming event organisers, these events are for everyone, no matter your background, no matter your demographic and no matter your level of gaming experience! What you can do before the event: Contact your host - If you are particularly shy or nervous, or are very uncertain about what to expect, feel free to contact the event host. Hosts know their games and their community, they can keep an eye out for you when you arrive and set you up with a game and players that they think might suit you. Don’t forget, your host was new to this once too! Just turn up - Tabletop gaming events tend to be very casual with people coming and going for the duration. Most gamers are just happy to have someone to play with, it’s not going to make much difference to them what your background is or what your reasons for being there are. What you can do when you arrive: Arrive early - Walking into a room full of people can be nerve racking, so arrive before it’s full. It will be much easier for hosts to engage you one on one and less overwhelming with relatively few people there. Hosts will also often run ‘warmer’ or ‘filler’ games while people are still arriving. These are games that are very light, have very few rules, play out in 10 or 15 minutes and make great ice breakers. Pre-engage - Those of us with social anxiety sometimes need a bit of time to prepare before engaging with a group of people. Feel free to take a game from the common pile/shelf, open it and go through the components and rules on your own (curious passers by do it all the time!) while you build your nerve. Have a wander around the room and check out what people are playing. Which games are generating the most laughter, which ones seem to require lots of concentration? What you can do after the event: Reach out - Let someone know that you enjoyed playing with them or reminisce about a particularly bold or lucky play that was made. Game more - Tabletop gaming is very popular and chances are there is a local gaming group in your area. Talk to your event host and ask if they know of, or run any other local gaming events. Talk to other players, often gaming enthusiasts belong to multiple gaming groups. Many gaming events and communities are also listed on social media sites like Facebook and Meetup. What we don’t recommend: “I’ll just watch” - Watching a game being played is not very inclusive. Also, watching other people having fun that you’re not involved with can be isolating. Even if when you arrive, there are no spots available in a game, pull up a chair and get yourself involved, ask about the rules or even the theme of the game, you won’t be disturbing, I promise! Chances are someone will arrive not long after you and one of the hosts will be able to organise a game for you. Leaving after one game - Often, between games is when the social barriers come down. It’s when players discuss the game they just played or start a conversation about ‘what should we play next?’ The next game you play will quite often be with different people from the first one, so the more games you play the more potential connections you can make. Researching Games Beforehand - If you’re new to tabletop gaming, trying to learn rules or even just looking at a game with lots of colours and pieces can be daunting. More often games are a lot easier than they look and learning to play a game with other people is half the fun! Making mistakes, confusion or miscommunication can even make playing a game much more entertaining. After all, it’s about how much fun you have, not whether you win or lose

3 attendees

Tigerland Trumpsters

Wed, Sep 16, 8:00 AM

From ♥️ ♣️ Melbourne 500 Card Game ♦️ ♠️

4.8

6pm start. $2 gold coin entry per person. Please order dinner at the bar when you arrive and let the staff know you are with the card group in the Dining Room. Meals are served around 7:15pm. Happy Hour drinks are available until 7pm. After a dinner break we shuffle the teams around so you get to meet, and play with new people. Games are played as 4 handed wherever possible, but an occasional 3,5 or 6 handed game is required based on the number of attendees. If you are a beginner or have minimal experience playing 500, please let your host know before starting a game, and feel free to ask them any question. Ahead of the event you might like to download one of the 500 card game apps on your phone to get familiar with the game. There are also some Youtube videos.

2 attendees

Linguas Melbourne's Largest Language Exchange

Thu, Sep 17, 8:00 AM

From 2026 Melbourne New Friends & Language Exchange Meetup

4.5

**🌍 Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange** 📍 **Asian Beer Café** Level 3, Melbourne Central 🕕 **Every Thursday, 6:00–10:30 PM** ### ⚠️ IMPORTANT — PLEASE GO TO LINGUAS RECEPTION FIRST **Before buying any food or drinks, you MUST visit the Linguas reception table and get your wristband.** Entry is: **🍺 Purchase food or a drink AFTER getting your wristband** **OR** **🎟️ Pay $5 entry** **If you buy food or a drink BEFORE getting your wristband, it does not count towards your Linguas entry and you will still need to pay the $5 entry fee.** Please remember: **1\. Go to Linguas reception first** **2\. Get your wristband** **3\. Then purchase your food or drink** Find updates and event information on Instagram: **@linguas.au** 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. 📲 Join our WhatsApp Community Stay connected before and after the event, meet people, and find language partners: 👉 **Join here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ) ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **160–220 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups/Eventbrite/Facebook). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.com.au/Volunteer](http://www.linguas.com.au/Volunteer) 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup connects people through local groups and events based on shared interests. It's perfect for discovering communities, attending events, and meeting those with similar hobbies.

You can explore Canasta groups in Melbourne by using Meetup's search feature. Simply enter 'Canasta' and your city to discover local groups interested in card games.

Yes, you can find upcoming Canasta events by searching on Meetup. Browse for events in Melbourne happening soon to plan your participation with other card enthusiasts.

Canasta events in Melbourne range from casual games to more organized tournaments. These gatherings offer opportunities to play, learn, and enhance your skills.

Joining groups on Meetup is often free. However, some organizers might charge a nominal fee for events or membership based on requirements.

Organizers plan events for members to meet, play Canasta, and socialize. You can RSVP to join an event, meet fellow players, and enjoy card games together.

Beginners are welcome! Many Canasta groups in Melbourne are inclusive, offering guidance as you learn. It's a great way to improve skills while meeting new people.

Absolutely! If you can't find a suitable group, consider starting your own. Meetup provides the platform to create and invite others to your Canasta gatherings.

RSVPing is simple. Once you find an event you want to attend, you click the RSVP button to confirm your attendance and receive updates about the event.

The availability of Canasta groups depends on interest in your area. If none exist yet, consider starting one or engaging online to connect with wider communities.

Meetup connects you with local events, but the experience depends on the group organizers. It's recommended to read event descriptions and reviews before attending.

While many Canasta events are in-person, some might be virtual. The format depends on the host's preference, making it accessible for more participants.

Meetup is designed for group activities and might not offer direct 1-on-1 matchmaking. However, joining groups helps in meeting individuals who share interests.

No, attending events is flexible. You can RSVP to the ones that fit your schedule and interests. Participation is entirely up to you and how you wish to engage.

While Meetup creates opportunities to meet people, fostering friendships depends on individual interaction and engagement during events.

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