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New In Dublin 🍀 is all about forging friendships and discovering the best of the city together. Whether you’ve just arrived or have been here for years, you’ll find a warm, international community eager to connect through our lively Language Exchanges 🌍, fun Quizzes 🏆, and buzzing International Meetups 🤝.
With over 500 events hosted and an average rating of 4.5/5, we’re committed to making every event a memorable one!
We do charge small fees to cover event costs, but we’ve introduced a monthly membership (completely optional) for 2025 that can quickly pay for itself—especially when a pint in Dublin can cost around €7! Enjoy unlimited access to our events, plus perks like free drinks and discounts on themed parties.
Check out our Linktree to see what’s coming up and find more helpful resources.
If you’re looking to expand your social circle, learn something new, or simply enjoy great company, New In Dublin is your perfect match. Join us to experience Dublin in fresh, exciting ways—after all, new friendships and unforgettable moments are what we’re all about!
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Quiz Night – Two Quizzes! Stranger Things @19:00 + General Knowledge @20:30
TP Smith's Bar and Restaurant, Jervis Street, Dublin 1, D, IE# 🧪 Stranger Things + General Knowledge Quiz – Two Rounds, 100 Questions
Travel from the Upside Down to pure trivia chaos in one single night.
We’ll run two independent quizzes of 50 questions each:
Round 1: Stranger Things (19:30–20:15)
Round 2: General Knowledge (20:30–21:15)
Join one or both.
No repeated questions.
✨ Round 1 – Stranger Things (Thematic Quiz)
• 30 Story / Plot questions
• 10 Character questions (Double Points)
• 10 Quotes questions (Double Points)
Standalone thematic quiz (not part of a league).
✨ Round 2 – General Knowledge
The quiz contains 5 questions per category across:
History • Geography • Music • Science • Food
Pop Culture • Presidents • Literature • Sports
Series & Movies
This round counts toward the General Knowledge League 2026.## 🏆 General Knowledge League 2026
Every time you join a GK quiz, your team’s score is saved.
Scores accumulate all year, and the best team wins:
Custom jerseys for all members, featuring:
• Team name
• Team photo
• Title: “General Knowledge Champions 2026”🤝 Teams & Format
• Groups of 4–6 form their own team
• Groups of 1–3 are matched with others
• Arrive by 19:00 for smooth team formation
• Latecomers join the team with the lowest score
• Fries for every table
• Top 3 teams win prizes
• The winning team gets free entry to any upcoming quiz💸 Pricing
Per Round:
€7 individual • €5 groups of 2–3 • €4 groups of 4–6
Both rounds: +€2 extra💳 Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)
🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks📱 Stay Connected
🔗 Linktree – full weekly calendar
💬 WhatsApp – reminders & updates
📘 Facebook – photos & highlights
📸 Instagram – stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 Website – all information about our events37 attendees
🌍 INTERNATIONAL MEETUP
The Black Sheep, Dublin, IE✨ What Is the International Meetup?
Meet people from all over the world in a friendly, relaxed and social environment. Whether you’re new to Dublin or a long-time resident, this is the perfect Friday plan to talk, laugh and connect with others.🌍 How It Works
When you arrive, you’ll get a small paper with a table number. Groups are made of 3–5 people to ensure natural, easy conversations. Every 30 minutes, groups rotate so you meet plenty of new people throughout the evening.
No pressure, no awkward silences — just good vibes and international energy.🍀 Who Is This Event For?
Everyone is welcome! Newcomers, expats, locals, shy people, outgoing people… absolutely anyone.
It’s also ideal if you want to practise English in a comfortable and social setting, especially if you can’t join the mid-week Language Exchange.💬 A Friendly & Safe Atmosphere
Our community is known for being inclusive, open and respectful. Come alone or with friends — you’ll feel comfortable from the moment you walk in.💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)
• €6 General Admission
• €5 Students
• €4 per person when you bring friends⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)
Attend 4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups, and your 5th event is FREE.💳 Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)
🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks📱 Stay Connected
🔗 Linktree – full weekly calendar
💬 WhatsApp – reminders & updates
📘 Facebook – photos & highlights
📸 Instagram – stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 Website – all information about our events🎉 Join Us
Expect good vibes, friendly people and plenty of great conversations. RSVP now and start your Friday evening the best way possible!63 attendees
BIG SOCIAL SINGLES MEETUP
TP Smith's Bar and Restaurant, Jervis Street, Dublin 1, D, IEThe most exciting night for singles in Dublin — high-energy, social, and unforgettable.
🔥 What Is Big Social Singles Meetup?
This is NOT speed dating — it’s a vibrant, modern way to meet people through fast-paced group challenges, clever prompts and playful interactions.
Expect a buzzing atmosphere, smooth rotations, and the perfect mix of fun, spontaneity and chemistry.
Designed for people who want a bigger, fresher and more dynamic social night out in Dublin.🎯 What to Expect
- 6 interactive activities (ice-breakers, missions, challenges and surprise tasks)
- Constant group rotations so you meet plenty of people
- Creative prompts instead of awkward small talk
- A fun, international crowd in their 20s–40s
- Drink tokens for winners and standout players
Everything is designed to make meeting new people feel natural, energetic and genuinely enjoyable.
🎁 Rewards & Mini-Prizes
Each activity has its own mini prize — usually a drink token or small treat — for the most engaged groups or standout players.
It keeps the night lively, competitive and extra fun.🌍 A Social, International Atmosphere
Expect a friendly, diverse group of people who come ready to talk, laugh and enjoy a memorable night out.
The guided structure makes it easy to connect, even if you come alone or tend to be shy at first.🎟️ Balanced Numbers & Better Early Prices
We manage the gender balance throughout all releases so the experience works for everyone.
Early releases always offer the best value — once they’re gone, they’re gone.💳 Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)
🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks📱 Stay Connected
🔗 Linktree – full weekly calendar
💬 WhatsApp – reminders & updates
📘 Facebook – photos & highlights
📸 Instagram – stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 Website – all information about our events🎉 Join the Experience
No pressure. No awkward silences.
Just games, great vibes… and the chance to meet someone special (or many amazing friends).
We can’t wait to see you! ❤️49 attendees
SOCIAL LANGUAGE EXCHANGE
TP Smith's Bar and Restaurant, Jervis Street, Dublin 1, D, IE✨ Dynamic Conversations
Enjoy small-group conversations (2–3 people per table) at dedicated language tables.
There will always be English-only tables, and every attendee rotates through these tables during the first and last rotation.🏷️ Language Stickers on Arrival
As soon as you arrive, you’ll receive:
• Native language stickers (with flags + “native”)
• Practicing language stickers (with flags + “practicing”)
You may choose multiple practicing languages. These stickers help you join the right tables and connect with people who match your goals.🔄 Rotations Every 30 Minutes
Every 30 minutes, the organizer rearranges groups based on preferred languages.
We aim for bilingual tables, ideally with at least one native or advanced speaker.
If no native speakers are available, we can still create a table as long as two people want to practice the same language.🌍 Popular Languages
English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, and any other language requested by at least two attendees.📈 All Levels Welcome
Beginner or advanced—everyone is welcome.
The only requirement is enthusiasm and willingness to communicate.🃏 Conversation Cards + Complimentary Fries
Need inspiration? Conversation cards are available at every table.
Enjoy complimentary fries around 8:00 PM.💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)
• €6 General Admission
• €5 Students
• €4 per person when you bring friends⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)
Attend 4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups, and your 5th event is FREE.💳 Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)
🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)
✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ Extra perks🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)
✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge
✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup
✔ Extra Perks🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)
✔ Free access to ALL events
✔ Extra Perks📱 Stay Connected
🔗 Linktree – full weekly calendar
💬 WhatsApp – reminders & updates
📘 Facebook – photos & highlights
📸 Instagram – stories & behind-the-scenes
🌐 Website – all information about our events🎉 Join Us!
A fun, relaxed evening full of languages, new people, and confidence-building conversations.
RSVP now! 🚀34 attendees
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