What’s On in the Befriend Social Network?

You're invited

Here’s what the Perth community is inviting you to over the next few weeks, come say hi!

If you’re looking to try something new, learn a new skill, meet new people, share something you love doing, get out and about in nature, or just practice your social confidence… then you’ve come to the right place!

All Befriend groups are run and hosted by warm, everyday locals who bravely throw out an open invitation to the world to just do something fun together – whether that’s a roll and stroll around the park, a game of bowling, or just a coffee and a chat, there’s always a spot in this community with your name in it.

Check out what local folks are hosting in the Befriend Social Network this month

Check out what’s happening in your local area this month with our interactive event map below. You can open the map in a full-screen window.

If you find an event you like the sound of, click on it to head over to the community Meetup page where you can RSVP, reach out to the group host and find all the information you need.

Upcoming events

These downloadable calendars show you the groups that are getting together over the next few weeks in the following local areas. Have a browse and if you see something you like the sound of, message the group Host to let them know you’re coming or just pop on by.

If you’d like to chat with one of our Community Building team about any of these gatherings or just because you need a little extra encouragement to get there, then reach out to us.

Same events, different way of viewing them

Below you can view our upcoming events in a more regular calendar layout.

Common questions about about all this

How do I find groups taking place near me?

Hosts list their event on a website called Meetup. It’s easy to use, free to create a profile and simple to look at all the events taking place across Perth! Whilst there isn’t an easy way to see events geographically, Hosts usually list the location of the event in the title.

You can also check out the map on this page, where you can look at the red pins, which mark events taking place in that area over the next 7 days.

If none of this floats your boat, then just give us a call or text, and we can help you find a local event you might be interested in!

How will I know who the Host is when I get to the venue?

Look for a yellow Befriend flag or a yellow table topper! Once a Host completes our Host training workshop, they receive a flag and/or table topper to help their group stand out from the crowd! Many Hosts are available to contact via Meetup too, so once you’ve RSVP’d to a gathering, you could always reach out to say hello and warmly introduce yourself.

Can young people and children attend?

Generally speaking, Befriend groups are for adults over the age of 18. There might be the occasional event where this isn’t the case (e.g. a picnic or end-of-year celebration) but broadly speaking, the Befriend Social Network is for adults looking to make new connections.

Are support workers and carers welcome to attend a group too?

Of course! Befriend groups really are a welcoming, comfortable space for anyone to pop along to, so if you’re supporting someone who is keen to get out and socialise, you’d be very welcome to accompany them and participate as much or as little as you’d like. You do you!

I can’t see any events I want to go to / that are happening near me. What now?

All groups taking place across The Befriend Social Network are run by local community members around Perth who have a desire and passion for getting to know people in their local community. These wonderful humans are called Hosts. Our role as an organisation is really about supporting those local people and their groups to thrive.

We aren’t able to control which events take place, when, or where they happen, as it really takes a community member just like you to put their hand up to give hosting a local group a go!

So, if there’s nothing happening in your neighbourhood that takes your fancy, you might need to travel to another suburb to find something, or, hey, maybe it’s time for you to bring The Befriend Social Network to your ‘hood and become a Host so you can put on your own group!

How many people usually go to a gathering?

Groups are generally small gatherings of between 3-15 people. It varies, depending on the activity and sometimes, how long the group has been running.

I am a carer of someone who might really enjoy participating in The Befriend Social Network. How can I connect them with you?

Thanks for thinking of us – we’d love to share more information about Befriend with anyone who has a yearning for community, is keen to experience new things, or just wants to sweeten their social life. The best way to connect us is to pass on our contact information or send them a link to our website. They’d be welcome to email, call, text, or even direct message on our social accounts! Once we’ve heard from them, a Befriendly Community Builder can get in touch for a chat and see what we can do to support their connectedness!

How do I know if an event is accessible?

Most Hosts will describe the accessibility of their event or venue in the description on Meetup. You are also welcome to reach out to the Host or to us to ask about a specific event.

I’m not on Meetup. Can I still attend?

Yes! But we recommend letting the Host know you’re coming—you can RSVP through us—so the Host knows to expect you, and if the event is cancelled or moved, you’ll get a heads‑up.

Still have a question?

You may find the answer on our general FAQ page or you can contact us via the details below!

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