About us
Welcome to Zurich New in Town Social! 🇨🇭
New to Zurich? You don't have to build your social life alone.
Moving to a new city is exciting—but it can also be challenging. Whether you've just arrived, have been here for a while, or simply want to meet new people, our community is here to help you feel at home.
Our mission is simple:
To help people build genuine friendships through fun, relaxed, professionally hosted social events.
Because every great friendship starts with one conversation.
🌍 Who is this group for?
Whether you're:
✈️ New to Zurich
🌎 An expat
🇨🇭 A local looking to expand your social circle
💼 A professional
🎓 An international student
🤝 Or simply looking for genuine friendships...
...you'll be warmly welcomed.
Most of our members come on their own, so if you're attending solo, you're in great company.
✨ What makes us different?
Walking into a room full of strangers can feel intimidating.
That's why every event is hosted by a friendly organiser who welcomes everyone, makes introductions, and helps conversations flow naturally.
You'll never feel like you're joining a group where everyone already knows each other.
Each event is designed to help you meet new people in a relaxed, pressure-free environment.
❤️ Friendship First
We're a friendship-focused community.
Our events are about meeting interesting people, expanding your social circle, and creating meaningful connections.
Whether you're looking for new friends, weekend plans, travel companions, or simply good conversations, you'll find a welcoming community here.
🌍 About Fast Friends
Our events are part of the Fast Friends community, which has been connecting people for over 10 years across 30+ cities worldwide.
We've helped hundreds of thousands of people make new friends through professionally hosted social events. �
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We can't wait to welcome you.
Your next friendship could begin at your very first event. 💙
Click on the link to our website and have a look at our other cities that we host in -
https://fastfriends.co.uk/
I very much hope that you will join us and create a vibrant social community!
Upcoming events
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Fast Friends Zurich | Meet New People (Ages 25–45)
Lady Hamilton´s Pub, Beatengasse 11, Zürich, CHLooking to meet new people in Zurich without the awkwardness?
Zurich comes alive in the summer—and so should your social life. Join us for a relaxed evening of Fast Friends, where guided conversations make it easy to meet like-minded people in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you're new to Zurich or simply looking to expand your social circle, you'll enjoy great conversations, genuine connections, and a friendly evening where most people attend on their own.
🎟 Tickets: https://zurich1staugust.eventbrite.co.uk
You can use any debit or credit card at PayPal checkout. A PayPal account is not required.Ticket Prices
Early Bird: CHF 5
Regular: CHF 10
Cash at the Meetup: CHF 15 to our host Neo (please bring exact change)What to Expect
🕖 7:00 PM – Welcome
Meet your host, Neo, who will welcome everyone and help with introductions. Feeling a little shy? Arrive a few minutes early and we'll introduce you to a small group before the event begins so you can settle in comfortably.
💬 7:30–8:30 PM – Fast Friends
Meet a variety of people through a series of short, guided conversations, making it easy to connect without awkward introductions or trying to break into existing groups.
We'll also include a few themed conversation rounds to keep things fun, relaxed, and help you discover shared interests beyond the usual introductions.
🍻 From 8:30 PM – Drinks & Mingling
Reconnect with the people you enjoyed meeting and continue conversations naturally over drinks.Why People Love Fast Friends
✔ Meet a variety of like-minded people in one evening.
✔ Most guests come on their own, so you'll never feel out of place.
✔ Friendly hosts who make everyone feel welcome.
✔ A relaxed, pressure-free atmosphere where conversations happen naturally.
✔ Stay afterwards to continue conversations and build genuine friendships.Good to Know
This event is for ladies and gentlemen aged 25–45.
Fast Friends is not speed dating. Our focus is on helping people build friendships and meaningful social connections in a relaxed setting. While friendships can naturally develop into something more, that's not the purpose of the event.
Members from our other Zurich Meetup groups may also attend, creating an even more vibrant evening.Why We Use Tickets
Your ticket helps us create a better experience by supporting our hosts, organising suitable venues, managing group sizes, and creating a welcoming, well-organised event.About Fast Friends
For over 10 years, Fast Friends has helped thousands of people connect across 30+ cities through welcoming, well-organised social events.
Come for the experience. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new friends.3 attendees
Meet New Friends in Zurich | Fast Friends: Connection Rounds (25–45)
Time Lounge Zurich, Bahnhofplatz 15, Zürich, CHMeet New Friends. Skip the Awkwardness.
Looking to expand your social circle?
Unlike a typical social where people often stick with those they already know, Fast Friends makes meeting new people easy. Our friendly host guides a series of fun, fast-paced conversations, so you'll meet lots of people in one evening—without the awkward introductions.
🎉 Please note that attendees come from across our five Zurich Meetup communities, so the number attending is often higher than shown on this page.
Most guests come on their own, so if you're coming solo, you'll be in great company.
Come solo. Leave with new friends.🚆 Conveniently located inside Zurich Main Station (Bahnhofplatz 15), TIME Lounge is easy to reach from anywhere in the city.
🎟 Tickets: https://zurichaug15th.eventbrite.co.uk
You can use any debit or credit card at PayPal checkout. A PayPal account is not required.Ticket Prices
Early Bird: CHF 5
Regular: CHF 10
Cash at the Meetup: CHF 15 to our host Neo (please bring exact change)✨ Your Evening Includes
🤝 Hosted Fast Friends conversation rounds
🎯 Fun themed conversation rounds based on shared interests
💬 A special Beyond Small Talk round with thought-provoking questions
🍹 Time afterwards to relax, continue chatting, and enjoy food or drinks togetherEvent Flow
🕖 7:00 PM – Welcome & Mingling
Meet your host, grab a drink, and settle in. If you're arriving on your own, don't worry—our host will introduce you to other guests before we begin.
🤝 7:30 PM – Fast Friends
Meet a new person every few minutes through fun, guided one-on-one conversations. It's the easiest way to meet lots of people in a relaxed atmosphere.
🎯 Shared Interest Rounds
Throughout the evening, we'll mix in themed rounds based on topics like travel, food, hobbies, weekend adventures, or books—making it even easier to discover common interests.
💬 Beyond Small Talk
One special round features thoughtful questions that go beyond the usual introductions and lead to more memorable conversations.
🍽️ 8:30 PM Onwards – Stay & Socialise
The structured part of the evening ends, but the conversations don't. Stay for dinner or drinks, reconnect with the people you enjoyed meeting most, and continue building new friendships.Why People Love Fast Friends
✔ Meet 15–20 new people in one evening
✔ No awkward introductions or cliques
✔ Hosted by a friendly organiser who makes everyone feel welcome
✔ Fun conversation themes that make connecting easy
✔ Perfect if you're coming on your own—most people do
✔ Relaxed atmosphere focused on friendship, not datingGood to Know
This event is for ladies and gentlemen aged 25–45.Fast Friends is not speed dating. Our focus is on helping people build friendships and meaningful social connections in a relaxed setting. While friendships can naturally develop into something more, that's not the purpose of the event.
Members from our other Zurich Meetup groups may also attend, creating an even more vibrant evening.
Why We Use Tickets
Your ticket helps us create a better experience by supporting our hosts, organising suitable venues, managing group sizes, and creating a welcoming, well-organised event.About Fast Friends
For over 10 years, Fast Friends has helped thousands of people connect across 30+ cities through welcoming, well-organised social events.
Come for the experience. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new friends.3 attendees
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