Documentary Screenings Sydney

Shorts Off - Video Creators Play Session

**IF RAIN!!!** **We meet at Haymarket HQ.** **2/63 Dixon St. Haymarket 🤗** **Monthly play session for content creators! Come mingle with your fellow creatives, team up, and having a blast making short videos.** **Event rundown:** **3:00pm Creatives mingle (light refreshments)** **3:30pm Session begins! A theme is introduced.** **Guests pitch ideas, vote, and form teams.** **4:00pm Teams write, shoot & edit an under-1-minute video.** **6:30pm Screening, prize! And more mingling.** **Whether you're a pro or just love creating, come join the fun. Bring your gear (optional), meet new people, and make something awesome.** **Check out www.shortsoff.com for more info.** **You read this full description, here is a $5 off promo code as thank you!** **Promo: HIGHFIVE** **https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/shorts-off-video-creators-play-session-tickets-2003557979852** ******************************* **Questions? hello@shortsoff.com**

BFF - Tender Loving Care (2026) + Dinner/Drink afterwards

Come watch the US mid-term elections live at Cheers Bar!

Join us for a few hours of political drama, surprises and excitement as we watch the results unfold live! 📅 **Wednesday, 4 November** 🕚 **11 am – 5 pm (come and go as you please)** 📍 **Cheers Bar, Basement Level** 561 George Street, Sydney Whether you’re Democrat, Republican, independent or simply curious, everyone is welcome! Come along, enjoy the atmosphere, share a few laughs and experience the fun and excitement of American politics — **whatever your political views!** 🍻 Great company, lively discussion and plenty of election-night drama (in the middle of the day!). **Hope to see you there!** Cheers! 🍻 Craig White (Organiser)

Sydney Build an AI Content Brand

✨ **AI Influencer Masterclass – No Face. No Followers. No Problem.** Launch a content brand that grows on autopilot using AI-generated media. ⚠️ Your place is only held once you complete registration below. ### [🔗 CLAIM YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AiInfluencer?city=Sydney&groupurlname=meetup-group-xjbhvkvr&startgmtdatetime=2026-10-25T06:45:00Z) --- What you'll create: - A strategy to reach thousands with zero screen time - A content system that grows on autopilot - Viral AI-generated posts for any niche *Go viral without going on camera.* 🎭

🎨 She Sees Art — 2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

🎨 **Shake things up and you'll see new colours.** **Please note: She Sees Art is a women-only group and event. Women of all backgrounds are welcome.** Why not mix up your weekend routine by joining like-minded women to explore art, discover new perspectives and enjoy a coffee and good company along the way? We'll start with coffee and a relaxed chat before heading to the **Australian Museum** to explore the **2026 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year**. The exhibition celebrates the natural world around us, showcasing spectacular flora, fauna and landscapes from Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea. **RSVP deadline: Sunday 25 October.** As this visit requires advance group booking, please update your RSVP as early as possible if your plans change so someone on the waitlist has the opportunity to join us. Final numbers will be confirmed with the museum on Sunday 25 October. 📷 **ART FOCUS** Nature photography · Wildlife · Landscapes · The natural world **WHERE WE'RE GOING** ☕ **Meeting point: Hydeaway Cafe, Hyde Park** 120 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000 We'll meet here at **10:00am** for coffee and a relaxed chat and will leave for the museum from this point at 10.30am. The walk to the museum is \~8 minutes. 🎨 **Art destination: Australian Museum** 1 William Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010 We'll meet outside the museum at **10:40am** before heading in to explore the exhibition together. **Can't make the coffee? No problem!** You're very welcome to meet us outside the Australian Museum at 10:40am. * Women of all ages welcome * No art knowledge required, just curiosity! * Free to attend — exhibition entry is free; everyone pays for their own coffee and food **Coming on your own?** That's completely fine! She Sees Art is about enjoying art and culture together and getting to know other women in a relaxed, welcoming setting. I'll share any final updates, including what I'm wearing so you'll know who to look for, in the Meetup group chat. **Questions?** First time joining us, or have a question about the event? Feel free to email me at sheseesartsydney@gmail.com. I'm happy to help! I can't wait to see you all! 📷🌿 *Cover image: Fairyfloss by Lewis Burnett, Australian Museum*

Speculative Writing Night @ Chatswood Library

**If you're coming, [please RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817) as well as here so they can set out enough places for us on the night.** Our aim is to provide a supportive community for speculative fiction (science fiction, fantasy and horror etc) writers at all levels, offering a platform for networking, dedicated writing time, craft discussions, and publication tips. Whether you're just starting or an established wordsmith, join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month at Chatswood Library. **[RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** *In addition to RSVPing here on Meetup, please register at the link above so we can keep track of numbers as we are promoting across different platforms.* **Schedule:** **5:30 - 6:00 pm:** Introductions and casual chat **6:00 - 7:30 pm:** 'Focus & Write' session **7:30 - 8:30 pm:** Continue writing, or socialise and share your progress **What to bring:** Your work-in-progress, whether on screen or paper. Connect with fellow writers, explore the speculative fiction realm, and let your imagination soar at our regular writing meetups. Do note a 'yes' RSVP on Meetup does not confirm your place, **[please RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** so they can set out enough places for us on the night. \*\*\* **Our meeting room** We are in the **Creator Space**, straight down the main aisle from the front desk, though the sign may be obscured by books. If you are unable to locate the Creator Space, ask the staff at the front desk for its location; they are expecting us. **[How to get there](https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Locations-and-Hours/Chatswood-Library)** **Public transport**: Chatswood Library is located in The Concourse, 350m from major Chatswood transportation hubs, including Chatswood train station and Chatswood bus interchange. **Parking**: Parking is available at The Concourse car park accessible on Ferguson Lane via Archer St ONLY. Parking rates can be found [here](https://www.theconcourse.com.au/visit/parking/). The library has lift access from The Concourse car park and from The Concourse, ground and upper levels. Parking is also available at Chatswood Chase adjacent to The Concourse on the corner of Archer St and Victoria Ave. The first 3 hours parking are free. **Cycle**: Bicycle parking is available at library entrance. **Accessibility** For participants requiring stair-free access, this is available through the Ferguson Lane entrance through the parking garage. Ride shares or taxis should be directed to drop off at that location. If further assistance is needed please let the Meetup coordinators know in advance and we will do our best to assist. Please be advised that access from Victoria Ave does consist of a significant flight of steps up into the Concourse area. Did I mention you should **[RSVP through the library](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wednesday-speculative-writing-night-tickets-813545274817)** to make sure they know our numbers?

You Can See Everything (2026) + dinner/drink before film

Film Trivia @ Golden Age Bar & Cinema

Electric Nation

# ONE WORLD. ONE SOUND. ONE BEAT. Electric Nation Halloween Edition lands at Tumbalong Park on 30 October 2026. Featuring Topic, Bag Raiders, Yolanda Be Cool, KLP and a special guest, this open air waterfront festival brings together international talent and Sydney favourites for a night of house, indie dance and global grooves. ​ From sunset to late night, experience Halloween on the harbour with world class music, iconic views and an atmosphere designed for music lovers. Won't be at this one, please organise amongst yourselves to meet up! Tickets from - https://www.electricnation.au/abouten

Unhurried Conversations - Saturday

Bring yourself along, we explain how it works.

Lunch and Co-Working

🎷 Sunday Sessions | Jazz @ the House

**Our Journey** **11:30 am – Meet at the Entrance of Government House** Meet fellow AAA Art Lovers, and explore the magnificent State Rooms----one of Australia's most iconic residences. **12:00 pm – 1:00 pm** **Jazz @ the House** Enjoy live performances by the NSW Police Band in one of Sydney's most beautiful outdoor settings. **1:00 pm – Picnic** Lay out your picnic rug, pour yourself a drink, and let the music become the soundtrack to a leisurely spring afternoon. Bring your favourite delicacies, a musical instrument ( if you play one ), your stories, your poem, your laughter, and, most importantly---your joy. **2:30 pm** Enjoy one last stroll through the gardens or a coffee together before we say goodbye. **3:30 pm** Event concludes. **Admission** Free admission. No booking is required. **What to Bring** * Picnic rug or folding chair (optional) * Picnic lunch or snacks * Your favourite drink (no glass, please) * Water bottle * Hat and sunscreen * Camera * Your love of music, art and good conversation **Dress Code** Sunday Casual Comfortable, relaxed and picnic-ready. **Please Note** ✨ **Every AAA Art Lovers Australia event is FREE to join.** * This community is proudly supported by Alina Interpreting Australia, whose sponsorship covers the Meetup platform and administration costs, allowing us to focus on bringing people together through art. * Participants are responsible for their own exhibition tickets, guided tour, flights, accommodation, transport, meals and personal purchases. * Please update your RSVP if your plans change. **Terms & Conditions** By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that: * Participation is voluntary and at your own risk. * You are responsible for your own transport, accommodation (where applicable), admission tickets, meals and personal expenses. * Please respect venue rules, fellow members, venue staff and artworks at all times. * Any shared transport or accommodation between members is a private arrangement. * The event itinerary may be adjusted if required due to venue requirements or unforeseen circumstances. * Event photographs may be taken for AAA Art Lovers Australia. If you prefer not to appear, please let the organiser know. * AAA Art Lovers Australia is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful and inclusive community for everyone.