About us
Making friends as an adult isn't always easy.
Between work, busy schedules and familiar routines, meeting new people can feel harder than ever.
That's why we created Fast Friends.
For over 10 years, we've been bringing people together through fun, hosted social events in 30+ cities worldwide.
Whether you're new to Vancouver, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want to enjoy a great evening with friendly people, you'll find a warm welcome here.
Why join us?
✅ Most people attend on their own.
✅ Friendly hosts welcome you and make introductions.
✅ Meet lots of new people through relaxed, structured conversations.
✅ Stay afterwards for drinks and continue getting to know your new connections.
✅ Members from our other local Meetup communities also attend many events, creating larger and more diverse groups.
Whether you're a local, new to the city, or somewhere in between, we'd love to meet you.
Come solo. Leave with new friends. ❤️
Click on the link to our website and have a look at our other cities that we host in -
www.fastfriends.co.uk
Upcoming events
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Meet New People & Make Real Connections | Fast Friends at Alibi Room | 25–45
The Alibi Room, 157 Alexander Street, Vancouver, Vancouver, BC, CAMaking new friends as an adult isn't always easy.
You might meet plenty of people in Vancouver, but actually turning those encounters into genuine friendships can be the difficult part.That's why we created Fast Friends — a fun, hosted evening designed to make meeting new people easy, comfortable and natural.
This time, we're bringing Fast Friends to the Alibi Room in historic Gastown — a cozy, character-filled venue with a relaxed atmosphere, great drinks and plenty of space to settle in and connect. It's the perfect setting for an evening of conversations and new connections.
🎟️ Tickets – Book Early & Save
https://vanc24thoct.eventbrite.co.uk
Any debit or credit card accepted. No PayPal account required.
Advance bookings help us plan the right group size and reserve enough space to create the best experience for everyone.
Early Bird: CAD $10 (Limited availability)
Regular: CAD $15
Cash at the venue: CAD $20✨ THEMED FAST FRIENDS ROUNDS
Instead of leaving you to figure out who to talk to, we'll guide you through a series of short, themed conversation rounds.
Each round gives you a fresh person to meet and an easy topic to talk about — helping conversations flow naturally and making it easier to discover shared interests, experiences and those unexpected “Oh, me too!” moments.
You don't need to prepare anything, and you don't need to be naturally outgoing. Just show up, join in and let the conversations happen.✨ Why You'll Love It
💬 Have conversations that go beyond small talk
🤝 Meet lots of new people in one evening
🙋 Friendly host Lillian to welcome and introduce you
🏙️ Enjoy a relaxed evening in a unique Gastown setting
🍻 Stay afterwards for drinks and continue the conversations
❤️ Most people attend on their own🕖 How the Evening Works
7:00 PM – Welcome & Check-in
Meet your host Lillian, grab a drink and get introduced to other attendees. If it's your first time, arrive a little early and we'll help you settle in.
7:30 PM – Fast Friending
Enjoy a series of relaxed 3-minute conversations, giving you the chance to meet lots of interesting people in one evening.
8:30 PM onwards – Open Socialising
Stay, relax and continue chatting with your new connections over drinks.📍 New Venue
The Alibi Room
157 Alexander St, Vancouver, BC V6A 1B8
Located in historic Gastown, the Alibi Room offers a cozy, welcoming setting with character, great drinks and a relaxed atmosphere — a lovely place to spend an evening meeting new people.First Time?
You're in great company.
✅ Most people attend on their own.
✅ You'll never be left standing by yourself.
✅ Lillian will warmly welcome you, make introductions and help you feel comfortable throughout the evening.
RSVP numbers don't tell the whole story. Members from 8 of our local Meetup groups are also invited, so attendance is usually much higher than the number shown here.Who's It For?
This event is for ladies and gents aged 25–45 looking to expand their social circle, meet like-minded people and build genuine friendships in a relaxed and respectful environment.
Please note: This is a friendship event, not a dating event.About Fast Friends
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. Meet new people. Leave with new friends. ❤️75 attendees
🎃Halloween Special: Meet New People & Make New Friends | Ages 25–45
The Alibi Room, 157 Alexander Street, Vancouver, Vancouver, BC, CAHalloween is a great excuse to get out, meet some new people and have a night that's a little different from the usual social event. 👻
But if you're coming on your own, walking into a room full of strangers can still feel a little awkward.
That's where Fast Friends comes in.We've created a relaxed, hosted experience where you don't have to worry about who to approach or how to start a conversation. We'll guide you through fun, themed conversation rounds that give you an easy reason to talk, laugh and connect with different people throughout the evening.
Whether you come dressed up, come with a friend or arrive completely solo, you'll have an easy way to get involved and meet people.
🎟️ Tickets – Book Early & Save:
https://vancouver31stoct.eventbrite.co.uk
Any debit or credit card accepted. No PayPal account required.
Advance booking is strongly recommended. It helps us plan the right group size, reserve enough space and create a comfortable experience for everyone.
Early Bird: CAD $10 — Limited availability
Regular: CAD $15
Cash at the venue: CAD $20
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🎃 HALLOWEEN THEMED FAST FRIENDS
Forget standing around wondering who to talk to.
We'll guide you through a series of short, themed conversation rounds, with each round giving you a fresh person to meet and an easy topic to get things started.And this time, we're bringing Halloween into the conversations. 👻
🕷️ Fun Halloween-themed prompts
🎃 Unexpected conversation starters
👻 A spooky-story sharing round
😂 Plenty of opportunities to laugh and discover common interests
🤝 Lots of fresh faces to meet throughout the evening
You don't need to prepare anything, and you don't have to be naturally outgoing.
Just show up, join in and let the conversations happen.
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✨ WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
🎃 Experience Fast Friends with a Halloween twist
🤝 Meet lots of new people in one evening
💬 Move beyond the usual small talk
👻 Share stories and hear some unforgettable ones
🙋 Lillian will welcome you and make introductions
🏙️ Enjoy a relaxed Halloween evening in historic Gastown
🍻 Stay afterwards for drinks and continue the conversations
❤️ Most people attend on their own
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🕖 HOW THE EVENING WORKS
7:00 PM – Welcome & Check-in
Meet your host Lillian, grab a drink and get settled. If you're coming on your own, don't worry — we'll help you get involved from the beginning.
7:30 PM – Halloween Fast Friending 🎃
Take part in a series of relaxed 3-minute conversations, meeting different people throughout the evening.
Themed prompts and Halloween twists will help keep the conversations fun and flowing.
👻 And somewhere along the way, get ready to share your best spooky story!
8:30 PM onwards – Open Socialising
The hosted rounds finish, but the evening doesn't have to.
Stay for drinks, continue conversations and spend more time with the people you've connected with.
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📌 Important: Alibi Room Service Charge
Alibi Room applies a mandatory 20% service charge to groups of 8 or more, in accordance with their venue policy.
This charge is separate from your Fast Friends ticket and is applied to your food and/or drink bill at the venue.
We're mentioning this clearly in advance so there are no surprises when settling your bill on the night.
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🌟 COMING ALONE?
You're in great company.
Most people come on their own, so you definitely won't be the only person arriving without knowing anyone.
✅ Lillian will welcome you when you arrive.
✅ You'll have an easy way to start conversations.
✅ You'll meet different people throughout the evening.
✅ You won't be left wondering who to approach.
You can simply show up, join the first conversation and let the evening take it from there.
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📌 ABOUT ATTENDANCE
The Meetup RSVP number doesn't tell the whole story.
Members from 8 local Meetup groups are also invited to join us, so the final group can be considerably different from the RSVP number shown on Meetup.
If you're planning to come, booking your ticket in advance helps us know the actual numbers and reserve the right amount of space for the group.
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👥 WHO'S IT FOR?
Ladies and gents aged 25–45 who want to:
🤝 Meet new people
✨ Expand their social circle
💬 Have better conversations
❤️ Build genuine friendships
🎃 Enjoy a fun Halloween evening
Whether you've just moved to Vancouver or have lived here for years, you're welcome.
Costumes are welcome but completely optional. 🎃👻
Please note: This is a friendship-focused event, not a dating event.
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❤️ ABOUT FAST FRIENDS
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.
We take away the awkward first step and give you an easy way to start connecting.This Halloween, come for the spooky stories, stay for the conversations and maybe leave with a few new friends. 👻❤️
Come solo. Meet fresh faces. Share a spooky story. Leave with new friends.60 attendees
Meet New Friends & Make Real Connections | Fast Friends | Ages 25–45
The Library Square Pub, 300 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6B 6B4, Canada, Canada, BC, CALooking to expand your social circle and meet people beyond your usual routine? 🤝
Whether you're new to Vancouver or have lived here for years, meeting people is one thing — finding opportunities to connect and build genuine friendships is another.
Fast Friends makes it easier.Join us for a relaxed, hosted social evening where you'll meet different people through guided 3-minute conversations, fun icebreakers and themed conversation prompts. No awkwardly approaching strangers or wondering what to say — just an easy way to start talking, share a few laughs and discover what you have in common.
🎟️ BOOK EARLY & SAVE: https://vanc14thnov.eventbrite.co.uk
Any debit or credit card accepted — no PayPal account required.
Booking in advance helps us plan the expected group size, reserve enough space and create a comfortable experience for everyone.
Early Bird: CAD $10
Regular: CAD $15
Cash at the venue: CAD $20✨ WHAT MAKES FAST FRIENDS DIFFERENT?
🤝 Meet lots of new people in one evening
💬 Guided conversations that help break the ice naturally
✨ Themed prompts to spark interesting conversations and uncover shared interests
🙋 A friendly host, Lillian, to welcome you and introduce you to others
🍻 Stay afterwards for drinks and continue getting to know people
❤️ Most guests attend on their own, so coming solo is completely normal!🕖 HOW THE EVENING UNFOLDS
7:00 PM – Welcome & Check-in
Meet Lillian, grab a drink and get settled. If you're coming alone, don't worry — we'll help you feel comfortable and introduce you to other guests.
7:30 PM – Fast Friending
The conversations begin! Enjoy a series of relaxed 3-minute rounds, giving you the chance to meet a variety of people without the pressure of figuring out how to approach them.
✨ Themed Conversation Rounds
Fun prompts and icebreakers help keep conversations flowing, reveal shared interests and create those unexpected moments when you discover you have something in common.
8:30 PM onwards – Open Socialising
Stay for a drink, revisit conversations you enjoyed and spend more time with the people you've met. There's no rush to leave when the hosted rounds finish!👋 COMING ON YOUR OWN?
You'll be in good company.
Many guests arrive solo, and our hosted format is designed to make joining in easy.
✅ Jasmine will welcome you and help make introductions.
✅ You'll have conversation starters to help you get talking.
✅ You'll meet different people throughout the evening.
✅ You'll have the option to stay afterwards and get to know people better.
You don't need to be the most outgoing person in the room. Just come as you are and be open to meeting someone new.📌 A NOTE ABOUT ATTENDANCE
Meetup RSVP numbers show interest, but they don't confirm attendance. Members from 8 local Meetup communities are also invited, so the final turnout may differ from the number displayed on Meetup.
We recommend booking your ticket in advance to confirm your place and help us plan the right amount of space.👥 WHO IS IT FOR?
Ladies and gents aged 25–45 who want to meet new people, expand their social circle and build genuine friendships in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Whether you're new to Vancouver, looking to meet people outside work or simply ready to make some fresh connections, you're welcome!
Please note: This is a friendship event, not a dating event.🌍 ABOUT FAST FRIENDS
For over 10 years, Fast Friends has been bringing people together through hosted social events in 30+ cities worldwide, helping thousands of people make genuine connections.
We believe that making friends doesn't have to start with an awkward introduction. Sometimes, all it takes is a welcoming atmosphere, a good conversation and the chance to meet someone new.
❤️ Come solo. Start a conversation. See who you connect with.8 attendees
Past events
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