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)
*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.
Where: The Dome, Sydney Showgrounds
Address: 1 Showground Rd, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
Tell me about the gig:
Oz Comic-Con is Australia's Ultimate Pop Culture event, showcasing all the latest studio activations, comics, anime, cosplay, and video games.
You can find out more about the event HERE
Host: Rebecca (0411 252 228)
*There will be one Gig Buddies staff member and one group social support volunteer 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: Saturday the 12th September
What time do we meet? 9am
What time does it end? 1pm
Cost: This is only an expression of interest and not your ticket.
Please purchase your ticket through the official Oz Comic Con website.
Tickets Adult Early Bird General Admission Price $47.50
You can purchase HERE
Companion Cards -
Oz Comic-Con accepts companion cards. Companion card holders must purchase their own ticket and will be offered an additional ticket of comparable access to assist them during the event. The additional companion ticket will only be issued on the day when the original ticket is shown along with the companion card. Additional tickets only offer access to accompany the cardholder and will not include any additional items that speciality tickets may include.
Meeting spot:
Outside the dome. I will send a map with further directions closer to the event.
How do I get there?
2 minute walk from Sydney Olympic Park train station.
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:
They will have food trucks and basic food at the canteen to eat for lunch. Otherwise you can bring your own snacks and food from home.
Dress code:
Anything goes at Comic Con. You can dress up in Cosplay if you want or wear something colourful. Or simply wear comfortable clothes.
Please keep in mind it might get hot inside. Wear layers you can take off.
What else do I need to bring?
- Money for food , drinks , purchases and transport.
- Ticket ( if pre purchased)
- Companion Card if you are bringing a support worker / volunteer or family member with you.
- Opal card if catching public transport.
- Phone for pictures and finding staff
- Water to stay hydrated
- Sanitiser
Accessibility:
- Venue is accessible.
- There will be large crowds at this event. Lines for food and bathrooms. Loud noises. People wearing all different kinds of fancy dress. You can bring noise cancelling headphones or fidget toys to help be prepared for this.
- There are areas in the venue to have a break if you need a place that is quiet for a moment.
- Please reach out to the Gig Buddies team member hosting or the group social support volunteer if you need any further support.
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