What are Gig Buddies Group Social Events?
Gig Buddies group social events are hosted by the GB team so that participants* with a Gig Buddies Service Agreement** and active volunteers 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
** paying the monthly administration fee
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* for all participants with an active service agreement with Gig Buddies.
* 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: Moonlight Cinema @ Centennial Park
*this activity is for active Gig Buddies participants, support staff and volunteers only (we are joining a public event as a group)
please contact Gig Buddies at info@gigbuddiessydney.org if you would like to find out more.
For more information about the Moonlight Cinema click HERE
Where: Centennial Park
Address: Moonlight Cinema Sydney is located at Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Park
(on the corner of Carrington Dr and Broome Ave) Paddington. The nearest gates to the cinema are the Woollahra Gates on Oxford Street
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Moonlight+Cinema...
Tell me about the gig:
"This summer marks 30 years of Moonlight Cinema – three decades of magical movie nights under the stars, picnic rugs on the grass, and unforgettable memories with friends, family, and film lovers nationwide."
As mentioned on The Moonlight Cinema website.*Program to be announced soon. When it is i will let you know which movie we are seeing and the link for you to purchase your tickets through The Monnlight inema website.
Host: Rebecca (0411 252 228)
*There will be one Gig Buddies staff member for up to 10 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.
Extending numbers is dependent on participants support needs, staff capacity or group social support volunteer availability.
When: Friday the 16th of January
What time do we meet? Time TBC around 8pm (8:30pm movie start)
What time does it end? Time TBC around 10:30pm
* This is a public event and they have not announced the program for January at the time of posting this.
Cost: Tickets start from around $22.50 if you are a Cinebuzz member.
PLEASE NOTE: This is an expression of interest and is not your ticket for the Moonlight Cinema. This will need to be purchased through their official website once the January program is released.
I will be purchasing a General Admission (GA) ticket. So if you are coming on your own and would like to sit with us, i would suggest also purchasing a GA ticket.
GA inclusions below from website:
You can choose from different experiences depending on your budget. Please see HERE
* I will post more information about the costs of the tickets and share the link for you to purchase your ticket once the program is released.
Meeting spot:
I will give a description of where we will meet and a map closer to the day of the event.
How do I get there?
15 minute walk from Bondi Junction Station
For information on public transport options, please load up the following link: https://transportnsw.info
BY CAR
Cars can enter and exit the Park via Woollahra and Paddington Gates. Limited free parking is available. Please follow directional signs (view parking guides). The grassy area off Oxford Street, near Woollahra Gates is now a shared pathway and parking is no longer available in this area. Mobility parking is available inside Woollahra Gates on Carrington Dr (before intersection of Broome Ave). Please note: some gates to Centennial Park may close at sunset (view gate opening and closing times)
^^ From the Moonlight cinema website
How will I get home? Please load up the same link - https://transportnsw.info - for suitable options on how to get home. Please note, transports to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are required to make their own way to and from the venue.
Food:
You can buy a selection of food at The Moonlight Cinema. Menu HERE
Otherwise there are many food shops at Bondi where you can purchase something before the movie or bring food from home to eat.
Comfortable clothing as this is an outside event.
Sun and wind protection.Jacket for if it get's cold at night.
What else do I need to bring?
- Money for food / drinks. ( or bring from home)
- Don’t forget your Opal card if catching public transport.
- Phone for pictures and finding staff.
- Water to stay hydrated.
- Sanitiser
- Sun protection. Sunscreen , hat and sunglasses.
- Jacket to stay warm.
- Picnic blanket, rug or chair to sit comfortably.
- Blanket to stay warm and cosy.
Accessibility: This event is outdoors. There might be some uneven grounds.
Please keep in mind it will be busy and this event is dog friendly.
You are welcomed to bring noise cancelling headphones or any sensory soothing toys.
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 0411 252 228 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 have no up-front costs but you still need to register)
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
Please note: When you register for a group social event you will be added to our guest list (you won't be sent a "ticket")
Are you new to Gig Buddies?
The group social events on this page are for participants with an active service agreement with Gig Buddies and active volunteers.
If you would like to go to our group social events and/or be paired with a gig buddy, click here to apply.
(or click here to become a volunteer)
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for more info call - (02) 9419 6951 or email info@gigbuddiessydney.org