Find your people in Istanbul.
From social dinners to sailing trips and neighborhood clubs — real plans with real people, every week.
Free to join · Applications reviewed by hand within 24 hours · Pay only for events you attend
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- 📍 Based in Istanbul
- 🤝 Real friendships, not followers
- 🔒 Members only community
How Smileys works
Three simple steps to transform your social life in Istanbul.
Discover
Browse upcoming events and clubs curated for Istanbul's social scene.
Join
Reserve your spot in seconds. No complicated sign-ups or waiting lists.
Connect
Show up, meet people, and build genuine friendships that last.
Upcoming events
Hand-picked experiences for this week.
Our clubs
Find your community. Every interest covered.
Coworking
A curated space for professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and remote workers to connect, collaborate, and stay productive in a social atmosphere. From focused work sessions to networking and idea sharing, members enjoy a welcoming environment designed for both productivity and meaningful connections.
French
Le Club Français est un cercle social conçu pour les francophones, les apprenants du français et les passionnés de la culture française. Des soirées apéro et dîners français aux échanges linguistiques et événements culturels, les membres se retrouvent pour pratiquer la langue, partager des expériences et créer de nouvelles amitiés dans une atmosphère chaleureuse et premium.
Book Club
A curated social club for readers, thinkers, and curious minds who enjoy meaningful conversations and shared discoveries. From cozy discussions and themed gatherings to author talks and café meetups, members come together to explore ideas in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
Ping Pong
A curated social club for ping pong lovers of every level — from first-timers to seasoned table tennis players. From casual rally nights and doubles matchups to friendly mini-tournaments and post-game drinks, members come together to play, laugh, and connect in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
Explore by neighborhood
Events happening all across Istanbul, every week.
What members say
Real stories from real people
"Two years ago I attended my first Smileys activity on International Women’s Day. Even though it was my first time meeting most of the people there, I felt like I was among sisters rather than strangers. Smileys isn’t just a group for activities — it’s a place that brings kind people together and creates real friendships and beautiful memories."
Sara K.
Member since 2023
"I joined Smileys two weeks after moving to Istanbul with zero contacts. By the end of my first month I had dinner plans four nights a week. I genuinely don't know what my life here would look like without it."
Emma L.
Relocated from Paris
"I’m a street photographer, and Smileys has given me the chance to share my passion with people from different cultures. What I find inspiring is how foreigners view Istanbul with fresh eyes — through them, I’ve discovered details in the city I had never noticed before. What keeps me anchored here is the mutual respect and strong sense of equality that everyone embodies."
Hakan T.
Street photographer & club host