Linguas Australia is a relaxed weekly language exchange and social event for international students, English learners, travellers, locals and people who are new to Melbourne.
You do not need perfect English. You do not need to bring friends. Just come to the reception table, say hello, and we will help you join a conversation.
Moving to Melbourne can be exciting, but it can also be lonely at first. Many international students arrive with the same problem: they want to practise English, meet people outside class, and find something social to do after study.
Linguas is built for that exact situation. It is a casual language exchange where people can practise languages, meet new friends, and join a friendly community without the pressure of a formal class.
Speak naturally with locals, other students and people from many different countries.
Meet people outside your school, university, workplace or usual friend group.
Many people come by themselves. That is completely normal at Linguas.
Join a social community in the CBD and find other events, friends and activities.
Linguas is not a classroom and it is not a formal networking event. It is a social space where conversation is the activity.
You can practise English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, French and other languages depending on who attends that night.
The event is designed to make it easier to start conversations, especially if you are shy or new to Melbourne.
Our weekly events are in central Melbourne, making them easy to reach after class, work or university.
You can arrive alone. We have a reception table and hosts who can help you settle in.
It feels more like a casual social night than a class. You can stay for a short time or the whole event.
Meet people from Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Colombia, Mexico, Chile, Europe, Australia and many other places.
The event is simple. You do not need to prepare anything.
Come during the event time. You can arrive at the start or later in the evening.
Tell us if you want to practise English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese or another language.
We help you find a group. Then you can talk, listen, ask questions and meet new people naturally.
Linguas currently runs weekly language exchange and social events in Melbourne CBD. Always check the official event links before coming, as venues or times can occasionally change.
Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. A relaxed language exchange and social night in Melbourne CBD.
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm at Melbourne Central, Level 3.
Entry is usually $3.50 or a purchase at the bar, depending on the event and venue.
Coming for the first time is normal. Most people are new at some point.
Yes. Many people come alone. Come to the reception table and we can help you find a group or table.
No. Linguas is for practice. You can come with beginner, intermediate or advanced English.
No. Students, English learners, working holiday makers, locals, travellers and people new to Melbourne are welcome.
No. It is a social language exchange. There is no teacher, exam or formal lesson. It is conversation-based.
English is common, and depending on the night you may also find Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, French and other languages.
Use the official Linguas links page or Instagram @Linguas.AU before attending.