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.
Arts
A curated social club for art lovers, makers, and the curious — covering both the making and the seeing. From artwalks and gallery openings to sketch sessions and studio visits, members come together to create and appreciate in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
Breakfast & Brunch
A curated social club for people who enjoy lazy mornings, great food, and good company. From iconic Turkish kahvaltı spreads to the city's best brunch spots, members come together to share a table in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
City Walks
Easygoing group walks to interesting corners of Istanbul — a new neighborhood each time, good company and a coffee stop at the end. No fitness level required.
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.
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