Your people, in every city you land in.
Meet people, join local communities, and make real plans in the cities you call home.
Free to join · Applications reviewed by hand within 24 hours · Pay only for events you attend
Happening this week
Real plans, real people — walk into any of them.
Find your Smileys city
Every Smileys city is its own local community — its own members, clubs, events and hosts. One account gets you into all of them.
On the way
Antalya
TürkiyeMediterranean beach life with Kaleiçi's old town at its heart.
Founding stage · 3 clubs forming · be one of the first
Bodrum
TürkiyeSailing days and marina evenings on the Aegean's favorite peninsula.
Founding stage · 3 clubs forming · be one of the first
Izmir
TürkiyeSeaside life on the Aegean — Kordon sunsets, long breakfasts and an easygoing crowd.
Founding stage · 3 clubs forming · be one of the first
More cities are coming. Somewhere you'd like to see Smileys? Tell us where.
Everything a new city should come with.
Moving somewhere new shouldn't mean starting your social life from zero every time.
Meet people
Discover people who share your interests, your stage of life and your sense of humour.
Join clubs
Communities built around activities and passions — sailing, theatre, hiking, food, film, language.
Discover events
From dinners and nightlife to sailing, theatre, sports and workshops. Something on every week.
Explore your neighborhood
Find people and plans near where you actually live, not across town.
Discover experiences
Go beyond group chats and see the city together — the whole point is offline.
Stay connected across cities
Your Smileys profile travels with you when you visit another Smileys city.
How membership works
No subscription, no membership fee. Here's the whole deal.
Joining is free
Apply in about five minutes. We review every application by hand within 24–48 hours — we look for vibe alignment, not credentials.
You only pay for events you choose
Many hangouts are free. Some curated events and experiences have a ticket price set by the host, shown clearly before you RSVP.
Everything opens up once you’re in
Browse clubs, RSVP to events, join club walls, and use your city’s guide, handbook, and community boards.
Visiting another city?
Your Smileys community travels with you. Tell us you're coming and you'll see local members, events, clubs and places before you land — so you arrive with plans, not a map.
I'm visitingHow it works
- 1. Post your dates and where you're headed.
- 2. Local members see you're coming and reach out.
- 3. Join events and club nights while you're there.
Gets better with every city we launch — one account, every community.
Get to know your city
Neighborhoods, where to go, things to do, coworking, nightlife, day trips and the local knowledge that normally takes a year to pick up.
Life happens offline
Real stories from real members.
Yeldeğirmeni: Istanbul’s Brooklyn?
Yeldeğirmeni has always had a character of its own. Creative, lively and full of independent cafés, street art and local energy, this Kadıköy neighborhood has recently gained a new title: Istanbul’s Brooklyn, after being selected by Brooklyn Of as the city’s standout neighborhood.
Smileys Is Coming to İzmir! 🌊
A new city means new people, new friendships, and plenty of new adventures. From seaside hangouts and sports to food, music, and spontaneous plans — Smileys is bringing the community spirit to the Aegean.
Smileys Is Not a Dating App ✋
Smileys was created to help people connect in real life — to make friends, discover activities, find travel companions, expand their networks, and become part of a community. It is not a dating service, and we have a zero-tolerance policy toward members who use Smileys to pursue dates or romantic or sexual partners.
"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
One community. Growing city by city.
Smileys started in Istanbul. We're building a global network of local communities where international people can meet, connect and build a social life together.
1,600+ members and counting.
Ready to find your people?
Join Smileys and start building your social life, wherever you are.