Linguas: Melbourne’s Language Exchange and Social Night .
Join Linguas, a weekly language exchange in Melbourne for locals, international students, travellers and people who want to meet new friends. Practise languages through real conversations at relaxed Melbourne CBD social events.
Tuesdays at Father’s Office QV • Thursdays at Asian Beer Café • Saturdays at Alfie’s Bar
One community, many ways to connect
Linguas is one of several Melbourne event brands under Intermingle Australia. Our wider network includes language exchange, gaming socials, thought experiment events, cultural parties and community collaborations — reaching 34,000+ people across Instagram, Meetup, Facebook and Eventbrite.
Recognised as a Top Organizer on Eventbrite and Meetup, Linguas runs some of Melbourne’s most active recurring language exchange and social events.
Linguas
Weekly Melbourne language exchange and social nights for locals, internationals and travellers.
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Learn more about the wider group at intermingle.au.
Linguas no longer runs events at Diesel Bar
Linguas Australia no longer runs events at Diesel Bar. Diesel Bar was one of our previous venues. Our official Linguas Language Exchange & Social events have now moved to new Melbourne CBD venues.
The current official Linguas events are:
- Tuesdays: Father’s Office QV, 249 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Thursdays: Asian Beer Café, Level 3 Melbourne Central, 211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Saturdays: Alfie’s Bar, 167 Franklin Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 — social games and international party from 6pm until late
For official Linguas updates, tickets, venues, and social links, always use linguas.com.au/links or follow @linguas.au.
Who comes to Linguas?
Our events bring together locals, internationals, students and travellers from across Melbourne. The top five represented groups currently make up around 60% of attendees.
Everyone is welcome — you do not need to be from one of these countries to join.
Meet People in Melbourne, Make Friends, and Join a Language Exchange
Looking to meet people in Melbourne, find friends in Melbourne, or join a genuine language exchange Melbourne event? Linguas Australia brings together locals, internationals, students, backpackers, travellers, and people who are new to Melbourne in a relaxed and social setting.
Whether you want to practise English, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, French, Korean, Mandarin, or simply talk to new people, our events are designed to make it easy to connect. If you are searching for ways to make friends in Melbourne, discover things to do in Melbourne at night, or join a Melbourne meetup with real energy, this is the place.
Our Linguas Language Exchange & Social nights run weekly on Tuesdays at Father’s Office QV and Thursdays at Asian Beer Café from 6pm to 10pm, plus Saturdays at Alfie’s Bar from 6pm until late. Linguas no longer runs events at Diesel Bar; Diesel Bar was a previous venue.
First time at Linguas? Here is how to join
Linguas is designed for people who want to meet people in Melbourne without needing to arrive with a group. Come alone, bring a friend, or invite someone who is new to Melbourne.
Pick a night
Choose Tuesday at Father’s Office QV, Thursday at Asian Beer Café, or Saturday at Alfie’s Bar.
Book or RSVP
Use the Eventbrite links below so you have the latest event and venue details.
Find the host table
When you arrive, come to reception, collect your wristband and ask where to start.
Start talking
Practise English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Spanish or simply meet new people.
Helpful guides before you come
Start with the page that matches what you are looking for. These guides explain what Linguas is, where to go, and how to join our Melbourne community.
Language Exchange Melbourne
Practise English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Spanish and more at relaxed weekly Linguas events.
Social guideMake Friends in Melbourne
For locals, internationals, workers, backpackers and students looking for an easy social event.
NewcomersNew to Melbourne?
A first-timer guide for people who want to meet people, practise English and find community.
Latest Video Shorts
Tiny stories from Linguas — quick looks at the vibe, the people, and the chaos in 60 seconds or less.
See more on our channel: youtube.com/@LinguasAustralia
Linguas Saturday International Party
Mingle early. Party late.
Our Saturday event takes the international atmosphere of Linguas and turns up the energy. Come early to meet locals, international students, travellers and people from around the world, join the games, and stay as the music gets louder and the night becomes a party.
Upcoming Linguas Events
Choose from our Tuesday and Thursday language exchange socials or the more energetic Saturday international party at Alfie’s Bar. Upcoming dates load automatically from Eventbrite.
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Special Events & Other Interests
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Why people come to Linguas
Meet people in Melbourne
One of the easiest ways to meet locals, internationals, students, backpackers, and travellers in a social environment.
Find friends in Melbourne
Whether you are new in town or just want a stronger social circle, Linguas makes it easy to start conversations that actually go somewhere.
Join a real language exchange Melbourne event
Practise English and other languages naturally while enjoying Melbourne nightlife, culture, and a friendly atmosphere.
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People and places we work with
Linguas is built through venues, schools, social groups and community partners across Melbourne. These are some of the organisations and venues connected with our events and wider community.
Want to collaborate with Linguas, Respawn, Thought Experiment or another Intermingle Australia event? Contact us through our official links.
Locations
Linguas now runs three distinct weekly experiences across Melbourne CBD: relaxed language exchange on Tuesday and Thursday, and a more energetic international party on Saturday.
Father’s Office QV
249 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
6pm–10pm · Language exchange & social
Asian Beer Café
Level 3, Melbourne Central, 211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
6pm–10pm · Larger language exchange & social
Alfie’s Bar
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
6pm until late · Games, karaoke & international party
Looking for ways to make friends in Melbourne?
Many people search for ways to meet people in Melbourne, find friends in Melbourne, or join social events where it is easy to start talking to others. Linguas was built for exactly that.
Unlike a typical bar night, our events give people a reason to talk. Language exchange breaks the ice naturally, and the social atmosphere makes it easy to keep conversations going. That is why Linguas attracts locals, internationals, exchange students, backpackers, digital nomads, travellers, and anyone looking for a better social life in Melbourne.
So whether you searched for language exchange Melbourne, meetup Melbourne, meet internationals in Melbourne, make friends Melbourne, or things to do in Melbourne at night, you are in the right place.
FAQ – Linguas
What is Linguas?
Linguas is a weekly Melbourne Language Practice & Cultural Exchange social event in Melbourne CBD where internationals and locals practise English and other languages in a relaxed nightlife setting. It is also one of the best places to meet people in Melbourne and find friends in Melbourne through real conversation.
Where does Linguas run events?
Linguas now runs weekly Melbourne language exchange and social nights on Tuesdays at Father’s Office QV and Thursdays at Asian Beer Café. Tuesday and Thursday run from 6pm to 10pm; Saturday runs from 6pm until late.
What is the Saturday event at Alfie’s Bar?
Saturday is the more energetic, party-focused side of Linguas. Expect an international crowd, beer pong, karaoke, table tennis, Mario Kart, music and dancing from 6pm until late. Come early to mingle and join the games, then stay for the party.
Does Linguas still run events at Diesel Bar?
No. Linguas no longer runs events at Diesel Bar. Diesel Bar was a previous venue. The current official Linguas events are Tuesdays at Father’s Office QV, Thursdays at Asian Beer Café, and Saturdays at Alfie’s Bar. For the latest official links, use linguas.com.au/links or follow @linguas.au.
Is Linguas good for meeting new people in Melbourne?
Yes. Linguas is designed for people who want to meet new people in Melbourne, make friends, build confidence socially, and connect with locals, students, internationals, backpackers and travellers.
Do I need to speak another language?
No. Many people come mainly to socialise, meet people, and enjoy the atmosphere. You can practise English, learn a few words in another language, or simply join the conversations.
Which Instagram is the official Linguas account?
Our official Instagram is @linguas.au. For updates, stories, and reels from Linguas, always check @linguas.au.
Is Linguas part of a bigger group?
Yes. Linguas is part of the Intermingle Australia group, which also includes Sugar & Spice Nights, Thought Experiment, and Respawn: Gaming Social Club. To learn more about our other brands and events, visit intermingle.au.
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Linguas no longer runs events at Diesel Bar.