Are you an International student?

Do you live in the Adelaide CBD?

Are you an Australian student, or local resident?

Do you want to help build a more welcoming and inclusive community?

Join us at our next Community Welcome Dinner!

Welcome Dinners connect newly arrived people including migrants, refugees, asylum seekers and international students with established Australians over a potluck-style meal in a family home or trusted community space. Taking part in a Welcome Dinner is a great way for you to meet new friends, try foods from all over the world, learn about other cultures, and have a lot of fun!

It is FREE to attend but places are limited: REGISTER now to book your seat!

This event is a collaboration between The Welcome Dinner Project and the Multicultural Communities Council of South Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I sign up?

Register online here. No ticket is required. Sign up every member of a family or group of friends individually in your booking. On event day, we will mark your names and assign you a dinner table number.

How do I get there?

Free Bus 99c, 98c Stop W1 Sturt Street – South side, walk down to Gilbert street 260m (4min)

Free Bus 98A Stop D1 Sturt St-East Side, walk down to Gilbert street 280m (3min)

Free Tram Stop Tram South Terrace or Stop Tram City South, walk down Gilbert Street

Bus G40, W90, G20X Stop K1 Morphett Street, walk down Gilbert Street 230m (3min)

By car: On street parking is available on Gilbert Street and surrounds but may fill quickly.

What food shall I bring?

Bring a savoury or sweet dish to share with other guests. It could be your favourite food, or something from your culture that reminds you of home. Please bring food that does not require heating or assembling at the venue as there will not be cooking facilities available on event day. We will contact you before the event to answer any questions.

I have special dietary requirements. Can I attend?

Yes. All guests will introduce their dishes and the ingredients before dinner starts. If you are unsure of what a dish contains, please ask our facilitators at your dinner table and they will be happy to help you. You may bring something you wish to eat yourself. Some guests may also cater to people with special dietary requirements. We advise you to be aware of your own needs and not risk anything you are not sure of.

Will alcohol be served? Can I bring my own wine or beer?

All Welcome Dinner Project events are alcohol-free. We provide water, soft drinks and juice.

Can I attend if I can’t communicate fluently in English?

Yes. We welcome people from all backgrounds and encourage cross-cultural connections. Our facilitators at your dinner table will be happy to assist you.

Can children attend the event?

Yes. We advise all children be supervised by their parents/guardians at all times. Children must be registered under the bookings of their parents/guardians.

Who do I contact if I have other questions?

We will contact all registered participants by phone and email before the event. You may highlight your concerns to our friendly facilitators before the event or on the day of the dinner.

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The Welcome Dinner Project would like to acknowledge and thank our South Australian funding partners, StudyAdelaide and City of Adelaide.