Cultural Celebrations Sydney

Cultural Exchange Night for International Friends @The Art Syndicate Surry Hills

Join us at the Art Syndicate for a fun and engaging Cultural Exchange Night where international and exchange students, expats, and community members come together to celebrate diversity and forge new friendships. This event is perfect for anyone looking to connect with people from different parts of the world and learn about various cultures. The venue offers an all-NSW drinks menu with wines, beers, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks in a cozy and relaxing setting. As we are a small venue: RSVP's ESSENTIAL! We are looking forward to seeing you! Your hosts, the friendly staff at the Art Syndicate

🎉BBQ Party in Sydney + Free dirnk🔥

# \# 🚨 PAID EVENT — TICKET REQUIRED **This is a paid event. Please purchase your ticket before attending!** \# 🎟️ TICKET **Book on Eventbrite:** [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/biggest-bbq-party-in-sydney-tickets-2000036261297](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-long-weekend-bbq-party-in-sydney-tickets-2000933141891?aff=oddtdtcreator) or DM us on Instagram → **@flow_sydney_** 💸 **Want to avoid Eventbrite booking fees?** DM us on Instagram to get a cheaper ticket directly 👀🔥 \*\*\* \# 🔥 FLOW BBQ PARTY **Make new friends. Enjoy BBQ. Experience Sydney.** 🏆 **100+ BBQ events hosted · 10,000+ guests joined** \#\# 📅 EVENT DETAILS * **Time:** Sunday, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM * **Location:** Pirrama Park, Pyrmont NSW * *(Exact meeting spot will be shared in our Instagram group chat)* \#\# 🍽️ WHAT'S INCLUDED 🥩 **BBQ & Food** Korean BBQ Pork Belly · Juicy Steak · Grilled Chicken · Sausages · Fresh Bread 🇰🇷 **Korean Specials** Korean Ramen · Spicy Cold Noodles · Kimchi 🧂 **Sauces & Condiments** Korean BBQ Sauce · Ketchup · Mustard · BBQ Sauce · Various Seasonings 🍡 **Dessert** Roasted Marshmallows 🍽️ **Provided** Plates · Utensils · Cups \#\# 🥤 DRINKS — PLEASE READ\! 💧 **Water is provided.** As other drinks can be bulky and difficult for us to transport, please bring your own beverages such as juice or soft drinks if you'd like something other than water. 🙏 🍺 **BYO alcohol is also welcome!** \#\# ⏰ PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME 🥩 **Please try to arrive by 5:00 PM.** Food is prepared based on the expected number of guests, and meat may run out if you arrive too late. We highly recommend arriving at the beginning of the event so you can enjoy the full BBQ experience! \#\# 👥 WHO IS THIS FOR? Come alone or bring your friends — **everyone is welcome!** This event is perfect for anyone who wants to: * Make new friends * Meet people from different countries * Enjoy Sydney life * Join a social event even if you're coming alone A lot of our guests come by themselves, so don't worry if you don't know anyone yet. Our FLOW team will help everyone mingle and feel welcome 😊 \*\*\* \# 🎉 AFTER PARTY — FREE DRINK INCLUDED\! 🍹 The night doesn’t end when the BBQ finishes! 🔥 After the BBQ, we'll head **straight to World Square in Sydney CBD, arriving by around 8:00 PM.** It's conveniently located just **1 minute from Chinatown**. 🎟️ **BBQ ticket holders can enjoy ONE FREE DRINK at the after party!** Choose one from: 🍸 Vodka 🥃 Rum 🍸 Gin 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🥂 Sparkling Wine So after enjoying the BBQ at Pirrama Park, come with us to the city, grab your free drink, and keep meeting new people! 🎉 📍 **World Square, Sydney CBD** 🕗 **From around 8:00 PM** \*\*\* \#\# ✅ HOW TO JOIN 1. Purchase your BBQ ticket on Eventbrite or DM us on Instagram 2. Join our Instagram group chat 3. Receive the exact BBQ meeting location and updates 4. Enjoy the BBQ and join us for the after party + your **free drink** 🍹 📲 Instagram → **@flow_sydney_** \#\# ❓ FAQ **Can I come alone?** Absolutely! Many of our guests come alone and make friends at the event. **Is it okay if my English isn't perfect?** Of course. FLOW is an international community and everyone is welcome. **Is the after party included?** Yes! After the BBQ, we'll head to World Square together, and **BBQ ticket holders can receive one free drink from the selected drink list.**

Social + Language Exchange + After Party 🌏🌸🥂

Start with our international social, then stay for one of Sydney’s most energetic parties, all in the same venue. *** ### **6:30 \- 9:30PM \| Aloha International Social** Meet new people, practice languages and enjoy a fun, easy-going atmosphere. 🍸 Neon Lights & good vibes 🎱 Pool & 🎲 games to break the ice 🌍 Meet internationals, locals & travellers 🫶 Friendly space, most people come solo Whether you're new to Sydney or just want to expand your circle, this is the perfect place to start your night. *** ### **From 9:30PM \| International Party** Keep the night going with Mayas signature party: 💃 Dancefloor, DJs & late-night vibes No need to move, just transition straight into the party. *** ### **Tickets** Entry from 6:30PM includes access to the social + international party https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ *** Come solo or with friends, most people come alone. Start your night with great conversations, end it on the dancefloor. **Come and say Aloha 👋💛** 🚨 *Important Info* 🚨 *Dress Code*: Smart Casual • No hoodies, gym wear, or runners • No refunds due to intoxication or bad behaviour • Venue reserves the right to refuse entry • Ticket holders must arrive by 9:30pm **A SAFE SPACE!** This is a place for people to have fun and make friends. this is not a place for speed dating or finding a hookup. ✨ **Follow us on Facebook** ✨ [https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1](https://www.facebook.com/alohasydney1) ✨ **Instagram** ✨ [https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/](https://www.instagram.com/alohasydney/)

International Coffee Day Celebration Meetup ☕

International Coffee Day Celebration Meetup ☕ Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable morning as we celebrate International Coffee Day with fellow coffee lovers in Sydney's CBD! Whether you're a passionate coffee enthusiast, enjoy discovering new cafés, or simply love meeting friendly people over a great conversation, this meetup is the perfect way to start your Saturday. 📅 Date: Saturday, 3rd of October 2026 🕙 Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm 💲 Cost: $5 per person 🚶 Location: Approximately 9 minutes' walk from Town Hall train station Reasons To Join ☕ Celebrate International Coffee Day with like minded attendees 🤝 Meet new people in a welcoming and social atmosphere 💬 Enjoy great conversations and a relaxing weekend catch up 📍 Convenient CBD location close to public transport RSVP & Payment Information ✅ RSVP and payment are required to attend. ⏰ RSVP and payment deadline: Friday, 2nd of October 2026 at 8:00pm ❌ No payments will be accepted on the day of the event. 💬 Bank transfer details will be provided via private message after you RSVP. 📍 For privacy, security and group management purposes, the exact venue location will be shared once full payment has been received. Important Your place is only confirmed once payment has been received in full. Spaces may be limited, so early RSVP is recommended. Come along, celebrate International Coffee Day, enjoy good company, and make some new connections over a great cup of coffee! ☕✨ RSVP today to secure your spot. Risks and Waiver of Liability By attending the Morgaia Sydney Social Adventures🚶‍♀️& Urban Explorers🚶event, I represent that I am in good physical health and capable of participating in the event. I understand that risks of Injuries and Damages are involved in walking and other activities, and I appreciate that I may have to exercise extra care for my own person and for others around me. I agree to WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY Morgaia Sydney Social Adventures & Urban Explorer, its organisers, leaders, volunteers, members and attendees from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages.

😄Adrians FREE House Party-Music FireWorks and Dancing @ Kirribilli😄 🍷🍽 👯 🎷

I'm fortunate enough to live at Kirribilli with wonderful views of the harbour, bridge and opera house. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w40X3-zTLPM I plan to begin the evening with drinks at 8.00 pm followed by Music and Dancing. Feel free to bring food and drinks along with you and music DVDs. \*\*\* Only join the activity if you are Certain That You Can Make It.\*\*\* \*\*\* Don't be upset if not selected there's always next month :) \*\*\* Adrian This is a FREE activity.

Saturday Advanced Social Pickleball

**Advanced Social Pickleball Sessions** **[Bookings are essential and must be made through Active Carrot.](https://secure.activecarrot.com/public/session/classes/1491/2026-08-14)** Our Advanced Social Pickleball Sessions are designed for **experienced** players who demonstrate strong shot consistency, strategic court awareness, and a solid understanding of the rules of pickleball. **When:** Saturday's **Time:** 10:30am - 12:30pm **Location:** Arncliffe Youth Centre **Cost:** $13 per session These sessions provide an opportunity for advanced players to enjoy high-quality social match play, challenge themselves against players of a similar standard, and further develop their skills in a welcoming and friendly environment.

Sunday cafe☕️🍮🍨: Relax, enjoy & inspire with 🇯🇵🇰🇷🇨🇳🇹🇼🇭🇰 friends

Been here for decades or you just arrived this morning? :) This Sunday event is dedicated to you & our guests in **20-30s** who enjoy the **peaceful** **café vibe** & connect within the local East Asian community (Japan, Korea, Mongolia, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao, Guam and Saipan). **We accommodate BOTH Introvert & Extrovert (JUST NOT TROUBLEMAKERS)** \- through sharing your similar cultural background\, this small group allows you to share ideas\, experiences or even questions with people with respect & decency\. **Note: Due to limited capacity at the cafe, we will only welcome guests with valid RSVP of the event. Sydney Social Explorers appreciates your cooperation.** **Run-down (Need not to follow :P)** * **1st hour** will be sharing your cultural background, introducing some key phrases from your mother tongue (language). Share similarities & fulfil your curiosity - So bring the most interesting terms/phrases with you. * **2nd hour** will aim for an causal, relax English speaking environment. Topics are up to you, you may share questions, topics, life experiences or even ***MBTI***\~ * **There & after…**. It’s free flow, but if you feel peckish, stay with us for the “dinner session”. **Cost:** * **NEW members: Please prepare a one-off $10 membership donation/contribution IN CASH (No e-transactions),** Unlimited events in the future\*\*.\*\* * **Return members: FREE\~\~.** Past attendees who have already paid can join again free of charge!! **Remark\*** * Our community is well-regarded to be a safe & inclusive group. **Attendees are expected to treat ALL guests/peers with courtesy, respect and understand of their own cultural background. Sales pitch, promotion, hunting or any pick-up activities are STRICTLY prohibited**. **ANY** attendees with misconduct/anti-social behavior (& made other guests feel uncomfortable) will be **removed from the group without warning & report to the event platform for further action**. To help us to build & preserve a peace & comfortable environment, please reach out to the leadership team if you have any issues or concerns. Your report is 100% confidential. (***Sydney Social Explorers reserve all rights***) Please be considerate to your peers as you RSVP & respect the effort of organisers (not just our group, but all events - we are **speaking common sense/curiosity here**). We understand some last minute withdrawals due to unexpected life circumstances, however please try your very best to avoid such exceptional situations occur.

Canadian Thanksgiving Picnic by the Opera House

**SUMMARY INFO** Saturday Oct 10th 1pm-5pm+ for our annual Canadian Thanksgiving Picnic by the Opera House 🍁 We’re bringing slow-cooked whole roasted turkeys!!! BYO drinks & a picnic item to share. Full details below 🌽🦃🥧 \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- Our annual Thanksgiving get together where us 🇨🇦 folk give thanks for our many blessings like 7 months of snow! ★ **SATURDAY, OCT 10th, 1PM - 5PM+, TARPEIAN LAWN PRECINCT** ★ A beautiful spot overlooking the Harbour Bridge & Opera House for a picnic and amazing sunset. Pet friendly but keep in mind it's a picnic with lotsa food so bring a leash. ★ **BYO DRINKS & A PICNIC ITEM TO SHARE** ★ If you've got a great dish then go for it but don't worry if you don't.. a bag of chips also counts!! We're giving out over $1,000 in prizes for best dishes in multiple categories. Also be sure to bring a picnic blanket & sunblock. We'll have coolers & ice for drinks. There's bathrooms, etc at the Opera House. ★ **WE'VE GOT TURKEY** ★ Brined for 2 days, then slow-cooked for 6 hours and delivered hot to the picnic around 2pm. For those who partake, you can make a completely voluntary donation to the "turkey fund" 🦃 ★ **FINDING US** ★ It's between the fence of the Botanic Gardens and Macquarie St. Approach from Macquarie St. Here's the approximate link on Google maps... https://goo.gl/maps/YMtCvgPwdV22 Look for the Canadian flags & familiar accents. ★ **MORE INFO** ★ This is always a really friendly, free event where a lot of young professionals & students make new friends so don't just invite your Canadian friends! Families & pets welcome too of course. We've also got Spikeball and touch football 🏈 ★ **RAIN PLAN** ★ We've got Kent St Hotel booked as our back-up plan. Same time 1pm-5pm (or later). And it'll still be BYO food/potluck & we're still doing the turkeys so either way, this picnic is on!! 🎃👻 **HALLOWEEN - ADULTS ONLY** 👻🎃 👺 Details coming soon for our famous, adults-only, Halloween party where we're also giving away a free return trip to anywhere in North America United flies ✈️ VOTED BEST CONCEPT PARTY IN THE WORLD! 🤡 If you're a bit cheeky, and want to volunteer at Halloween then shoot us message.. volunteers have even more fun - guaranteed (plus some extra rewards to boot)! **Instagram @sydneycanadians**

M is for Middle East

Africultures Festival

Anyma Presents AEDEN

Get ready to transcend the ordinary, Anyma is coming to The Domain in Sydney for a one-off, boundary-pushing electronic music experience! This isn’t just another DJ set, it’s an immersive live audio-visual journey blending futuristic sci-fi energy with mythic vibes and next-level production. Anyma (Matteo Milleri) has been tearing up the global scene with his genre-bending shows, from massive festival stages to sold-out residencies, and now he’s bringing that visionary sound and atmosphere down under for Australia’s first exclusive performance of this scale. Expect hypnotic beats, mind-melting visuals, and soulful melodies that blur the lines between music, tech, and storytelling, it’s the kind of set that changes how you feel dance music forever. For tickets & presale information please head to - https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/anyma-tickets/artist/3175130 Presale - 18th Feb 2026 10am General Onsale - 20th Feb 2026 10am **I've estimated the time for this event as it is not out yet, please check your tickets for accurate information!!!** Please organise amongst yourselves to meet up on the day. Have fun! :)

Practice Languages, Make Friends & Sing Karaoke 💖

✨ Ready to meet new people, practice languages, and enjoy a fun night together? Welcome to Aloha Fridays 🌍 a social language exchange where people from all over the world come together to chat, connect, and make new friends in a relaxed and friendly environment. The night starts with cozy conversations, language exchange, board games, and simple activities designed to break the ice and help everyone feel comfortable, whether you’re new in Sydney or just looking to expand your social circle. As the night goes on, the vibe naturally shifts ✨ The music turns up, the lights go down, and the space transforms into a dance floor for those who feel like staying and dancing. Get your Tickets: 🎟️ $7 online $10 at the door https://luma.com/calendar/cal-Hv0K9CY6XDz9xqZ 📅 Every Friday 🕕 6pm – 10pm → language exchange, social games & bracelet making 🕙 10pm – late → afterparty / dancing Come for the conversations, stay for the vibe 💛 💬 the vibe ✨ 🕕 6:00pm – doors open! grab a drink, make a **friendship bracelet** at our craft station, get your language stickers 🏷️💕 🎮 play **board games** (uno, jenga, cards against humanity) while chatting with new friends from around the world 🌏 🎤 7:30pm – **karaoke room** opens (yes, you can sing despacito) 🎶 💃 10:00pm – the **real party starts** - **colorful neon lights**, music turns on, and we dance till late 🔥✨ Whether you're here for **meaningful conversations**, to practice spanish, english, korean or portuguese, to make friendship bracelets with new besties, or to dance your heart out to bad bunny — this is your place 💕🌸 💖 faq 🦋 ▶️ **is this a pickup scene?** nope! this is a **genuine community space** for making friends & meaningful connections. we're here for the conversations, not the come-ons 🌈 ▶️ **lgbtq+ friendly?** absolutely! **everyone is welcome** here 🏳️‍🌈💕 ▶️ i only speak english, can i join? yes! many people come just to socialise and dance 🥰 ▶️ age range? 18+, mostly **20s & 30s** 💫 ▶️ can i come alone? yes! **most people do** and leave with new friends 🌷 ▶️ feeling shy? find us at the front desk — we'll introduce you to friendly faces 💕 ▶️ can i arrive late? yes, join anytime! ✨ 🚺 **women-led & safe** 👩‍🦰 💖 **female-founded & hosted** \- aloha is the only international meetup founded and run by a woman 💫 events have a **female host all night** and we empower all women to feel safe coming solo 🚫 **zero tolerance** for harassment or pickup artists - this is for **genuine friendships**, not a pickup scene. anyone making others uncomfortable will be removed immediately. come solo and leave with new friends💃🔥✨