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Make friends in Sydney

Looking to meet people in Sydney? 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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Coming up in Sydney

Upcoming dinners, drinks, coffee, and walks in Sydney. Pick one, create your account, and book it in the app.

Find your group

Times are local. Groups are matched by personality, and the app shares the venue before you go.

Social events in Sydney

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 Sydney

Book drinks
People at a Timeleft drinks evening

Coffee

Saturdays at 1:00 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 Sydney

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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 Sydney

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Sydney by the numbers

2,796

Bookings in October

281

New faces in October

28

Events in October

Where you'll meet people in Sydney

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.

Restaurant tables and umbrellas in a narrow laneway near Circular Quay, Sydney

A few of the spots Sydneysiders keep going back to

  • Coffee Google rating4.7(212 reviews)

    Haven Coffee

    13 Timeleft coffees

  • Dinner Google rating4.5(762 reviews)

    Sushi & Grill @ York Street

    14 Timeleft dinners

  • Southern European Google rating4.6(882 reviews)

    Mordeo

    Martin Place

    12 Timeleft dinners

  • Thai Google rating4.8(212 reviews)

    Savoey

    Darlinghurst

    10 Timeleft dinners

  • Japanese Google rating4.5(918 reviews)

    Tento

    Hill Street, Surry Hills

    9 Timeleft dinners

  • Dinner Google rating4.5(549 reviews)

    Le Foote

    10 Timeleft dinners

Reasons to keep showing up

The Sydney Harbour Bridge on a clear day

  • I decided to go to a Timeleft in Sydney and despite being apprehensive, I was pleasantly surprised. It was a great group and I’m looking forward to hanging out with them again and going again!

    waiteingforalex

    Sydney member · App Store review, August 2024

  • 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

How Timeleft works in Sydney

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 Sydney 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.

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Questions about making friends in Sydney

How can I make friends in Sydney?
Timeleft matches you with a small group of people for dinner, drinks, coffee, or a walk in Sydney, based on a short personality test. You sign up on your own, we choose the venue and the group, and before the event, the app tells you where to go.
When are Timeleft events in Sydney?
Timeleft runs dinners on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 pm, drinks on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, coffee on Saturdays at 1:00 pm, and walks on Sundays at 3:00 pm. There are also women-only dinners on Mondays at 7:00 pm and singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 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 Sydney do they happen?
At restaurants, bars, cafés, and meeting points across Sydney. The app shows the exact venue before the event.
How much does Timeleft cost in Sydney?
Booking takes a Timeleft membership, a subscription that covers every event you book while it's active. You pay for your own food and drinks 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 Sydney?
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 Sydney 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.
Are there singles events in Sydney?
Yes. Timeleft runs singles dinners on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm in Sydney, with a small group matched to you at a venue we pick. More about singles events.
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 Sydney has vegetarian dishes, and some have vegan ones too. For allergies, check with the venue on the day.
Is Timeleft in other cities in Australia?
Yes. You'll also find Timeleft in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, and the Gold Coast. See every location.

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