Where does Linguas run events now?

Linguas runs language exchange and social nights on Tuesdays at Father’s Office QV and Thursdays at Asian Beer Café from 6pm to 10pm, plus a more party-focused Saturday event at Alfie’s Bar from 6pm until late.

Does Linguas still run at Diesel Bar?

No. Linguas no longer runs events at Diesel Bar. Diesel Bar was a previous venue.

What happens at the Linguas Saturday party?

The Saturday event at Alfie’s Bar is more party-focused than the Tuesday and Thursday events, with social games, beer pong, karaoke, table tennis, Mario Kart, music and dancing from 6pm until late.

Can I come to Linguas alone?

Yes. Many people come alone. New attendees can come to the host or reception table, collect a wristband and ask where to start.

What languages can I practise at Linguas?

People commonly practise English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and other languages, depending on who attends each week.

Looking for Linguas or searched for Lingos?

Our official name is Linguas Language Exchange & Social and our official website is linguas.com.au. People occasionally search for Linguas using spellings such as Lingos, Lingos Melbourne or Lingos language exchange. If you are looking for Linguas events in Melbourne, you are in the right place.

Volunteer with Linguas

Help build Melbourne’s international community.

Name: Linguas Saturday International Party at Alfie’s Bar
Location: Alfie’s Bar

Help welcome newcomers, support our events, create social content and make it easier for people from around Melbourne and around the world to connect in real life.

Apply to Volunteer See Volunteer Roles

Apply first Please wait for confirmation before attending.

5pm first session We brief first-time volunteers before guests arrive.

Food + drink Shared food and a drink are provided while helping.

Online + in person Social media participation is part of the role.

Before you apply

Volunteer spots are confirmed in advance

Please do not simply arrive and expect to volunteer. Our available roles change from event to event, so apply first and wait for us to contact you before coming in as a volunteer.

First-time volunteers usually arrive at 5pm.
We use the time before guests arrive to explain the venue, event flow and what we need help with.
We provide a drink and shared food.
This is a community volunteer role, but we want people helping us to feel looked after.

Social media participation is part of volunteering.
We may ask volunteers to tag @linguas.au, reshare relevant content and support event announcements.
Applying does not guarantee a spot.
We match people based on the event, availability, role requirements and where we actually need help.

Tuesday waitlist

Tuesday volunteer spots are currently closed

You can still select Tuesday Linguas – waitlist only on the form below, but please wait until we contact you before coming in. Thursday and special-event opportunities remain available depending on the week.

Ways to help

Find the kind of role that suits you

Different events need different kinds of help. You do not need experience in everything — tell us what you are good at and where you would feel comfortable helping.

Welcome & hosting

Greet guests, explain how the event works, help newcomers find the right area and make arriving alone feel less intimidating.

Language & social flow

Help people find conversations, language tables and other guests they can comfortably talk with.

Games & activities

Support social games, gaming nights, karaoke, party activities and smaller community events.

Photos, video & content

Capture moments from events and, where suitable, help with reels, interviews, photos and collaborative social content.

Language & country ambassador

Represent a language or country, collaborate on cultural content and help connect Linguas with your wider community.

General event support

Prefer to stay flexible? Help wherever the event needs it most, from setup and guest flow to activities and small practical tasks.

What we look for

Friendly, reliable and willing to get involved

You do not need professional event experience. The best volunteers are people who can be dependable, approachable and comfortable helping other people feel included.

Be reliable
If you accept a volunteer spot, arrive when agreed and let us know if plans change.
Be approachable
A large part of the role is helping people who may have arrived alone.
Support the community online
Follow Linguas on your main social accounts and help share relevant event content.
Bring your own strengths
Languages, cultural knowledge, hosting, photography, video, games or simply good people skills can all be useful.

Application

Volunteer application

Tell us a little about yourself and where you would like to help. We will contact you if there is a suitable volunteer opportunity.

Your details

Full name *

Email *

Phone / WhatsApp

Gender *

Languages spoken

Social media

Main platform *

Handle / profile link *

Social media participation is part of volunteering. Depending on the event, we may ask you to tag @linguas.au, reshare posts or support collaborative event content.

Where you would like to help

Event preference *

Tuesday volunteer spots are currently closed and are treated as waitlist applications.

Preferred volunteer role

Availability *

If this is your first volunteer session, we usually ask you to arrive at 5pm for an event briefing.

A little more about you

Relevant experience

Why would you like to volunteer?

Language & country ambassadors

Represent your community at Linguas

We are also looking for people who want to represent a language, country or cultural community within Linguas. This can go beyond helping at the event itself.

Ambassadors may collaborate with us on cultural posts, language content, short videos, community features and event promotions, while helping introduce Linguas to people in their own networks.

Apply as an Ambassador

Join the community

Help make someone’s first night easier

A good volunteer can be the difference between someone walking into a room alone and someone feeling like they belong there.

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