Block Parties Melbourne

Brunswick Scottish Party and Dance - BYO drinks etc

Please Note: Due to renovations of our normal hall we have a new place for December and the first 6 months of 2022. This is a smaller hall so numbers are limited. A ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) is a night of traditional Scottish dancing. Join with the Brunswick Scottish Society and learn how to do fun dances, and have some BYO drinks. Don't worry if you don't know how to dance -- the lovely people will teach you. This is the best $5 night you'll ever have! This is like a big party in a hall with BYO drinks, BYO glass/cup, BYO food and lots of Scottish Dancing. Most of the dances are like square dances with everyone being told or shown what to do. A few of the dances are similar to those done at ballroom places such as the Pride of Erin Waltz, Parma Waltz, Charmain Foxtrot or Evening 3 Step. Don't worry if you don't know any, they teach you. It finishes early, about 11pm, which is good as it's cheap drinks (BYO) you are probably best to use Public Transport. The 96 Tram gets you back to the CBD quite quickly. Some of us pop around the corner after and go to the Lomond Hotel on Nicholson St. The Lomond Hotel normally has a good band and dancing with free entry. Note: The number 96 tram just outside the hotel is one of the trams that is now running all night. It is a family event so you can bring children who might enjoy learning to dance. There can be six or seven other children there or there may be none. FAQ: COST: $5 tickets at the door TIME: 7:45pm for an 8pm start LOCATION: 21 Harding St, Coburg VIC 3058 Note our normal hall is under renovation. Please don't go to Fleming Park Hall, 104 Victoria St., Brunswick East (the building just east of the Brunswick Bowls Club - 96 tram, stop #26. Note: If you end up at the tram terminus you have gone one stop too far. FOOD: Normally we bring food for a shared dinner - such as pasta, a salad, or cupcakes. Due to covid we are currently not having a shared dinner but you can bring snacks for yourself or immediate group at your table. DRINKS: bring your own + bring glasses/cups WEAR: plaid/tartan if you have it. It's not required, it's just way more fun! AFTER: drinks at the Lomond Hotel on Nicholson Note: This is being placed on a number of meetup groups and similar. We feel that having around 50 people dancing is quite good for this hall but previously had months with it going towards double this. Consequently we're now setting maximum RSVP numbers with the maximum being shared between groups. We monitor the total RSVPs over all groups and when we get enough people we cut off each group's maximum so that further RSVPs go onto wait lists.

Bistro Dinner OAKLEIGH

🎃 Trencito Latin Party — Session #25: Halloween Off the Rails 🎃

[ 🪪 BRING YOUR PHYSICAL ID ] We're not usually ones for dress-up... but tonight's the exception. Hop on the Ghost Train and go full off the rails at Melbourne's best-dressed Latin party of the year. 🕙 10pm - 4am 📅 Friday, October 30th 📍 Club Pandora 🍹 Happy Hour: EVERYTHING $12 until 12am! Last year we were the most fun, most costumed Latin party in the city, this year we're going bigger. Dust off a NEW costume (not last year's) and hop on before the train leaves without you. The Ghost Train rides again. Don't miss the train. 🚂💀

CIRCUS FIRE Spectacular at Prahran Square

Join me for a night of fire, acrobatics and general chaos at Prahran Square, where ZAP Circus are bringing their CIRCUS FIRE Spectacular to Centre Square as part of Melbourne Fringe. It's an outdoor show, it's free, and it's a very easy way to spend a Sunday evening. Prahran Square describes it as an internationally award-winning show combining fire, acrobatics, dazzling special effects and razor-sharp comedy, running for about 45 minutes. Expect to stand, expect to be a bit close to the action, and expect to leave grinning. We'll meet at the entrance of Reverie Cafe at 7:45pm for a quick hello, then wander over together around 7:55pm to find a good viewing spot before the show starts at 8:15pm. It's a free outdoor event with no reserved seating, so getting there on time matters if we want a decent view. This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Prahran Square, ZAP Circus or Melbourne Fringe. A Meetup RSVP is just a way of saying hello to the group, not a ticket or a guaranteed spot in the crowd. **Who this is for** * Anyone who likes circus, street performance or just a good outdoor spectacle * People after a relaxed Sunday evening out with no cost and no commitment * Solo attendees — very welcome, and easy to slot into the group since we're all just standing around watching a show together **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VeGhLnwxUdunKDGo9 * CIRCUS FIRE Spectacular: https://www.prahransquare.com.au/whats-on/upcoming/circus-fire-spectacular/ **Timeline** * 7:45pm – Meet at the entrance of Reverie Cafe, Prahran and say hi * 7:55pm – Move together to a good viewing spot in Centre Square * 8:15pm – Show starts * 9:15pm – Show ends and we wrap up for the night **Tickets / cost** * Prahran Square lists this as a free event with no booking required, so there's nothing to buy or reserve. * It's first-come, first-served for viewing positions, which is why we're meeting a bit before the start. **Transport** * Prahran Square is on Cato Street, Prahran, a short walk from Chapel Street trams and Prahran station. * There's parking at Prahran Square, but it's a busy Sunday evening in Prahran — public transport is usually the easier option. **Bring** * A jacket or something warm — it's outdoors and October evenings in Melbourne can turn * Comfortable shoes, since we'll be standing for the show * Water, and a bit of cash or card if you want a drink or snack beforehand **Expect** * Vibe: fun, loud and a bit spectacular * Group style: casual and low-pressure, easy to join on your own **Important notes** * This is an outdoor event, so it may be affected by weather. Check the Prahran Square page on the day if conditions look rough. * Please follow all instructions from Prahran Square staff and the performers, and keep behind any barriers or marked safety areas. It's a fire show, so those boundaries are there for a reason. * You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the night. * Prahran Square notes that photography and filming will take place at the event * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear. **Other info** * The show runs about 45 minutes and there's no interval, so if you're running late, message the group and look for us in the crowd.

Mordialloc Theatre - Play "Cock" @ 1.30pm - Parkdale

Turkish Dinner MALVERN

Greek Dinner EAST MALVERN

Bayside Crunchy Monday (Elsternwick)

Play board games with 20+ people on 5+ tables in Elsternwick. Friendly. Inclusive. Free entry, Crunchy Euro and Thematic games. Close to public transport and free parking. Exclusive use of a function room with good lighting at the Caulfield RSL. Join our group in the Aftergame App for photos, games played and updates: https://aftergame.app/groups/bayside-games-1853 **Arrive early** A few people play a short game for an hour starting at 6:00pm. Most people arrive around 6:45pm and play a 2-3 hour crunchy game. Most games are organised after a brief discussion at the venue but people also use our WhatsApp group and Aftergame to arrange games. If you come at 6:45pm we will ensure that you are included in a game. **Full bar and snacks available** The Caulfield RSL generously provide the venue free of charge. A selection of food and drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Note that only food or drink purchased at the RSL can be consumed at the venue. We look forward to seeing you!

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/ml1zzz](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/ml1zzz) **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/ml1zzz](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/ml1zzz)

Indian Dinner COBURG - back to an old favourite!!!

ITALIAN Dinner GLEN IRIS

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/us7gsl](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/us7gsl) **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/us7gsl](https://justeasiertogether.com/shorty/us7gsl) See you there!