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What are Gig Buddies Group Social Events?
Gig Buddies group social events are hosted by the GB team so that all signed-up participants and volunteers in the Gig Buddies project can catch up and do fun stuff in a group setting.
Monthly group social events are held all over Metro Sydney and Central Coast.
The main focus of the Gig Buddies project is to "buddy-up" participants and volunteers so they can catch up and go to their own events together.
Gig Buddies group social events are a "bonus" way for participants to meet people and socialise.
All group social events are run as "not-for-profit".
Participants only pay for a group social event if they need to cover the cost of admission tickets, venue hire and/or catering.
Group social events are included* as part of being in the Gig Buddies project.
* participants pay for their own food and drinks (unless a catered event)
What: Gig Buddies festive party
Where: Universal Sydney, 85-91 Oxford St, Darlinghurst 2010 (see map below)
Tell me about the gig: O come all ye faithful!
Join us for one final time in 2025 as we celebrate the end of another year.
Expect a night of festive cheer and plenty of party classics. Whether you’re based in Sydney or on the Central Coast, we invite you to join us for our Christmas gathering.
Hosts: The entire team will be on hand: Aylin (0466 389 961), Bec (0411 252 228), Carol (0412 487 959), Lara (0478 045 121), Matthew (0402 708 814) Tony (0466 388 027) and Charlotte ( 0403 184 404 )
When: Thursday 27 November
What time does the party start? 6pm
What time does it end? 9pm
Meeting spot: Inside the venue (see image below)
Tell me about the entertainment: Silent Disco!! Back by popular demand, we're going silent for this year's festive shindig!
That's right, we'll be partying to the sounds of a silent disco.
You'll get a pair of headphones for the night with multiple channels of great music on offer! YOU choose the tunes!
We'll then round the night off with a live DJ set (no headphones). Expect plenty of bangers and the odd Christmas remix.
And no Gig Buddies' party is complete without our usual door prizes.
👕 And, for those wanting to snap up a last minute Christmas present, exclusive Gig Buddies merchandise will be on sale! To see our latest range, click here.
Tell me about the food: In our attempts to keep costs to a minimum, Gig Buddies will not be providing food at this year's party.
Instead, on the night attendees can order and pay for their own food from the venue. Check out the following link to see what's on offer: https://www.universal.sydney/welcome/eat-drink-mfb5e
Alternatively, attendees can grab a bite to eat at any number of nearby food outlets (Oxford Street has plenty to offer).
How do I get there? Universal Sydney is approximately a 10 minute walk from Museum Train Station, and buses frequently run along Oxford Street and surrounding streets.
Due to limited parking options, we recommend attendees either travel via public transport or catch taxis/Ubers.
For more information on public transport options and times, load up the following link: https://transportnsw.info/
How will I get home? Please load up the same link - https://transportnsw.info - for suitable options on how to get home.
Please note, transports to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are required to make their own way to and from the venue.
Parking options: For those wanting to drive, secure parking can be found at Goulburn Street, Sydney Car Park - approximately a 10 minute walk from Universal Sydney.
The flat-rate fee for parking after 5pm is $15. For more information, load up this link: https://www.secureparking.com.au/en-au/car-parks/australia/nsw/goulburn-street-sydney-car-park/
Can my support worker attend for free? Yes
Dress code: Casual
What else do I need to bring?
- Money for purchasing food and drinks (debit card)
- ID. No ID, no entry
- Don’t forget your Opal card if catching public transport
- Phone for pictures and finding staff
- Mask and sanitiser if you wish
- Please note, no ticket will be issued when purchasing your ticket. Instead, Gig Buddies' staff will check off names upon arrival.
I have a question: If you’re unsure about something get in touch with us via email info@gigbuddiessydney.org or via Facebook Messenger
How do I join? Register by getting a ticket from this page (click 'add to bag' in the top right hand corner and enter your details)
Please note:
- Attendees must bring ID.
- Gig Buddies staff will be in attendance, but will not be on hand to provide individual support.
- Getting there: Transport to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are responsible for making their own way to and from the venue.
- Getting home: Gig Buddies staff may help attendees with catching public transport, taxis or Ubers home - up until 30 minutes after the scheduled end; Gig Buddies staff are unable to assist attendees who remain at the venue beyond this time.
- Attendees do not need to be paired with a gig buddy to join us. All signed up participants with a current service agreement or volunteers who have completed compliance are welcome to join us.
- COVID-19: If you’re feeling unwell we ask that you do not attend.
- Participants who require extra support must let the Gig Buddies team know if they will be bringing along a support worker or family member to an event. Thank you.
*** Gig Buddies socials are for signed up participants, supports and volunteers of the project. If you are not a "gig buddy", but would like to join, click here ***
Let's Chat!!
Find out more about the project or just join in the Chat with people from the Sydney and Central Coast projects
05/09/2024 | THURSDAY | 4PM | What is your favourite sport? |
03/10/2024 | THURSDAY | 4PM | What TV shows have you been watching recently? |
07/11/2024 | THURSDAY | 4PM | What are your plans for the festive season? |
05/12/2024 | THURSDAY | 4PM | What have you enjoyed most about 2024? |
*Chats are facilitated by a Gig Buddies staff member
* only available at times listed above