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Community

Finding your circle of friends and like-minded individuals can make your transition smoother and more fulfilling. This section will guide you on how to explore and integrate into your new city’s community through local meetups, clubs, and shared hobbies, helping you build lasting connections and truly feel at home.

“We want to build a community where people can get to meet each other, so that the moment they arrive to the city, they feel that they are home because they have people that also makes them feel at home."”

Stanley FourteauCEO at Ukio

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Getting involved in a local club or group is a fantastic way to connect with others, immerse yourself in the Berlin culture, and pursue your passions. From artistic workshops and social meetups to fitness classes, these communities offer opportunities to build connections and make the most of your time in Berlin.

Connect and socialize in Berlin

New to Berlin, visiting, or simply looking to meet new people? Sip Happens is all about connecting with others through fun and social activities across the city. Join in, be kind, and enjoy yourself! Friendly organizers are always present to ensure a welcoming and enjoyable experience for everyone.

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Silent Book Club Berlin

A haven for book lovers in Berlin! Join this group for relaxed, social reading sessions—no assigned books or pressure. Bring your own book, settle in, and enjoy a quiet, shared reading experience followed by optional socializing with fellow bibliophiles. Perfect for introverts and book enthusiasts alike!

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Creative Community in Berlin

Join a community for art enthusiasts of all levels! This group organizes social drawing events, including portrait and life drawing, sketching at bars, cafes, museums, and parks. It’s the perfect space to create, connect, and socialize with fellow art lovers in Berlin.

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Lively art gallery event in Berlin featuring colorful graffiti-style artworks and a diverse crowd.
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Community in Berlin websites and apps

Meetup

Berlin offers numerous platforms and apps to help you connect with locals and fellow expats, making it easy to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant community. Three popular recurring events include:

  • Language Exchange Meetups: Informal gatherings where participants practice languages, share cultural insights, and meet people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Founder Meet&Greet: Network with early-stage entrepreneurs, mentors, and advisors from the Founder Institute Berlin over drinks in a casual setting.
  • Drawing & Coffee: Connect with fellow drawing enthusiasts of all levels over coffee and creativity. Share ideas and enjoy a relaxed artistic atmosphere.

Events: Deutch Happens, Founder Meet&greet, Drawing&Coffee.

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Eventbrite in Berlin

Eventbrite is a versatile platform that hosts an extensive array of events tailored for different interests. In Berlin, it serves as a hub for discovering activities ranging from casual social gatherings to professional workshops. Here’s more about what you can explore:

  • Social Gatherings: Includes networking events, language exchange meetups, and themed parties to connect with new people.
  • Workshops: Ranging from creative pursuits like painting and photography to skill-building sessions like cooking classes or tech tutorials.
  • Cultural Experiences: Events like wine tastings, guided museum tours, and live performances that immerse you in the Berlin culture.
  • Fitness and Wellness: Yoga sessions in the park, meditation classes, and group runs through the city.

Events: Social gatherings, workshops, cultural experiences, fitness and wellness

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Reddit

R/berlinsocialclub is a vibrant subreddit that serves as a central hub for organizing and discovering meetups and social events in Berlin. Whether you’re new to the city or a long-time resident, this community-driven platform is ideal for connecting with people who share your interests and exploring Berlin together.

Events: Language exchange meetups. movie nights or screenings, art gallery visits or museum tours, group workouts or yoga sessions in parks, live music gatherings or karaoke nights.

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