About us
A welcoming Lisbon community where new faces become familiar, regulars keep coming back, and friendships grow naturally over time.
We have always carried one simple idea: it should be easy to meet people, feel welcome, and enjoy great moments in good company.
Over time, it has grown into one of Lisbon’s most active international communities - bringing together both internationals and Portuguese locals. Not just because of the events, but because of the people who keep coming back.
Many arrive alone and quickly find their place here.
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🌍 A unique mix of people
One of the things that makes this community special is the balance.
You’ll meet internationals from all over the world, alongside Portuguese locals - creating a social environment that feels open, natural, and genuinely representative of Lisbon.
It’s one of the few spaces where these connections happen easily.
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✨ Weekly experiences
- Fridays — Social Night: Lisbon's biggest weekend social event. A lively, easy-going atmosphere where meeting people feels natural
- Saturdays — Dance & Sing-Along: Relaxed, high-energy nights focused on fun and shared moments
- Sundays — Social Games: Interactive and engaging, perfect for connecting in a different way
- Tuesdays — Portuguese for Beginners: Learn the language while meeting others on the same journey
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🤝 What to expect
No pressure. No awkward setups.
Just a welcoming environment where you can come on your own, join a conversation, and feel part of it sooner than you expect.
Some people join while visiting Lisbon.
Others stay, return, and build lasting friendships.
Stay connected
Join our WhatsApp group to stay up-to-date with all our events by clicking here.
Join us on Instagram by clicking here (@PortugalSocialEvents)
Upcoming events
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COUNTRY LINE & HIP-HOP DANCE LESSONS • SING-ALONG & KARAOKE PARTY • DJ
o Bom, o Mau e o Vilão (the Good, the Bad and the Ugly), Rua do Alecrim 21, Lisbon, PT🤠 COUNTRY LINE & HIP-HOP DANCE LESSONS + KARAOKE & SING-ALONG 🎤💃
WEAR A COWBOY HAT IF YOU HAVE ONE! (Not Compulsory) 🤠
Join us for a fun Saturday evening of dancing, singing, socialising and meeting people at a lovely venue in Lisbon.
We’ll start with teacher-led Country Line & Hip-Hop Dance Lessons — in the form of a party! 🎉
This is beginner-friendly and open to everyone. You don't need a partner or any dance experience. The teacher will guide us through the moves, but we keep everything informal — we’re here to dance and have fun!
⏰ THE EVENING
7:30 PM – Meet & Greet
7:50/8:00 PM – Country Line & Hip-Hop Dance Lessons 🤠💃
9:15 PM – Sing-Along & Karaoke Party 🎤
11:30PM – DJ & Dancing 🎶
Until 3:00 AM – Mixed music & party⭐ PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY so you don't miss the dance!
🎤 SING-ALONG & KARAOKE
After the dance session, we move into our very vibrant Sing-Along & Karaoke Party.
Request your favourite songs, take the microphone, sing along with everyone or simply enjoy the atmosphere.
Don't want to dance or sing? No problem! Grab a drink, socialise, meet people and enjoy the evening.
Come alone or bring your friends. ❤️
🤝 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
We are a friendship-focused community of local Portuguese and international people. We're proud of the respectful and welcoming atmosphere at our events and ask everyone to help us maintain it.
• Respect everyone's personal space and boundaries.
• Follow respectful dance etiquette.
• We are a friendship-focused community. Avoid unwanted romantic attention.
• Please drink responsibly — excessive drinking is not suitable for our events.
• No promotion of other events, groups, businesses or services without permission.Thank you for helping us keep the community friendly, inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. ❤️
💛 DONATION-BASED EVENT
There is no fixed entrance fee. Please donate whatever you can when you arrive.
💳 A card machine and donation box will be available at reception. Your contributions help us continue organising these community events.
📱 Join our WhatsApp community:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/LS9Xf3IJJt1LlNDBjnmhDV📸 Instagram: @PortugalSocialEvents
https://www.instagram.com/portugalsocialevents?igsh=YnV2enkxZjFxeGVp🤠 Grab your cowboy hat, come early and enjoy your Saturday with the community!
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Meet Local & International Friends - Casual Socialising Evening- Music & DJ
o Bom, o Mau e o Vilão (the Good, the Bad and the Ugly), Rua do Alecrim 21, Lisbon, PTLooking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Friday evening in Lisbon?
Whether you live here, recently moved to the city, or you're simply passing through while travelling, you're very welcome to join us!
International Friends Lisbon is a growing community of local Portuguese and international people who come together regularly. Some people are joining for the first time, while others return week after week to catch up with familiar faces.
Come alone or bring your friends — either way, you'll be welcome! ❤️
🃏 LET'S MAKE SOCIALISING EASIER!
Walking into a busy social event can sometimes feel a little awkward - so we make it easier!
We run fun matching and connection activities to get people moving around, talking and mixing with different people.
Nothing complicated - just a bit of fun to get conversations started! 😄
🎁 FUN COMMUNITY RAFFLE
We also have a fun raffle draw during the evening, adding a little extra excitement to the night!
🕖 COME EARLY & ENJOY THE WHOLE EVENING
Doors open at 7:00 PM, and we strongly recommend arriving early.
The first part of the evening is all about socialising, conversations, activities and enjoying the community atmosphere.
🎧 From around 11:00 PM, we have a DJ playing in one side of the venue giving you the choice between ending your night with a fun dance or continue socialising in other rooms of the venue. Most of our attendees stay till 1:00 AM. You're welcome to stay and enjoy the music until 3:00 AM.
❤️ FRIENDSHIP & COMMUNITY FIRST
We want our events to be somewhere people feel comfortable coming back to week after week, seeing familiar faces and becoming part of the community.
A few simple things help us keep that atmosphere:
• Respect everyone's personal space and boundaries.
• This is a friendship-focused community event.
• Please avoid unwanted romantic pressure.
• Please maintain respect on the dance floor.
• Please don't use our events to promote business, services or other events.
• Be friendly, considerate and help others feel included.Come to have fun, meet people and be a positive part of the community. ❤️
💛 FREE TO ATTEND • DONATION BASED
There's no fixed entrance fee.
If you'd like to support the community, please contribute whatever amount you feel comfortable with when you arrive.
Every contribution helps us continue organising accessible community events in Lisbon. 🙏
📍 FIND US
O Bom O Mau e O Vilão
Rua do Alecrim 21, Cais do Sodré, 1200-014 LisboaLocated on the bridge above Pink Street
🚇 Around 2 minutes walk from Cais do Sodré Metro💬 WhatsApp Community:
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🖥️ Instagram:
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@PortugalSocialEvents44 attendeesLATIN RHYTHMS DANCE LESSONS • SING-ALONG & KARAOKE PARTY • DJ
o Bom, o Mau e o Vilão (the Good, the Bad and the Ugly), Rua do Alecrim 21, Lisbon, PT💃 SATURDAY DANCE LESSON + SING-ALONG & KARAOKE 🎤🎉
Join us for a fun Saturday evening of dancing, singing, socialising and meeting people at a lovely venue in Lisbon.
Come alone or bring your friends. Many people attend on their own, and everyone is welcome. ❤️
We will be dancing Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha, Merengue & Reggaeton. Dance lesson will be led by a teacher in the form of a party.
⏰ THE EVENING
7:30 PM – Meet & Greet
7:50 PM – Teacher-led Dance Lesson 💃
9:30 PM – Sing-Along & Karaoke 🎤
11:30 PM – DJ & Dancing 🎶The dance lesson is beginner-friendly and open to everyone. No experience or partner is needed — we simply dance and have fun!
⭐ PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY, especially if you want to join the dance lesson.
🎤 SING-ALONG & KARAOKE
After the dance lesson, we move into our Sing-Along & Karaoke Party. Request your favourite songs, take the microphone if you want, or simply sing along with everyone and enjoy the atmosphere.
You don't have to sing or dance. Grab a drink, socialise and enjoy the evening with the community.
🤝 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
We are a friendship-focused community. Please help us keep the event friendly, respectful and comfortable for everyone.
• Respect personal space and boundaries.
• Avoid unwanted or persistent romantic attention. We are a friendship-focused community.
• Follow respectful dance etiquette.
• Respect when someone does not wish to dance or interact.
• Drink responsibly — excessive drinking is not suitable for our events.
• No promotion of other events, groups, businesses or services without permission.💛 DONATION-BASED ENTRY
There is no fixed entrance fee. Please donate whatever amount you can when you arrive. Your support helps us continue organising our community events.
📱 WhatsApp Community:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/LS9Xf3IJJt1LlNDBjnmhDV📸 Instagram: @PortugalSocialEvents
https://www.instagram.com/portugalsocialevents?igsh=YnV2enkxZjFxeGVpCome early and enjoy your Saturday with the community! ❤️🎉
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Past events
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