About us
New to Vancouver? Let's make it feel like home.
Starting over in a new city can be exciting—but building a new social circle isn't always easy.
That's why we created Vancouver Newcomers.
For over 10 years, we've been bringing people together through hosted social events in 30+ cities worldwide, helping newcomers, locals, expats, and international residents build genuine friendships.
Whether you've just moved to Vancouver or are simply looking to expand your social circle, you'll find a warm and welcoming community here.
Why Join Us?
🤝 Meet friendly people who are also looking to make new friends.
🙋 Friendly hosts welcome you and make introductions.
❤️ Most people attend on their own.
🌎 Meet newcomers, locals, and people from around the world.
🎉 Members from our other local Meetup communities also attend many events, creating larger and more diverse groups.
Whether you're looking for friendship, great conversations, or people to explore Vancouver with, we'd love to welcome 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 Friends & Make Real Connections | Fast Friends | Ages 25–45
Browns Socialhouse Queen Elizabeth Theatre (QE Theatre), 675 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V6B 2P1, Canada, Vancouver, BC, CAVancouver has plenty of places to go and people to meet — but how often do you get the chance to connect with a whole group of new people in one evening?
That's what makes Fast Friends different.
Join us for a relaxed, hosted social experience where meeting new people feels natural. Through guided 3-minute conversations, fun icebreakers and themed conversation prompts, you'll have plenty of opportunities to discover shared interests, exchange stories and meet people you might never otherwise have crossed paths with.🎟️ **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, arrange suitable space and create the best experience for everyone.
Early Bird: CAD $10
Regular: CAD $15
Cash at the venue: CAD $20❤️ **WHY YOU'LL LOVE FAST FRIENDS**
🤝 Meet a variety of new people in one evening
💬 Guided 3-minute conversations make getting to know people easier
✨ Fun, themed conversation prompts help uncover shared interests and unexpected connections
🙋 Your friendly host,Jasmine , will welcome you and help make introductions
🍻 Stay afterwards for food, drinks and more relaxed conversations
🌆 Enjoy a social evening at a lively downtown Vancouver venue
❤️ Most guests attend on their own, so you won't be the only one arriving solo!🕖 **HOW THE EVENING WORKS**
**7:00 PM – Welcome & Check-in**
Meet Lillian, get settled and start feeling at home. Coming alone? No worries — we'll help you meet people and get the conversations started.
**7:30 PM – Fast Friending**
The fun begins! Take part in a series of relaxed 3-minute conversations, meeting different people throughout the evening without the pressure of approaching strangers.
**✨ Themed Conversation Rounds**
Enjoy fun prompts and icebreakers designed to keep conversations flowing, help you discover common ground and create those unexpected “Oh, me too!” moments.
**8:30 PM onwards – Open Socialising**
The hosted rounds finish, but you can keep the evening going. Stay for a drink or a bite to eat, revisit conversations you enjoyed and get to know your new connections a little better.
🍻 Browns Socialhouse also advertises a daily late-night Social Hour from 9 PM until closing. Check with the venue for the current offers and availability on the evening.📍 **OUR VENUE**
**Browns Socialhouse – Queen Elizabeth Theatre**
675 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P1
Located near the iconic Queen Elizabeth Theatre, this downtown restaurant and bar offers a lively setting for catching up, enjoying food and drinks, and spending time with new people.
It's a great option if you'd like to make a full evening of it — start with Fast Friends, then stay on to socialise.👋 **COMING ON YOUR OWN?**
You're in great company!
Many guests arrive solo, and the 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 can stay afterwards and spend more time with the people you connect with.
You don't have to be the most outgoing person in the room. Just come as you are, be open to meeting someone new and let the evening unfold.📌 **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 so we can plan the group size and arrange the right amount of space.👥 **WHO IS IT FOR?**
Ladies and gents aged **25–45** who want to:
🤝 Expand their social circle
✨ Meet fresh faces outside their usual routine
💬 Enjoy engaging conversations
❤️ Build genuine friendships
🌆 Discover new social connections in Vancouver
Whether you're new to Vancouver, looking to meet people outside work or simply ready to broaden your social circle, 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 build genuine friendships.
We believe connecting with people shouldn't feel complicated. Sometimes, all it takes is a welcoming atmosphere, a little help getting the conversation started and the opportunity to meet someone new.
❤️ **Come solo. Meet fresh faces. Enjoy the evening. Leave with new friends.**5 attendees
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.
🎟️ Book Early & Save: https://vanc28thnov.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
Regular: CAD $15
Cash at the venue: CAD $20✨ Great Conversations Edition
This special edition is all about moving beyond the usual small talk.
With fun icebreakers and engaging conversation prompts, you'll have an easy way to start talking, discover common interests and have conversations that actually go somewhere.Whether you come alone or with a friend, our friendly host Lillian will welcome you, make introductions and help you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive.
✨ 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. ❤️2 attendees
Past events
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