Budget Friendly Events Melbourne

East Melbourne Home Speed Dating for First Timers

**💗 East Melbourne Virtual Speed Dating – Hosted, Curated & on Zoom** Online speed dating for East Melbourne locals — hosted live on Zoom, personality matched. Each round is a brief one-on-one Zoom chat with a East Melbourne local paired by age and personality. A host keeps the pace comfortable. **Find your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=705.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=East%20Melbourne&groupurlname=stitched-together-leathercraft-accountability-and-social&ar=18-32&face_v=160.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=705.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=East%20Melbourne&groupurlname=stitched-together-leathercraft-accountability-and-social&ar=30-46&face_v=160.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=705.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=East%20Melbourne&groupurlname=stitched-together-leathercraft-accountability-and-social&ar=40-58&face_v=160.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=705.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=East%20Melbourne&groupurlname=stitched-together-leathercraft-accountability-and-social&ar=55+&face_v=160.0) **⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To join, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Spots are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Introverts who shine in one-on-one conversations - First-timers new to speed dating - Singles in East Melbourne who want to meet people from home ⭐ *"10/10. The host was fantastic and I actually had fun on the dates."* – East Melbourne first-timer **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Wherever you're comfortable – no venue, no travel - **Host:** Experienced host steering the session - **Vibe:** Friendly and relaxed – genuine chats with East Melbourne locals - **Matches:** Mutual matches sent out after the event - **Privacy:** Contact info only shared when both match - **Matching:** Driven by personality quiz results - **Tech:** Zoom, webcam, and a stable connection **How It Works** 1. **Sign up** – Tap the link for your age range above. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to pair you with compatible East Melbourne singles. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, jump on, and the host handles the rest. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched East Melbourne locals. 5. **Results** – We'll send your mutual matches afterwards. 💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time. --- ✨ Speed dating from home — easy, fun, and personality matched. 💘 ✨

Join me at Zest for inexpensive lunch

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

**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/wdkwns](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/wdkwns) **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/wdkwns](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/wdkwns)

Expand Your Social Circle - Kudos 2 Friends West Side Lunch

**We will do a sit down at the restaurant and chat over lunch.** **\*****\*** **Please note a small dog will be accompanying us.\*****\*** **Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there.** **If you enjoy the conversation(s), you can hang out in the area over a bite/ drink after. There are coffee shops near the beach.** **PS \*****\*** **One of the organizers will be bringing his cutie sausage dog "Sunny" to join the walk.\*****\*** **\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-** **If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start.** **\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-** **Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend.** **\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-** **Kudos 2 Friends is a Melbourne based community created for individuals who are looking to expand their social circle and form long term friendship overtime. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, hiking, sporting, chilling, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us!** **— Download “Heylo" App > Google Store & Apple App Store —** **We use Heylo App for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please download the Heylo app from the App store and let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the Heylo Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time)** **\-\-\- Instagram \-\-\-** **Follow us on Instagram @kudos2friends** **\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-** **Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture.** **(No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings)** **You might be removed from the group in the case of…** * **no show** * **without a clear profile picture** * **anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly)** * **take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s)** **\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-** **Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.**

Archie Bros Moorabbin $19 unlimited activities

**The Deal** I have done this before and basically we can bowl (for as long as we want so long as no one else needs the lane), play (timed) arcade games and do a mini golf round. It's exceptionally good value in my opinion. You don't have to show up at 5.30pm if it's too early - you can come later. ***\*\* Needs at least four of us to go ahead \*\**** **Parking** \- you can park on the surrounding streets after 5pm with no time limit **Bowling Lanes** \- you can't book lanes ahead of time with this deal\. We need to create the lanes when we show up and give our names to the attendants at that time\.\.\. What I mean is, if you plan on showing up later, you should comment and then possibly coordinate with others who are also showing up later so you can book a lane with your names at that time **T&Cs from Archie Bros** ***-*** *Walk in only, from 5pm. Unlimited Play offer applies to Time Play cards only, not redeemable on ticket or prize machines.* ***-*** *Offers not valid on public holidays or public holiday eves. Not redeemable with any other offer, promotion, or party package. Subject to availability. Not all activities or games may apply.* *(When I asked about availability this last time, they said if no one else comes in to bowl, we can keep bowling).*

Make Friends & Practice Languages at The Asian Beer Cafe

**🌍 Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange** 📍 **Asian Beer Café** Level 3, Melbourne Central 🕕 **Every Thursday, 6:00–11:00 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 **200–320 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](www.Linguas.com.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

It’s that time again ! 60c Chicken Wings

Indian.

Free Run Club (Carlton/CBD)

**IMPORTANT!: Registration required!** Without registration, attendance is: $10 per person. For free entry, please register below: [https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/bmkzyi](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/bmkzyi) **Overview:** We're a friendly, welcoming community of runners in Carlton/CBD, and everyone is welcome - from complete beginners to advanced runners, we all train together. First-timers are always welcome, so if it's your first time, come along and say hi! **Training type:** Our focus is interval training, and we keep it fun and social. **Free stuff for members!** We sometimes line up sponsorships that align with our comunity, someties it's stuff like: free protein drinks and shakes, or discounted meals - and we often head out for dinner together after a run, or for special events. **Exact location:** The exact meeting location will be emailed to you once you register, so be sure to register beforehand. **Training format / structure:** 1: Easy 800m warm-up lap 2: Dynamic stretching and strides (20min) 3: Main workout — this rotates each week (sometimes hills, but most often it invovles intervals) **Length:** The whole session runs for about 50 minutes, followed by around 10 minutes of social talking. **Register for you first attendance:** First timers are required to register: [https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/bmkzyi](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/bmkzyi) See you there!

Dinner at Bar Mexico $20 deposit

Now this place is totally worth a visit to the north. The space is filled with colour and feels like you are tucked away in a Mexican cantina. Then there is the menu - filled with tortillas, tacos, burrito bowls, Quesadilla and a big hit with Mamma’s crew, the jalapeno poppers. Packed with slow cooked pulled beef and adobo marinated chicken, creamy melted cheese, corn, pico de gallo, sour cream, chipotle mayo, radish, lime, jalapeños and corn tortilla. Why not come down to South Preston and give it a shot? Check out their menu. https://www.barmexico.com.au/food A $20 non refundable deposit is required for this event and will be refunded on the night. The deposit will be required 48 hours from RSVPing to the event or you will be moved removed from the event. Please make payment to the following account only if you are on the going list. BSB 013125 Account 150808654 Please let me know once payment is made. PLEASE USE YOUR NAME AND VENUE AS YOUR REFERENCE. Please only RSVP to an event if you fully intend to show. Pulling out of a dinner or another booked event (with a venue) on the day is a kick in the teeth for both the venue and the organiser. I understand there are instances where this is unavoidable, but you are short changing the venue on the revenue they are reliant upon, especially when it comes to paying their staff. It may be too late to rebook those tables with other patrons. Not to mention the stress this puts the organisers under. Please be considerate.

$12.00 Negroni & Pastas? Cheap Eat Italians - Brunswick East

Join me for a High Tea at Zest that has a Spring Racing Theme