{"title": "Fast friends", "start": "2026-11-13T19:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Whittington Park Community Centre", "address": "", "price": "£6", "price_from": "6.00", "price_to": "6.00", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["society/friendship"], "description": "Fast friends is a platonic speed dating event for adults aged 18 and over who want to make new mates, whether they are new to London or simply after more pals. The night promises games, snacks and a quiz in a fun atmosphere.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/fast-friends-84337/", "official_url": "", "image": "", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-13T19:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Whittington Park Community Centre", "address": "", "tickets": ""}, {"start": "2026-11-14T19:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Whittington Park Community Centre", "address": "", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "The Friend Zone", "start": "2026-11-06T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Old London Road cafe", "address": "Old London Road 52, KT2 6QF Kingston upon Thames", "price": "£6 | £8", "price_from": "6.00", "price_to": "8.00", "category": "food-drink", "tags": ["community/meetup"], "description": "The Friend Zone is a cosy, low-pressure social evening designed to make meeting new people easier, with no dating involved. Guests rotate through a series of short chats, each with a different talking point such as favourite TV shows, childhood toys and comfort films. You don't need to bring a group or be outgoing — just turn up, grab a drink and see who you click with.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-friend-zone-50323/", "official_url": "https://olrcafe.co.uk/event/the-friend-zone/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/97de337fa6a23d9d0efe11d87e4e37448b35a17add3aa469f6432a40f18df752-2000.webp"}, {"title": "⭐ London Social for 30s & 40s | Meet New People ⭐", "start": "2026-11-10T19:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-10T22:00:00Z", "place": "Tank & Paddle Minster Court", "address": "Mincing Lane 3, EC3R 7AA London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community"], "description": "A friendly, informal social evening for people in their 30s and 40s living or working in London who want to meet new people and expand their social circle in a relaxed, low-pressure setting. It is hosted by the group London Social Circle - 30s & 40s, run by OkGather, whose Super Organizer hosts it. The gatherings are self-hosted rather than formally led, so conversations develop naturally without structured introductions or activities, and tables are booked under the group's name with a sign to help you find the group. Attendees must become OkGather members beforehand and are asked to arrive on time, since people introduce themselves at the start.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/london-social-for-30s-40s-meet-new-people-94027/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/dc3ffc4febfb7c2ac772ca7aa6b7bc15f36a58360641ef0f15a20892af902983-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Let's Go Fairgame ST PAULS - NEW GAMES!! - 75 Mins of Games (7 X SPOTS LEFT)", "start": "2026-11-06T19:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-06T21:30:00Z", "place": "Fairgame - City", "address": "EC4M 9AF, London, London", "price": "£34", "price_from": "34.00", "price_to": "34.00", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games"], "description": "A social games evening at Fairgame, a new grown-up fairground venue opposite St Paul's, with 75 minutes of play on games including Beaky Finders, the world's biggest indoor hook-a-duck, plus street food and drinks. It is hosted by Chris M. and Tam from the group Fun Activities to Do in London on a Weekend. The group meets at the venue, breaks into two groups of fifteen with a co-organiser, plays the games in smaller groups, and continues with socialising, food or drinks afterwards. The venue offers street food from Burger & Beyond, Alby's Pizza and Le Bab, cocktails at the Bumper Bar, and Prosecco-infused candy floss.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/lets-go-fairgame-st-pauls-new-games-75-mins-of-games-7-x-spo-94020/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/5b827bf8be26c0c68fef0148bacbaab7bc329b42f23b3c7c6eb12d10a7b57fdb-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Bi+ Speed Dating", "start": "2026-11-14T19:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-14T23:00:00Z", "place": "Common Press Dalston", "address": "97 Stoke Newington, N16 8BX​​​​​ London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community/dating"], "description": "Bi+ Speed Dating is a speed dating night for singles who identify as bi+, including trans and non-binary people. It aims to grow a bi-specific community while finding romance at the same time. The night starts with an ice-breaker, followed by multiple speed dating rounds with conversational prompts, offering low-pressure mingling for friendship and romance. A matching service provides stress-free support, and breaks come with alcoholic drinks available.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/bi-speed-dating-64431/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/d37c654fc70269696ea7b583b9c481361d23a1a7ce391372cea9ea35fa4bdfa3-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Pitch-a-Friend", "start": "2026-11-11T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Corner Corner", "address": "", "price": "Free to attend, no ticket required", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community"], "description": "Pitch-a-Friend is a singles night where attendees pitch their single friends to a crowd in 3-5 minute slide presentations, followed by a Single Mingle Mixer to chat and make connections. It takes place at Corner Corner, which hosts the event at its venue. Pitch-a-Friend is behind it; you can sign up to pitch or RSVP through its site. It is free to attend, no ticket required—just turn up, or come along to mingle with your friends.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/pitch-a-friend-60353/", "official_url": "https://cornercorner.com/whats-on/pitch-a-friend", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e3e9ad767aa5fa422f35a8ffbf492ecc9bbe733699ff7741bb4c882022493fc0-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Speed Dating in Waterloo | Ages 30 to 45", "start": "2026-11-02T19:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-02T21:30:00Z", "place": "GRIND at Waterloo Coffee Shop", "address": "GRIND at Waterloo, Unit G, Waterloo Station, 01 The Sidings, London SE1 7BH, London, London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community/dating"], "description": "A speed dating evening for singles aged 30 to 45 at GRIND at Waterloo Coffee Shop, a cosy and spacious spot steps from the station platforms. It is hosted by Ollie F. for It's a Date Singles Events. Ladies are seated at numbered tables while gents rotate for five-minute dates, with note cards to keep track of each meeting, a 15-minute break midway, and time to socialise at the bar afterwards. A free drink is provided by the venue.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/speed-dating-in-waterloo-ages-30-to-45-102773/", "official_url": "https://itsadate.club/event/speed-dating-in-waterloo-5/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/7d61f78b1edf414806cf4b76e8ac1784eda817525ea07230f05e9f88f433ac27-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Make new friends (with ice breakers) – FREE Community Meetup in Soho!", "start": "2026-11-08T17:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-08T18:00:00Z", "place": "Jamon Jamon Soho", "address": "3 Caxton Walk Behind 92, Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 8PW, UK, London, London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community/meetup"], "description": "A free community meetup in Soho where people come to make new friends through light-hearted icebreaker games. It is hosted by Mau from the group Make Friends & Dance in Central London (Soho, Westminster). Everyone is welcome, including those coming alone or new to London, and attendees can stay afterwards for food and drinks at the restaurant.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/make-new-friends-with-ice-breakers-free-community-meetup-in-102768/", "official_url": "https://www.meetup.com/make-friends-dance-in-central-london-soho-westminster/events/317188696/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/491e3a4f3c2c9b03b57982acfa2c2ff0f04aad7d2ac48ef2dc4e98602405c15a-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Amost Lovers Queer/MLM Speed Dating", "start": "2026-11-05T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-05T23:00:00Z", "place": "The Black Eel", "address": "Kingsland High Street 41, E8 2JS London", "price": "£12 per person", "price_from": "12.00", "price_to": "12.00", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community/dating"], "description": "A speed dating evening for queer and MLM singles aged 25 to 40, described as fun and flirty with plenty of flirting. Anyone who identifies as MLM is welcome, and ID is checked at the door. At the end, attendees submit score cards and are emailed their matches, so a correct booking email and phone number is needed; Instagram handles can be shared if you wish. Come alone or with a friend or two, as groups are kept intentionally small so everyone gets to meet new people.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/amost-lovers-queermlm-speed-dating-43749/", "official_url": "https://www.theblackeel.uk/events/amost-lovers-queermlm-speed-dating", "image": "https://noky.io/images/5ed538f19806dd21ce6ebe23f0b7967ba54451a1d31c37d3c6b5546a037583cd-1200.webp"}, {"title": "FREE Gaming Social!", "start": "2026-11-05T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-05T23:00:00Z", "place": "Badger Badger", "address": "Norwood Road 543, SE27 9DL London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games"], "description": "A free weekly gaming social where guests can come alone or in a group, meet new people and play a variety of games together, an 18+ event. It was launched by Badger Badger for their 5th birthday so the community could meet, mingle and play games, and it was so popular they are bringing it back. Expert games staff guide the evening, breaking the ice and helping attendees pick what to play next. Walk-ins are accepted but spaces are limited and first-come-first-served, so booking in advance is recommended.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/free-gaming-social-41004/", "official_url": "https://www.badgerbadger.org/event/free-gaming-social-111/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/8512c19b15311bc9e068b1eecf399ae47d3beb357b01c6361fa90649ad170d21-2000.webp"}, {"title": "FREE Gaming Social!", "start": "2026-11-03T18:30:00Z", "end": "2026-11-03T23:00:00Z", "place": "Badger Badger", "address": "Deptford High Street 139-145, SE8 3NU London", "price": "", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games/board-games"], "description": "FREE Gaming Social! is a free weekly games evening where people can meet, mingle and play board games, whether they come alone or in a group. It was first launched by Badger Badger for their 5th birthday and has been brought back after proving so popular. Expert games staff guide the evening, help break the ice and help players choose what to play next. Spaces are limited and first-come-first-served, so booking in advance is recommended, and the event is 18+ due to licensing.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/free-gaming-social-41000/", "official_url": "https://www.badgerbadger.org/event/free-gaming-social-115/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/4d74ca79b904a76476a68fadcd7823d754766d192fcf592cd824bf61ae58c5be-2000.webp"}, {"title": "🍷 🥤 International Social Hub 🍻", "start": "2026-11-07T19:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-07T23:30:00Z", "place": "The Wren Tavern", "address": "Watling Street 67-69, London", "price": "The first 200 RSVPs are free; after that a small £3.50 entry fee, payable at the event by card or Ap", "price_from": "3.50", "price_to": "3.50", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["community/meetup"], "description": "A relaxed social evening with drinks, conversations and good vibes, with light board and table games to help break the ice. It is run by International Social Hub, hosted by Khu, for anyone wanting to meet new people and make friends in a friendly international atmosphere, whether new to London or just after a casual evening out. Hosts welcome arrivals, give name labels, and help especially those coming alone to settle in. Later in the evening there may be an optional trip to a club for those who want to continue the night.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/international-social-hub-94028/", "official_url": "https://www.meetup.com/internationalsocialhub/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/5091ff3f3c2b2a035eb76347ccaa301bbecd698e9ef46392c819d0c56c77ff64-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Pocket Society: Girls & Gays Pool Night", "start": "2026-11-05T19:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Big Penny Social", "address": "Priestley Way 1, E17 6AL London", "price": "from £8 per person", "price_from": "8.00", "price_to": "14.00", "category": "sport", "tags": ["games/pool"], "description": "Pocket Society: Girls & Gays Pool Night is a pool event for all the girls and gays who love pool, or have been meaning to try it but never quite did. Pocket Society, with the support of Where Queers Go, brings a new format to Flukes at Big Penny Social, creating a relaxed, welcoming space to play, chat, meet new people and have a drink. All skill levels are welcome, with no need to know the rules, which are explained on the night, and a light-hearted tournament designed for all levels runs alongside casual games and socialising. It is an 18+ event, with time to arrive and meet other guests before the tournament starts, followed by hangout and casual play.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/pocket-society-girls-gays-pool-night-42955/", "official_url": "https://bigpennysocial.co.uk/whats-on/pocket-society-girls-and-gays-pool-night", "image": "https://noky.io/images/a4f651a57dc26fe2d0651250f2ad8d4cf9ade54995a2aade79943085030da5c7-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Date My Mate", "start": "2026-11-06T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "The Astronomer", "address": "Middlesex Street 125-129, E1 7JF London", "price": "£15", "price_from": "10.00", "price_to": "15.00", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["community/dating"], "description": "Date My Mate is a dating event at a pub where friends pitch their single mates to a room full of singles, like speed dating but with slides and jokes. It is hosted by LOCAL, and each presenter has two minutes to make their case before everyone gets time at the end of the night to shoot their shot with whoever caught their eye.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/date-my-mate-43737/", "official_url": "https://www.theastronomerpub.co.uk/whats-on/date-my-mate", "image": "https://noky.io/images/cbcbb4df02b7f62660734425e327ff6a604deb6ab1608fc081d32589d2c89024-600.webp"}, {"title": "⭐ London Social for 20s & 30s | Meet New People ⭐", "start": "2026-11-04T19:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-04T22:00:00Z", "place": "Slug & Lettuce - St Mary Axe", "address": "25 Saint Mary Axe, London, London", "price": "£2.99 p/m OkGather membership required to attend; members get 20% off food & drinks at the gathering", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "talks-readings", "tags": [], "description": "A friendly, informal social evening where people in their 20s and 30s meet new people, enjoy conversations and a relaxed atmosphere. It is run by OkGather together with the ⭐ London Social Circle - 20s & 30s ⭐ group, hosted by OkGatherSuper Organizer, and is a relaxed, self-hosted gathering with support from the venue rather than a formally hosted event. Attendees join via a membership on OkGather, tables are booked under the \"London Social Circle\" at the pub, and membership also brings 20% off food and drinks at the bar. It is aimed at people living or working in London who want to expand their social circle in a natural, low-pressure setting.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/london-social-for-20s-30s-meet-new-people-94026/", "official_url": "https://www.meetup.com/london-social-circle-20s-30s/events/315390209/", "image": ""}]}