The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière on its wooded hill above the buildings of Lyon, under a blue sky.

Meet new people in Lyon

Looking to make friends in Lyon? Timeleft hosts weekly dinners, coffee, and walks, 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 Lyon

Dinners

Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:00 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: Friday 9 October, 8:00 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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Two people sharing a laugh over coffee at a Timeleft meetup

Walks

Sundays at 10:00 am.

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

Next one: Sunday 11 October, 10:00 am

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Lyon by the numbers

679

Bookings in September

72

New faces in September

16

Events in September

Where we meet in Lyon

We pick the places and book the tables. Every venue we use in Lyon is rated 4.2 or higher on Google, so the food holds up its end of the evening. Vegetarian? 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.

A small square in old Lyon with pale and pink facades, a stone fountain and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière above the trees.

A few of the spots Lyon members keep going back to

  • Specialty coffee Google rating4.9(538 reviews)

    Kachka

    Rue de l'Abbé-Rozier, Terreaux

    13 Timeleft coffees

  • Vietnamese Google rating4.8(3,084 reviews)

    Chez Bànôi

    Rue Moncey, Part-Dieu

    10 Timeleft dinners

  • Northern Chinese Google rating4.9(658 reviews)

    Nouyeah

    Rue Tupin, Cordeliers

    11 Timeleft dinners

  • Italian trattoria Google rating4.6(3,197 reviews)

    Nano Trattoria

    Rue Vendôme, Brotteaux

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Pizza Google rating4.8(778 reviews)

    Papaveri Pizza

    Rue de la Thibaudière, 7e

    8 Timeleft dinners

  • Asian street-food bistro Google rating4.9(1,116 reviews)

    Kinoko

    Rue Bancel, 7e

    6 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Saône river in Lyon in autumn, with an orange tree and the pastel quayside buildings of Vieux Lyon across the water.

  • 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 Lyon

Choose your activity

Pick from dinners, 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 Lyon 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 Lyon

How can I meet new friends in Lyon?
Timeleft matches you with four to six people for dinner, coffee, or a walk in Lyon, 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 Lyon.
When are Timeleft events in Lyon?
There's dinner every Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 pm, coffee every Saturday at 3:00 pm, and a walk every Sunday at 10:00 am. Bookings close 13 hours before each event starts.
Where in Lyon do they happen?
At restaurants, cafés, and meeting points across Lyon. The app shows the exact venue 12 hours before the event.
How much does a Timeleft dinner cost in Lyon?
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 Lyon 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. Every restaurant we use in Lyon has vegetarian dishes, and some have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in France?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Paris, Nice, Marseille, Bordeaux, Lille, and Toulouse. See every location.

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