Speed-Friending NYC: Connect with Locals

Join us for a unique bar-hopping adventure in NYC’s Lower East Side. Sip handcrafted cocktails, savor local cuisine, play games, and make friends with friendly New Yorkers.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 31 3rd Ave - Immerse yourself in a 3-hour local hangout in New York City and experience the city like a genuine local! Build connections with NYC residents and visitors as our Good Energy Match (GEM) Coach seats you at our partner coffee shop. Join our vibrant team as we move from one game to another, capturing Instagram-worthy moments and…
What's Included
  • Wristband for connecting with local New Yorkers in the GEM community.
Additional Information

Connect and enjoy with local New Yorkers! Participate in a unique speed-friending event that offers more than just a tour—it’s an authentic local adventure. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, taste Instagram-worthy local dishes, and take part in thrilling games throughout the neighborhood. What truly makes this special is the opportunity to socialize and form…

Location
31 3rd Ave
3rd Avenue
Our meeting point is 'The Bean Cafe' located at 31 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003. When you arrive, simply ask for GEM Coach on duty to kickstart your friending, gaming and food-crawling experience as a local New Yorker.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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X5451swkarenw
Jun 1, 2024
Hidden GEM FUN !!! - It was totally worth it, all of the hidden GEM spots we didn’t know existed in New York! We will be sure to book you guys again in the future! Thank you Good Energy Match!
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G2783ktjessical
Oct 5, 2023
Highly Recommend - I’m from California and my Husband is from London, we had the pleasure to tour by GEM Coach Will and would definitely recommend GEM to friends and family.
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Sandrahl8950sq
Oct 5, 2023
Good Energy Match - We got to experience the ultimate group friending tour while bar crawling , this is amazing. We should have this all over the world , Good Energy Match all over!
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Z2694zabenl
Oct 5, 2023
Everyone should Try! - This was definitely a one of a kind tour that is good energy matching with everyone that was in the group! I got to explore the popular Lower East Side bar hopping like a New Yorker !! I need to come back for you guys again !
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Madeleine_s
Oct 5, 2023
Friends within 10mins - I had no idea what to expect and was super nervous but within about 10mins I had 5 new friends and a gang to go bar hopping with! What a great way to experience New York when travelling solo! Seriously you have to go! 10/10. So much fun!!!
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Surajkashozhala999
Oct 3, 2023
Amazing - It was an amazing experience My group is very small and not really the "leaving virtual feedback" types for the most part, but I still appreciate the info! I had no idea that was there either. (In looking back through things I also just noticed a bunch of comments on an event that I got no notifications for, so that was also good to know, haha.)
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S2728llambert
Oct 3, 2023
GEM vibes are unmatched - This group truely brings so many amazing people together! No matter the location (coffee shops, bar crawl, food events, comedy shoes, etc), it is always fun. As someone that came to an event solo, everyone was so welcoming and fun. If you are visiting or looking to meet new people in the city, I can't recommend this group enough!
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919tinaz
Oct 2, 2023
Highly recommended! - It was such a great experience! People I met there were so nice, and I would definitely come back again! The venues were amazing too. Highly recommended!
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Z2694zabenl
Oct 2, 2023
Friending and Bar Hop - Absolutely fun as we speed friend and bar hop around learning about local new York and people ! Never experience anything like it, definitely will be back!
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Jasongg9394mj
Oct 2, 2023
Great Experience! - This was a cool experience! We hopped from bar to bar having fun at each place. Everyone I met had great energy, and that is what I welcome in this awesome city. Also did I mention this is an amazing way to meet new friends? I definitely recommend this to locals as well as those visiting the best city in the United States.
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From $5
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).