What is Friendly?
Friendly creates small, expert-led experiences across New York City where you learn a real skill and walk out with friends you'll actually keep.
Every room is intimate. Every experience is hands-on. Every instructor is world-class. You're not watching a demo. You're making, shaking, tasting, and laughing alongside people you just met.
Come on your own. Come with your partner. Come with your family. It doesn't matter how you show up. It matters who you leave with.
Let’s be Friendly Together!
How Friendly Works
1) Choose how you are joining
Individual, couple, or family. Every experience is designed for who is in the room.
2) Pick your experience
Thoughtfully curated experiences. Hands on, expert-led, and small enough that nobody stays a stranger.
3) Show up and leave with more than you came with.
A skill you'll use forever. Friends you'll actually keep.
LEARN. LAUGH. BELONG.
Previous Experiences
Upcoming Experiences
"Friendly Together, a new app designed to help adults combat loneliness, offers a unique platform for individuals, couples, and families to form real-life connections."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I come on my own?
Yes. Many people attend on their own, and experiences are designed to feel comfortable from the moment you arrive.
Who are Friendly experiences for?
Experiences are designed for individuals, couples, and families. Each event clearly indicates who it’s intended for.
How are experiences structured?
All experiences are host-guided and thoughtfully paced, so connection happens naturally through the activity itself.
What if I’m shy or don’t know anyone?
That’s completely okay. Activities and hosting remove the pressure to initiate conversations or “put yourself out there.”
How big are the groups?
Group sizes are intentionally kept small so experiences feel personal and easy to navigate.
Is Friendly a dating platform?
No. Friendly is focused on friendship, community, and belonging.
Do I need the app to attend?
You can explore and book through the website, but the app offers a fuller experience, including member pricing, early access, and chat with hosts and participants.
Are experiences family-friendly?
Some experiences are designed for families, while others are for adults only. This is always clearly stated on the event page.
Where do experiences take place?
Experiences happen across New York City. Each event page includes location, timing, and what to expect.
What if I don’t know which experience to choose?
Start with something that genuinely interests you. Each event page explains the format and who it’s for.