UR PRE-SEASON TOUR 2026
The next generation of Urban Rec is coming!
Urban Rec turns 15 this year, and we're about to step into a whole new generation.
It's still everything you know and love about Urban Rec and our amazing community, but with some exciting changes, fresh updates and plenty of new things happening behind the scenes.
For our Melbourne crew, we'll be bringing everyone together online on Tuesday, 29 September for a special session hosted by our Managing Director, Madeleine.
This is your chance to get the inside scoop on what's coming next for Urban Rec and the upcoming season, including:
- A first look at our new website and brand
- The launch of our new staff podcast
- Our brand new Creators Program and a new way to make more $$
- New staff perks and benefits
- Quick refreshers on sports rules and league standards
- What the next generation of Urban Rec looks like
- Plus a few more announcements you'll have to tune in to hear about 👀
📅 Tuesday, 29 September
💻 Online
⏱️ Around one hour
The session is free for all Melbourne hosts and is a chance to hear directly from Madeleine about what's changing, what's coming and what we've got planned for our biggest season of the year.
We'd love to have as many of our Melbourne host crew online as possible, so grab a drink, jump on and come see what's next for Urban Rec!
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Albert Park Flag Gridiron S4 Trial Night
Free Flag Gridiron Trial Night @ Albert Park 🏈🔥
Ever wanted to give Flag Gridiron a go? Now's your chance.
We're hosting a FREE Flag Gridiron Trial Night and you're invited! With only 10 spots available, you'll want to get in quick 👀
Flag Gridiron is fast-paced, social and seriously addictive. Whether you've never picked up a football before or you've played in the past, this session is designed for all skill levels. We'll run you through the basics before getting straight into the fun.
Come down, learn some new skills, meet a great bunch of people and see what all the hype is about. Bring your mates or sign up solo – either way, you'll be welcomed from the moment you arrive.
If you've been looking for a new way to stay active, meet new people and have a laugh on a Wednesday night, this is it.
📅 When: Wednesday 14th October
📍 Where: Barry Dixon Field, Albert Park
💸 Cost: Free
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Urban Hockey S4 Trial Night
Free Urban Hockey Trial Night 🔥
Keen to try something new (and slightly addictive)? This is your sign.
We’re hosting a FREE Urban Hockey Trial Night and you’re invited! Spots are limited and will go quick 👀
Come down, grab a stick, and get amongst it in a super social, high-energy game. Whether you’ve never played before or you’re already a bit of a weapon, this is the perfect chance to jump on field, meet some legends, and have a laugh.
Urban Hockey is easy to pick up and it’ll have you hooked in no time 😉
📅 When: October 14th
📍 Where: Essendon Hockey Club
💸 Cost: Free
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Albert Park Field Multisport S4 Trial Night
Free Multisport Trial Night @ Albert Park 🏐🏀🥏🔥
Thinking about joining a social sports club but not sure where to start? This is your sign.
We're hosting a FREE Multisport Trial Night and we'd love to have you along! Spots are limited, so make sure you jump in quick 👀
This is your chance to experience what Urban Rec is all about – seriously social vibes, meeting new people, and trying a mix of different sports.
Whether you're looking to get active again, make some new mates, or just break up the work week with something fun, Multisport is the perfect place to start. No pressure, no egos – just good people, plenty of laughs, and social sport done right. 💛
Bring a mate or come along solo. Either way, you'll be welcomed from the moment you arrive.
📅 When: Wednesday 14th October
📍 Where: Barry Dixon Field, Albert Park
💸 Cost: Free
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Pickleball Port Melbourne S4 Trial Night
Ever wanted to give Pickleball a go? Now’s your chance.
We’re hosting a FREE Pickleball Trial Night at The House of Pickle and you’re invited! With only 10 spots available, you’ll want to get in quick 👀
Pickleball is fast-paced, social and seriously addictive. Whether you’ve never picked up a paddle before or you’ve played in the past, this session is designed for all skill levels. We’ll run you through the basics before getting straight into the fun.
Come down, learn some new skills, meet a great bunch of people and see what all the hype is about. Bring your mates or sign up solo – either way, you’ll be welcomed from the moment you arrive.
Looking for a new way to stay active, meet new people and have a laugh? This is it.
📅 When: 15th October
📍 Where: House of Pickle
💸 Cost: Free
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Soccer Carlton Baths S4 Trial Night
Free Social Soccer Trial Night @ Carlton Baths ⚽🔥
Thinking about getting back into soccer or looking for a fun way to stay active? This is your sign.
We're hosting a FREE Social Soccer Trial Night and we'd love to have you along! Spots are limited, so get in quick 👀
Whether you're a regular on the pitch or haven't kicked a ball in years, this session is all about having fun. Expect social games, plenty of laughs, and a welcoming group of people who are there for the same reason – to get active, meet new mates, and enjoy the beautiful game.
No trials. No pressure. No egos. Just social soccer the way it should be.
Come along with a team, bring a few mates, or sign up solo and we'll make sure you're looked after. It's the perfect chance to experience what Urban Rec is all about before the season kicks off.
This FREE trial event is proudly sponsored by Grill’d, so we’ll have some special goodies to hand out on the night! 🙌
📅 When: 20th October
📍 Where: Carlton Baths
💸 Cost: Free
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Women's Basketball S4 Trial Night
Free Tuesday Women's Basketball Trial Night 🏀🔥
Thinking about getting back into basketball or looking for a fun way to stay active? This is your sign.
We're hosting a FREE Women's Basketball Trial Night and we'd love to have you along! Spots are limited, so get in quick 👀
Whether you're a regular on the court or haven't picked up a basketball in years, this session is all about having fun. Expect social games, plenty of laughs, and a welcoming group of women who are there for the same reason – to get active, meet new people, and enjoy the game.
No trials. No pressure. No egos. Just social basketball the way it should be.
Come along with a team, bring a few friends, or sign up solo and we'll make sure you're looked after. It's the perfect chance to experience what Urban Rec is all about before the season tips off.
📅 When: 20th October
📍 Where: Carlton Baths
💸 Cost: Free
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DRIFTER HALLOWEEN THEME WEEK
🎃 HALLOWEEN THEME WEEK 🎃
October 26–31
Halloween is taking over Urban Rec for the week, so get your team together, dress up and bring your best costumes to game night.
Thanks to Drifter, the best dressed teams across Urban Rec will be in the running to win 1 of 9 Drifter accommodation prizes!
🏆 3 × TEAM PRIZES
10 beds for 2 nights at a Drifter location
🏆 6 × PRIVATE ROOM PRIZES
Private room for 2 nights at a Drifter location
Go big, get creative and give your team the best chance of scoring a post-season getaway.
More details on judging and how to enter coming soon.
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Season 1 Priority Rego
Priority Rego is your private window to rebook your team before we fling the doors open to the public. Think of it as your “skip the queue” pass — no pushing, no shoving, just your team securing their fave night, time and crew.
Not ready to commit to the full whack? No worries.
Drop a $250 deposit during priority week to lock in your spot.
We’ve added public waitlists to all leagues this season. New teams can chuck their name down during priority week — and if you haven’t locked in by the last day, they’ll swoop in and snag the spots.
So yeah, don’t wait.
REGISTER NOW!
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