Yapify International Student Social Market
Come for a day of social activities, cultural exchange, community engagement and new connections.
About this event
If you’re keen to meet other international students and want a break from the usual city markets, this is a relaxed, social way to spend a Friday in Carlton North. It’s more about connecting and participating than shopping, so you’ll come away with stories and maybe a few new mates.
Come for a day of social activities, cultural exchange, community engagement and new connections.
Join us for a one-day social market made for Melbourne’s international student community — a day to meet new people, try something new, and have a little fun along the way!
This isn’t your typical market. It’s built around doing something rather than just buying something.
Expect interactive activities, free lunch, DIY experiences, K-pop performances, food and snacks, games, giveaways and plenty of little things to discover throughout the day.
Come with your friends, or simply show up on your own. Drop by for twenty minutes or stay for a few hours. Explore at your own pace, join whatever catches your eye, and maybe leave with a new friend or two.
Come for the market, stay for the people. 💫
Experience Highlights
- Free Food
- Yapify Bingo & Prizes
- Cotton Candy DIY, Chocolate DIY, Mocktail DIY
- Coffee Latte Art Challenge
- Tarot Readings
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Experience
- Coffee Ground Mini Canvas Bag DIY
- Live Music & K-pop Performances
The Ernie Cropley Sports Pavilion sits right on the edge of Princes Park, so the atmosphere has that open, casual uni energy. You’ll find little groups chatting over snacks, people giving games a try and students sharing slices of home culture. Locals know these events for their casual, come-as-you-are feel-no pressure to buy, just show up and see what’s happening. This is perfect for anyone new to Melbourne or wanting to branch out beyond their regular circle, especially if you enjoy a bit of DIY craft or cultural exchange. Unlike the bigger city markets, there’s a friendly, unhurried pace, and you won’t feel lost in the crowd. The free lunch and casual performances are a bonus.
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Getting there
Here is how to reach Ernie Cropley Sports Pavilion in Carlton North, whether you are driving, taking public transport or walking.
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Getting there
🅿️ Street parking is usually available nearby, check the signs for time limits.
Plan your night
Make a night of it, eat and drink within a short walk of Ernie Cropley Sports Pavilion
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