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Make friends in Amsterdam

Looking to meet people in Amsterdam? The Timeleft app matches you with compatible strangers for dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. No swiping, no planning, just show up.

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Social events in Amsterdam

Drinks

Thursdays at 7:00 pm.

Skip dinner and head straight to the bar, where a few new faces are waiting. Low-key and easy on the wallet, it's a good way to wind down after work.

Open to members 18 and over.

Drinks in Amsterdam

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People at a Timeleft drinks evening

Coffee

Saturdays at 3:00 pm.

Grab a coffee with a small group at a café we pick. It's relaxed and fits into even the busiest week.

Coffee in Amsterdam

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Four people talking around a café table

Walks

Sundays at 3:00 pm.

Meeting new people really can be a walk in the park. Take a stroll with your group and let the conversation wander.

Walks in Amsterdam

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Amsterdam by the numbers

1,273

Bookings in October

131

New faces in October

20

Events in October

Where you'll meet people in Amsterdam

We pick the places and book the tables. Vegetarian? Nearly every dinner spot has you covered.

Before the event, the app shows you exactly where to go. All you have to do is show up.

People standing on a bridge over a canal in Amsterdam, with gabled brick houses and green trees behind them.

A few of the spots Amsterdammers keep going back to

  • Indian and Nepalese Google rating4.8(1,380 reviews)

    Lumbini

    Amstel, city center

    7 Timeleft dinners

  • Neapolitan pizza Google rating4.5(1,773 reviews)

    Mangia Pizza

    Vijzelgracht, city center

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Sicilian Google rating4.8(619 reviews)

    Vicio Il Mastro Pastaio

    Bilderdijkstraat, Oud-West

    7 Timeleft dinners

  • Dinner Google rating4.5(1,796 reviews)

    Cafe Piazza

    7 Timeleft dinners

  • Burgers and steaks Google rating4.5(2,462 reviews)

    Cannibale Royale

    Rozengracht, Jordaan

    6 Timeleft dinners

  • Argentine grill Google rating4.7(1,482 reviews)

    Luna

    Lindengracht, Jordaan

    4 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam seen across its reflecting pool, with trees on both sides under a clear sky.
  • I was at a birthday dinner and asked a girl how she met my friend. She said at a Timeleft dinner! I had never heard of the app, but I decided to give it a go. I have been to two dinners so far and plan to go to more…

    Anna B.

    Trustpilot review

  • I am so happy to have found Timeleft. It has got me out of the house and meeting new people every week. I have made some wonderful connections with some new friends.

    Rob W.

    App Store review

  • I'm glad I found it, and glad for the friends and acquaintances I have made. Now I have people to go and hike with, play poker, go to New Year's parties, and game with, thanks to Timeleft.

    Taylor W.

    Google Play review

How Timeleft works in Amsterdam

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks. Each has its own vibe, so go with whatever fits your mood and your week.

Pick a day

Choose a day that suits you. We'll book the venue in Amsterdam and put your group together.

Show up and settle in

Before the event, the app shows you the venue and a bit about who's coming. Everyone there chose to come, just like you, which takes the edge off. Come once, then come back whenever you like.

Questions about making friends in Amsterdam

How can I make friends in Amsterdam?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner, drinks, coffee, or a walk in Amsterdam, based on your interests, personality and language. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and before the event, the app tells you where to go. Read our story on Timeleft dinners in Amsterdam.
When are Timeleft events in Amsterdam?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm, drinks on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, coffee on Saturdays at 3:00 pm, and walks on Sundays at 3:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts, or at midnight the night before if that would fall between midnight and 8:00 am.
Where in Amsterdam do they happen?
At restaurants, bars, cafés, and meeting points across Amsterdam. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does Timeleft cost in Amsterdam?
To book, you need a Timeleft subscription. It covers every event you book while it's active, and food and drinks are paid separately at the venue. Prices depend on the plan you pick, and the app shows them before you pay.
Can I go on my own?
Yes. You book on your own and we put the group together, so you don't need to bring anyone. If you'd rather come with someone, invite them from your booking and you'll be in the same group. They don't need a membership for that event if it's their first Timeleft booking. The guide to your first dinner walks through booking step by step.
Is it safe to meet strangers in Amsterdam?
Every event is at a public venue we've vetted, and there's no one-to-one messaging before you meet the group. 99% of Timeleft events happen without any safety incident. If you report someone, you're never put in the same group as them again. Our safety guidelines cover the rest.
Is Timeleft in Amsterdam for people in their 20s, 30s, or 40s?
Yes. Timeleft is for adults of every age. When we put a group together, we look at age along with your personality quiz and booking preferences. Who you meet still depends on who books the same event.
Is Timeleft a dating app?
No. There are no profiles to swipe through, and nobody gets paired off. You meet a small group of people at once, in person.
How is Timeleft different from Meetup?
Meetup lists groups and events run by their own organizers, and you choose which to join. With Timeleft, you pick a format and a day, and we match you with a small group and choose the venue. Our Timeleft vs Meetup comparison goes into more detail.
What if I'm vegetarian or vegan, or have an allergy?
Pick a dietary preference in the app when you book, and we'll do our best to seat you at a venue that caters to it. Nearly every restaurant we use in Amsterdam has vegetarian dishes, and plenty have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in the Netherlands?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in The Hague and Rotterdam. See every location.

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