What we’re about
Welcome to Explore Melbourne - The largest and the most active meetup group in Melbourne with over 40,000+ members. We are also the largest group in Australia.
Our group is for anyone interested in exploring the wonderful city of Melbourne and surrounds together. We run a combination of Free and Paid events. We have organized over 3000 events since September 2016.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
We will be heading to Dandenong Ranges to wave 👋 at the passing Train of Lights 🚂 . You will be spellbound as the passing winter steam train illuminates trees, tracks, and the train itself. The walking distance can be found in the description below. Please note that this event is all about waving 👋👋 at the passing Train of Lights 🚂 🚂. We will not be on the train.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the Organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) using Trybooking:
https://www.trybooking.com/DBQIT
Payments are managed via Trybooking and not meetup. Your meetup status will be shown UNPAID. All you need is a Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email.
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. Please note that the ticket will be only refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. There are no refunds. It's also not possible to change the ticket to a new date.
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of the black direction sign in Federation Square at 2:15 PM. Please remember to bring your myki. You will need atleast $7.60 on your myki or have myki pass. Please make sure you add the money before coming to the meeting point. We should be back in the city around 10 pm.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2Jf2BqI
This is a rain or shine event.
Total Walking Distance: 5km
Please carry extra layers to keep yourself warm.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSAIo8bpAhI
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Myki: $7.60 or Myki pass
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- LIGHTSCAPE at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne 2025Fed Square, MelbourneA$39.95
Get ready to be dazzled—Lightscape 2025 is back at Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, and it’s bigger, brighter, and bolder than ever. Think fresh sights, epic sounds, and a whole new adventure through light and imagination. Whether you're a first-timer or making it your yearly winter tradition, Lightscape 2025 is set to be a night you won’t forget. This season, Melbourne’s award-winning immersive experience returns with over 20 brand-new light installations that’ll transform the Gardens into a glowing wonderland.
This event does not have an organizer fee. Please read the group rules before signing up. If you are brining friends, please make sure they signup on meetup as well. We may not accept RSVPs from people who have violated the group rules.
Please follow the two steps below to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event.
Step 2: Please get your Ticketek ticket ($36) for 7:15 PM on 2nd July- https://premier.ticketek.com.au/events/LSMTIX25/venues/RBG/performances/ELSM2025794J/tickets
Meeting Point: Let's meet in front of the black directions sign at Federation Square at 6:30 PM. We will be at the meeting point till 6:35 PM before walking to Royal Botanic Gardens.
Meeting point photo: http://bit.ly/2ZjKK4g
Cost:
Organizer Fee: N/A
Lightscape Ticket:
Regular: $36.00 + Service Fee
Concession:: $32.00 + Service FeePlease follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
- Firelight Festival - Light up Docklands Opening NightCorner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, Melbourne
Please remember to RSVP for this event on meetup to confirm your spot. Please read the group rules listed below before signing up. If you are bringing friends, please ensure that they RSVP on meetup as well.
Meeting Point: Let's meet at the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 7 PM and then walk to Docklands. Please don't be late. Unfortunately, joining us will not be possible once we leave the meeting point as the festival gets very crowded.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Firelight Festival will light up Docklands this winter. We will explore their fire installations, music, and live performances and try wintery food and drinks across New Quay Promenade and Victoria Harbour Promenade. This is a Free event.
Organizer Fee: N/A
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have seven simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/ - 👋👋 Wave at Train of Lights - Puffing Billy Railway 🚂🚂Fed Square, MelbourneA$20.00
We will be heading to Dandenong Ranges to wave 👋 at the passing Train of Lights 🚂 . You will be spellbound as the passing winter steam train illuminates trees, tracks, and the train itself. The walking distance can be found in the description below. Please note that this event is all about waving 👋👋 at the passing Train of Lights 🚂 🚂. We will not be on the train.
Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the Organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) using Trybooking:
https://www.trybooking.com/DBQITPayments are managed via Trybooking and not meetup. Your meetup status will be shown UNPAID. All you need is a Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email.
Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. Please note that the ticket will be only refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. There are no refunds. It's also not possible to change the ticket to a new date.
Meeting Point: Let's meet infront of the black direction sign in Federation Square at 2:15 PM. Please remember to bring your myki. You will need atleast $7.60 on your myki or have myki pass. Please make sure you add the money before coming to the meeting point. We should be back in the city around 10 pm.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2Jf2BqI
This is a rain or shine event.
Total Walking Distance: 5km
Please carry extra layers to keep yourself warm.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSAIo8bpAhI
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular
Myki: $7.60 or Myki pass
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AU
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
- Day Trip to Churchill Island [Online Tickets - Limited Spots]Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street, MelbourneA$20.00
We are heading to Phillip Island to explore Churchill Island. We will also visit Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre and Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. If you are a Youtuber or an influencer, please send me a message before booking the ticket.
Please follow these 4 steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the organizer fee via Trybooking ($20) - https://www.trybooking.com/DDFMJ
Step 3: Please book your return v/line ticket to Cape Woolamai: https://www.vline.com.au/Plan-trip-buy-tickets?from=Melbourne%2c+Southern+Cross&to=Cape+Woolamai&date=06%2f07%2f2025&returndate=06/07/2025
Departure: 9:03
Return: 18:08Step 4: Get your Chruchill Island entry ticket for 6th July 2025 ($13.69): https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/activities/detail?activityId=1143077&cid=1909882&cityId=16610¤cy=AUD
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 if the names on Trybooking and Meetup are the same.
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.
Meeting Point: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 8:40 AM.
Meeting Point Photo: https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2
Let's head to the beautiful Phillip Island. Tentative locations:
* Churchill Island
* Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre
* Phillip Island Chocolate FactoryTotal Walking Distance: 8km (mostly flat)
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20
vLine Ticket cost: $7.60
Churchill Island Entry: $13.69We should be back to city around 8:15 PM.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
YouTube | Facebook Page | Facebook Group | Instagram | TikTok | ExploreMelbourne.AUExplore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups.
😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. 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/
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