Casino Nights Melbourne

July Big Poker Night

This is a chance to meet some peeps, hang out, chat, eat some snacks and maybe play some poker. Don't worry if you don't know how to play. We are happy to teach you. There's no charge and we don't use real money, but we do have prizes for first at each table. Cool drinks, snacks and chocolate will be provided. This is an alcohol free event.

'XMAS in JULY' FIESTA LATINA! LATIN PARTY with LIVE BAND, 2 CLASSES and DANCING

**FIESTA LATINA! 'CHRISTMAS in JULY'** **SALSA & BACHATA LATIN PARTY & SOCIAL** ***with* LIVE LATIN MUSIC** *on* **SUNDAY 19th JULY 2026** *Join us for a special ‘**Christmas in July’*** *sizzling LATIN event and experience* *the passion and flavour of Latin!* *Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, join us for a* *great night of dance classes and dancing!* Join us as we celebrate **'CHRISTMAS in JULY'** **Theme Night:** ‘Wear RED, bring you Santa hat or wear Xmas colours!’ Sparkle and dress to impress in your red outfits! at: **INNER NORTH BREWING COMPANY** 10A RUSSELL ST, BRUNSWICK *Featuring* **‘DIRTY LOPEZ’** \- live at **7.45PM**! *One of Melbourne’s favourite LATIN BANDS* *playing their signature energetic and exciting* *Latin rhythms to keep you dancing all night long.* Bring your family, friends, colleagues and put on your dancing shoes! **NEW TO SALSA & BACHATA?** **Never danced Salsa or Bachata before?** No problem! Join us and learn how to dance with our fun, relaxed classes. We will have you dancing in no time! Our experienced instructor will kick off the night with complimentary open level Bachata and a Salsa classes to get you dancing! **INNER NORTH BREWING COMPANY & BAR** *is a micro brewery, specialising in producing quality freshly made beers on site, infused with good vibes!* *Give their amazing beers a try. Let’s support the the art of beer craftmanship.* **5.30PM** **PRE-PARTY MEETUP!** Come early and have a meal and drinks with us! Practice your moves, meet and make new friends before classes start! \| **6.30PM** **BACHATA CLASS** (Open level) \| **7.10PM** **CUBAN SALSA CLASS** (Open level) \* Join us on your own or come with friends \* Absolute beginners welcome \* No dance experience required! \| **7.45PM** **LATIN BAND - ‘DIRTY LOPEZ’** *Playing Live!* \| **DJ MC** *Playing the best mix of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha & more!* \| **– SOCIAL DANCING ’til 10.30PM –** **\*\*** **BEGINNER & IMPROVER DANCERS** *A special slower section will be added in soon after the first band set,* *especially for Beginner to Improver level dancers to get onto the floor* *to dance to a slower, more comfortable tempo!* **\- GENERAL PARTY ROOM ENTRY at DOOR: $30** =========================== **\*\* EARLYBIRD SPECIAL OFFER! \*\*** **BOOK EARLY & RECEIVE $5 OFF YOUR ENTRY!** **\- Only $25\.** **To purchase Earlybird tickets through** **EVENTBRITE - go to:** [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fiesta-latina-christmas-in-july-latin-social-live-latin-band-2-classes-tickets-1993265215918](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fiesta-latina-christmas-in-july-latin-social-live-latin-band-2-classes-tickets-1993265215918) **\* ($25 + Eventbrite booking fee)** **\* Please note:** Eventbrite has a booking fee of $2.49 **\* The Earlybird offer expires:** Midnight, Friday 17th JULY 2026 \* **No refunds given** after Friday 17th July 2026. **OTHER PAYMENT OPTIONS** \- with no booking fees:\- \* **To avoid any booking fee**, payment can also be made by **direct Bank Transfer** or using **PayID.** \* Please message me directly to arrange payment by PayID or Bank Transfer. or **Pay at the venue door on the night.** **\* Please note:** Venue Room entry is at full price: **PARTY ROOM ENTRY at Door: $30** on the night **\* Entry includes:** *Live Latin Band and complimentary* *free Bachata and Salsa Classes* Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to dance the night away! ***Look forward to seeing you on the dancefloor!***

Tigerland Trumpsters

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.

Tricky Tuesday @ The Peacock Inn

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 This is a smaller event, please note it is a bit more casual. Find the at the tables and come say hi - I'll always keep a look out though! Please bring some games to this event. There are none available at the venue. I will always have some available too though. 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...).

Board Game Night at Marché

Whether you're looking for a short, light game or a longer strategy-heavy game, come join the Melbourne Asian Board Gamers on Tuesday night at Marché Board Game Cafe for some fun! To **check in**, please head to the front counter and show your RSVP for the Meetup event to a Marché staff member. They will then point you towards the event host for the evening to take down your attendance. **⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆ Cost ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆** Attendees who have registered for the event on Meetup can play at discounted rates, with the following payments to be made: * **$7 in total per session” to cover Meetup subscription and cafe costs. Payment of $7 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 . Only attendees on the "going" list are entitled to the discount. attendees that are on the waitlist or didn't register on Meetup are still welcome to come, but will need to pay the regular Marche rate of $22 for three hours of board games (includes one free drink). **Attendance** As our events are highly popular, if you have RSVP as going but can no longer attend, please amend your RSVP to allow others a chance to attend. If we notice people are not showing up when they have RSVP, you will be moved to the waitlist the following week and give priority to those who actually turn up. We appreciate everyone's understanding and co-operation. We really appreciate your support and look forward to playing with you.

Aug 1st | Kismetrix Elevated Singles Night @ La Di Da | Melbourne CBD

An elevated singles night with genuine conversations, welcome drink, stylish atmosphere & meaningful connections at La Di Da. ### ✨ **KISMETRIX \| Elevated Singles Night at La Di Da** ### An Elevated Evening for People Who Still Believe in Real Connection 📍 **La Di Da Melbourne CBD** 📅 **Saturday, 1 August 2026** 🕖 **7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Hosted)** 🥂 **Welcome Drink Included on Arrival** ### WHERE GREAT VENUES MEET GENUINE CONNECTION Some nights are worth making an effort for. The atmosphere. The conversations. The people. The possibility that one simple hello could become something meaningful. KISMETRIX returns to **La Di Da**, now beautifully renovated, for an elevated singles night designed for people who value quality experiences, meaningful conversations, and genuine human connection. Forget endless swiping. Forget awkward speed dating. Forget trying to shout over nightclub music. This is a stylish evening where you can relax, enjoy a drink, meet like-minded people, and allow conversations to unfold naturally. Because the best connections are rarely rushed. ### WHY LA DI DA? Freshly renovated, La Di Da offers the perfect setting for an elevated social experience. Stylish interiors. Beautiful lighting. Premium drinks. A vibrant atmosphere that feels energetic without being overwhelming. It's sophisticated without feeling intimidating. Social without feeling chaotic. Exactly the kind of environment where genuine conversations can happen naturally. ### WHAT TO EXPECT 🥂 Complimentary welcome drink on arrival ✨ Warm introductions from our experienced hosts 🤝 Relaxed, natural mingling throughout the evening 🎵 Great music at a volume where conversations can still flourish 🍸 Premium cocktails, wine and food available for purchase ❤️ A welcoming community of singles who value authenticity over appearances Our hosts will be there throughout the evening to help conversations flow naturally and ensure everyone feels welcome. ### WHO THIS EVENT IS FOR KISMETRIX events are created for singles who value: • Real-life connection over endless swiping • Emotional maturity and meaningful conversation • Quality experiences over crowded nightlife • Authenticity, kindness and respect • Meeting people naturally without pressure Whether you're returning to dating, hoping to meet someone special, or simply looking for a memorable evening with like-minded people, you'll fit right in. Most guests attend on their own. ### AGE GROUPS To help create a balanced and enjoyable atmosphere, tickets are available across three overlapping age groups: • **30–42** • **35–52** • **45–60** These overlapping ranges allow guests to connect naturally with people in similar life stages while creating a relaxed and welcoming environment. ### YOUR TICKET INCLUDES ✔ Entry to KISMETRIX Elevated Singles Night ✔ Complimentary welcome drink on arrival ✔ Hosted experience throughout the evening ✔ Access to La Di Da's beautifully renovated venue ✔ A thoughtfully curated atmosphere designed for genuine connection ### ABOUT KISMETRIX KISMETRIX isn't built around pressure, games, or superficial interactions. We create experiences for people looking for something more meaningful—whether that's friendship, romance, community, or simply an unforgettable evening surrounded by great people. Our events are intentionally designed to feel welcoming, respectful and genuinely human. Because real connection still matters. ### SAFE SPACE & RESPECT KISMETRIX is committed to creating safe, respectful and welcoming environments for everyone. By attending, guests agree to: • Treat others with kindness and respect • Honour personal boundaries • Engage authentically • Help create a positive atmosphere for everyone Our hosts are available throughout the evening should any guest require assistance. KISMETRIX reserves the right to refuse entry or remove attendees where necessary to protect the safety and comfort of our community. ### TICKETS 🌟 **Early Release** 🎫 **General Admission** ⏰ **Final Release** Early booking is recommended as places are limited to maintain a balanced and enjoyable experience. Sometimes the best moments in life begin with simply deciding to show up. 🎟 **Secure your place today.** Hosted by **KISMETRIX \| True Connection** 🌐 [www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au/ "http://www.kismetrix.com.au/") 📧 social@kismetrix.com.au 📱 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook & Eventbrite By registering, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the KISMETRIX Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Disclaimer and Code of Conduct.

🇵🇱✨ Borsch, Banter & Beautiful Strangers — A Slavic‑Spiced Singles Night

**🇵🇱✨ Borsch, Banter & Beautiful Strangers — A Slavic‑Spiced Singles Night** **Date** **Night**: Wednesday 15 July **Time**: 6pm–8.30pm (or whenever time the vodka tells you to stay) **Location**: Borsch, Vodka & Tears, 174 Chapel St. Windsor **Ages 30–55** | Singles only | No married or seperated people | New couples maybe… if they’re very new **Numbers**: Limit of 12...maybe more **Menu**: [https://borschvodkaandtears.au/](https://borschvodkaandtears.au/) **Happy Hours**: 5pm to 7pm. Yey, cheap beer/ wine/vodka If your heart beats a little faster at the sight of a cabbage roll, if you’ve ever felt spiritually connected to a pierogi, or if you simply believe that vodka is a love language, then darling — this night was practically brewed in a Polish cauldron just for you. **Please note**: *This event is waitlisted to allow an even mix of genders, there is a creep code and event rules especially around no shows in operation. Read on for how this works. Decisions are made at the discretion of the organiser.* We’re taking Eat Drink Dance Melbourne on a delicious detour to Borsch, Vodka & Tears — the iconic, moody, Eastern‑European den of temptation on 174 Chapel St, Windsor, a stone’s throw from Windsor and Prahran stations. Perfect for lovers of European culture, Slavic sass, ex-Polish scouts like me and communal tables where sparks tend to fly. 💋 **What’s happening?** At 6pm, glide in, grab a drink, and let the warm glow of Polish hospitality (and vodka) soften the edges of your day. We’ll mingle, flirt, banter, and then settle into communal tables — the perfect setup for mixing, matching, rotating, and discovering who pairs best with your pierogi. **👁️Expect:** - Flirty banter that warms you faster than a shot of Żubrówka - Communal table mischief as we shuffle seats and sample the “local produce” - Eastern‑European comfort food that hugs you from the inside - Vodka flights that may or may not improve your flirting technique - A singles‑only vibe — married people, this one’s not for you There’s no hard finish time — if the chemistry is flowing, the pierogi are steaming, and the conversation is getting delightfully unhinged, stay as long as your heart (and liver) desires **🥟 Who should come**? - Lovers of European culture, Slavic humour, Ladyboy wannabes, and moody candlelit dining - Singles who prefer IRL sparks over swiping fatigue - People who enjoy a little cultural flavour with their flirting - Anyone who believes romance is best served with butter‑fried pierogi 💘 **Flirtation** **Guidelines** This is a social event, not a pressure cooker.Don’t be pushy about phone numbers — let the moment offer itself If the vibe is mutual, go for it Become a regular — I’ll be testing this format over 3–4 events You’ll likely see the same lovely humans again at future singles nights/events or Eat Drink Dance “open” events The goal is to build a small, recurring ecosystem where people feel comfortable, familiar, and relaxed enough to be themselves. **👥Waitlist & Gender Ratios** To keep things balanced and comfortable: Event capped at 12 people to test interest, if my star signs are in favour I may increase this to 20 Generally guys admitted only after a woman registers (to maintain ratios) at my discretion. **Female Privilege: New Idea** There is usually a waitlist of men. The first female that discretely messages the organiser gets first dibs on any guy that is on the waitlist to have him included. Assuming this occurs within 12 hours of being put into the going list. Otherwise the organiser chooses. Women can be a little flaky (we love them anyway), so I may accept 1–2 extra **🧭The Creep Code** A refined social compass keeps the vibe safe, fun, and drama‑free. So: No married/Seperated individuals or those already coupled up (generally) No Tinder Swindler‑style minglers **Guys: Please Take Special Note** Must have a clear face photo (no sunglasses, no blurry shadows, no “mysterious man in witness protection”) Don't obscure your identity in other words. - No wide shots taken from a distance where you can't be identified. - No yacht/car/jet flexing — if your profile screams “crypto‑adjacent”, you will be gently declined. - If you are declined, update your profile photo to something less creepy and more classy **Girls**: No restrictions — privacy and safety first” ⚠️ **SMALL EVENT EXPECTATIONS ⚠️** **⏰Late Arrivals** The event starts on time. - More than 15 minutes late without communication = No‑show - More than 30 minutes late (even with communication) = Not admitted = No Show. Better to join the next event if you haven't been mysteriously disappeared from the group. - We do not endlessly wait at meeting points. If you’re late, you must find the group yourself. - Messages are not monitored after 30 minutes. - This protects the experience for people who arrive on time **👻 No‑Show** No‑shows block waitlisted people from attending and disrupt small-group events - Remove yourself at least 24 hours before the event - No‑shows will likely be removed and blocked from the group - Last‑minute cancellations (“flaking”) may also result in group removal, especially when there is a waitlist. 👀 **Attending Without Being on the Going Lis** - This is a security issue - Do **NO**T turn up unannounced - If you’re not on the Going list and haven’t arranged it with the organiser beforehand, you will be asked to leave. - Event check‑ins are performed **Communication** If there is an issue communicate with the organiser, otherwise group removal may eventuate, depending on my horoscope **🌱Why This Event Exist** A few people have asked me to run something for singles, and Meetup is already full of solo attendees. Dating apps feel like a minefield, and IRL conversations tend to be and are rare and sometimes awkward. So this is an experiment — a soft‑launch into a more human, more organic way of meeting people for singles.

Calling All Smarty Pants! Trivia Night at a popular venue in BRIGHTON! 🦊🦊🦊

Community Night

## 🎲 **Fortnightly Monday Community Nights** **Facilitated by Sasa Lestrange** 🕕 Starts 6PM \| 🎟️ $5 Entry \| 🔒 15 Spaces Only ### **The Quick Details** Come as you are, bring what you love. Whether you’re sketching, crafting, chatting, or diving into a YouTube watch party over the projector, this is your space to relax and connect. Bring your own arts and crafts, share your favourite tunes, or just hang out with good people. Got a TTRPG group? You’re welcome to play here. Looking for one? Use our Discord to find fellow adventurers and storytellers. This is a chill, welcoming evening for creatives, gamers, and anyone who wants to spend time in good company. No pressure, no prep — just good vibes and shared space. ## 🌟 **Why Join** * Make new friends or bring your own crew * Get out of the house and into the community * Perfect for newcomers to Melbourne or anyone wanting to build good habits * Enjoy a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere ## 👋 **Facilitator** Your host, **Sasa of EGAD**, will welcome you, introduce you to the space, and help get the group started — often with a game or by interest. ## 🍴 **Food & Drink** Snacks and drinks are available on the ground floor. You can also BYO, or join the **6:30 PM Schnitz order** for dinner. ## ♿ **Accessibility** The event space is up one flight of stairs, and bathrooms are not wheelchair‑friendly. Lighting is bright white overhead unless the group opts to dim for projector use. ## ⏰ **Timing** You don’t need to be on time — just note that if you’re joining for games, you might wait for a table to free up. ## 💡 **Suggestions** Got an idea for an activity or theme? Absolutely share it! The group votes on what to do each night. Let’s kick off the week with fun, creativity, and connection. This event is

Dinner & Quiz at Lower Plenty Hotel

Team Up Tuesdays

*🎮 Play games. Make friends 🎲* Make new mates every Tuesday night at Team Up Tuesdays: A fun, social gaming night at Fortress. Hosted in our Tavern, you can enjoy friendly team-based games in a welcoming, social environment. **The Games 🕹️** After checking in with our host, you'll be sorted into one of two teams. These two teams will go head-to-head across 3 rounds of casual games every week! **The Prizes 🏆** \- Fun prizes for everyone on the winning team \- Spot prizes throughout the night **The Venue 🍻** Held in our Tavern, you can enjoy hot food and cold drinks in a fun fantasy setting. *See you next Tuesday!* **TERMS & CONDITIONS** * *Fortress Melbourne is a licensed venue, and as such, a valid ID is required and checked upon entrance to the premises.* * *Unaccompanied minors are not permitted in the venue at any time. Please make sure any guests under 18 are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.* * *Minors are not allowed in the venue past 8:00 pm* * *No outside food or drinks.* *More information on valid forms of identification and Fortress' minors policy can be found here: [www.fortress.games/minors/](https://www.fortress.games/minors/)*

Thai Dineout CARNEGIE