How do I meet people as an expat in Amsterdam?

Join a recurring activity-based group on Social — cycling, running, yoga, or language exchange. Amsterdam has a very active expat social scene and Social helps you find the right niche.

What are the best outdoor activities to meet people in Amsterdam?

Cycling routes, running groups in the Amstel and Vondelpark, and outdoor yoga are all popular. Amsterdam's flat terrain makes cycling the most social outdoor activity in the city.

Are there English-speaking meetups in Amsterdam?

Yes — Amsterdam has a very large English-speaking expat community. Most social plans on Social are English-friendly and many groups specifically welcome internationals.

Is Social available in Amsterdam?

Yes. Social works across Amsterdam and surrounding areas — Centrum, Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West, Oost, Noord, and beyond.

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Find your people in Amsterdam

From canal-side cycling routes to yoga in Vondelpark and Sunday language exchange cafés — Social connects you to Amsterdam's most reliable social plans.

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Popular activities in Amsterdam

Find cycling groups near you Find your running crew Find yoga sessions near you Find language exchange partners near you Find coffee meetups near you

About the community

Amsterdam is highly international and surprisingly easy to connect in — if you know where to look. Social surfaces the best small-group recurring activities across the city, from cycling meetups along the IJ to running groups in the Bos.

The city's compact size means most plans are reachable by bike in under 20 minutes. Browse yoga sessions in Jordaan, coffee meetups in De Pijp, language exchanges in Centrum, and cycling groups heading to Haarlem.

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Open Social in Amsterdam and see what's happening near you today — runs, games, language exchanges, and more.
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RSVP in seconds. No friction, no long forms. Your spot is confirmed instantly.
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Plans on Social include a reliability layer — everyone who RSVPs is committed to showing up.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I meet people as an expat in Amsterdam?: Join a recurring activity-based group on Social — cycling, running, yoga, or language exchange. Amsterdam has a very active expat social scene and Social helps you find the right niche.
What are the best outdoor activities to meet people in Amsterdam?: Cycling routes, running groups in the Amstel and Vondelpark, and outdoor yoga are all popular. Amsterdam's flat terrain makes cycling the most social outdoor activity in the city.
Are there English-speaking meetups in Amsterdam?: Yes — Amsterdam has a very large English-speaking expat community. Most social plans on Social are English-friendly and many groups specifically welcome internationals.
Is Social available in Amsterdam?: Yes. Social works across Amsterdam and surrounding areas — Centrum, Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West, Oost, Noord, and beyond.

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Netherlands

Find your people in Amsterdam

From canal-side cycling routes to yoga in Vondelpark and Sunday language exchange cafés — Social connects you to Amsterdam's most reliable social plans.

Browse Amsterdam plans →This weekend Amsterdam communities

Popular activities in Amsterdam

Find cycling groups near you Find your running crew Find yoga sessions near you Find language exchange partners near you Find coffee meetups near you

About the community

Browse Amsterdam plans →

How Social works

1
Browse plans near you
Open Social in Amsterdam and see what's happening near you today — runs, games, language exchanges, and more.
2
Join with one tap
RSVP in seconds. No friction, no long forms. Your spot is confirmed instantly.
3
Show up, meet people
Plans on Social include a reliability layer — everyone who RSVPs is committed to showing up.

All activities in Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

How do I meet people as an expat in Amsterdam?: Join a recurring activity-based group on Social — cycling, running, yoga, or language exchange. Amsterdam has a very active expat social scene and Social helps you find the right niche.
What are the best outdoor activities to meet people in Amsterdam?: Cycling routes, running groups in the Amstel and Vondelpark, and outdoor yoga are all popular. Amsterdam's flat terrain makes cycling the most social outdoor activity in the city.
Are there English-speaking meetups in Amsterdam?: Yes — Amsterdam has a very large English-speaking expat community. Most social plans on Social are English-friendly and many groups specifically welcome internationals.
Is Social available in Amsterdam?: Yes. Social works across Amsterdam and surrounding areas — Centrum, Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West, Oost, Noord, and beyond.

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London

United Kingdom

Barcelona

Spain

Madrid

Spain

Paris

France

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