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51�ԹϺ��— A Community for American Expats in Melbourne

Hello to all Americans in Melbourne! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Melbourne? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Melbourne which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Melbourne has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, 51�ԹϺ��is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the 51�ԹϺ��community. Within our international network in Melbourne, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love 51�ԹϺ��in Melbourne

30,940

members in Melbourne

1,268

American members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Connect at Our Events in Melbourne

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Melbourne. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Melbourne. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Melbourne.

Nordic Film Festival Opening Night

10. July 2026, 10:15

3 attendees

Exciting times!! 🎊 The Nordic Film Festival is coming to Melbourne to warm our hearts during Winter 💖 Come and join us for the Opening night of the Festival 🙂 There is no better time of the year to enjoy a cosy movie about some unique parts of our amazing world. This year's Opening night Film

Vive La France!

11. July 2026, 03:00

1 attendees

The Bastille Day French Festival returns to the iconic Queen Victoria Market. Join me to explore a wintry French town square right in the heart of Melbourne featuring a bustling market showcasing local French-Australian producers. Indulge in mouth-watering cuisine; think flaky croissants, meltin

‘Sundays’: Spanish & Latin American Film Festival (Centrepiece)

11. July 2026, 10:10

4 attendees

‘Sundays’ is this year’s Centrepiece at the Spanish and Latin American Film Festival. The quietly spellbinding new drama from rising Spanish writer/director Alauda Ruiz de Azúa (Lullaby), ‘Sundays’ deftly captures the rupture within a family after a young woman defies expectations with her chosen v

51�ԹϺ��Melbourne: Xmas in July @ Morris House

24. July 2026, 10:00

14 attendees

Melbourne Community, come join us for a Christmas in July celebration on the 24th of December... we mean, July! 🌲🧣😄 Christmas in July is a popular mid-year celebration that brings cozy, Northern Hemisphere-style festive cheer (like roast dinners, mulled wine, and festive lights) to the Australia

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Our Global Partners

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51�ԹϺ��Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!