Sydney Socials for 20s to 50s (8700+)

🍸 Fast Friends + Retro Party | Make Friends First! (21–40/Welcome Drink)

Sat, Aug 15 · 6:00 PM AEST

The Harbour View Hotel, 18 Lower Fort Street, Sydney, AU

Going to a party is much more fun when you already know people.
That's why we've created something a little different.

Join us for one hour of Fast Friends—our hosted social experience designed to help you meet lots of like-minded ladies and gents through fun, relaxed conversation rounds.

Then, instead of heading home, you'll head straight into the 80s & 2000s Retro Party together.
No arriving at a party alone. No awkward introductions. Just great conversations first… then a fantastic night with your new friends.

❤️ Why You'll Love It
🤝 Meet lots of new people in just one hour.
💬 Fun hosted conversation rounds that make meeting people easy and natural.
🥂 Enjoy a FREE welcome drink.
🕺 Continue the evening together at the 80s & 2000s Retro Party.
👗 Feeling festive? Dress in your favourite retro outfit for a chance to win the Best Dressed Prize—but there's absolutely no pressure. Come as you are!
⏰ Enjoy a 3-hour social experience from 6 PM to 9 PM.
❤️ Most people attend on their own.

🎟 Book online and save: https://syd15thaug.eventbrite.co.uk
Advance booking is recommended as places are limited.
Booking ahead helps us plan the right group size and reserve enough space to create the best experience for everyone.

Early Bird - A$ 5 per person
Regular Ticket - A$ 10 per person
Cash at meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay A$ 15 cash when you meet Nina at the venue.

📅 Schedule
6:00 PM – Arrive and meet your host.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Fast Friends hosted conversation rounds.
Over the course of the hour, you'll chat with lots of different people through a series of short, timed conversations designed to help everyone connect naturally.
Please arrive on time. The first hour is where you'll meet everyone, and arriving late means missing many of the conversations that make the rest of the evening so much more enjoyable.

7:00 PM onwards – Head straight into the 80s & 2000s Retro Party and spend the rest of the evening dancing, chatting, and enjoying the night with your new friends.
Our host will be available until 8:00 PM to help with introductions and ensure everyone feels welcome. After that, you're free to enjoy the party at your own pace.

🌟 First Time?
Perfect! Most people come on their own, and many are attending for the first time.
Our friendly host will make introductions and guide the conversation rounds, making it easy to meet people in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Members from our other 7 Sydney Meetup communities also attend many of our events, creating larger and more diverse groups.

For over 10 years, Fast Friends has been bringing people together through hosted social events in 30+ cities worldwide, helping thousands of people build genuine friendships.
Come solo. Leave with new friends. ❤️

Make new friends | Fast Friends (21-40/Happy Hour)

Sat, Aug 29 · 7:00 PM AEST

Shark Hotel, Shark Hotel 127 Liverpool St, Sydney NSW 2000, Sydney, AU

Making new friends in Sydney doesn't have to be awkward.

Whether you're new to the city or simply looking to expand your social circle, Fast Friends makes meeting people easy, relaxed and genuinely enjoyable.

Meet 15–25 like-minded people through fun, guided conversations—then stay afterwards for drinks with the people you connected with most.

🎟 Tickets
Book online and save: https://syd29thaug.eventbrite.co.uk

🎫 Early Bird – A$5
🎫 Regular – A$10
🎫 On the Door – A$15 (cash, payable to your host, Shelly)
Booking in advance helps us reserve the right amount of space and create the best possible experience for everyone.

We've reserved a quieter space at Shark Hotel exclusively for our group, making it easier to enjoy meaningful conversations away from the busy bar. Most guests come on their own, so you'll feel welcome from the moment you arrive.

🕖 Evening Flow
7:00 PM – Welcome & Drinks
Meet your host, Shelly, grab a drink and settle in. If you're attending alone, don't worry—most people do! We'll make introductions and help everyone feel comfortable.
7:30 PM – Fast Friends
Meet a variety of new people through a series of short, guided conversations designed to help you go beyond small talk and make genuine connections.
From 8:30 PM – Drinks & Mingling
The guided conversations finish, but the evening doesn't. Stay afterwards to continue chatting with your favourite new connections.

❤️ Why You'll Love It
✔ Meet 15–25 new people in one evening.
✔ Friendly hosts who make introductions and ensure everyone feels welcome.
✔ Most guests attend solo.
✔ Reserved quieter space that's perfect for conversation.
✔ Relaxed pub atmosphere with great food and drinks.
✔ Friendship-focused—not a dating event.

👋 Who Is This For?
✅ Ladies & Gents aged 21–40
✅ New to Sydney or long-time locals.
✅ Solo attendees are especially welcome.
✅ Anyone looking to build genuine friendships and expand their social circle.
Members from our other Sydney Meetup groups also join our events, so attendance is often higher than the RSVP count shown on this page.

🌟 Why We Use Tickets
Your ticket helps us reserve dedicated space, support our local hosts, and create a welcoming, well-organised event where everyone has the opportunity to connect.

🌍 About Fast Friends
For over 10 years, Fast Friends has helped people build meaningful friendships through professionally hosted social events in 30+ cities worldwide.
Come solo. Leave with new friends. ❤️