Back to the Xchange
About the event
Back to the Xchange: The 40th Anniversary Celebration!
Step back in time and relive the magic!
For decades, the legendary Xchange Hotel was more than just a venue; it was a cultural institution, an innovator, a safe haven, a second home, and the absolute heartbeat of Melbourne’s iconic nightlife. Whether you called in for a knockoff after work, started your night on the town with Lucy, Candee, Barbra, Kerrie and so many others, or worked behind the bar keeping the good times rolling—this is your chance to turn back time.
We’re throwing open the vault of memories to celebrate our shared history and honour the legends who paved the way. From the legendary Beer Bust to Busty Broads, the Backyard BBQ and videos galore, we’re bringing back the magic!
Join us as we recreate the electric atmosphere that made the ‘X!’ truly unforgettable.
When: Sunday, November 29, kicking off from 4:00 PM
What: Celebrating our milestone 40th Anniversary
Where: The Peel, 46 Peel St, Collingwood
Dust off your high heels, gather up your crew, and join us as we go ‘Back to the Xchange’!
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via Stay22Budget hotel about 10 minutes' walk from Southern Cross Station, with an in-house bar and restaurant and billiards; reviews are mixed.
Mid-range hotel in a historic building on Little Collins Street, a few minutes' walk from Southern Cross Station.
Grand Victorian hotel from 1883 on Spring Street, opposite Victoria's Parliament House in Melbourne. Mainstream, five-star, gay-friendly.
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