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Meet new people in Lausanne

Looking to make friends in Lausanne? Timeleft hosts weekly dinners and coffee, where you'll be matched with compatible strangers. No swiping, no planning, just show up and connect.

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Weekly social events in Lausanne

Dinners

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.

The one that started it all. A dinner with strangers at a restaurant we pick, with four to six people matched to you. Expect good food and conversation that runs longer than you planned.

Next one: Wednesday 14 October, 7:00 pm

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A group of people laughing together over dinner at a Timeleft table

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.

Next one: Saturday 10 October, 3:00 pm

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Lausanne by the numbers

313

Bookings in September

36

New faces in September

9

Dinners and coffees in September

Where we meet in Lausanne

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

The app shows you exactly where 12 hours before it starts. All you have to do is show up.

Café terraces with people on a sunny square in Lausanne, with a church spire behind.

Reasons to keep showing up

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  • 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 Lausanne

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners and coffee. 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 Lausanne and put your group together.

Show up and settle in

Twelve hours 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.

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Questions about Timeleft in Lausanne

How can I meet new friends in Lausanne?
Timeleft matches you with four to six people for dinner or coffee in Lausanne, based on your interests, personality and language. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and 12 hours before the event, the app tells you where to go. Read our story on Timeleft dinners in Lausanne.
When are Timeleft events in Lausanne?
There's dinner every Wednesday at 7:00 pm and coffee every Saturday at 3:00 pm. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Lausanne do they happen?
At restaurants and cafés across Lausanne. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Lausanne?
To book, you need a Timeleft subscription. Food and drinks are paid separately at the venue. Subscription 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. Every event is at a public venue we've vetted, and our safety guidelines cover the rest. The guide to your first dinner walks through it step by step.
Is Timeleft a dating app?
No. There are no profiles to swipe through, and nobody gets paired off. You meet four to six people at once, in person.
Are Timeleft events in Lausanne in English?
Yes, if you want them to be. You choose French or English when you book, and we aim to seat you with people who picked the same language.
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 Lausanne has vegetarian dishes, and some have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in Switzerland?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Zürich and Geneva. See every location.

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