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🧚♀️ Arcane Fairies Bar ♡ Social Chats ✧𐦍 Meet People
Join us at this mischievous bar and eatery to meet people and chat 🧚♀️ With fairies overseeing everything, let's hang out and socialise. Don't worry if you are coming along by yourself or don't know anyone - new people are always welcome. We have all been the new person at some point in time.
📍 **Location:** Arcane Fairies, Ground Floor, 185 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Vic 3000
**How often do we have events? Weekly!** Join us at a different bar/pub each week to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend.
Events are also on:
Meet New People, Make Real Friends [https://www.meetup.com/casual-catchups-and-cool-connections/](https://www.meetup.com/casual-catchups-and-cool-connections/)
Bartopia [https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/](https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/)
Bartopia [https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/)
Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/](https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/)
This week's venue: [https://arcanefairies.com.au/](https://arcanefairies.com.au/)
🧚♀️ Arcane Fairies Bar ♡ Social Event ✧𐦍 Meet People
Join us at this mischievous bar and eatery to meet people and chat 🧚♀️ With fairies overseeing everything, let's hang out and socialise. Don't worry if you are coming along by yourself or don't know anyone - new people are always welcome. We have all been the new person at some point in time.
📍 **Location:** Arcane Fairies, Ground Floor, 185 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Vic 3000
**How often do we have events? Weekly!** Join us at a different bar/pub each week to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend.
Events are also on:
Bartopia [https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/](https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/)
Raiders of the Lost Bars [https://www.meetup.com/barraiders/](https://www.meetup.com/barraiders/)
Bartopia [https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/)
Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/](https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/)
This week's venue: [https://arcanefairies.com.au/](https://arcanefairies.com.au/)
Drag Trivia at the Fox Hotel - $20 deposit required
We're back for trivia at the Fox.
Hosted by Crash, it’s going to be camp and chaotic (their words).
If you’re into trivia or just a local, why not come down for your chance to win a $50 bar tab for your team.
If drag isn’t your thing, maybe give this one a miss.
Why not check out their menu while you’re there.
https://www.thefoxhotel.au/menu
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.
Please note the new bank details.
BSB 013125
Account 150808654
Please let me know once payment is made. Please use your name and venue as reference. This is kind of important as I am collecting deposits for many events.
And don't forget to check out our Facebook page.
https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Community/Northside-Explorers-113121036867952/?__nodl&refsrc=https%3A%2F%2Fm.facebook.com%2Ffbrdr%2F274%2F113121036867952%2F&_rdr
THURSDAY NIGHT Melbourne's Largest Language Exchange
**🙋♀️**Welcome to our THURSDAY Social + language exchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends.
👉We always have between 250 - 350 people attending our THURSDAY event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups.
👉This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party.
👉It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians.
🍺: Discounted 15% house beers and wines
🍸: Extra cost for cocktails and spirit
🍲: Food available is to purchase at the bar with 15% discount on menu.
👉**Fee** of **$4.50** to be paid at the entrance OR you can buy anything from the bar.
No Limited numbers but RSVP is a must.
🆔 Please carry a Photo ID as you may be asked at the entrance.
👉**Location**:
Diesel bar & Eatery. we book the whole Second floor, Capacity of 500 people. and the welcoming table is at the door entrance. No entry from Melbourne Central. only from 202 Little Lonsdale St.
Make Friends & Practice Languages at La Di Da
**Welcome to our Thursday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍**
We meet weekly at **La Di Da — 577 Little Bourke Street (Melbourne CBD).**
We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3 at entry** to support the venue.
***
### 💬 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 **100–120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups).
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.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer)
***
📲 **More info:**
[https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU)
or **@Linguas.AU**
Bars & Pubs Events This Week
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🎉 Friday drinks & mingles in the CBD! 🥂🍻💫
**Make new friends while enjoying a drink or two in a warm and welcoming space!** 🥂🥃 **FREE event!** 🤗
**Diesel Bar and Eatery** is a slick, two-level Manhattan style bar with a 1920s feel – the perfect venue for some after work Fri-yay drinks and mingling, We'll be located upstairs around the bar and there are some billiard tables nearby if you feel like a friendly game or two.
If you happen to get there earlier, they offer a pretty great happy hour (5-7pm). You can also enjoy a selection of bar bites throughout the night. [https://www.dieselbar.melbourne/menu/](https://www.dieselbar.melbourne/menu/)
Join us for some drinks, and chats with new people in a relaxed environment. If you are coming alone, you don't need to worry about not knowing anyone. Most people come to our events solo! Also, most are either first-timers or people that have never met! Just remember, we are all there for the same reason – to meet new people, have some quality chats and have some fun!
🎉 See you all there!
Check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mingle) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567494869532) 👀
The Glee Version - Sweet 17!
It's the 17th birthday of everyone's favourite traumatic teen TV show, Glee!
We're celebrating with a huge night of themed drag shows and a 2009-themed dancefloor full of your favourite Glee versions. [(TICKET LINK HERE)](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1564404)
DJ's:
Nic Holland
JXN Miles
Drag performers to be announced shortly!
Doors open at 9pm. 2 for $25 Vodka Redbulls available all night!
Please note: Pride of our Footscray is located on the first floor of a venue with no elevator and is therefore not accessible by wheelchair. We sincerely apologise for our reduced accessibility.
Pride Drag Bingo - Presented by Dykes on Bikes Melbourne
Join us on Saturday May 2 for an afternoon extravaganza of bingo, drag, prizes, and FUNDRAISING for a fabulous cause!
[TICKET LINK HERE](https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1553833)
With every ticket sold, you'll be supporting **Dykes on Bikes**'s fundraiser for **Pride in Place**. **Pride in Place** helps LGBTQIA+ folk who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or living in housing that is unsafe, insecure or too expensive.
So grab a cocktail, order some delicious bites from the bar (think pizza, chips, and garlic bread) or BYO snacks, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and community! There will also be a raffle and auction on the night for your chance to win even more prizes while supporting these great causes.
This event is proudly supported by **Pride of our Footscray** \- 10% of all beverage sales during the event will go towards the fundraiser\!
Please note our venue is located on the first floor of a building with no elevator. We apologise for our reduced accessibility.
## Location
Batmania Pub Crawl Melbourne
**Join your local guides on the best pub crawl in Melbourne!**
Meet at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, and explore the best, most well-known venues with people from all over the world.
With **4 free 'welcome shots'** upon entry to each bar followed by exclusive drink deals at each, you'll see just why Melbourne is known as the nightlife capital of Australia!
Experience a range of Melbourne's most famous bars & pubs throughout the night, with **free entry** for all, and reduced entry/recommendations at the end of the event to keep your night going strong!
Play games, **win prizes** and mingle with locals, travelers & everything in between on the most sought-after event in Melbourne!
* **4 FREE SHOTS**
* **4 BARS ALL WITH FREE SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRY**
* **PLENTY OF GAMES AND PRIZES TO BE WON**
* **UNLIMITED MEMORIES & CHANCES TO MAKE FRIENDS IN THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA!**
Starting at 5:30PM at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, you will receive your skip-the-line wristband, free welcome shot and mingle with other attendees before we introduce our games and prizes to be won throughout the evening. We then mix it up weekly, visiting some of Melbourne's most iconic and well-known bars with your pub crawl crew who have lived and breathed the city for most of their lives.
**Make sure to lock in your spot ASAP as tickets often sell out!**
Pentridge Palace cinema
Hi all
Fortnightly dinner and movie at Pentridge Palace cinema in Coburg.
Generally get dinner at Jacky Jones then see a fick around 7-7.30pm screening slot.
Hope you can make it
Batmania Pub Crawl Melbourne
**Join your local guides on the best pub crawl in Melbourne!**
Meet at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, and explore the best, most well-known venues with people from all over the world.
With **4 free 'welcome shots'** upon entry to each bar followed by exclusive drink deals at each, you'll see just why Melbourne is known as the nightlife capital of Australia!
Experience a range of Melbourne's most famous bars & pubs throughout the night, with **free entry** for all, and reduced entry/recommendations at the end of the event to keep your night going strong!
Play games, **win prizes** and mingle with locals, travelers & everything in between on the most sought-after event in Melbourne!
* **4 FREE SHOTS**
* **4 BARS ALL WITH FREE SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRY**
* **PLENTY OF GAMES AND PRIZES TO BE WON**
* **UNLIMITED MEMORIES & CHANCES TO MAKE FRIENDS IN THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA!**
Starting at 5:30PM at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, you will receive your skip-the-line wristband, free welcome shot and mingle with other attendees before we introduce our games and prizes to be won throughout the evening. We then mix it up weekly, visiting some of Melbourne's most iconic and well-known bars with your pub crawl crew who have lived and breathed the city for most of their lives.
**Make sure to lock in your spot ASAP as tickets often sell out!**
Melbourne Saturday Bar Crawl
**🔥 MELBOURNE'S NO.1 BAR CRAWL! 🔥**
Want an epic night out for just **$15**? Here’s what you need to do:
1\. Click "**Attending**" on the Meetup event
2\. Pre\-book your ticket at [ontherocksbarcrawl.com](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) – Use promo code “**MEETUP26**” on an '**Online Saver**' ticket for $10 off your ticket price!
3\. ARRIVE **BEFORE 18:30** (strict cutoff – no exceptions!)
⏳ Miss any of these steps? It’s **more expensive** on the door! If you're late, your discounted ticket won’t be valid.
**WHATS INCLUDED?**
🍹 **5** **Free Shots**
🚀 **VIP** fast-track entry to **5 top** **venues**
🕺 **Free** pass to the best **nightclubs** at the end of the night
👫 **Fun games** and **friendly** **guides** throughout the night
We’re officially TripAdvisor’s #1 nightlife experience in Brighton (UK), Barcelona, and now Melbourne!
**ARRIVAL INFORMATION:**
📍The Back Room, 24 Grey St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
🕢 Arrive BEFORE start time (18:30)
**💡 IMPORTANT INFO:**
🔞 18+ only – bring a valid Driving Licence or Passport (other IDs may not be accepted)
💬 Contact +61 436 399 434 if you have any issues!
🚫 Due to previous negative experiences, we do not allow stag/hen dos or same-sex groups of 9+ on our public crawls. (Private bookings available – email enquiries to info@ontherocksbarcrawl.com)
**🔥 DON’T MISS OUT – BOOK YOUR $15 TICKET [HERE](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) NOW! 🎉**
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OVER 50 HAPPY HOUR AT MARKET DISTRICT-GRANDVIEW YARD FRI, MAY 1ST 5:00PM-8:00PM
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!!
Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments.
Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos
Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
• Taco Bar
• Margarita and Beer tasting
• Complementary chips and salsa
• Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
• Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar:
Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer)
Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe.
Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style.
Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on.
No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!
Board games at The Forge
The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group!
The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play.
Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes.
We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area.
Parking can sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
CINCO de MAYO Flights n Tacos!
Details
Let's join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!)
Taco Bar
Margarita and Beer tasting
Complementary chips and salsa
Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase
Freshly prepared snacks in the deli for purchase
Festive Band/Music
Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar: $15.00 per person (covers 4 Margarita or beer samples and one pass thru the Taco Bar)
Where: #MarketDistrict (Grandview Yard) location. The party room (our private space) will be decorated with both patios open! Adjoining upstairs area also open for over flow and mingling.
After Party: Sometimes, we head to a venue to hear live music afterwards. LDNL is at Black Swan in Hilliard tonight!
Wear your bright colors and cheerful !Salud!
PBR Columbus Thursday Social
📍 **Where:** PBR Cowboy Bar + Smokehouse in Easton
📆 **When:** Thursday, April 30th
⏰ **Time:** 7PM–9PM
🕖 Check-in: 7PM–8:30PM at the host stand
Say **“PBR Meetup”** at the host stand to get your wristband for drink specials from 7PM–9PM
🍻 **Drink Specials (7PM–9PM)**
$3 Domestic Drafts – Miller Lite & Coors Light
$3 Well Liquor Cocktails
$4 Vizzy Seltzers
$5 Select Call Liquor – Tito’s, Bacardi, Bombay, Dulce Vida Blanco & Jack Daniels
$5 Select Shots – White Tea & Fireball
🤠 **What’s Going On**
🎸 Live Music: 6:30PM–8:30PM
🐂 Bull Riding: 8:30PM–Close
💃 Line Dancing (w/Instructor): 9PM–10PM
🎧 DJ & Dance Floor: 9PM–Close
📍 **Location**
3950 Gramercy St., Columbus, OH 43219
🅿️ **Parking**
Free parking in the lot across the street or Easton West Garage
✔️ **Good to Know**
21+ event
Check in starts at 7pm and ends at 8:30PM to access specials
Tell the host you’re with the "PBR Meetup" group when you arrive
Grab a drink, meet some new people, and kick off your weekend the right way 🍻🤠
PBR Columbus-Tiki Party
🌺🍹 **TIKI PARTY @ PBR COWBOY BAR + SMOKEHOUSE** 🐂🌴
**Friday, May 15th**
Grab your crew and get ready to trade boots for beach vibes (or rock both 😏). We’re turning PBR into a tropical party for one night only—think island energy, great music, and a packed dance floor.
🔥 **How to Join the Party**
When you arrive, just **say “PBR Meetup” at the door** to get your wristband for exclusive drink specials all night!
🍹 **Exclusive Drink Specials-7pm-9pm**
$3 Domestic Draft – Miller Lite & Coors Light
$3 Well Liquor Cocktails
$4 Vizzy Seltzers
$5 Select Call Liquor – Tito’s, Bacardi, Tanqueray, Cazadores Reposado & Jack Daniels
$5 Select Shots – White Tea Shots & Fireball
💃 **What to Expect**
🌴 Tropical vibes + high-energy music
💃 Line dancing + dance floor all night
🤝 A fun, social crowd (perfect for groups or meeting new people)
📸 Plenty of moments you’ll want on camera
Whether you’re coming for the drinks, the dancing, or just a fun night out—this is your excuse to show up and go all in.
Throw on something tropical, bring your people, and we’ll see you at the party 🌺🍹





















