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Wild Asia 3D at IMAX Melbourne

Wild Asia 3D at IMAX Melbourne

Sat, Jun 6, 1:00 AM
From Melbourne Social
5.0

Join me for a relaxed morning at IMAX Melbourne to watch Wild Asia 3D, a giant-screen nature documentary exploring wildlife and landscapes across Asia. The film is listed by IMAX Melbourne as a 45-minute 3D documentary, presented in IMAX 4K Laser Digital. It features wildlife including snow leopards, red pandas, Tibetan foxes, coral sea creatures and other animals adapted to extreme environments. We’ll meet in front of the Melbourne Museum gate first so people do not have to arrive alone, then head in and get seated together before the movie starts. This will be a simple, low-pressure meetup for anyone interested in nature, wildlife, documentaries, IMAX, or just trying something a bit different on a Saturday morning. You’re very welcome to come solo. After the movie, we can optionally grab lunch somewhere nearby if people are interested. **Who this is for** This event is good for anyone who enjoys nature documentaries, wildlife, science, photography, IMAX films, or relaxed social meetups. You do not need to know anyone beforehand. Solo attendees are very welcome. **Links** Meetup start point: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/v1ym1jciv2T7LBPP9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/v1ym1jciv2T7LBPP9) Movie trailer: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScWg4_mvVA0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScWg4_mvVA0) IMAX movie/ticket page: [https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/films/Wild-Asia-3D/HO00000593](https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/films/Wild-Asia-3D/HO00000593) **Timeline** 11:00am – Meet in front of the Melbourne Museum gate and say hello 11:10am – Head inside and get seated 11:30am – Wild Asia 3D starts Around 12:15pm – Movie ends Around 12:30pm – Meetup ends Afterwards – Optional lunch nearby if people are interested **Tickets/cost** Please book your own ticket for the correct Wild Asia 3D session at IMAX Melbourne. Important: RSVPing on Meetup does not include your movie ticket. You’ll need to buy your own IMAX ticket separately. **Transport** IMAX Melbourne is located at the Melbourne Museum precinct in Carlton Gardens. Please allow enough time to get there, meet the group, and head inside before the movie starts. Since the movie starts at 11:30am, arriving on time will make it easier for everyone to enter together. **Expect** Movie: 45-minute IMAX 3D nature documentary Vibe: relaxed, friendly, low-pressure Group style: small social meetup, solo-friendly Optional lunch: only if people are interested after the movie **Important notes** * Please arrive on time so we can head in together before the movie starts. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

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1 attendee

St Kilda Film Festival: Drama Showcase

Fri, Jun 5, 8:15 AM
From Melbourne Culture Vultures
4.6
5 attendees
XYZZY at Planetarium Nights – Immersive Art Film Under the Dome

XYZZY at Planetarium Nights – Immersive Art Film Under the Dome

Fri, Jun 19, 10:30 AM
From Melbourne Social
5.0

Planetarium Nights is an adults-only after-hours program at Melbourne Planetarium, with fulldome screenings in a dark, immersive dome setting. For this meetup, we’ll attend the 9:00pm session of XYZZY. Museums Victoria describes it as a psychedelic musical odyssey through a complex fictional world, combining animated hand-drawn compositions, surreal architecture, hallucinogenic patterns, alien deities, and 90s-inspired electronic synthesiser tracks. This will be a relaxed, low-pressure meetup for anyone interested in immersive art, animation, music, astronomy-adjacent experiences, or trying something different on a Friday night. You’re very welcome to come solo. We’ll meet outside first, say hello, then go in together. **Who this is for** This event may suit you if you enjoy: * Immersive visual art * Planetarium / dome screenings * Electronic music and surreal animation * Creative, unusual Friday night events * A relaxed small-group social meetup Please note this is more of an immersive art/music film than a traditional astronomy documentary. **Links** Meetup start point: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZTGs3ECQGCzWLwNd7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZTGs3ECQGCzWLwNd7) Planetarium Nights / Tickets: [https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/whats-on/planetarium-nights/](https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/whats-on/planetarium-nights/) Trailer: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2khs-phiOhg](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2khs-phiOhg) **Timeline** * 8:30pm – Meet outside the Melbourne Planetarium entrance gates * 8:40pm – Head inside together * 9:00pm – XYZZY session starts * 10:00pm – Session ends / meetup ends **Tickets / cost** Please buy your own ticket for the 9:00pm XYZZY session on Friday 19 June. A Meetup RSVP does not include entry to the Planetarium. You’ll need a separate ticket from Museums Victoria. Ticket availability, pricing, and session details can change, so please check the official ticket page before booking. **Transport** Public transport: Scienceworks is around a 10-minute walk from Spotswood Station on the Werribee / Williamstown train lines. Please check PTV closer to the date for any timetable changes or disruptions. **Expect** * Vibe: relaxed, low-pressure, solo-friendly * Group style: small social meetup before the screening, then we watch the session together * Session style: immersive fulldome art film with music and surreal visuals **Important notes** * Please make sure you book the correct date and 9:00pm XYZZY session. * RSVP on Meetup does not include a Planetarium ticket. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear. * Please arrive on time so we can head inside together before the session starts.

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1 attendee

Disclosure Day

Sun, Jun 14, 2:00 AM
From Jam Factory (& BEYOND!) film buffs
4.5
1 attendee
Debutante (Free entry drag show | No booking required)

Debutante (Free entry drag show | No booking required)

Sat, Jun 13, 10:00 AM
From Pride of our Footscray
4.8

Debutante is a monthly non-competitive showcase for emerging drag performers, held at Pride of our Footscray. The show starts at 8PM. Free entry and no booking required.

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2 attendees
COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

Tue, Jun 2, 9:30 AM
From Global Village Social Melbourne Meetup!
4.2

They have made regular appearances on Rove Live, 9am with David & Kim , Spicks and Specks, The Glass House, Thank God You're Here, The Project, & Good News Week We have a VIP Guest list under "MEET UP" with our own private tables this is where we will meet. We can meet for dinner before hand at 7pm or just for drinks at 7.30pm just before the show. Friends and family are also welcome to put their hand up for tickets. Plenty of parking. Tickets are $5 (Normally $15) pay at the door on arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup helps connect people around shared interests. It's perfect for finding events, like documentary screenings, happening nearby and meeting like-minded individuals.

You can search for documentary events in Melbourne on Meetup by entering the city and event type. This will help you discover local film screenings and communities.

The availability of documentary screenings in Melbourne varies. It's best to regularly check Meetup to find upcoming events curated by local film enthusiasts.

Yes, Meetup allows you to join multiple groups. This way, you can explore a variety of documentary screening meetups across different communities in Melbourne.

Documentaries of various genres are shown, depending on the group or event host. Some groups focus on specific areas, such as historical, social issues, or biographies.

Joining Meetup and browsing events are generally free, but some documentary screenings might have a ticket fee. Always check the event details for any costs.

To RSVP, find the event you're interested in and click 'RSVP'. This ensures you have a spot and also lets the organizer track attendance.

Yes, some groups welcome suggestions from members. Check the group’s guidelines or contact the organizer to discuss film suggestions.

Most screenings prefer RSVP to manage attendance, but it may not be strictly necessary for all. It's best to check each event's specific instructions.

No, events and screenings are organized by members or local groups on Meetup, not by Meetup itself.

Screenings could be either. Some organizers may host in-person events, while others might offer online screenings, especially for broader accessibility.

Meetup can't guarantee specific films, as events depend on organizers' choices. Check group previews or announcements for schedules.

Absolutely, documentary screenings often provide an informal setting to meet and chat with fellow film enthusiasts before or after the films.

No, you're not required to attend every event. You can choose which documentary screenings fit your schedule and interests.

If there's a gap in available groups, you might consider starting your community on Meetup to bring together local documentary lovers.