Meet new people and enjoy companionship with friendship clubs across New Zealand





Friendship clubs create welcoming spaces for people to connect, socialise, and share experiences. In New Zealand, these clubs help people of all ages build relationships, reduce loneliness, and enjoy social activities.
📍 Carterton, Wellington
Carterton Friendship Club in Carterton, Wellington, welcomes over 60s with inspiring speakers and a friendly vibe. Join for $25/year after 3 visits!
📍 Paremata, Porirua, Wellington
Join Paremata Socius Club - Friendship New Zealand, a social club for retirees in Wellington. Enjoy activities, friendship, and community spirit in Paremata.
📍 Saint Leonards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay
Join Stortford Lodge Social Club in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, for pool, darts, and social fun. A welcoming sports club for adults and juniors (13-18 with guardian).
📍 Hāwera, Taranaki
Join Hawera Men's Friendship Club Inc. in Hāwera, Taranaki, for social gatherings and inspiring speakers. A welcoming club for older men.
A friendship club is a group focused on building social connections through regular gatherings and activities. Clubs may organise coffee mornings, outings, games, and community events.
They provide opportunities for people to meet others in a relaxed and friendly environment.
📍 Carterton, Wellington
Carterton Friendship Club in Carterton, Wellington, welcomes over 60s with inspiring speakers and a friendly vibe. Join for $25/year after 3 visits!
📍 Paremata, Porirua, Wellington
Join Paremata Socius Club - Friendship New Zealand, a social club for retirees in Wellington. Enjoy activities, friendship, and community spirit in Paremata.
📍 Saint Leonards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay
Join Stortford Lodge Social Club in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, for pool, darts, and social fun. A welcoming sports club for adults and juniors (13-18 with guardian).
📍 Hāwera, Taranaki
Join Hawera Men's Friendship Club Inc. in Hāwera, Taranaki, for social gatherings and inspiring speakers. A welcoming club for older men.
📍 Taradale, Napier, Hawke's Bay
Friendship Club of Taradale, a men's social club in Hawke's Bay, offers monthly meetups, guest speakers, and trips for retired men. Join us for camaraderie!
📍 Greytown, Wellington
Join Tauherenikau Friendship Club in Greytown, Wellington, for social events and sub-clubs like walking and gardening. Meet us monthly in South Wairarapa!
📍 Bell Block, New Plymouth, Taranaki
Join Bell Block Community Friendship Club in Taranaki for social fun! Enjoy bowls, cards, and bingo for those 50+. Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays in Bell Block.
📍 Kaitaia, Northland
Join Kaitaia Friendship Club in Northland for social connection! Monthly meetings, guest speakers, and lunches for retired or semi-retired locals in Kaitaia.
📍 Hope, Tasman
Join Waimea Combined Friendship Club in Tasman for active retirees. Enjoy monthly meetings, speakers, outings, and new friendships in Hope.
📍 Te Kamo, Whangārei, Northland
Join Friendship NZ-Kamo, a top social friendship club in New Zealand. Build connections, meet new people, and enjoy community spirit with us!
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Join WINGS, a Whangarei friendship club for women. Enjoy events, outings, and coffee mornings with a welcoming community. Connect today!
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Join the Kaikohe Mid North Friendship Club, a social club fostering friendship and community in Kaikohe. Connect with locals and build lasting bonds!
📍 Thames, Waikato
Join Thames Community Club in Waikato for social activities like bingo, quizzes, and day trips. A friendly club for newcomers and retirees in Thames.
📍 Ōhope, Bay of Plenty
Discover Ōhope Friendship Club, a lively social club in Bay of Plenty for seniors. Enjoy monthly meetings, activities, and outings. Visitors welcome!
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Join the Stoke-Tahunanui Ladies Club Rebus Club, a friendship club for active female retirees in Nelson. Enjoy monthly meetings, speakers, and outings!
📍 Blenheim Central, Blenheim, Marlborough
Join Friendship Club Marlborough, a social club in Marlborough for retired men and women. Enjoy monthly meetings, speakers, outings, and new friendships!
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Join Ruamahunga Club, a community organisation for retirees in NZ. A Friendship Club (FNZI) fostering connection and social activities for seniors.
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Friendship Force Of Taupo, a social club, connects global friends through travel and hosting. Join us for cultural exchanges and peace-building friendships!
📍 Tauhara, Taupō, Waikato
Join The Great Lake Club in Taupō, Waikato, for social gatherings and friendship. Meet on the 1st Tuesday monthly at 10 am with inspiring guest speakers.
📍 Waihi, Waikato
Waihi and District Friendship Club in Waikato: Social hub for retired folks with group outings, monthly guest speakers, and morning tea. Build fellowship in a friendly environment. (138 characters)
📍 Chartwell, Hamilton, Waikato
East Hamilton Friendship Club: Social hub for seniors in Hamilton, Waikato. Join retired and semi-retired friends at monthly meetings for connection and fun. Newcomers welcome! (128 characters)
📍 Waianiwa, Southland
Waianiwa Community Club and Community Hall in Southland: Social friendship club with Friday gatherings, hall hire for 200, licensed venue for events. Ideal for community groups and locals.
📍 Windsor, Invercargill, Southland
North Coffee Club - Invercargill: Monthly social meetings in Southland with guest speakers for friendship and peer connections. Join us at Jubilee Hall every 3rd Tuesday at 9:45am in Windsor, Invercargill.
📍 Newfield, Invercargill, Southland
Join Newfield Friendship Club in Invercargill, Southland: interdenominational senior citizens' group with card playing, board games, tea, indoor bowls, and special 5th Thursday outings or speakers. All welcome!
📍 Glengarry, Invercargill, Southland
The Combined Friendship Club of Invercargill offers social gatherings for retirees in Southland. Meet monthly at Glengarry Tavern for friendship, fun, and active pursuits in Invercargill.
📍 Invercargill, Southland
Invercargill Central Friendship Club: Social hub for active retirees in Southland, NZ. Monthly meetings foster fellowship, active minds, and new friendships for men. Join us!
📍 Winton, Southland
Winton Mens Friendship Club offers social fellowship for retired men in Southland, NZ. Monthly meetings keep minds active and build new bonds. Enquiries welcome.
📍 Oamaru, Otago
Friendship Club Oamaru: Social club for retired women in Oamaru, Otago. Regular 10am meetings at St John's Hall, Exe Street. New members welcome to join friendship activities in Waitaki.
📍 Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
Discover the 60's Up Club - Petre, Whanganui: a social club for seniors offering musical entertainment, guest speakers, games, and bus trips. Join us in Manawatū-Whanganui for active, fun friendship every 3rd Wednesday.
📍 Te Kamo, Whangārei, Northland
Friendship Whangarei: Social club for retirees in Te Kamo, Whangārei, Northland. Build connections and enjoy friendship activities. New members welcome to our welcoming community.
📍 Te Kamo, Whangārei, Northland
Join Kamo Social Club for friendship and community in NZ! A welcoming social club to connect, share, and build lasting bonds with others.
Friendship clubs foster companionship, reduce isolation, and encourage wellbeing through social interaction. Members gain confidence, support, and the joy of forming new relationships.
These clubs are open to all, creating a welcoming environment for newcomers and long-time members alike.
Friendship clubs are found in towns and cities across New Zealand, often meeting in community centres, halls, or cafes. They are especially valued by people looking to expand their social networks.
By joining, members enjoy the warmth of shared experiences and the chance to form lasting bonds.