Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun | Halloween Queer Predrinks – Mel

Spooky sips, camp costumes, and cheeky chats before the night gets wild!
Dust off your favourite spooky outfit and join us for the ultimate Halloween warm-up! We are gathering for a cheeky catch-up before the eerie night takes over, making it the perfect low-pressure way to kick off your evening celebrations.
Whether you are serving full-on monster glam or just throwing on a casual pair of cat ears, you will fit right in. Grab a drink, settle into a cosy booth, and get ready for a night packed with chaotic queer energy, iconic looks, and good laughs.
Coming on your own? Do not even stress, babe – almost everyone arrives solo! Our host will be right near the entrance to greet you and break the ice, so you will walk in on your own and leave with a whole new gaggle of spooky pals.
Come solo. Come curious. Come exactly as you are.
THE DETAILS
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026
🕖 Time: 7:00 pm
📍 Venue: Albion Hotel Collingwood
🏠 Address: 314 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066
📸 Instagram: Tag us @thegaysocialclub
⚠️ MEMBERS-ONLY REMINDER
Members-only, no plus ones.
RSVPs close 7 days before the event (unless otherwise specified) or when the event reaches capacity. This allows us to confirm bookings with venues, finalise numbers, and deliver the best possible experience for everyone attending.
Please note: The check-in window for all Melbourne Gay Social Club events is 30 minutes from the advertised start time. Hosts are responsible for welcoming members, making introductions, and getting the event underway, so if you arrive significantly early or late they may not be available to check you in. Arriving within the check-in window helps ensure the best experience for both yourself and other members.
Your host’s contact number will be included in your event reminder email and should only be used on the day of the event if you need assistance locating the group or require support during the event. For all other enquiries, including bookings, cancellations, membership, or general support, please contact our Support Team via https://socialclubsupport.group/.
$10 no-show fee applies – Do not ghost us, babe – your spooky seat and chosen family are waiting!
💸 GOOD TO KNOW
RSVPing to this event is free as part of your membership, however any food, drinks, tickets, activities, transport, or venue costs are paid directly by attendees unless otherwise specified. We organise the vibes – you cover what you order.
📸 PHOTOS & VIDEOS
Our hosts may capture photos and videos throughout the event for use on our social media, website, and promotional materials. If you’d prefer not to appear in any content, simply let your host know when you check in and we’ll happily accommodate this.
⚠️ A QUICK NOTE
By attending this event, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk. Please take responsibility for your own safety, wellbeing, personal belongings, and decisions throughout the event. Melbourne Gay Social Club facilitates social experiences and community connections, but attendees remain responsible for their own conduct and participation.
♿ ACCESSIBILITY NOTE
We do not have venue accessibility details on file for this spot just yet. Please reach out to your host or support if you have specific access needs so we can check for you!
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Melbourne Gay Social Club acknowledges that our events take place on the traditional lands of First Nations peoples. We recognise their ongoing spiritual, social and cultural connections to land, waters and community. Sovereignty was never ceded. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.