Find your people in Istanbul.
From social dinners to sailing trips and neighbourhood clubs, Smileys brings people together through curated experiences and lasting friendships.
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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.
Social Games
The Social Games Club is a curated social club for people who enjoy fun, laughter, and meaningful connections through interactive games and shared experiences. From board games and trivia nights to party games and friendly competitions, members come together in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
Special Events
The Special Events Circle is a curated social club dedicated to unforgettable experiences, unique gatherings, and extraordinary moments. From themed parties and exclusive celebrations to seasonal events and one-of-a-kind experiences, members come together to enjoy memorable occasions in a vibrant and premium social atmosphere.
Picnic
The Picnic Club is a curated social club for people who enjoy relaxing outdoors, meaningful conversations, and shared experiences in nature. From sunset gatherings and park meetups to themed picnics and social afternoons, members come together to unwind in a welcoming and premium social atmosphere.
Basketball
The Basketball Club is a curated social club for hoopers of every level who love pickup games and friendly competition. From weekly runs to weekend tournaments, members come together to play 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