About us
Based in Amsterdam, we are the largest and coolest international community in the Netherlands. We’re a social club for Amsterdam expats with an international membership that includes both recently relocated expats and long-term residents. Our doors are open to everyone. Whether you are an expat, a Dutch who's internationally oriented, or simply a traveller passing through, you're all welcome to join our growing multicultural family.
On a weekly basis, we host a range of networking and social events at various locations in the city, where expats and locals can gather to meet interesting people, create valuable connections and foster new friendships. Our events are always conducted in a friendly and welcoming environment.
We meet up regularly to: drink & mingle at various Amsterdam hotspots, explore the city's good food with social dining, watch comedy shows and plays, go clubbing and dancing, watch and play games and sports, go on special trips and rides... and other authentic Amsterdam experiences.
For event news and updates:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/laughingatpotatoes.amsterdam
For community discussions, membership perks and other expat-related info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/laughingatpotatoes
Our Meetup.com group:
https://www.meetup.com/amsterdam-expat
Our Discussions Page - https://community.expats.page/
Whatsapp Groups: To join, send a message to +31 6 1968 0620. Remember to state your member name either on our meetup.com page or on our Facebook group and let us know which event you're interested in so we can assign you to the proper groups.
Upcoming events
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Community Board Games Night
Buurtkamer Delflandplein, Delflandplein 2, 1062 HR Amsterdam, Amsterdam, NLLove board games and getting to know the locals? Join us for a cozy board games evening at the Buurtkamer Delflandplein.
A selection of board games are available. Feel free to bring your own favourite game! Plus complimentary snacks to keep things fun and cozy!
This monthly board games meetup is sponsored by the city of Amsterdam, with the goal of connecting local residents, and to create a welcoming vibe in the neighbourhood of Delflandplein.
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THANK GØD IT'S FRIDAY @ The Winston (Weekend Drinks & Hangout)
Belushi's, Warmoesstraat 129, Amsterdam, NH, NLFor our next TGIF, we'll be returning to The Winston aka Belushi's.
The spacious venue has a restaurant, bar, as well as a garden and pool table. It is right smack in the city centre. Super convenient to start here and head elsewhere to another party if you don't wish the night to end.
The venue will be offering Happy Hour drink deals all night long only for our members. This includes:
★ €2 Sourz Shots: Only two euros
★ 2 Coronas for €9
★ 2 Mixed Drinks for €11
★ 25% off FoodWe have a dedicated area reserved for us. Let's hang out, share some stories, play some games, make new friends and create awesome new memories.
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Singles Hike (27-49)
Amstelpark, Stadshout paviljoen Amstelpark,, Amsterdam, NLReady to meet new people in a way that actually feels natural?
Join us for a 10km Singles Hike through the beautiful Amstelpark and Middelpolder. No awkward sitting across a table: just fresh air, good conversations and fun (guided) exercises.
Route will be made by us but inspired by this one: https://www.komoot.com/smarttour/e1350635880/tour-of-amstelpark-and-middelpolder-5x-relaxing-in-amsterdam
Good to know:
- Tickets of 5 euro are required to cover the Meetup and Organisation costs.
- This event is promoted on different channels.
- The walk is 10km, so make sure you are comfortable walking long distance. This is a hiking group after all with people who love nature and walking.
💡 What to expect:
We’ll combine hiking with a light social format:- You’ll walk in pairs 75% of the hike🚶♀️
- Every 15–20 minutes, we switch partners 🔄 We choose 2 partners for you based on your answers from the form and the other 2-3 partners will be flexible, decided by (group)games on the spot. We will try our best to follow the age range you fill in your form.
- Each round includes a (optional) fun question or mini challenge to keep things easy and engaging. Of course, there is room to do your own thing too. Best connections flow naturally.
- The last part of the hike is flexible where you can talk with everyone as a group. Also group exercises are included in-between to catch a break from 1-1 conversations.
- After the hike is drink/dinner time! Go out with the two of you or join the group to have dinner together. Note: This part is flexible and won't be organised by us but an own spontaneous initiative.
👥 Spots & selection
To keep the group balanced, diverse and enjoyable, you’ll be asked to fill in a short form.
When you're selected, you'll receive a DM on meetup with the payment link. Selection happens 2 weeks before the event (31/05)Form: https://forms.gle/YwMoz1nzi1Fj5jJY9
- Schedule Overview
- Group Introduction
- Match 1 (15 minutes)
- Switch (5 minutes)
- Match 2 (15 minutes)
- Group Game
- Flexible Match 3-5 (45 minutes)
- Group Walk (30 minutes)
💛 Important
This event is about connections, not pressure.
You’ll meet different people and share conversations along the way. While some may click, there’s no guarantee of a romantic match and that’s completely okay. Be flexible and openminded, Keep the group vibe fun.This event involves respectful interaction and openness. A safe environment is important, so whenever this isn't the case, feel free to talk to one of the hosts.
This event will be cancelled/postponed if there is a yellow/orange/red weather warning. However, It will continue with light/short period of rain.
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Past events
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