Make Friends in Charlotte! Friend-Matching & Fun Activities for Connection

Make Friends in Charlotte! Friend-Matching & Fun Activities for Connection

  • Ages 21+

Join us at Filled Cups' friend-matching event. You'll join a group of curated potential friends and have fun getting to know them.

By Filled Cups - Charlotte

Date and time

Sunday, June 8 · 3:30 - 5pm EDT.

Location

Urban District Market

2315 North Davidson Street #300 Charlotte, NC 28205

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

Agenda

Before the event
Arriving
Intro & Ice Breakers
Activity time
End of event

Complete your pre-matching questionnaire


When you reserve your ticket, please fill out the pre-matching questionnaire. That's so that we can select the best friend group for you. If you didn't see the link, here it is again:: https://forms...

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Ages 21+
  • Free venue parking

Mix, Mingle, and Play: The Friend-Matching Experience

Join us at the Urban District Market for a fun afternoon of making friends. We will either be in their their private event space next to the "LaBARatory", or in their main food hall tables.

* IMPORTANT * when you reserve your ticket, please fill out the pre-matching questionnaire. That way we we can select the best friend group for you.


Discover a revolutionary way to expand your social circle!

In a city brimming with newcomers and remote workers, finding your tribe can be challenging. We're here to help you meet like-minded people and build meaningful connections!


  • Our innovative friend-matching event is unlike anything you've experienced before. We've cracked the code on turning strangers into new friends in one evening!

Imagine walking into a room where everyone is as excited to meet you as you are to meet them. Where activities and icebreakers make forming connections as easy as breathing. Where you're likely to find 'your people'. These people may get your jokes and share your interests. They could become your go-to crew for future adventures.


This is not a random mixer – it's a friendship accelerator. We've developed a unique approach that goes beyond surface-level interactions. We want to help you form bonds that could last a lifetime.

Don't let another weekend pass by wishing you had plans with friends. Seize this opportunity to transform your social life!

We have limited spots and they're filling fast. Grab your spot now! Take the first step towards a more vibrant, connected life in Charlotte.

Reserve your ticket today – your future friends are waiting!

Mix, Mingle & Play: Event Guidelines

We're excited to have you join us. Here's what you need to know:


Social Guidelines

• Come with an open mind - everyone here wants to make friends too!

• Pay attention and ask follow-up questions. Respect varying comfort levels with personal disclosure

• Exchange contact info if there's a mutual connection (and make plans to meet again!)

Event Rules

• Arrive on time, take part in planned activities and follow staff directions

• Treat all participants with respect

• Moderate alcohol consumption only - no excessive drinking

• No solicitation of any kind

Photography Notice

• We will take photos and videos during the gathering. By participating, you allow us to use those images on our website and social media. If you have privacy concerns, please notify staff

Safety & Conduct

• Safety is our top priority - alert staff of any concerns

• Threatening or inappropriate conduct will be reported to authorities

• Disruptive behavior will result in removal

Questions? Ask any staff member wearing Filled Cups T-shirts.


About Filled Cups:

Filled Cups is on a mission to get people out of isolation so they can build relationships that fill their cups. We started in 2024 so we're still evolving our frameworks and learning from our events. We started in 2024 so we're still evolving our frameworks and learning from our events.

If you're interested in our series for singles, check out our organizer page for our other events. You can also connect with us on our website and socials:

Https://www.filledcups.com

Instagram

https://www.facebook.com/filledcups/

What past participants are saying about our events:

"I was so surprised by what a great match my group was for me. Whatever process they're using to connect like-minded people with similar interests, it's working! "

"The Filled Cups event was a nice, casual, anxiety-free way to meet people and start new friendships!"

"This event was really fun and reduced the pressure of meeting new people. I will definitely attend again "

"I love the survey beforehand, and enjoyed the opportunity to mix and mingle beyond the tables/groups we were assigned to."

"I was nervous about meeting new people—even though I love being outdoors—but the event turned out to be such a pleasant surprise! The icebreaker questions were fun and made conversations easy. I never felt bored, and it was a genuinely great experience from start to finish."

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to complete the pre-matching questionnaire in order to attent?

Yes! Otherwise you'll miss out on the special part of this process. We want you to feel the most comfortable in a group that is most likely to generate new friendships for you. The questionnaire only has 14 questions. Please fill it out when you reserve your ticket: https://forms.gle/msHpHfJeUDUVDKM

Is there food at the venue? Are there non-alcoholic options?

There are non-alcoholic options and there are several food stalls in the food hall as well as a bodega. NO outside food and drinks are allowed, so everyone will need to order from our food stalls. Here are the offerings: www.udmmilldistrict.com/stalls-1

What is the parking situation?

Urban District Market shares parking with Seoul Food - Mill District (421 E 26th St, Charlotte, NC). Closest light rail station is at 25th St. Guests can park there and walk through the courtyard to get to UDM. In case the lot is full, there is free parking on the streets and neighborhoods nearby.

What happens if the event is sold out?

You can choose to join the wait list. If others cancel, you'll be contacted to claim your ticket. You can also follow Filled Cups on eventbrite to continue to be alerted about future events.

Organized by

Filled Cups is on a mission to help you form quality relationships and fill your cup with meaningful connections. We organize and host two different types of events:

  • Friend-
  • Singles

We're bringing a different and innovative intelligent matchmaking approach to the connections space. Give our events a try!

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