📍 Melbourne, VIC
🗓️ 9th - 11th October 2026
👥 Small group: 4–8 participants + 1–2 support guides
🏡 Stay: Hotel
💙 About the Trip
A fun Melbourne weekend built around PAX Aus — one of Australia’s biggest gaming events! This trip is for gamers who want to enjoy the hype of PAX, be around people with similar interests, and still have a comfy place to come back to and chill.
Expect a weekend of games, cool displays, indie finds, merch, tabletop fun, and plenty of gaming energy — balanced with good food, downtime, and support throughout the trip. Each day has a clear plan, with space to take breaks and go at your own pace.
🌿 Trip Highlights
🎮 Spend the weekend at PAX Aus, Australia’s biggest gaming festival
🕹️ Check out video games, indie games, tabletop, VR, panels, and interactive experiences
👾 Hang out with fellow gamers and enjoy the fun of being around people who get your interests
🛍️ Browse merch, gaming stalls, and pop culture displays across the event
☕ Take breaks when needed, grab snacks, and recharge throughout the day
🏙️ Enjoy a Melbourne city weekend with relaxed group meals and easy outings
🎲 Join in optional activities at PAX or head back to the Airbnb for downtime
🏡 Wind down each evening with shared meals, quiet time, and a cosy stay
🌿 What’s Included
✔️ 2 nights’ accommodation in a Hotel
✔️ Daily meals or a mix of easy dining and home-style meals
✔️ Supported attendance at PAX Aus
✔️ Return transport or flights from Sydney (depending on final plan)
✔️ Support guides for pacing, transitions, and flexibility
💙 Accessibility & Support
🕒 Clear daily structure with morning, afternoon, and evening plans
🌿 Built-in rest time and calm transitions throughout the weekend
🤝 Friendly support guides to help with planning, timing, and group needs
🎧 Flexibility to take breaks, step away from crowds, and enjoy the event at your own pace
Spots are limited! Get ready for a big weekend of gaming, good vibes, and great company in Melbourne. 🎮
We will check in at our accommodation and get settled in. We're staying at Pullman Melbourne Albert Park with free breakfast.
Check out here: https://www.pullmanalbertpark.com.au
For lunch we will go to South Wharf Promenade, this waterfront promenade is located right next to the Convention and Exhibition Centre and has a range of casual dining options including sushi, Italian, and seafood and more.
Check out their options here: https://www.south-wharf.dfo.com.au/dining
During the afternoon, we will visit Melbourne Museum to explore the “Rome: Empire, Power, People” exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a fascinating look into the history of Ancient Rome, its people, and its influence on the world.
More info here: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whats-on/rome-empire-power-people/
As a fun activity during the night, we will do bowling at the strike bowling. While we are there we will get some dinner as well.
Bowling has been booked!
Booking reference: FL10100909727380342956866
6:00pm - 6:40pm | 40 Minutes
To start our day, we will enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out.
We will head into PAX and kick off the fun, with heaps of games, cool displays, and interactive experiences to enjoy throughout the day.
More info here: https://aus.paxsite.com
After lunch, we’ll head back to PAX and continue enjoying the afternoon, with more time to explore the event, check out more games, and take in the atmosphere.
More info here: https://aus.paxsite.com/en-us/registration.html
Grab takeaway nearby and enjoy dinner back at the accommodation.
We will enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and heading out for the day.
We head over to the PAX exhibition hall and explore the latest games, consoles, and hardware from all the big names in the industry and attend some of the panels and discussions with industry professionals.
More info here: https://aus.paxsite.com
For lunch we will go to The Boatbuilders Yard. This casual restaurant offers a range of lunch options including burgers, sandwiches, salads and more.
Check out their menu: https://theboatbuildersyard.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BBY-Summer-Menu_Feb-Edit_Web.pdf
We come back to PAX convention and check out the tabletop gaming area and participate in some games and visit the indie game showcase and support some up-and-coming developers.
More info here: https://aus.paxsite.com
After the event, we’ll make our way to the airport and grab an early dinner before check-in for our flight home. ✈️
Melbourne VIC, Australia 
