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Fast Friending - Make Meaningful Connections! (25-45/Bring a lady free)
Meet like-minded ladies and gentlemen, enjoy easy conversations, and make genuine new connections at our Fast Friending evening!
**You will need to buy a ticket for attending -**
[https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk](https://zurich27thjune.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
TICKETS:-
Early bird - CHF 10
Regular ticket - CHF 15
Cash at the meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CHF 20 per person in cash on the day of the meetup to Neo (Please bring exact change)
'Fast friending' is our fun and quick way to help you make new connections quickly with both ladies and gentlemen. These are people in the age group of 25 and 45 and so you will be on a similar wavelength. Naturally you can always choose who to speak with based on your preference!
**Here’s how your evening will flow:**
**7:00 PM – Welcome**
Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Neo, who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and she’ll ease you into small-group conversations. You’re also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free.
**7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace
If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Julianne will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable.
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\.
\- Our evenings are not about 'dating' or for 'romantic' connections\. 'Fast friending' is NOT 'Speed dating'\. 'Fast friending' is designed to help members meet other like minded ladies and gents\. It is about new friendships and connections\. Naturally\, new friendships can lead to dating or romantic connections\, but that is not our focus\.
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
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You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing ](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Member feedback - [https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm](https://youtu.be/bF_oxrWGqus?si=8ewukkeawt1N12nm)
Full Moon Sail in Zurich/Best of Summer Edition 🌞🏝️⛵✨🥂
SailingXurich is a friendly expat community for an unforgettable experience on the lake of Zurich
Event description:
Experience the city of Zurich like never before
Wait for sunset sail with apéro and optional swim in the lake until it's time for the full moon to rise...
The sail takes around 3 hours
70 chf per person includes boat with skipper and free flow sparkling wine and snacks
Text 0788685921 to be added to the event specific WhatsApp group please
Your reservation is only confirmed once you had been added to the WhatsApp group
Thank you
Language Exchange Zurich - Meet new people & Enjoy free snacks
Join the Language Exchange to meet new people, practice your foreign languages and spend a good time together. We will serve free tapas such as Bruschetta, Wedges, Nachos or similar.
**How it works**: Choose the country flag sticker of the languages that you speak or want to practice! Seat on the right language table and start your conversation with our conversation topic cards. Watch this short [Youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mDm3SWN3GPI) to know what to expect!
Average group size: 25 participants
**When**: Every Saturday, 20:00 - 22:00
**Where**: 2.Akt Zürich
**Price**: 10.- incl. Snacks
**Tickets**: https://tinyurl.com/LX-27-06-26 (please buy ticket online)
**WhatsApp Group**: https://chat.whatsapp.com/8jkvEUJ5jLp75fYglQFCNJ (join for updates & pics)
**After the Language Exchange:** Pub Crawl (optional)
For those who want to continue the night, we have a Bar Tour starting from the same place at 10PM. Watch [this video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VrBFWgXQNhw) to know what expect! Language Exchange participant get a 10fr discount when buying the combo-ticket online.
Your Event Hosts
Sébastien & Katja, Fernando
More info: [https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/languageexchange](https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/languageexchange)
Event pictures? Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/languageexchangezurich) and [FB](https://www.facebook.com/zurichlanguageexchange)
Clubbing Pub Crawl (Ending @ X-tra)
**Unique this time: Clubbing Pub Crawl + Zurich West!** Let's celebrate this unique nightlife Tour through the bars and pubs of Zurich West!
**What to expect**: Watch this short [Youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VrBFWgXQNhw) to know it all! In a group of expats, locals and tourists, you will experience Zurich's nightlife in a unique way. Tour-guides will take you to 3 different venues and make sure you spend a great night out!
**When**: Every Saturday - Meet @ 9pm
**Where**: 2.Akt Zürich
**Price**: from 25.- incl. shots, nachos, entrance fee to X-tra Club
**Tickets**: https://tinyurl.com/PC-27-06-26 (pls buy tickets in advance)
**WhatsApp Group**:[https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb) (Join for updates & pics)
**Before the Pub Crawl**:
If you come 1 hour earlier, you can participate to the Language Exchange. We encourage you to join both to have more time getting into the atmosphere and for the ease to meet new people.
Looking forward to seeing you all again!!
Sébastien & Katja, Fernando
More information: [https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/](https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/)
Event pictures? Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/pubcrawlzurich) and [FB](https://www.facebook.com/pubcrawlzurich)
Improv Comedy: A Stan is Born
[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<< ](https://link.social-circle.ch/HQLg)or
**[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)**
**Language:** English
A love letter to the divas and the people who stan them. Alexis grew up a closeted kid in New York, then got dragged along to rural Germany ⭐🎤
Céline, Whitney, Mariah, Beyoncé and Aretha became his lifeline and his teachers, and the way he found his own inner diva. Ten original songs, sung and played live on keyboard, wrapped around a funny and honest take on queer joy and the messier side of being a superfan.
Going with Social Circle is the perfect excuse to catch a show with good company.
📲 Join our Music Nights and Shows WhatsApp group for updates on this and similar event:
[https://link.social-circle.ch/3s5L](https://link.social-circle.ch/3s5L)
Tickets are handled by Close Encounters Theatre and are non-refundable. Photos may be taken at the venue.
Join our WhatsApp community for weekly event updates: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
A moment of creativity (supported by RENOVA)
**\>\>[Ticket here](https://social-circle.ch/events/a-moment-of-creativity-supported-by-renova)<<**
Looking for a way to unplug, tap into your creative side, and meet cool people? Join us for an inspiring, hands-on afternoon of sustainable art-making at a beautiful co-working (Headquarters) in Zürich!
Join our whatsapp group for updates on this event: **[https://link.social-circle.ch/eTkI](https://link.social-circle.ch/eTkI)**
Guided by mixed-media artist **Cristian Menumortu**, you’ll learn how to transform everyday images into stunning, original artworks. Whether you're a seasoned creator or haven't picked up a pair of scissors since primary school, this workshop is designed for **all skill levels**—absolutely no prior experience needed!
🎨 What to Expect
The technique of collaging is deeply meditative, relaxing, and wonderfully low-pressure. We’ll guide you through a flow that unlocks your creative energy:
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**Part 1: Guided Focus & Composition** We’ll kick off with fun exercises to get your creative juices flowing. Cristian will walk you through the fundamentals of composition, playing with textures, balancing elements, and choosing striking color schemes.
📍 Event Details
**What’s Included:** All art materials are fully provided! Just bring your curiosity and positive vibes. We will have some drinks and snacks to enjoy!
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🎟️ Reserve Your Spot
Spaces are limited to ensure a cozy, collaborative, and social atmosphere. Grab your ticket today and get ready to engage your senses, relax your mind, and create something beautiful!
Tickets are non-refundable. Photos might be taken at the event.
Join our weekly newsletter here: **[https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)**
Expat Turkish Events This Week
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Batik Tulis Workshop – Wax & Dye Textile Art (Zurich)
**Step away from the pace of everyday life and spend a day immersed in the quiet rhythm of batik.**
Batik is a traditional wax-resist textile art where patterns emerge slowly through the interaction of hot wax and dye. The process invites patience, attention, and a different sense of time — one where the act of making becomes as important as the final piece.
In this studio workshop we will explore the traditional batik tulis process using canting (the wax drawing tool) and dye.
The day unfolds gradually: observing how wax flows, how colour layers develop, and how patterns begin to reveal themselves on cloth.
Working with batik often becomes a quiet conversation between intention and discovery — balancing moments of control with moments of letting go as the wax and dye take their course. Many participants find that the process creates a natural space for focus, reflection, and an inner dialogue that unfolds through making.
During the workshop you will:
• learn the fundamentals of traditional batik wax-resist techniques
• create two small batik textiles (one guided, one your own design)
• experience the slow, meditative rhythm of working with wax, colour, and pattern
📍 Location
Artiloft – Craft Factory
Albulastrasse 24, 8048 Zurich
📅 Dates
• May 17, 2026
• June 28, 2026
• August 30, 2026
🕙 Time
10:00–16:30 (with lunch break)
💰 Price
CHF 240/ session (materials included)
Registration and payment are handled directly by Artiloft:
[https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture](https://en.artiloft.ch/service-page/batik-cire-teinture)
Languages: English / German
For those who feel drawn to explore batik more deeply, Hazura also hosts small immersive batik retreats in Yogyakarta where participants learn directly with local artisans. The **Subagya Art Retreat** offers a slower cultural immersion into the craft and its living traditions.
**Learn more:** [HazuraStudio | Subagya-art-retreat](https://www.hazurastudio.com/subagya-art-retreat)
Padel & Pasta
[⚠️ ](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)**[>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/V3uy)** or
**[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)**
Padel is the easiest racket sport to pick up. Five minutes on the court and you're rallying. We **mix the levels** so everyone has someone fun to play with. Come with friends, come solo, or come just for the pasta.
Oh, and the **winning team** walks away with a **yearly Padel, Tennis & Pickelball membership** at TC Opfikon-Glattbrugg🏆
📲Join our **WhatsApp group** for updates on this event:
[https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk](https://link.social-circle.ch/2Xsk)
**The night**
* 16:00 Arrival and speed friending rounds, so you actually know the people you'll share a court with 🤜🤛
* 16:45 Quick intro to the game: rules, scoring, the only three shots you need
* 17:00 to 21:00 Warm-up games and the friendly tournament 🎾 (outdoor)
\>\> 2 fields with games\, one with around the world\, one where you can improve your technique
* 20:00 Winners announced, pasta comes out 🍝
* 21:00 Approximate end
**The prize 🏆**
The winning team takes home a yearly Padel membership at TC Opfikon worth **CHF 290.** The format is built so beginners and experienced players have a real shot at it. Teams get balanced across rounds, so winning is more about energy and teamwork than backhand technique.
**This is for anyone...**
... curious about padel (no experience needed)
... who likes a relaxed competition with new people
... who likes pasta and music after sport
**What's included**
* Court time and equipment (rackets and balls provided)
* Beginner-friendly intro and coaching during play by Nicolas Chicherio, trained Padel coach
* Pasta and music after the games
* Welcome drink
Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp newsletter to stay updated: [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable.
The Sunday afternoon Socialise conversation at the Fire......
As Time is precious,
we do not want to waste it in too loud bars.
TheWooden Fire will inspire the conversation, as this is only with classic music in the background and a nice glas of champagne or wine in your hand...
There is [the Chattam house rule](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chatham_House_Rule) in place....
Please bring your manners and willingness to share your experience, and for sure your afternoon will be not wasted.
Was good wine, champagne, cheese plates, swiss fleischplatte and vegi will be served I ask a fee of 10 SFR so your good decision to join is followed up with good taste...
☕ Muslim Community Coffee — Weekly Sunday Gathering (Non-Muslims Welcome)
A relaxed weekly meetup for the Muslim community in Zurich — and anyone curious to connect — to catch up and enjoy good company over coffee. No agenda, no preparation needed. Just show up and be yourself.
What to expect
• Casual conversation and community vibes
• Great specialty coffee (their dattelcino is a must-try ☕)
• A welcoming space, open to everyone
• Occasionally, the group may spontaneously turn the morning into a day activity — a walk, an outing, or something fun. No pressure, always optional.
Whether you’re new to Zurich, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want a regular moment to reconnect with the community, this is your space.
We warmly welcome Muslims of all backgrounds and denominations, as well as non-Muslims who’d like to join, get to know the community, or simply share a good conversation.
Please register so we have a rough idea of who’s coming — it helps with seating!
📍 Location: Tamani Cafe · Leutschenbachstrasse 95, 8050 Zürich
Queer Speedfriending + Karaoke Pride Month Edition
**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/OKnE) or**
**[www.social-circle.ch](http://www.social-circle.ch/)**
**In collaboration with Queer Chemistry**
**🌈 It’s Pride Month! 🌈**
Meet new queers.
Make new friends.
Sing your heart out. 🎤🌈
**Join us for Queer Speedfriending + Karaoke: Pride Edition ✨**
Would you like to build more meaningful friendships within the queer community & have a night full of fun ?
During speedfriending, you’ll meet new people in short conversations - making it easy, fun and relaxed to connect 💛
Afterwards, we’ll keep the night going with karaoke, good vibes and lots of fun 🎶
**Join our group for updates on this event:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/NjBv](https://link.social-circle.ch/NjBv)
**This event is perfect if you want to:**
• Make new friends in the LGBTQ+ community
• Meet new people in a relaxed, structured & inclusive atmosphere
• Spend a joyful evening full of connection, fun & community spirit
Whether you come solo or with friends - everyone is welcome.
**🕢 Doors open: 19:30**
**🌈 Event starts: 19:45**
Come for the connections. Stay for the karaoke.
*Photos and short videos may be taken during the event. Let the host know if you prefer not to be in them. Tickets are non-refundable.*
**Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community to stay updated:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)
Summer Yoga and Brunch at Zurich Lake I Bring a friend for free
☀️ Summer Hatha Yoga & Brunch & Swim at Zurich Lake ☀️
**Bring a friend for free \| All levels welcome \| Perfect for first\-timers**
Join us for a relaxed and refreshing Hatha Yoga & Summer Brunch on Sunday 28st June in Zurich – in the green area near Wollishofen.
We’ll begin at 10:00 with 1h yoga practice, open to all levels – including beginners.
🧘 Yoga spots are limited to 20 participants. Cost is 25 CHF - please pay via Twint +41 791977702 to save your spot.
**Bring a friend for free – your guest joins yoga at no cost!**
🥐 After yoga, we’ll stay together from for a relaxed picnic-style brunch. This part is open to everyone – no registration, no fees. If the weather is good we could enjoy also a swim in the lake.
What to bring:
Yoga mat
Comfortable clothes
Water
Your own brunch items 🍓🥐🧃
To stay up to date join the WhatsApp group 🌿 or Instagram [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjcN8KKelJ7L5kNT40j6vT)
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