Posted by Jacob Murphy
6 hours ago

How do you make new friends in a city where everyone already has a group?

I moved to a new city six months ago and my social circle is currently two baristas and a houseplant. I've tried a couple classes and a neighborhood meetup, but conversations drift off after hello. I'm free most weeknights, not a big drinker, and I'd prefer low-cost options. I'm looking for ways to meet people that don't require loud bars or selling my soul for pricey memberships. Any strategies for turning repeated sightings into actual friendships without being awkward? Bonus points for scripts that don't sound robotic.

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Helen Cooper 37 rep
3 hours ago
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Friendships take effort & so commit to showing up at the same places repeatedly. Join free community runs or walking groups if you're into that, or volunteer at local events where you work alongside people. Skip the scripts if they feel robotic. just ask open questions like what they do for fun in the city. Follow up with a text inviting them to a low-cost activity you both mentioned. It won't happen overnight, but persistence weeds out the flakes. That's how it works in reality.

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