Thu 8 Oct · 4pm
Bartronica · Melbourne
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PAX 2026 kicks off tomorrow. Get gee’d up in the basement tonight. 🕹
Cosplay early, dance badly, battle on N64, and get your bearings before the convention floor eats
you alive. Pass holders drink cheaper, so bring your lanyard.
🎮 What’s happening:
Massive party for Pax fans & ticket holders
Just Dance! Wii all night long
Pokémon Stadium 64 mini-tournament
Best-dressed cosplay competition
Door prizes through the night
Discounted shots and cocktails for PAX pass holders
📍 Venue: Bartronica Melbourne, 335 Flinders Lane (downstairs)
📅 Date: Thursday 8 October
💵 Entry: $10
🎊 Warm up properly. Book now and bring your PAX pass to the bar.
*Please note that Bartronica is not affiliated with PAX. This is an independent, fan-organised event celebrating the PAX weekend.
Quick answers
When is PAX Thursday Pre-Party | Bartronica?
Thu 8 Oct 2026, 4pm.
Where is it?
Bartronica, Melbourne, VIC.
How much are tickets?
From $11.90, as the source listed it when Keen last read the listing. The ticket page has the current price.
Where do I get tickets?
On eventbrite.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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