What are Gig Buddies Group Social Events?
Gig Buddies group social events are hosted by the GB team so that all signed-up participants* and volunteers in the Gig Buddies project can catch up and do fun stuff in a group setting.
Monthly group social events are held all over Metro Sydney and Central Coast.
* a Gig Buddies participant has mild to moderate learning disability and/or autism
The main focus of the Gig Buddies project is to "buddy-up" participants and volunteers so they can catch up and go to their own events together.
Gig Buddies group social events are a "bonus" way for participants to meet people and socialise.
All group social events are run as "not-for-profit".
Participants only pay for a group social event if they need to cover the cost of admission tickets, venue hire and/or catering.
Group social events are included* as part of being in the Gig Buddies project.
* participants pay for their own food and drinks (unless a catered event)
Click on our current Group Social Events (and Merch) below for more information
What: Join us for a fun and relaxing night at the the movies!
Where: Event Cinemas Campbelltown (located in Macarthur Square Shopping Centre). (see map below)
Tell me about the gig: We'll enjoy a movie together while snacking on some movie munchies. Bring your own snacks or purchase some from the cinema candy bar.
Host: Lara (0478 045 121)
*There will be one Gig Buddies staff member for up to 20 attendees (participants and volunteers combined). If you need extra support, please let us know if you plan on bringing a support worker/support person with you to this event.
When: Friday 13th December
What time do we meet? Evening movie (start time to be confirmed).
What time does it end? End time to be confirmed.
Meeting spot: We'll meet at the front of Event Cinemas
How do I get there? Event Cinemas is a short 1 minute walk from Macarthur train station. (Macarthur train station is directly next to the cinema).
Please load up this link to find the best way to get there: https://transportnsw.info
If you are driving, there is lots of parking onsite, located in the Macarthur Square carpark.
Food: You can choose to bring your own movie snacks, or you can purchase snacks from the Event Cinema candy bar.
Ticket prices:
$25 adult (standard seat)
$30 adult (recliner seat)
$27.60 student/concession (recliner seat)
$21.50 student/concession (standard seat)
* Prices listed above are for movies shown in the original cinema.
Movie ticket prices may increase slightly if viewed in V-Max theatre. We will confirm movie, movie time and ticket pricing a week prior to the event and will contact all buddies with this information.
We will purchase our tickets on the night. Please wait until everyone arrives to purchase your ticket to ensure that we get seats together.
Dress code:
Casual
What else do I need to bring?
- Money for purchasing your movie ticket
- Money for snacks and drinks (if you are not bringing your own snacks).
- ID
- Don’t forget your Opal card if catching public transport
- Phone for pictures and finding staff
- Mask and sanitiser if you wish
I have a question: If you’re unsure about something get in touch with us via email info@gigbuddiessydney.org, on Facebook Messenger or contact us via text or on either 0478 045 121 (Lara) or call us at the office: 02 9419 6951
How do I join? Register by getting a ticket from this page (click 'add to bag' in the top right hand corner and enter your details)
Please note:
- Attendees must bring ID.
- Gig Buddies staff will be in attendance, but will not be on hand to provide individual support.
- Getting there: Transport to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are responsible for making their own way to and from the venue.
- Getting home: Gig Buddies staff may help attendees with catching public transport, taxis or Ubers home - up until 30 minutes after the scheduled end; Gig Buddies staff are unable to assist attendees who remain at the venue beyond this time.
- Attendees do not need to be paired with a gig buddy to join us. All signed up participants with a current service agreement or volunteers who have completed compliance are welcome to join us.
- COVID-19: If you’re feeling unwell we ask that you do not attend.
- Participants who require extra support must let the Gig Buddies team know if they will be bringing along a support worker or family member to an event. Thank you.
*** Gig Buddies socials are for signed up participants, supports and volunteers of the project. If you are not a "gig buddy", but would like to join, click here ***
To register for a Group Social Event:
1. Click on the event you want to go to
2. Enter the number of tickets you like then click "add to bag" (many events are FREE!!!)
3. Click "Go to Checkout"
4. Enter your email address and agree to terms and conditions and click "Checkout"
5. Enter your details and click "Place Order"
* you must be a registered Gig Buddies participant with an active Service Agreement or a registered volunteer.
** if you do not sign-up (register) for an event, you will not be able to attend.
*** Places are limited
Chat with other buddies - times below
03/10/2024 | THURSDAY | 4pm | What TV shows have you been watching recently? |
07/11/2024 | THURSDAY | 4pm | What are your plans for the festive season? |
05/12/2024 | THURSDAY | 4pm | What have you enjoyed most in 2024? |
*Chats are hosted by a Gig Buddies staff member
* only available at times listed above
Are you new to Gig Buddies?
The group social events on this page are for all signed up buddies.
If you would like to go to our group social events and/or be paired with a gig buddy, click here to join.
(or click here to become a volunteer)
for more info call - (02) 9419 6951
or email info@gigbuddiessydney.org