What we’re about
hi 食飽未 привіт sveika cześć ciao здрасьте ahoj שלום servus 今日は hola! We are London's community for expats, travelers, "third culture kids" (TCKs) and everyone who has an international, multicultural or multilingual story.
Since 2012 we run weekly socials, excursions and cultural activities while fostering a safe, inclusive and civilised atmosphere.
All our events are volunteer-run, so if you'd like to join or help our team, please message our team account "TP".
We hope that you will make the most out of your time in London and make your journey matter with World Citizens!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- ⭐ World Citizens Friday Social 🌍🍸 Drinks, Chats & International Friends ✨🌙London Bridge, London
Want to meet friendly people, unwind after a busy week, and connect with curious minds from around the world in a relaxed setting? You’ve come to the right place! Our Friday Social is the warm, conversation-friendly alternative to the typical nights out. Whether you're new to London or have been here for years, you're very welcome!
💬 What to Expect
- A chilled-out vibe in a central London venue, perfect for making real connections—not just small talk.
- Friendly, international people (ages 20s–30s) who value openness, kindness, and curiosity.
- Great conversations, new friends, and possibly an optional after-party if the mood is right.
We typically host 50–80 people each week, and many attendees return regularly!
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🎟 How to Join – Entry by Free Lottery
To ensure a safe, inclusive and diverse space, attendance is limited and managed through a free lottery system. This helps us keep a great group dynamic and prevent overcrowding.
👉 Click here to enter the ticket lottery via Eventbrite (or go to https://worldcitizenfridays.eventbrite.co.uk/). Winners will receive the exact location by email a few hours before the event.
⏰ Timing: Arrive anytime from 7:00 PM. Most people stay until 11PM (or head to the after-party!).
📍 Location: A central London pub near Bank/Monument (5–10 mins walk from the Meetup map pin). Exact details are shared with lottery winners only.***
✅ Who It's For
- You're new to London or simply want to expand your circle.
- You enjoy thoughtful, informal conversation.
- You want a social space that isn’t dominated by loud music or heavy drinking (though drinks are optional!).
We proudly encourage diversity at our events!
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🧭 Three Simple Guidelines
- Be respectful of everyone, including space and boundaries.
- Come with a friendly, open attitude.
- Don’t arrive intoxicated—this is a chill and respectful crowd.
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🙋♀️ Want to Help or Get Involved?
We’re always looking for warm, welcoming people to help greet newcomers and grow this special community.
📩 Ask the host or message "TP" if you’d like to get involved.🌟 Explore More
Love this vibe? We also run:- Saturday Café in Chelsea ☕ – perfect for deeper chats over coffee
- Walks, museum visits & more – to discover London together!
Keep an eye on our main World Citizens events page for what’s coming up next.
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DISCLAIMER: We are a 100% volunteer-run team. Despite careful planning and structure this is a private informal activity, so we cannot be liable for any damage or inconvenience. However, we put safety and comfort first. We take all complaints seriously, and take severe action against any form of harassment, verbal or non-verbal, and anti-social behaviour. We collaborate with the police if needed. We take photos and videos which may include you to help promote the community in line with GDPR Data Protection law, as well as stock photos from Pexels or Unsplash. We may restrict or prioritize guests at our own discretion for safety, quality and logistics reasons. While our admin decisions may not always be perfect we ask that you follow our decisions first and raise any disputes to discuss with us later and privately. By attending you understand, agree with and respect all terms of this disclaimer.
