It’s a common sentiment that meeting people gets tougher after graduation. Gone are the days of social gatherings at late-night CCAs and student clubs, replaced by 9-6 work weeks and sleep-in weekends. Worse still – even if you’re game to put yourself out there, it may be a little tricky to find a communal space where you can seek to build meaningful relationships.
Lucky for you, social mixers around Singapore are gaining popularity. So if you’re looking to hype up your social calendar, here’s a list of social gatherings in Singapore that you can join.
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A laundromat is probably not what you have in mind as a social gathering venue. Enter Hangout Laundry, an actual laundromat founded by Ms Low Seow Yee, that doubles up as a communal space for gatherings.
In an interview with TSL, she shared about her 10-year stint at Timbre, where she was involved in building user-friendly spaces, which sparked the idea of a laundromat as a hangout spot.
“Laundry is something everyone does, but it’s often a chore that takes time. I wanted to create a space where we take back that time for more rewarding and productive activities,” said Seow Yee.
Earlier this year, she hosted Fold & Flirt, a Valentine’s mixer event. The gathering, which featured drinks, games, and even 3 live DJs, had an entry fee of $20 inclusive of a drink. Anyone who entered with one free wash or dry load for laundry had a free entry.
“Going to conventional mixers can be pressuring for some. Since a laundromat is a more relatable and accessible place, people feel more comfortable and can return to their laundry any time they need a break from socialising,” said Seow Yee.
Future events at Hangout Laundry extend beyond dating mixers, with upcoming ones such as Laundrodance, a tech house beats party with live DJs organised by Better Say Yess on 16th May 2025, from 8pm-11pm.
Then, there’s the collaboration with Aliwal Chess Club for a midnight chess session while you wait for your laundry to be done, to be held on 24th May between 7pm-2am.
In Q3, you can look forward to Design the Good Life 2025, in collaboration with Bold at Work at Hangout Laundry, featuring open-mic storytelling on work-life struggles, themed around cleansing and renewal, running from 19th to 28th September 2025. Be sure to bring a load of laundry when you drop by!
Contact: Hangout Laundry Instagram | Hangout Laundry website
Friendzone was established in 2018 by Ms Grace Ann Chua as a chance for people to get together as friends. Today, it hosts paid events for young adults to discuss common life topics like friendships, success, and family.
Some events, like Yap & Nom, a collaboration with 7-Eleven that served ready-to-eat food to young adults, were free of charge. Others, like Let’s Talk About Success, which was priced at $34.90 inclusive of a welcome drink, were chargeable events.
University student Gabriel Lim shared his experience as a first-timer. “My first experience was quite eye-opening as I was quite skeptical about these events. But I saw firsthand how they could bring the community together, fostering new and stronger bonds,” said Gabriel.
When asked about tips for attendees who may be daunted by such big events, Gabriel highlighted the importance of keeping an open mind.
“As a fellow introvert, I completely empathise. But if you are keen to get to know more people or open your mind and heart to the diversity in our society, you’ll be amazed at who you’ll meet,” said Gabriel.
Contact: Friendzone Instagram | Friendzone website
That Run Club is one of the many running clubs that have popped up across Singapore in recent years. It was founded by former “‘cardio kills gains’ gym girl” Dorcas Heng, who became a running enthusiast after her time abroad in Australia.
“Whether you’re there to run, jog, walk, or even cycle, it’s something that should be celebrated,” said Dorcas. “For me, I surrounded myself with people who encouraged and spurred me on during my small wins. Finding a support system definitely helped me to continue my running journey.”
If you’re anything like me, who needs a good deal of social pressure to spur me into action, a running club could be just the thing for you.
That Run Club meets at least once a week at either Kallang Riverside or Marina Bay. Since they run on a regular schedule rather than as one-off events, it’s easier to build lasting relationships with like-minded individuals. There’s even a girl-only zoomies on the first Wednesday of each month.
“The whole point of social zoomies is that it’s not about pace, or even distance, but showing up for yourself and having fun,” said Dorcas.
Contact: That Run Club Instagram | That Run Club Telegram channel
A powerhouse in the social mixer circle, Never Strangers has amassed over 6,000 followers on their Instagram. They organise social mixers that are open to anyone seeking connections, whether romantic or platonic.
Their events have even broken geographical boundaries, with past mixers held in Malaysia and the Philippines.
Never Strangers’ target demographic varies according to the applicant pool, and participants are shortlisted accordingly. However, there’s a minimum participating age of 21, with mixers ranging from 50 to 120 participants. You can also expect to pay an entry fee of around $47.
The events are invite-only, and applicants are required to register for an account so that the organisers can ensure that attendees are signing up for the right reasons. Once you’ve been approved, you’ll be free to sign up for future events.
Upon arrival at any of their mixers, attendees have to fill out a questionnaire, with the responses fed into an AI. The event generally starts with icebreaker activities, after which each attendee gets paired up with a fellow attendee based on their responses to the questionnaire.
They organise two mixers each month, separately targeted towards platonic and romantic relationships
Contact: Never Strangers Instagram | Never Strangers Website
With their own cosy corner aptly called Stranger Space, at 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, Stranger Convos is a social mixer for anyone seeking a safe community with like-minded folks.
Born of a desire to meet people who have taken unconventional paths in life, Ang Jin Shaun wanted to create a community for individuals to share their interests and have deeper conversations. They’ve hosted more than 200 events since 2023, such as talks on financial literacy, pub trivia nights, and even an upcoming talk on menstruation.
In an interview with Glenda Ong, a member of the Stranger Convos community, she shared her experience being part of the network since 2024. “I wanted to expand my social circle and made it a personal challenge to make 100 friends within two and a half months, so I decided to join Stranger Convos,” she said.
“There’s always a sense of community because we’re all attached to this physical space, which we take care of.”
Stranger Space is open on weekdays, and visitors are invited to use the space freely and interact with Strangers-in-Residence. Most events, organised by members, take place on weekends.
“It’s a really unique community where you’re guaranteed an introspective conversation with people who come from all walks of life,” said Glenda, when asked about what attendees can expect.
If you’re interested in joining this vibrant community, Stranger Socials is the staple monthly event where visitors and members can gather.
Contact: Stranger Conversations Instagram | Stranger Conversations Website | Stranger Conversations Telegram channel
Helmed by friends Jarell Low and Wei Yue Dong, Offline is a social mixer targeted towards 25-35-year-olds.
With over 30 events – including ones hosted in Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta – under their belt since the mixer was founded in 2022, Offline is a force to be reckoned with in the social mixer community.
Inspired by their experiences abroad, Jarell and Wei Yue wanted to recreate their experience of making friends with strangers during their travels, and provide a space for others to meet.
In order to register for the event, participants have to fill out a “vibe check” form, which the team will then use to shortlist 40 participants each time. Selected applicants will then receive further details about the event, and have to pay an entry fee of approximately $35.
When asked about their selection criteria, Wei Yue stressed the importance of participants’ willingness to be genuine and open-minded. “They have to be open to new experiences and new perspectives,” he said.
The event usually kicks off with an icebreaker game hosted by Jarell and Wei Yue, after which participants are free to mingle with their fellow attendees. “Work talk” is strongly discouraged, in a rule inspired by Single’s Inferno.
“In Singapore, there seems to be a tendency for people to rely too much on work talks to begin conversations. The rule may make people feel uncomfortable, but we think being uncomfortable is a good thing,” said Jarrel.
For those who may be daunted by social mixers, the founders suggest practical tips like preparing your own questions beforehand, and being genuinely curious about others.
“I think it’s about curiosity and being observant of the people you meet, that can help you get out of your comfort zone and get the ball rolling,” said Wei Yue.
Sign-ups for Offline’s next event on 11th April 2025 are now open.
Contact: Offline Instagram
If you missed your CCA days back in school, this could be the social mixer for you. Let’s Hang For Real is an initiative started by a group of friends who love throwing spontaneous dinner parties.
They were inspired by the idea of expanding one’s social circles through mutual friends. If you’re tired of making plans that don’t make it out of the group chat, Let’s Hang For Real does the heavy lifting for you.
Relatively new to the social mixers game, the initiative’s first mixer was hosted in 2024, where they invited attendees to create their own vision boards.
So far, the group has hosted events like a Christmas home cafe with a mini gift market, dinner gatherings, and even a collaboration with That Run Club.
Contact: Let’s Hang For Real Instagram | Let’s Hang For Real Telegram channel
Dinner With Strangers is a passion project founded by Joell Tee that invites attendees to dine with a group of strangers. Joell hosts the dinners in person, and personally curates the guest list to ensure the best vibes and conversations at the table.
Participants fill out a questionnaire designed by Joell to draw out their quirks and personalities, from which she shortlists a group of 10-12 participants.
“My criteria shifts according to each pool of applicants, and I don’t ask for demographic information apart from age and names to make sure the pool is diverse. So my decision depends on how I think applicants will be able to gel,” said Joell.
Shortlisted applicants will then receive anonymised profile cards, and decide who they would like to be seated with, after which the results are run through a formula for optimised seating. The dinner fee varies according to the venue, with prices in the range of $50-$100 including an admin fee.
The concept is similar to Timeleft, a social events platform that books a venue and matches strangers for dinner meetings. But instead of attendees being tossed into the venue alone, Joell sits with guests at the table.
“I think being there personally to host is something unique to DWS. It’s marketed as a social gathering, so we have attendees who are attached or even married,” said Joell. “There’s no pressure to market your best self like at a dating mixer, and it’s more community building than anything.”
Future dinners have been planned for the end of May, and another in August. Sign-ups on the Instagram page open a month before each event and close two weeks later. You can also reach out to be put on the waitlist.
Contact: Dinner With Strangers Instagram
Founded by the Dinner With Strangers creator Joell Tee, and Nicole Lim, Fishbowl is a mixer loosely inspired by Shark Tank and is marketed towards singles seeking romance.
Three editions of the mixer have been hosted so far, at venues like Monk’s Brew Club and Tipsy Flamingo. They’ve even had a collaboration with Oatly and Guerilla Coffee, where oat milk espresso martinis were provided at the event.
The mixer is anchored on the idea of friends pitching their single friends to fellow singles at the event, with each pitch featuring a 3-minute PowerPoint presentation. After the pitching, participants will be allocated groups, which will rotate every 20 minutes. Even if you’re there without a pitcher, you can still sign up and join in during the timed group session.
A sample pitch will be sent out to applicants who may be nervous about creating a deck.
“Be kind in the way you pitch yourself and your friend. You can be humorous and gracious about it. Even if you’re nervous, it’s totally normal, but don’t let that deter you from trying something new,” said Joell.
Another Fishbowl is in the works, possibly at the end of the second quarter of the year.
Contact: Fishbowl Instagram
Another exciting addition to 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, The Glass Hut operates as a studio and creative space for artists. The space has hosted a range of events, like jam sessions, art workshops, and art galleries.
Helmed by big names like Nathan Hartono, Andrew Marko, Cruise Chen, and Farhan Remy, The Glass Hut is meant to be a safe haven for creatives.
Similar to Fishbowl, it also hosts its own spin on “pitch your friend” dating events, Meet Me In The Middle. It has hosted 4 editions so far since August 2024, each featuring a unique theme like Music and Fitness with an entry fee (around $30/pax).
“We love to experiment, and we realised that a lot of incredible people who attend our events for social purposes are also open to deeper connections, we thought that it would be a fun thing to try out!” said Dione Keh, one of the organisers of Meet Me In The Middle.
When asked about the inspiration behind their pitch format, they mentioned similar events done in Vietnam, and found it less awkward than traditional dating mixers.
“It’s also a great way for friends to bond with one another, it’s truly so heartwarming to see friends being each other’s number one cheerleaders!”
The mixers follow a similar programme: an icebreaker to kick off the event, back-to-back pitches capped at 3 minutes each, followed by intermission games, another round of pitching, and then a free and easy time to mingle. There’s also a DJ spinning at the party, and even if you aren’t keen on pitching or being pitched to, you can still hang around to interact with participants.
“It was a fun experience pitching and being pitched to. The audience was really supportive, and it honestly felt like a party,” said a previous attendee at Meet Me In The Middle’s fitness edition.
When asked about tips for those who may be nervous about attending, she emphasised the importance of having the right mindset. “We went in just wanting to have fun and meet new people, which we did! The icebreaker games were great, but how it unfolds after that is dependent on what you make of it.”.
Future mixers are in the works.
Contact: Glass Hut Instagram
Some may complain about Singapore being a tiny island, which also leads to a small social circle. However, that may not be a bad thing. These mixers could be a great way to start unlikely friendships, even if your Instagram reveals you have more than 10 mutuals.
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Cover image adapted from: @that.runclub via Instagram, @dws.sg via Instagram, @hangoutlaundry.sg via Instagram
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