Youth programs and events

A group of four young people sitting and talking

Council regularly holds programs and events for young people aged 12-25 years. Find out what's happening near you.

Darebin Youth Services events
Programs at The Hub
Programs at Decibels
Youth events across council

What's new at Darebin Youth Services

Check out the latest events run by the Darebin Youth Services team.

Programs at The Hub

Discover our regular programs at The Hub.

Drop in at The Hub

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM

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Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Come to the Hub and enjoy our dedicated youth space for young people aged 12–25.

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Test Kitchen

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM

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Tuesday (weekly)
A cooking program for young people of all skill levels who want to learn how to make delicious recipes or get hands-on experience in the kitchen.

The Hub Youth Space, ex01 Northland Shopping Centre Preston, 2-50 Murray Road, Preston 3072

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Queer Collective

Thursday (Fornightly)
A safe and fun space for young Queer people to connect and hang out.

Neurodivergent Group

Thursday (Fortnightly)
A sensory-friendly space to hang out, play games, do craft activities, and have some snacks!

Programs at Decibels

Discover our regular programs at Decibels.

All About Art

Friday, 30 October 2026 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

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This group meets fortnightly on Fridays to help advise Darebin Youth Services on the creation and launch of a new youth art gallery space at Reservoir Community Learning Centre.

Decibels Youth Music & Arts Studio, 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir 3073

Tagged as: , Community event, Exhibition or creative event

Darebin Amplify

Wednesday
Join the Darebin Amplify (formerly FReeZA) committee and get involved in planning and running our major live music and cultural events.

Reservoir Community and Learning Centre, 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir 3073

Tagged as: , Community event, Entertainment, Exhibition or creative event

Jump Up: Youth Open Mic and Karaoke

Thursday, 29 October 2026 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

1 more date

Last Thursday of the month
Free open mic and karaoke for 12–25 year olds. A monthly open mic and karaoke night for young people and their friends and family.

Decibels Youth Music & Arts, 23 Edwardes street, Reservoir 3073

Tagged as: , Community event, Entertainment, Exhibition or creative event