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Weekly socials across Germany

Here’s what happens on your first night.

Many guests come alone. The flags make the first hello easy.

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Three guests with language flag stickers talking and laughing at a table inside °Plato Beer & BBQ in Bonn

Step by step

Your night, in order.

  1. Arrive

    Doors open at 19:00.

    It’s easiest between 19:30 and 20:30, before it gets busy.

  2. At the bar

    Get your Boarding Card, 6 €.

    Your first drink and your language flags. Card or cash.

    Two guests with language flags on their shirts talking at the bar inside Craftbeer Corner Coeln in Cologne

  3. Flags table

    Stick on your flags.

    Native language on top, the others below. First time? Add the NEW HERE badge.

    A guest choosing language flag stickers at the sticker table at Craftbeer Corner Coeln in Cologne

  4. Say hello

    Find a matching flag and ask one easy question.

    Three that always work:

    A guest with language flag stickers smiling as two others start a conversation at the Wednesday social in Hamburg
    • “Which language are you practising tonight?”
    • “I see German on your flag. Want to practise?”
    • “Where did you learn Spanish?”

  5. Stay

    Stay as long as you like.

    Until 00:00.

Four cities

This week’s nights.

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FAQ

Good to know before you come.

Is it OK to come alone as a woman?

Yes. The night is open to everyone, and someone from the awareness team, with a TEAM flag, is there every night.

Can I bring friends?

Yes, bring them. You’ll meet more people if you split up for a while.

Do I need to register?

No. Just show up. There’s no dress code either. Come as you are.

Do I need perfect English or German?

No. Whatever language you speak is enough.

Is it only for internationals?

No. Locals, internationals, newcomers, students and German learners are all welcome.

How old are the guests?

Most guests are in their 20s and 30s, and many are outside that range. Everyone is welcome.

I don’t drink. Is that OK?

Yes. The first drink on your Boarding Card can be alcohol-free.

How many people come?

Usually 100–150 people a night, in each city.

Is this a dating event?

No. It’s a social night, not a singles night.

Will I be in photos?

You might be. We take photos and short videos at every night, and a sign at the entrance says so. They go on our website, Instagram and newsletter.

Rather not be in them? Tell anyone from the event team and the photographer will keep you out of the frame. Want one taken down? Email info@socialmeltingpot.com and it’s gone within 48 hours. More in our privacy policy, section 8.

Where can I follow along?

On Instagram (@socialmeltingpot) and on Meetup: one group for Cologne, Düsseldorf and Bonn, one for Hamburg. For the next dates and Special Edition news by email, sign up here.

Show up alone. Leave with friends.

Pick your city on the board and come once.

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