What we’re about
## NEW 18-25s Group for 2025/26 in Naarm/Melbourne
## Main Quest: survive adulthood.
## Side Quest: find your crew.
Are you 18–25 and looking for people to vibe with? Meetup is great but sometimes it feels like most groups are alot older so a space for younger people to hang out outside of bars, join the side quests, or even jump into other MeetUp events together. Whether you’ve been in Melbourne forever or just moved here, this group’s about finding friends and good times - collective interest-based connections over collective hangoevers. Maybe you’re into drawing, Marvel marathons, DnD, board games, live theatre, PC gaming or just love exploring the city and hunting down cheap eats — if that’s you, you’re in the right place.
### The End Game
SideQuest Crew is for the 18-25 crowd who want to meet up (no pressure for regularly just choose what interests you), chill out together and try new adventures to connect with others with similar interests. Expect sketch sessions for all levels, scavenger hunts through the city, gaming nights, movie or theatre trips, festivals, and casual hangs with snacks and laughs.
### What to Expect - most events will be Melb CBD or inner city
✏️ Casual drawing sessions (all skill levels welcome)
🎬 Movie meetups
🎮 Casual gaming nights/PAX meet ups/Bartronica or arcades/DnD or board games for those interested
🌆 Scavenger hunts & exploring Melbourne/ pop culture trivia nights at Fortress
🍕 Foodie Quest (food crawls around CBD/Carlton/ Brunwick or Footscray) Cheap eats + low-pressure hangouts
And maybe some volunteer opportunities later in the year (there are homeless support/charity events/clean up aus events to be involved with too!)
Totally LGBT+ friendly and international students and all will be made to feel welcomed. If you’ve been searching for connections that blend creativity, a little geek culture and Melbourne adventures — bring your awkward, shy or extra, best self along.
IMPORTANT LEGAL & GROUP RULES STUFF
- Only RSVP if you plan to come – change it if you can’t make it.
- Repeat no-shows may be removed – it’s about respecting others’ time.
- Be friendly and respectful – this group’s about making connections.
This group is a casual, volunteer-run social group but ticketed events particularly need commitment to honor your RSVP.
Legal disclaimer - By joining or attending any meetup, you agree that you are responsible for your own safety, behaviour, and personal belongings at all times. The organisers and hosts are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur during or as a result of attending group activities.
Participation is completely voluntary and at your own risk. Please exercise common sense, respect others, and take care of your own belongings.
C u at a SideQuest soon
Featured event
VOLUNTEER FOR HOMELESS - NOV 6 300 BLANKETS MELB CBD
Important note - this is a small group activity starting at Flinders St so if over 5 people are interested it may have to split groups in to separate dates. I will speak to organisers and set dates based on interest so this is another one to best put your hand up for and we will roster out dates in Sept. It runs weekly all year round so you can choose to go once or regularly as suits
SMALL GROUP ACTIVITY - up to 5 participants per date as I understand it
The Outreach Program runs every Tuesday and Thursday (7pm-8.30pm) in the CBD, where a group - of 4-5 people - led by one of our dedicated Outreach Leaders directly engages with people sleeping rough in Melbourne's CBD. Through conversation and providing emergency material and food aid, volunteers are able to provide support to people when they are generally in their greatest need of social and material assistance. It lasts 1.5 hours. There may be some pre packing work required, Will update once organisers confirm.
Departing Flinders Street Station, groups of up to 6 volunteers with a 300 Blankets team leader walk a particular route through Melbourne’s CBD, sharing essentials and checking in with people living on the street.
NEXT STEPS - LET ME KNOW WHO IS KEEN. ONCE WE SEE WHO IS AVAILABLE AND INTERESTED WE CAN THEN COORDINATE TO ROSTER ON VIA THE BELOW LINK AND YOU CAN THEN DO THE WWCC volunteer step.
A MUST DO STEP BEFORE SIGNING UP -
- Working With Children Check (WWCC) – Volunteer: Applying for a Working With Children Check (Volunteer) in Victoria is easy. Follow the simple process via the Service Victoria site here – it only takes 15 minutes! Note: There is no need to purchase an Employee registration for a volunteer organisation. Ensure you register for the FREE olunteer check only.
> Visit: 300blankets.org.au/get-involved/volunteer/ click 'Volunteer' follow the prompts to sign up to Volaby roster yourself on
Upcoming events
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Free BIG Games Night Out & ACMI museum tour Fed Square
ACMI-X, Level 4, 2 Kavanagh Street, Southbank VIC 3006, Melbourne, AUFREE FED SQUARE EVENT - some can go early and check the scene and others can call in after work as suits - it is on until later in the evening; A mix of cosplay, arcades, tabletop games. a D&D related stage show viewing and a side trip to ACMI - all free no coins needed for any arcade play. It will be busy and lines are to be expected
Latest programme here https://www.instagram.com/p/DO78ERsADXU/
Cosplay isn't my thing but if it is yours come along dressed - checking Cosplay Parade timings and details
See most here https://www.instagram.com/biggamesnightout
Details here https://www.biggamesnightout.com/- plus a bonus drop in to ACMI a museum of film, TV, videogames and art.
https://www.acmi.net.au/plan-your-visit/We can check out the arcades for a while, stage stuff then wander over to ACMI for a look at its free exhibit on all things film. tv and games related. A casual walk and talk and play catch up. Eats are all around. Can give live early updates on arrival.
MEETING point at the ACMI entrance large vertical sign of Fed Square side
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MAFIA THE GAME SHOW - GET IN QUICK TO BUY YR TICKET AS HEADLINE ACT FOR FRINGE
Festival hub Trades Hall , Trades Hall - Solidarity Hall Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton, VIC, 3053, Melbourne, AUThis looks really good and is sure to sell out really quickly so if anyone wants to go let's coordinate and get tickets fast. It involves comedians and is based on the Warewold boardgame we have been playing.
## It's kill or be killed as the Fringe cult hit returns for two nights only!
The Mafia have taken over our town! No one is safe. Civilians are dying every night and we're running out of time. We've recruited six comedians to help us uncover who the cold-blooded killers are and bring them to justice. Though our problems are only getting worse, the Mafia have infiltrated the investigation - there are moles among us, who are silencing our comic detectives one by one.
After almost completely selling out their 2024 season, the Fringe cult hit MAFIA The Game: The Show returns to Melbourne Fringe for two nights only.
More about it here
https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/mafia-the-game-the-show$25 concession $29 full ONLY (plus 5.75 booking fees)
Free seating so we can sit together no matter when you buy your seats.
Venue Carlton https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/venues/festival-hub-trades-hall-solidarity-hall8 attendees
Past events
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