Celebrate with Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece and fellow students from all over the world
The Lord Mayor's Student Welcome is a free, yearly event that welcomes new and returning students to the city and celebrates international students' contributions to Melbourne's cultural life and diversity.
Date: Wednesday 11 March 2026
Time: 5.30pm
Location: Live music stage, Summer Night Market at Queen Victoria Market
Enjoy free live performances including Kpop dance showcase
Enjoy different cultural performances on the live stage including African drumming, international student singing and a selection of Kpop dance performances.
Full program available in late February.
Experience fun activations and opportunities to receive food vouchers
There will photo opportunities at our media spaces, designed by our student volunteers, activities, face painting and giveaways.
We are offering food vouchers to enjoy on the night, but registration is required. For food voucher registration, please check our newsletter and Instagram for updates in early March 2026.
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Lord Mayor’s Student Welcome 2025