The Mixer – Brussels Social Events by Sunday Vacations

A relaxed Saturday morning to meet new people, enjoy great coffee, and start the weekend together. ☕️

Experience overview

Join Sunday Vacations for an easygoing coffee meetup at Stella Coffee Pastry Atelier & Coffee Bar in Saint-Gilles.

No complicated programme, no pressure — just good coffee, friendly conversations and an opportunity to connect with international professionals, expats and locals in Brussels.

Whether you come alone or with a friend, you're welcome.

Event type

🌍 Community Event

A casual community gathering focused on meeting people and enjoying a relaxed Saturday morning together.

Highlights

☕️ Coffee and pastries at Stella
🤝 Meet international professionals, expats and locals
💬 Easy conversation and social connection
🌿 Relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
👋 Solo joiners very welcome
📍 Discover a local Brussels spot

Plan / itinerary

10:30 — Arrival & welcome
Meet the Sunday Vacations group and settle in.

10:45 — Coffee & conversations
Grab your coffee or pastry and start getting to know the people around you.

11:15 — Community mingling
Move around, meet more people and continue the conversations.

12:00 — Final coffee & connections
A relaxed final moment before wrapping up.

12:30 — End of meetup

Feel free to stay longer at Stella if you'd like to continue your morning.

Meeting point

Stella Coffee Pastry Atelier & Coffee Bar
Chaussée de Charleroi 73
1060 Saint-Gilles, Brussels

Price / contribution

Free to join. 🎟️

There is no Sunday Vacations participation fee for this meetup.

Coffee, pastries and any other food or drinks are not included and are paid directly by each participant to Stella.

Membership:

Want to get more involved with Sunday Vacations?

Explorer — €5/year
A simple way to join the community and stay connected.

Voyager — €50/year
For members who want to enjoy more of the community's curated experiences.

Ambassador — €150/year
For those who want to play a more active role in the Sunday Vacations community.

Membership is optional for this event.

Who this is for

This meetup is especially suited to:

International professionals in Brussels

• Expats looking to expand their social circle
• Locals interested in meeting international people
• Solo joiners
• Anyone who enjoys coffee, conversation and discovering new places

You don't need to know anyone beforehand.

Important notes

This is a social community meetup, not a guided tour or organised meal.
Participation is free.
Food and drinks are purchased directly from Stella and are not included.
Please respect the venue and other participants.
Places may be limited to keep the gathering comfortable and social.
Solo joiners are welcome.

Legal disclaimer

Sunday Vacations is a community initiative operated by UJAMAA ASBL. We are a community organiser, not a travel agency.

Where third-party services or venues are involved, those services are provided independently by the relevant third party. Sunday Vacations does not operate the café and is not responsible for the preparation, sale or quality of food and beverages purchased directly from the venue.

Activities are organised by volunteers and covered under the COCOF volunteer insurance framework.

VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.

By participating, attendees agree to follow the instructions and rules of the venue and to act responsibly towards other participants.

Call to action:

Come as you are, grab a coffee and meet someone new. ☕️🤝

Reserve your spot and join us for a relaxed Saturday morning with the Sunday Vacations community.

🎳 Friday Night Bowling at Crosly — Roll, Laugh & Meet New People

Friday 18 September · 19:30–21:00 · Crosly Bowling

Looking for an easy way to start your Friday night?

Join Sunday Vacations for a relaxed evening of bowling at Crosly — a simple, social night to meet new people, have a little friendly competition, and enjoy a few laughs along the way.

No membership fee. No organiser fee. Just €10 for your bowling game + rental shoes.

And once the last pins are down, we can keep the evening going with drinks or dinner nearby. 🍻🍽️

🌍 Event Type

🌍 Community Event

A casual social gathering built around an easy activity. Solo joiners are very welcome — you don't need to know anyone beforehand.

✨ Highlights

• 🎳 Bowling at Crosly
• 👟 Game + rental shoes for €10
• 🤝 Meet international professionals, expats and locals
• 😄 Friendly, relaxed atmosphere
• 🍻 Optional drinks afterwards
• 🍽️ Optional dinner afterwards
• 💶 No Sunday Vacations event fee

🗓️ Plan

19:15–19:30 — Arrive & meet the group
19:30–21:00 — Bowling 🎳
After 21:00 — Optional drinks / dinner together

The after-bowling part is intentionally flexible — if you're up for continuing the evening, we'll decide together where to go.

📍 Meeting Point

Crosly Bowling, Brussels

Please arrive a few minutes early so we can get organised before the game starts.

💶 Price

€10 per person

This includes:

• Bowling game
• Rental shoes

No Sunday Vacations organiser fee is charged.

Any drinks or dinner afterwards are optional and paid individually.

💛 Sunday Vacations Membership

You don't need a membership fee to join this event.

If you enjoy meeting people through Sunday Vacations and want to join more experiences throughout the year:

• 🌱 Explorer — €5/year
• ✈️ Voyager — €50/year
• ⭐ Ambassador — €150/year

Membership helps support the community and gives you access to our wider programme of social, cultural and travel experiences.

👋 Who This Is For

This evening is for:

• International professionals in Brussels
• Expats and locals
• People who enjoy meeting new people
• Solo joiners
• Anyone looking for an easy Friday-night plan

You don't need to be good at bowling. Come for the game, stay for the people. 😉

🎒 What to Bring

• Comfortable clothes
• A good mood 😄
• Your preferred payment method for the €10 bowling cost
• A little extra if you'd like to join for drinks or dinner afterwards

ℹ️ Important Notes

• Bowling and shoe rental are paid directly to the venue.
• Drinks and dinner afterwards are optional and paid individually.
• The after-event plan may depend on the group's preference and venue availability.
• Please respect the venue's rules and safety instructions.
• Solo joiners are welcome.

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer

Sunday Vacations / UJAMAA ASBL is a community organiser and not a travel agency. This event is a social community gathering centred around a third-party bowling venue.

Participants are responsible for their own purchases from third-party providers, including bowling, drinks and food.

Activities are organised by volunteers and covered under the COCOF volunteer insurance framework.

VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.

🎳 Ready to Roll?

Come for the bowling, meet some new people, and see where the Friday night takes us.

Book your spot and join us at Crosly!

🍣 Sushi Connections – Meet Through Shared Experiences, Not Interviews.

Welcome to the very first event of our newly integrated Singles Community!

Before we launch a full series of dating experiences, we'd like to test interest in a concept that we believe is much more natural, fun, and meaningful than traditional speed dating.

## Why Sushi?

Let's be honest...

Traditional singles events can feel a little artificial.

You sit across from someone, ask the same questions over and over again..

Instead, what if people could meet while doing something together?

Making sushi is the perfect activity because it is collaborative, social, fun, and allows participants to naturally rotate and interact with different people throughout the evening.

Rather than interviewing each other, you'll be:

🍣 Preparing sushi together
🍣 Working as a team
🍣 Sharing laughs and conversation naturally
🍣 Meeting multiple people throughout the evening
🍣 Enjoying the sushi you helped create

Sometimes the best connections happen when you're focused on an experience rather than trying to impress someone. And if you don't meet anyone , you've learned a new skill.

## The Concept

The idea is simple:

✨ Welcome drink and introductions

✨ Sushi-making experience with rotating partners

✨ Shared dinner with the group

✨ Optional confidential matching system after the event

The goal is to create a relaxed environment where people can get to know each other naturally through a shared activity.

## ⚠️ Important – Interest Check Event

At this stage, we are publishing this event primarily to measure interest in the concept.

📍 The exact venue is still being selected.

💰 The final price is not yet confirmed.

🗓️ The final event date may be adjusted slightly depending on venue availability.

By joining this event, you are simply expressing your interest in participating once the concept is finalised.

If there is enough enthusiasm, we will secure the venue, finalise the details, and open official registrations.

## Who Is This For?

❤️ Singles who prefer meaningful interactions over superficial conversations

❤️ People who enjoy social activities and meeting new people

❤️ Anyone curious to try a different approach to dating

If you've ever thought:

"I'd rather meet someone while doing something together than sitting across a table asking questions..."

then this event might be exactly what you're looking for.

Join the interest list and help us launch the very first Sunday Vacations Sushi Connections experience! 🍣✨