About this Event
New Year’s Eve Speed Friending: A Meaningful Start to Your Night
This New Year’s Eve, we’re creating something a little different, a warm, welcoming space for people who want connection rather than chaos. If you’ve ever wished you had more friends, wanted to meet new people, or simply fancy starting the night in a friendly, low-pressure environment, this event is for you.
Join us upstairs at the pub from 5.30pm, where you’ll take part in relaxed, structured speed-friending rounds designed to help you meet a variety of people in a natural, enjoyable way. No awkward small talk, no pressure, just genuine conversations with others who are also looking to expand their social circle.
We’ll guide you through each step, so you can settle in, feel comfortable, and get chatting with ease. You’re welcome to come on your own; in fact, most people will.
Why this early-evening event works so well
Starting earlier means:
- You can enjoy the full speed-friending experience before the DJ starts at 8pm.
- You’ll have met new people by the time the night really gets going.
- You can choose how the rest of your evening unfolds.
When the structured rounds finish at around 8pm, there will be mingling with the people you’ve just met until at least 9pm, possibly later, depending on how many people wish to stay. Equally, if you have other plans later, you can head off anytime from 8 feeling uplifted, confident, and with a great start to your night.
Who this event is for
- Anyone who wants to build more friendships
- People who prefer meaningful conversation over noisy crowds
- Those who don’t have plans for NYE and would like somewhere warm, friendly, and welcoming to go
- Anyone starting the night early before heading elsewhere later on
There’s no expectation to stay late and no pressure to keep the night going if you don’t want to. This is your evening, and you can shape it however suits you.
What to expect
- A friendly welcome from the organisers
- A clear introduction to how speed friending works
- Several rounds of short, enjoyable one-to-one conversations
- Optional contact-swap sheets so you can connect with people afterwards
- A smooth transition into a relaxed social atmosphere from 8pm onwards
Whether you stay for an hour or end up chatting into the night, you’ll leave feeling part of something, and that’s a lovely way to begin the new year.
**The "Concession" prices are for anyone struggling with money to try and make it a bit more affordable for everyone.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Temple Bar, 121 Western Road, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
GBP 13.70 to GBP 20.21
