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Luna Dark Halloween Night at Luna Park St Kilda

Join me for a Halloween night out at Luna Park St Kilda for **Luna Dark** — the park after dark, with unlimited rides, haunted mazes, roaming performers and live entertainment until midnight. It's the opening night of Luna Dark 2026, so expect a big, loud, slightly ridiculous atmosphere — neon lights, scare attractions, carnival games and Halloween-themed shows across the park. Costumes are very welcome if that's your thing, but absolutely not required. We'll meet outside the Luna Park gates at 5:45pm for a quick hello, then head inside together when the session opens at 6:00pm. From there we'll wander the park as a group, ride what we feel like riding and duck into the mazes for whoever's brave enough. I'll wrap the official meetup around 10:00pm, but your ticket runs until midnight, so stay on as long as you like. **A Meetup RSVP is not a ticket.** This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with or endorsed by Luna Park. Please book your own Luna Dark ticket directly with them before the night. **Who this is for** * Anyone who likes theme parks, Halloween, or both * People who enjoy a bit of a fright — the mazes are optional, and you can skip them * Coming on your own? Perfect. Plenty of people do, and you'll have a group to walk in with **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EqhWti9m9RZPKpMq8 * Luna Dark info and tickets: https://lunapark.com.au/luna-dark-2026/ **Timeline** * 5:45pm – Meet outside the Luna Park gates and say hello * 6:00pm – Head inside together as the Luna Dark night session opens * 6:15pm – Rides, mazes, games and general wandering as a group * 10:00pm – Meetup finishes (stay on if you like — the session runs to midnight) **Tickets / cost** * You'll need a **Luna Dark Unlimited Rides Ticket** for the night session, booked directly with Luna Park. * Luna Park says all guests entering during Luna Dark need a valid Luna Dark Night Ticket — annual passes, standard park entry tickets and pre-purchased unlimited ride tickets are **not** valid for these sessions. * Tickets are limited and Luna Park recommends booking online in advance, as sessions can sell out. * Please book your own ticket. **Transport** * Luna Park is right on the Esplanade in St Kilda. Trams 96, 3/3a and 16 all stop nearby. * Street parking around St Kilda on a Thursday night can be tight, so public transport is the easier option. **Bring** * Your Luna Dark ticket * A jacket * Comfortable shoes for a lot of walking and standing * A costume if you're keen (Luna Park asks that costumes are family-friendly, that masks can be removed on request, and that props be checked at Guest Relations) * Card for food and drinks **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — mostly walking, standing and queuing * Pace: Relaxed, we'll drift around the park rather than march through a schedule * Vibe: Fun, silly and a bit spooky * Group style: Casual and friendly; we may split into smaller groups for rides and mazes and regroup **Important notes** * This is an independent social meetup arranged so we can attend together. It isn't organised by, affiliated with or endorsed by Luna Park, and an RSVP here doesn't include entry. * Rides, mazes and entertainment are all run by Luna Park and are subject to their availability, height restrictions and health requirements — worth checking their Fun & Safety Guide before you come. * Please take part within your own ability, and follow all park rules and staff instructions. You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the night. * The mazes are genuinely designed to scare people. There's no pressure to go in, and no one will think less of you for sitting one out. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear for everyone else. * I'll be near the main gates from 5:45pm — if you're running late, head in and message the group.

"Pay-As-You-Feel" Walking Tour of Melbourne

Come along on our **"pay-as-you-feel"** walking tour of Melbourne's historic Centre & make new friends, learn interesting parts about the city's history & receive tips about the cultural capital of Australia! **On our 2-hour walking tour, beginning in Federation Square daily @11am**, you'll see Melbourne's famous and historic landmarks, wander through it's famous laneways & alleyways, and experience it's rich, vibrant and multicultural history that makes it so unique! **Look out for the orange umbrella on the top of the Swanston-St side stairs of Federation Square to find your guide.** **Please note:** Your guides are not paid otherwise by the company or government and upon the conclusion of the tour you will be invited to leave a voluntary tip depending on your satisfaction!

Spectacular Grampians - Grand Canyon, Pinnacle Lookout, Boroka Lookout &more!

We are heading to Grampians National Park, one of the most incredible places in Victoria to lose yourself in nature for a while. We will book a bus with a driver. Our events are only open to people aged 18 years and older. Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot: Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup. Step 2: Please buy the bus ticket via Trybooking ($99 - Early Bird, $119 - Regular): [https://www.trybooking.com/DPXUZ](https://www.trybooking.com/DPXUZ) Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an **"Unpaid"** status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date. Trybooking payments are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Trybooking payments will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved to a new date. If you are a digital creator or youtuber, please message the organizer before buying the ticket. Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Russell and Flinders Street (Federation Square Bus stop) at 8:45 AM. We should be back at Federation Square Bus Stop around 9 pm. Map: [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-37.817028%2C%20144.97006](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=-37.817028%2C%20144.97006) This is a rain or shine event. Cost: Bus Ticket: $99 - Early Bird $119 - Regular Lunch: Varies (depends on what you buy at Halls Gap). Tentative list of locations we will be visiting: Tentative list of locations we will be visiting: **Halls Gap**: Stop at Halls Gap for a lunch break (own expense). **If you are lucky**, The Halls Gap Recreation Reserve is a fantastic place to see **Kangaroos** in the Grampians. 🕒30 mins **Boroka Lookout**: Picturesque views of mountain ranges, lakes & plains. (Please **stay within the safety barriers for your own safety**. In the news: [https://bit.ly/3o3MvAI](https://bit.ly/3o3MvAI) ) 🕒15 mins \| 1\-2 mins walk **Reed Lookout:** From the summit of Reed Lookout you will enjoy stunning views over the entire Victoria Valley, Victoria Range, Serra Range, Lake Wartook, and the Mt Difficult Range on a clear day. (Not much walking involved) 🕒15 mins \| 1\-2 mins walk **Pinnacles Lookout:** The Pinnacle is the Grampians’ most iconic lookout — and for good reason. The sweeping views are nothing short of spectacular, making it one of the most breath-taking vantage points in the entire Grampians National Park. 4\.2km return hike \| 🕒2 hours **Grand Canyon -** Climb your way through a stunning gorge beneath towering rock walls on this short but challenging hike. Take a moment to pause, listen to the gentle stream, and soak in the natural echoes all around you. It's short strenuous walk up and the downhill coming back. 🕒45 mins Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://exploremelbourne.au/) Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people. ❌ **Not a dating group**. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please! 📵 **No phone numbers.** Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats. 🔞**18+ only.** All our events are for adults aged 18 and over. 📢 **No promoting other events** or groups. 😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please **don't be clingy**. 🚗 **No carpooling.** We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents. 💰 **No sales pitches**. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers. 📸 **Cameras welcome, but**… – please **refrain from taking photos of our members** for privacy reasons. 😊 A lot of work goes into every event. **Please be kind to our organisers.** Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated. By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. **No second chances.** Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free! Liability Waiver: The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: [https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)

ANSTO Australian Synchrotron Facility Tour

Join me for a guided tour of the ANSTO Australian Synchrotron in Clayton — one of the most impressive pieces of scientific machinery in the country, and a rare chance to see it from the inside. The Synchrotron accelerates electrons to near the speed of light around a huge circular ring, producing intensely bright light that researchers use to study everything from new medicines to ancient fossils. On this 90-minute guided tour we'll get to see the facility and hear from the people who know it best. We'll meet outside Guzman y Gomez – Clayton DT at 9:30am to say hello, then head over to the Australian Synchrotron together at 9:40am so we're there in good time. The tour starts at 10:00am and wraps up around 11:30am, which is where the meetup finishes. This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together — it isn't run by or affiliated with ANSTO or the Australian Synchrotron. Please book your own ticket directly through Humanitix; an RSVP here doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious about science, physics, engineering or how big research facilities actually work * No background knowledge needed — the tours are aimed at the general public * Coming solo? You're very welcome. Plenty of people come on their own and it's an easy group to chat to **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ehm8KxgPUg7qkf6r7 * Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/ansto-australian-synchrotron-facility-tours-for-the-general-public * About the Australian Synchrotron: https://www.ansto.gov.au/about/locations/visit-australian-synchrotron **Timeline** * 9:30am – Meet outside Guzman y Gomez – Clayton DT and say hello * 9:40am – Head over to the Australian Synchrotron together * 10:00am – Tour starts * 11:30am – Tour ends and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * Tickets are $5 each and are booked directly with the organiser through Humanitix * Please book your own ticket before the day — spots are limited and it can sell out * Your Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry **Transport** * ANSTO notes there is usually plenty of free on-site parking for visitors * By public transport, Clayton and Huntingdale stations are both nearby, along with several bus routes through the Monash Clayton area * Give yourself a little extra time so you're at our meeting point by 9:30am **Bring** * Your ticket (on your phone is fine) * Comfortable closed-in shoes — sensible for walking around a working research facility * A water bottle * Your curiosity and a few questions for the guides **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — mostly walking and standing * Pace: Relaxed, guide-led * Vibe: Curious, friendly, low-key * Group style: Casual and social, easy to join in on your own **Important notes** * Please book your own ticket through Humanitix before the day — I can't book on your behalf * This is an independent social meetup, not affiliated with, endorsed by, or organised by ANSTO or the Australian Synchrotron * Please follow all site rules and any instructions from staff and tour guides while we're on site * The tour is run by the venue, so timings and what we get to see are up to them and may change * You're joining at your own risk and are responsible for your own safety and wellbeing on the day * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear for everyone

Free Aboriginal Walking Tour as part of Seniors Week Activities

Magic Show at Laneway Theatre

Please note tickets tend to sell out at least 4 weeks in advance. Follow the link below to book your ticket. Hidden down a dark laneway in Northcote you’ll discover one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets. You’ll receive an email detailing how to get there, and if you decide not to tell your friends where you’re taking them, it’s even more fun. You’ll guide them down a spooky laneway and knock on an unmarked wooden door. Once it opens, take them into a graveyard, past a bottomless pit, and through an occupied coffin before the gold class luxury of The Laneway Theatre is revealed. Join us in October for a Live Horror Show as part of the Melbourne Fringe festival. This is a magic show unlike anything you've ever seen before. In the style of the French horror theatre 'Grand Guignol', award-winning magician Tim Ellis tells the story of a psychopath looking back on his life and questioning his own reality. Using projections, music, sound effects, minimal lighting and no dialogue... magic effects are incorporated to bring the most graphic corners of his imagination to life. This is unsettling, uncomfortable, and unforgettable. Ticket link below. https://www.melbournefringe.com.au/whats-on/events/darkness-is-coming

🎸🎹 Saturday Social & Live Music @ Transport Bar 💃🏽🕺🏻

**Good vibes and Saturday arvo fun @ Transport Bar with Andy Swann & The Bangers cranking out classic funk and soul, high energy live music 🎸💃🏽🕺🏼.** Flying solo or new to the group, no worries! We’re a friendly bunch and you’ll have new friends before you know it! Let Andy or Deb know and we’ll do an intro with other members 😊**🎉🍸**. Look for reserved signs on tables under Andy / Unique Events in the 'Glasshouse' area on the Swanston St side where the band is. See you there🥂.

Secret Gardens - Walk, Talk & Make Friends | Royal Botanic Gardens [Free Event]

Please remember to RSVP for this event on meetup to confirm your spot. Please read the group rules listed below before signing up as any violations can result in removal from the group. If you are bringing friends, please ensure that they RSVP on meetup as well. Meeting Point: Let's meet infront TimeOut Federation Square at 5:50 PM. Map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuLHN1yUwYsXiwHy5](https://maps.app.goo.gl/tuLHN1yUwYsXiwHy5) Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://exploremelbourne.au/) This is a rain or shine event. Please carry an umbrella if you think it's going to rain. Walking time: 2 hours Distance: 6 Kilometres Our walk will take us through the following locations. * Queen Victoria Gardens * Queen Victoria Monument * Floral Clock * Equestrian statue of Queen Victoria’s son Edward VII * Tan Track * Imposing statue of King George V. * King’s Domain. * Shrine of Remembrance * Observatory Gate * Observatory Buildings * Royal Botanic Gardens * National Herbarium * Temple of the Winds * The Grotto * Yarra River * Swan Street Bridge * Alexandra Gardens * Avenue of Elms * Riverslide Skate Park This is a Free Event! Explore Melbourne is Australia's largest meetup group, with a big social media community too. To keep everyone safe and make sure every event is a good time, we have nine simple rules. Anyone who breaks them is removed from the group, and so far that's 336 people. ❌ **Not a dating group**. We're here to make friends, not find soulmates, so no flirty business, please! 📵 **No phone numbers.** Asking for or sharing phone numbers has led to scams, harassment and privacy problems in the past, so anyone who does it will be removed. Swapping social media is fine if you're both happy to, but please don't add people to WhatsApp or other group chats. 🔞**18+ only.** All our events are for adults aged 18 and over. 📢 **No promoting other events** or groups. 😅 Give people room. Everyone's here to meet lots of people, so please **don't be clingy**. 🚗 **No carpooling.** We've had safety incidents, and our public liability insurance doesn't cover motor vehicle accidents. 💰 **No sales pitches**. That means no selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes and no "life-changing mentorship" offers. 📸 **Cameras welcome, but**… – please **refrain from taking photos of our members** for privacy reasons. 😊 A lot of work goes into every event. **Please be kind to our organisers.** Rudeness towards them won't be tolerated. By joining this event, you agree to follow these rules. Break them and you'll be removed, just like the 336 people before you. **No second chances.** Let's keep it fun, friendly and drama-free! Liability Waiver: The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: [https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)

Nerd Nite Melbourne #71 at Howler

Join me for a night of smart, silly and surprisingly niche talks at Nerd Nite Melbourne #71 at Howler in Brunswick. It's the long-running "TED Talks in a pub" night — a few presenters, a few drinks, and topics you never knew you needed to hear about. Nerd Nite says this edition has three presenters and a spooky October theme, including a forensic anthropologist on how buried human remains are found. It's their second-last show for 2026. We'll meet at 7:00pm outside the gates of St Ambrose Hall so it's easy to find each other, say hello, then walk over to Howler together at around 7:10pm. Doors are at 7:00pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together — it isn't run by or affiliated with Nerd Nite Melbourne or Howler. Please book your own ticket directly through Moshtix; an RSVP here isn't a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Anyone curious, and happy to sit through talks on topics they've never thought about before * People who enjoy a relaxed, chatty night out rather than a big loud one * No background knowledge needed — the talks are made for general audiences * Coming on your own is very welcome; plenty of people do, and that's the whole point of meeting up first **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rqVmv6e1YJWPy7Ut9 * Nerd Nite Melbourne: https://melbourne.nerdnite.com/ * Tickets (Moshtix): https://moshtix.com.au/v2/event/nerd-nite-71/200179?skin=hwlr **Timeline** * 7:00pm – Meet outside the gates of St Ambrose Hall and say hello * 7:10pm – Walk over to Howler together * 7:30pm – Show starts * \~10:30pm – Show wraps up and the meetup ends (end time is an estimate) **Tickets / cost** * Nerd Nite currently lists tickets at $15 + booking fee through Moshtix. * Everyone books and pays for their own ticket directly — I'm not holding tickets for the group. * Worth booking ahead, as these nights can sell out. **Transport** * Howler is at 7–11 Dawson Street, Brunswick, a short walk from our meeting point. * Trams and the Upfield line both serve Brunswick, and the night finishes late enough that it's worth checking your last service before you head out. * Street parking around Brunswick is limited, so public transport is usually easier. **Bring** * Your ticket * ID * A jacket — October evenings in Melbourne can turn cold * Cash or card for drinks if you'd like one **Expect** * Difficulty: Easy — a short walk and then you're sitting down * Pace: Relaxed * Vibe: Curious, friendly, a bit nerdy * Group style: Casual and low-pressure; chat as much or as little as you like **Important notes** * Please arrive by 7:00pm so we can walk over together. If you're running late, head straight to Howler and find us inside. * Book your own ticket in advance — an RSVP here is not a ticket or guaranteed entry. * This meetup isn't affiliated with, endorsed by, or organised by Nerd Nite Melbourne or Howler. Please follow all venue rules and staff instructions on the night. * Times are approximate and depend on the show — the finish time in particular is an estimate. * You're responsible for your own safety, belongings and getting home. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Rock n Roll to Scat at Burvale Hotel

Cemetery Sketching 👻🪦✏️🦇

It’s spooky season! 👻🪦🦇 Grab your art supplies and meet me at the spot i’ve marked on the map 🗺️ (located in the event images) the meeting spot is marked in blue and i’ve marked all the entrance gates in red since they are tricky to find. We will split up and walk around the cemetery taking inspiration from our surroundings for our sketches. Please meet me back at the meeting spot at 2:50pm to have a chat and share our artworks 👻✨ 🪦 Please be respectful of the dead while wandering the Cemetery 🪦