Friending Spaces
Thoughtful singles, better dates
Skip the surface-level filtering.
Start somewhere more comfortable and real.
Host-led, curated gatherings and personalized introductions
Two Ways to Engage
Gatherings (Bay Area only at present)
Invite-only events where you meet people in person.
Personalized Introductions (available everywhere)
Vetted introductions based on what we learn about you.
Apply once. From there, you may be invited to gatherings, considered for personalized introductions, or both.
Our Community
Who is this for?
People who are:
open to building a meaningful long-term relationship
well-educated or deeply engaged in what they do
professionally established
living full, busy lives
aware of the value of meeting in person; prefer real interaction over apps
thoughtful and self-aware
{Membership is selective. We accept a limited number of people to maintain quality}
“ I have met a ton of cool people through Friending Spaces - both at the events and through the 1:1 introductions. The team does a great job curating the community.”
What to Expect
At a gathering
You will meet a range of people and get a sense of who you want to talk to again
Through personalized introductions
We connect you only when there’s mutual interest
“The group felt relaxed and not overwhelming. It was easy to talk to people.”
In Their Words
“Friending Spaces is an excellent way to meet and connect with others - the events provide a unique format that fosters amusing and engaging conversations.”
— AB, California
Born from
Lived Experience
Friending Spaces was founded by three women with backgrounds in psychology, recruiting, and strategy who saw how hard it can be to make meaningful dating decisions with too little context.
We created Friending Spaces to offer a more thoughtful, human way to meet.
