FREE! - Social Day Out Warringal Parklands

🚨 Free Social Day Out | Social Hikes Australia 🚨

Out late at our 10K party the night before? Or just craving a Saturday that's actually fun? Either way, this one's for you.

We're kicking things off at Warringal Parklands, and you pick your pace. Run it or walk it: two groups, same start, same finish. Then we roll straight into a full day of hanging out, with brunch, park games, maybe some mini golf and a bar crawl to finish the night.

The best part? You decide what we get up to. We'll post a few options in the group chat, everyone votes, and we book whatever wins. Got a fun idea? Throw it in!

Think of it as your third space. It's not home, and it's not work, just somewhere good people show up, hang out and leave with new mates. It's our way of giving back to the community, so it's completely free. Come solo, because most people do. 🌿
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🗓️ Date: Saturday, 21 November 2026
📍 Meeting Point: Possum Hollow Playground, Beverley Rd, Heidelberg VIC 3084, approx. 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD
🚋 Getting There: Catch the Hurstbridge line to Heidelberg Station, then it's a short walk. There's also parking nearby.
🚙 Need a lift? Tap here to see the carpool drivers and organise your ride.
🕙 Start Time: 10:00 AM. Aim to arrive by 9:45 so we can head off on time.
🕚 Done: walk/run ends around 11:15 AM, then it's brunch time.
🏃🏽‍♂️ Run: around 5km, mostly flat
🚶🏻‍♂️ Walk: the same loop at an easy, chatty pace, short enough to save your energy for the rest of the day
🔗 Trail Map: Warringal Parklands 5km Loop
👉🏻 Join the Instagram group chat here 👈🏻
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🏃 Run It or 🥾 Walk It
Pick whichever suits you. You're not locked in, and nobody's checking your Strava.
🏃 The Run
Around 5km on a mix of sealed paths and trails along the Yarra. We'll run together and regroup along the way, so nobody gets left behind. Need to walk a bit? Walk it, no stress.
🥾 The Walk
Same loop at a slower pace, with plenty of stops for photos and good conversation. Never done anything like this before? This is your one.
Both groups leave at 10:00 and finish back at the same spot. Then the fun really starts.
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☀️ The Day Out
This is where the magic happens.
🥞 Brunch: we head to a café nearby to refuel and properly get to know each other.
🎯 Afternoon fun: back to the park for games and frisbee, mini golf, or something completely new. You vote, we book.
🍻 Bar crawl: we meet up again in the evening to finish the day in style.
Stay for the whole thing or just the bits you like. Everyone covers their own food, drinks and activities.
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🤩 Why Come
🌟 A whole day of meeting people properly, not through a screen
🌟 Run or walk, so everyone's comfortable
🌟 You vote on the plans, so it's your kind of day
🌟 Come solo, because most people do and everyone's in the same boat
🌟 It's free, so all you need to bring is yourself
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🎒 What to Bring
👟 Runners or comfy walking shoes
💧 Water, and plenty of it
☀️ Hat, sunnies and sunscreen
🧥 A light layer, since Melbourne spring weather loves a plot twist
👕 A fresh top for brunch, if you're running
💳 Card or cash for brunch, activities and drinks
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📌 How It Works
1. Grab your free ticket and pick run or walk
2. Follow @SocialHikesAU on Instagram before booking, since Instagram won't let us add non-followers to group chats
3. You'll get a WhatsApp message with the group chat link within about an hour
4. Voting, final plans and any updates all get posted there
No WhatsApp? DM us on Instagram @SocialHikesAU.

Please note: The pin on Eventbrite's map may not be exact, so use the Google Maps link above.
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🙏 Can't Make It?
It's free, so just let us know,w and we'll pass your spot to someone else. Numbers help us book brunch and activities.
🚽 Use the toilet before you arrive. Facilities at the meeting point aren't guaranteed.
Must be 18+ to attend.
Run or walk at your own risk. You're responsible for your own safety and belongings.
Respectful, kind behaviour is a must. We're a positive, welcoming community, with zero tolerance for unwelcome behaviour.
Drink responsibly on the bar crawl, and plan a safe way home.
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🚭 No Smoking & Vaping
To keep the day enjoyable for everyone, smoking and vaping aren't allowed during the run or walk, or while moving with the group. Everyone gets to enjoy the fresh air, and it also cuts the fire risk as summer kicks in.
Anyone who ignores this may be asked to leave and may not be able to join future events.
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🌧️ Rain Policy
If the forecast shows over 15mm in 6 hours or 20mm+ across the day, we may postpone or adjust the plans to keep things safe and fun. We'll also reschedule for thunderstorms. Light rain (under 5mm an hour) is usually fine, and on a wet day we might swap the park plans for something indoors. We'll check case by case. Safety first 🌿
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🚙 Carpooling Makes It Happen
Although not required for this one,
At Social Hikes Australia, carpooling is a big part of what makes our hikes possible. Every extra seat means another person gets to join. Fewer cars, easier logistics and a more social, fun start to the day.
Carpooling is also a great way to meet people before the hike even begins, share a few laughs, get to know each other, and arrive together. It’s simple, social, and one of the best parts of the experience 🌿
💡 Carpool tickets are offered at a discounted price to encourage drivers to offer seats and make the hikes accessible for everyone.
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📞 Organiser Contact:
We highly encourage you to text our organiser team before purchasing your ticket if you have any concerns about transport:
Jacob 📱 0404 870 123 l Sebas 📱 0435 993 237
🥳 Ready to make friends, explore Melbourne’s beautiful nature, and have a blast?
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and let's hike, laugh and connect! 🌿🎉