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Events in July

Forthcoming Events

Tue 28th July

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Weekly Workshop
10am - 12:30pm
Social Picnic & Board Games
11am - 1pm
South Lawn
Social Event to make new friends, eat FREE food and play boardgames! Everyone welcome, no membership needed :))
Sound Design
11am - 1pm
Guild Theatre, Level 2, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
Learn Sound Design and Engineering for Musical Theatre
Book Club Week 1 Meeting
noon - 2pm
Room 101, Market Hall Building (Building 189)
Come along to our first meeting of the semester! Everyone is welcome for any book-themed chats. + Free food!
Southbank Welcome Back
noon - 2pm
Wilin Gardens
Sweet treats and new faces to meet at Southbank.
Weekly Meeting!
1pm - 4pm
Building 260 Room L1 101A
A chill hangout with llama's (of the plushie variety), snacks and good vibes.
Crepes @ Cartes!
1:30pm - 3pm
Cartes Crepes Parkville Campus
Intro to MISC!
5:30pm - 7:30pm
PAR-160-G-G03-Evan Williams Theatrette
Winter Gam Jam Showcase Media Winter Games Showcase - Winter Game Jam
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Room 209, McCoy Building 200, Parkville, 3010
Come on down for an evening of games, games, and more games! Play games created in the Winter Game Jam and other side projects, and meet the teams behind these amazing games! 💪💪
ACYA: Winter Social Night
6pm - 8pm
PAR-189-G-G10-Market Hall
❄️ACYA Winter Social Night is back!
First Internals!
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Olds Arts

Wed 29th July

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Lighting Design
11am - 1pm
Guild Theatre, Level 2, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
🐷🌈 VSKS Coffee Meet
11am - 1pm
Carte Crepes
Come along to our coffee meet to have free coffee and crepes!!
Burnley Welcome Back
11:30am - 1pm
Burnley Student Hub (Building 908)
Your leafy home away from home is ready to welcome you back for semester 2.
Bee Hotel Workshop
noon - 2pm
Market Hall, Building 168, Level 1, Room 101
Bee hotel workshop with @beesandblossoms.aus
Optics Lab Tour
1pm - 2pm
Level 5, David Caro Building (opposite the lifts)
Blink and you'll miss it! Get a tour of the School of Physics Optics lab, connect with current researchers and learn what cutting-edge physics is happening right on campus! This event has a 20 person capacity, and places are first-come first-serve.
CABS Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Lab Tour
3pm - 5pm
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Join us for an exclusive laboratory tour at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, where you’ll gain an inside look at cutting-edge immunology and cancer research
Honours & Masters Information Session
3pm - 4pm
The Spot 1022
Honours & Masters Info Session @ The Spot 1022
Swifties Sem 2 Yochi Catch Up
3pm - 4pm
Yochi Carlton, 194 Faraday Street, Carlton
Come celebrate the start of sem 2 with us at Yochi with 20% off for all UMSS members! 🍦✨💖 We can't wait to catch up and hear about what you got up to over the break!
Politics in the Pub: Welcome
5pm - 8pm
Ida Bar
Come check out what the Greens' club is all about, at the Ida Bar (Level 1 of Building 168) for our first pub night of Semester 2! Members and non-members are more than welcome, we'd love to see you there :)
Welcome Week Games Night
5pm - 7pm
Old Quadrangle
The start of a fabulous new Semester! What better way to begin than to sit down and have a laugh with your friends, playing board games and snacking. We hope to introduce ourselves to any new members and keep yapping to old members, making a chill st
Beginner's Workshop Part 1
5:30pm - 7:30pm
G20, Old Howard Florey Laboratories
get ready for the first workshop of the semester! whether you have zero coding experience or just want to learn something new, our two-part Beginner’s Workshop Series is perfect for you! 🌟
Hanfu Association Orientation Session
6pm - 8pm
Room 213, Kwong Lee Dow Building 234 Queensberry St, Parkville VIC 3053
Experience the beauty of Hanfu.
SiiF Welcome Night
6pm - 9pm
Queensberry Hotel, 593 Swanston St, Carlton
Welcome Night is the perfect opportunity to meet the team, connect with like-minded students, and learn more about SiiF. Whether you're interested in investing, looking to make new friends or simply curious about the club, we'd love to see you there!
Week 1 Screening
6pm - 8:30pm
Arts West Room 353, Interactive Cinema Space
Welcome Bar Night
6pm - 9pm
The Clyde Hotel
Our classic SHAPS welcome bar night is here! We can't wait to celebrate a new semester with you all.

Thu 30th July

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Safe Food Handling (Level 1) Training - Clubs & Societies
10:30am - 3:30pm
Student Kitchen - Level 4, Student Pavillion
Training for Level 1 Safe Food Handling Certificate
Join StAMPS for our week 1 BBQ - Enjoy a free sausage sizzle with vegan, GF & halal options + an opportunity to make new friends! StAMPS BBQ
noon - 1:30pm
Peter Hall Courtyard
Enjoy a free sausage sizzle with vegan, GF & halal options + an opportunity to make new friends!
Sub7iyeh with MULSS!
noon - 2pm
South Lawn
Come have mini manaeesh and chill with MULSS at south lawn!
Technical Drop-Ins
2pm - 4pm
Guild Theatre, Level 2, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
ESSS Week 1 Welcome Pub Night
5pm - 9pm
The Clyde Hotel
Kick Off the Semester, Pint in Hand! 🍻
FAMAS Speed Friending
5pm - 7pm
PAR-189-G-G01-Activity G01
Join FAMAS Speed Friending for a relaxed session of fun prompts and low-pressure activities designed to help you meet people who share your passions - and just get it.
House of Peace ( week 1 )
5pm - 7pm
Law building, room 223
MUR: Meet the Team
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Prince Alfred Carlton
Meet the Team is your chance to connect with the Melbourne University Racing team. Come and chat with members, learn about Formula SAE and find out how you can get involved!
Pub Night
5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Clyde Hotel, 385 Cardigan St, Carlton VIC 3053
Looking to accelerate your social life and meet some new friends? Come and join us as we kick off the start of the semester with a stellar social night, great conversations and free drinks!
Rock and Metal Trivia
5:30pm - 8pm
Old Physics (Building 128) Jim Potter Room
Labor Club Pub Trivia
6pm - 8pm
DM @unimelb_laborclub on instagram
Labor Club Pub Trivia
MUNS Welcome Night
6pm - 8:30pm
Queensberry Hotel
Free drinks, IR trivia, prizes, and a chance to meet the MUNS community!
Welcome Back Pub Night
6pm - 9pm
Green Man's Arms, Carlton
To welcome new and seasoned members to Semester 2, EA Unimelb will be hosting a pub night at Green Man's Arms on 418 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053. Join us for an evening of drinks and great discussions. Bring your friends, no RSVP required!
Oliver!
7pm - 9:40pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)
Commencement Dinner
8:30pm - 11:30pm

Fri 31st July

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Cosy milk and cookies 🍪
11am - 12:30pm
South Lawn
Welcome back for Semester 2! Come join CAKE Club for free cookies and milk (whole milk and oat milk available).
Getting Started with Robogals Melbourne
1pm - 3pm
Market Hall Room G02
Want to empower the next generation in STEM? Join Robogals for our Get Started event! No experience needed! 📅 Fri, July 31, 1 PM - 3 PM 📍 Market Hall G02 Come for training, meet the team, enjoy free boba and food! Drop in and start your journey!
MUE weekly gaming
2pm - 5pm
PAR-183-G-G20-COLLABORATIVE LEARNING SPACE
MUE'S weekly gaming session
Week 1 Screening - Brazil (1985)
3pm - 6:30pm
Lowe Theatre, Redmond Barry (Building 115)
Welcome Party Semester 2
3:30pm - 7pm
Market Hall Activity Room 101
Join us to kickstart our first mahjong session of the semester! Free snacks and light food provided!
Card Crew Weekly Meetup
4pm - 7pm
PAR-189-G-G01-Activity G01
Join Card Crew's weekly meetup! Learn and play card games such as Big 2, Poker, and Uno. We have pizza and drinks each week, so come down to have fun!
Beach Pub night!
5pm - 9pm
Queensbury Hotel Beer Garden
Welcome back! Come and join us for a drink in the Queensbury Beer Garden to kick off the semester!
Urban Collective - Start of Semester 2 Winter Social (SOSS)
5pm - 7pm
Building 1888 courtyard, Parkville campus, University of Melbourne, VIC.
Start of Semester 2 Winter Social: Come have a hot chocolate, stay for the company, and enjoy a cosy winter afternoon! An opportunity to meet new friends, register or renew the UC membership, and have a good time.
Week 1 - Social and Games Night
5pm - 8:30pm
St. Mary's College, West Hall
Week 1 Pizza + Games Night
5pm - 7:30pm
Russell Love Theatre
Celebrate the start of the semester with some board & video games and free pizza - on the house!
Winter Welcome Night
5pm - 9:30pm
PAR-263-L2-219-Q219
TGS Welcome to the Table
5:15pm - 9:30pm
McCoy Building (Exact rooms TBA)
Welcome to the Table is an event for board gamers of all experience levels. Whether you've literally never held a deck of cards before in your life, or have been playing boardgames since you were born, everyone's welcome!
Games Night
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Alan Gilbert Building (Room G18, G20, G21)
WINTER GAME NIGHT IS HERE!! Spend the evening with us for a cozy night full of board games, card games, and most importantly, memories 😝❄️!!
Game Jam 2026 Media GMC Game Jam 2026
31st July 5:30pm - 4th August 11:59pm
Malaysian Theater, Glyn Davis Building
game jam for aspiring creators across all fields! Whether you want to build friendships through our community or craft a standout portfolio piece, this is the ultimate event to team up, build cool games, and connect with industry reps! 🌟
Apollo Welcome Night
6pm - 9pm
Market Hall (Building 189)
Come along to Apollo’s Welcome Night! Free for members and non-members, this is an opportunity to make new friends, enjoy free pizzas, learn more about our club, and have a fulfilling friday evening!
OCF Welcome Night (Free Dinner!)
6pm - 9pm
Room G20, Old Howard Florey Laboratories Building (PAR-183)
Come to our Welcome Night for FREE DINNER! Meet new friends, have exciting conversations, and have delicious food before the semester begins! Everyone is welcome! Follow @muocf to stay updated!
Welcome Back Night Semester 2
6pm - 8pm
200 Berkeley St, Carlton (Prac room 106/107)
Combined Caregroup
6:30pm - 8:30pm
FBE Prest Theatre
Join us for a combined caregroup where we have dinner and learn about the Bible (only twice the merriment)!
Oliver!
7pm - 9:40pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)

Sat 1st August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Game Jam 2026 Media GMC Game Jam 2026
31st July 5:30pm - 4th August 11:59pm
Malaysian Theater, Glyn Davis Building
game jam for aspiring creators across all fields! Whether you want to build friendships through our community or craft a standout portfolio piece, this is the ultimate event to team up, build cool games, and connect with industry reps! 🌟
Ballarat Tram No. 38 travelling between Zoo Drive and St. Aidan's Drive Ballarat Excursion
9:30am - 5:30pm
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Come and join us on a return V/Line trip to Ballarat, to visit the Ballarat Tramway Museum and see the beautiful Lake Wendouree in a day trip excursion along with fellow transportation enthusiasts.
Weekly Worship Service
10am - 1pm
FBE Prest Theatre & room 205
Join us for our weekly worship service to learn more about Jesus!
Oliver!
1pm - 3:40pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)
Welcome Show - Card & Mind Society Welcome Show
3pm - 5pm
Building 189 - PAR-189-L1-101-Activity 101
Start your semester with a little magic!
Bar Night
5pm - 8pm
191 Grattan St, Carlton VIC 3053
Come meet us at our Bar Night at Prince Alfreds! enter a competition to win coffee vouchers at Standing Room Carlton!! Also have a chance to get featured in our OOTD reels! 📍 Prince Alfreds Hotel, 191 Grattan St 🕐 Saturday 1st Aug, 5pm - 8pm
Oliver!
7pm - 9:40pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)

Sun 2nd August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Game Jam 2026 Media GMC Game Jam 2026
31st July 5:30pm - 4th August 11:59pm
Malaysian Theater, Glyn Davis Building
game jam for aspiring creators across all fields! Whether you want to build friendships through our community or craft a standout portfolio piece, this is the ultimate event to team up, build cool games, and connect with industry reps! 🌟

Mon 3rd August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Game Jam 2026 Media GMC Game Jam 2026
31st July 5:30pm - 4th August 11:59pm
Malaysian Theater, Glyn Davis Building
game jam for aspiring creators across all fields! Whether you want to build friendships through our community or craft a standout portfolio piece, this is the ultimate event to team up, build cool games, and connect with industry reps! 🌟
Diversity in Physics Coffee Catch Up
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Castro's Kiosk, David Caro Building
Looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow physics enthusiasts over free hot beverages? Join us at the Diversity in Physics coffee catch ups every even week Monday! Open to all postgrads, undergrads and academics interested in physics!
CU Monday Nights
5:15pm - 7:30pm
Latham Theatre, Redmond Barry
Monday Maker Meetups Media Monday Maker Meetup
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room 158, Chemistry Building West Wing (Building 153)
A weekly hangout to chill, talk about games, work on/show our progress on games we’re making, and have fun!
MUCSS 2026 AGM
5:30pm - 7pm
Room 420, Kwong Lee Dow
Inviting all members to join us this AGM to have a say in the future of the Melbourne University Cambodian Student Society.
Urban Design Forum x Urban Collective panel
6pm - 8:30pm
Malaysian Theatre, MSD Building. B121 (Basement level)
Urban Design Form (UDF) collaboration with the Urban Collective event. Hear exciting
WiSE SGM
6:15pm - 7:15pm
CAINZ AGM
6:30pm - 7:30pm
FBE 210,

Tue 4th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Game Jam 2026 Media GMC Game Jam 2026
31st July 5:30pm - 4th August 11:59pm
Malaysian Theater, Glyn Davis Building
game jam for aspiring creators across all fields! Whether you want to build friendships through our community or craft a standout portfolio piece, this is the ultimate event to team up, build cool games, and connect with industry reps! 🌟
Weekly Workshop
10am - 12:30pm
Book Club Week 2 Meeting
noon - 2pm
Room G02, Market Hall Building (Building 189)
Come along to our Week 2 meeting! Everyone is welcome for any book-themed chats. + Free food!
PEP Croissants + SGM!
1:30pm - 3pm
Alan Gilbert Building Room 101
RAMS DIY Merch Session
2pm - 5pm
Building 189, Room G02
Week 2 Pub Night
5:30pm - 8pm
Clyde Hotel 385 Cardigan St, Carlton VIC 3053

Wed 5th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Bake Sale for Democracy, Justice, Sustainability & Peace!
10am - noon
South Lawn
Come along and try some tasty baked goods, while supporting a good cause. Vote with your money to support groups that uphold the Greens' pillars of Grassroots Democracy, Social Justice, Ecological Sustainability and Peace & Non-violence.
Undergraduate Mixer
1pm - 2pm
Laby Ideas Centre, David Caro Building
Keen to find out who's in your physics classes? Want to get some advice from students in other years? Connect with your physics cohort at the Laby IDEAS Centre and get a slice of physics fun with social chats, free pizza and board games!
Sustainable Succulents & Upcycling Glass Jars Workshop
2pm - 4pm
Arts Lab (Level 1 of the Arts & Cultural Building)
Paint glass jars & plant mini seedlings inside + FREE SNACKS + FREE EVENT :)) You bring the vibes.
R Workshop
4:30pm - 6:30pm
The Spot 5013
R Workshop @ The Spot 5013
Beginner W_acking Course
6pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus

Thu 6th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Medieval Mystic Poetry: Ecstatic Nature
1pm - 3pm
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
Join poet Manisha Anjali and artist and writer Mel Deerson on Thursday 6 August, 1-3pm for a workshop on the ecstatic nature of two medieval women mystic poets. RSVP now!
Noche de Bienvenida - Welcome Night
5pm - 9pm
Workshop Bar
🍹✨ Noche de Bienvenida✨🍹 Welcome back to campus with a night full of good vibes, new friendships, and a taste of Hispanic culture!
Cantonese Class 1
6pm - 8pm
MUE WELCOME NIGHT
6pm - 9pm
GIC esports internet cafe
MUE'S semester 2 welcome night
⭐️📰🛳️ M-ASS PRESENTS: NEWS CRUISE 🛳️📰⭐
6:30pm - 11pm
131 Harbour Esplanade
The biggest headline of the semester is here... Grab your crew, clear your schedule, and get ready to set sail for a night of unforgettable memories aboard News Cruise !! 🌊🗞️
UMSS x UHT 'So it's gonna be forever...Taylor and Friends karaoke'!
6:30pm - 9pm
Union House Theatre, Arts & Cultural Building
Calling all Swifties, shower singers, and karaoke superstars—this is your time to shine! Whether you're ready to belt out Love Story, or surprise everyone with your favourite pop, rock, indie, or Disney anthem - the mic is yours!

Fri 7th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Breakfast with ASA
10am - noon
Level 4, Student Pavilion, Building 162, Parkville Campus.
Breakfast with ASA!
MUE weekly gaming
2pm - 5pm
PAR-183-G-G20-COLLABORATIVE LEARNING SPACE
MUE's weekly gaming session
Week 2 Screening - TBA
3pm - 6:30pm
Card Crew Weekly Meetup
4pm - 7pm
PAR-189-G-G02-Activity G02
Join Card Crew's weekly meetup! Learn and play card games such as Big 2, Poker, and Uno. We have pizza and drinks each week, so come down to have fun!
Mahjong Weekly Meetup
4pm - 7pm
Market Hall Activity Rooms
Join us for weekly mahjong! Check our location and times on our instagram @wom_unimelb - Snacks provided, beginners always welcome:)
Southbank Women's Self-Defence Classes
4pm - 5pm
871-G01 Red 1
Free Self-Defence classes for Southbank Women! Select Fridays from 4-5pm on campus!
TGS Intro to D&D
4:45pm - 9:30pm
David Caro (Exact Room TBA)
Our semesterly event for all beginners to DnD. Come along to learn how to play, make some friends, and go on your first adventure together! Food and drink will be included.
OCF Corporate
6pm - 9pm
David P Derham Theatre, Law Building
Come join us for a time of worship and Bible Study...and supper afterwards!! We are a Christ-centred community that journeys in life together, so we'd love to have you with us too!
ASOC Welcome Dinner
6:30pm - 8:30pm
FBE Prest Theatre
Join us for our welcome dinner and get to know our club!
Poker Tournament Round 1
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sidney Myer Asia Centre
CASA, MUNSS & SPSS Present: Annual Ball 2026 - Night at the Museum
7pm - 11pm
Melbourne Museum, Carlton
CASA, MUNSS and SPSS are delighted to invite you to our Annual Ball - returning for our second joint celebration, and promising our most magical night yet.

Sat 8th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Melbourne Pro-Am [Touranment[
8th August 10am - 9th August 5:30pm
Arts West
Melbourne's Largest Inperson debating comp!
Weekly Worship Service
10am - 1pm
FBE Prest Theatre & room 205
Join us for our weekly worship service to learn more about Jesus!

Sun 9th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Call for Applications | Unfolding: an Art Writers Group
27th July noon - 9th August noon
Arts Lab, Level 1, Arts & Cultural Building, (Building 159) University of Melbourne
The George Paton Gallery will host a fortnightly workshop series, Unfolding:, throughout Semester 2 for emerging art writers, critics and artists. Participants will respond to the theme "The State of the Arts", developing a new piece of writing for p
Melbourne Pro-Am [Touranment[
8th August 10am - 9th August 5:30pm
Arts West
Melbourne's Largest Inperson debating comp!

Mon 10th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
CU Monday Nights
5:15pm - 7:30pm
Latham Theatre, Redmond Barry
Acting for Theatre
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
Monday Maker Meetups Media Monday Maker Meetup
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Room 158, Chemistry Building West Wing (Building 153)
A weekly hangout to chill, talk about games, work on/show our progress on games we’re making, and have fun!

Tue 11th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Book Club Week 3 Meeting
noon - 2pm
Room 101, Market Hall Building (Building 189)
Come along to our Week 3 meeting! Everyone is welcome for any book-themed chats. + Free food!

Wed 12th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
A.S.S. & MASS Poker Night
6pm - 10pm
The Promenade
ASS & MASS Poker Night @ The Promenade Docklands
Beginner W_acking Course
6pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
Pub Trivia
6pm - 9pm
The Clyde Hotel, 385 Cardigan St, Carlton VIC 3053
Calling all Histoy Buffs!! Are you overly confident in your ability to guarantee your team victory? What about your to answer common to niche history facts? Join us at the Clyde Hotel on Wednesday the 12th!!

Thu 13th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
House of Peace ( week 3 )
5pm - 7pm
Law building, room 223
Trivia Night
6:30pm - 9pm
Clyde Hotel 385 Cardigan St, Carlton VIC 3053
Classic pub trivia, but with a STEAM twist! Join us for a night of questions and hopefully correct answers Free drinks and Hot Chips included, bring your friends!
A Chorus Line
7pm - 9pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)

Fri 14th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
Week 3 Screening - TBA
3pm - 6:30pm
Mahjong @ Ida Bar
5pm - 7pm
Ida Bar
Join us for night mahjong at Ida Bar! Snacks provided, beginners always welcome:)
Sanguosha(汉服三国杀局)
5pm - 8pm
TBA
Play the famous Chinese tabletop game Sanguosha.
Poker Tournament Round 2
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sidney Myer Asia Centre
A Chorus Line
7pm - 9pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)

Sat 15th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.
A Chorus Line
7pm - 9pm
Union House Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Culture Building (159)

Sun 16th August

2026 UMSU Art Prize: Entries Now Open
6th July midnight - 16th August midnight
The UMSU Art Prize returns in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of artistic talent and creative labour in Australian student unionism. Entries close Sunday 16 August, midnight.

Mon 17th August

Diversity in Physics Coffee Catch Up
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Castro's Kiosk, David Caro Building
Looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow physics enthusiasts over free hot beverages? Join us at the Diversity in Physics coffee catch ups every even week Monday! Open to all postgrads, undergrads and academics interested in physics!
CU Monday Nights
5:15pm - 7:30pm
Latham Theatre, Redmond Barry
Acting for Theatre
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus

Tue 18th August

CAKE Club AGM
noon - 2pm
TBC
CAKE Club AGM (with snacks provided)
Directing for Theatre
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus

Wed 19th August

Beginner W_acking Course
6pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus

Thu 20th August

Cantonese Class 2
6pm - 8pm

Fri 21st August

Week 4 Screening - TBA
3pm - 6:30pm
Mahjong Weekly Meetup
4pm - 7pm
Market Hall Activity Rooms
Join us for weekly mahjong! Check our location and times on our instagram @wom_unimelb - Snacks provided, beginners always welcome:)
Poker Tournament Round 3
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sidney Myer Asia Centre

Mon 24th August

CU Monday Nights
5:15pm - 7:30pm
Laby Theatre, David Caro
Acting for Theatre
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
Amnesty UniMelb Workshop: How To Be An Active Citizen
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Arts West Building, Forum Theatre, Level 1
Event to discuss how to be an active citizen and stand up for human rights in every day life, as part of Amnesty UniMelb's Human Rights Initiatives.

Wed 26th August

Beginner W_acking Course
6pm - 7:30pm
Rehearsal Room, Level 3, Arts & Cultural Building (bldg. 159), Parkville Campus
Annual General Meeting
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Forum Theatre, Arts West
Want to have your say in the next History Society committee? Or even be IN the next History Society committee? Join us for our Annual General Meeting!!

Thu 27th August

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