About us
How to make new friends in this urban jungle? Simple. We are Jakarta Friends. Everyone is welcome to join the community.
We are the biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta... and we invite you to join us!
Jakarta Friends is the community to meet new people while doing unique activities in Jakarta. We eat and drink together, play board games, talk business, socialize, have potlucks, do language exchanges, explore the city by walking and culinary tours, and much more!
Together with the group Jakarta Writers (which mostly focus on storytelling) we are all about authentic connections in an uncomplicated and informal setting.
- You can see past events here: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/?type=past
- Browse all future events here: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/
Together, we are creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome. This community is a convergence of people and cultures.
Over the past 3,5 years, with Jakarta Friends & Jakarta Writers we have had over 250 events with about 2,000 attendees! Everyone should always feel welcome to join disregarding from their ethnicity, nationality, religion, creed, age, language skills, gender identification, sexual orientation, background, ability, income, social status, or any other arbitrary trait.
We have a yearly membership fee to join our events. This is explained in detail in every event description. The membership fee is not expensive and gives access to all events, while guaranteeing that hosting events remains sustainable for the organisers. There's much more value to members in a yearly fee than in an event fee.
We guarantee to keep organising plenty of events and the fee is refundable if the group closes down or if there are no events for more than three months. You can attend the first event for a sneak peek price!
You can also connect via chat and social media:
- Join the WhatsApp community for announcements: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- People who have attended one event in person can request to join the Community Chat on WhatsApp. This is a safe space free of spam, harassement, and unwelcome online behaviours!
- Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives/
If you are interested in activities related to creativity and the arts, feel free to **join the group Jakarta Writers (former Jakarta Creatives) 👉🏼 https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/** With Jakarta Writers we organise events related with storytelling including writing sessions and workshops, writers' clubs, book clubs, book swaps, silent reading events, and many more!
We look forward to meet you at a next event!
Corrado & the team of co-organisers
An important note about this community: This group welcomes everyone who genuinely wants to connect. The organisers won't tolerate any of the following behaviours:
- marketing promotions without checking with the admin first (including aggressive marketing strategies, pet trading, self-centered offers, non-relevant posts)
- negativity and blaming (including spreading false information, not helping each other, criticizing without offering a honest feedback or alternative solutions)
- harrassement, discrimination, intolerance, disrespectful behaviour
- it's important that people respect RSVP at event, and are respectful of everyone's time and efforts in organising events
- anyone who feels unsafe or unwelcome at an event is encouraged to report this to the organisers or to the Meetup help center
Featured event
DIGITAL DETOX IN THE SKY 📵🚀🍜 with Jakarta Friends – Pool, Food, Drinks & View
TL;DR This is a social gathering on a beautiful Jakarta rooftop | No-phone event to enjoy an offline experience! | RSVP required | We have a membership fee for attendees but you can join with sneak peek price | Full description below!
Full description ⬇️ Ask in the comments anything not answered here...
Hey, friend in Jakarta! Now that you joined JakFri... are you a member of Jakarta Writers yet? Want to see pictures of past events? Take a look here! And feel free to upload a few pictures you will take at the event 😊
JakFri and JakWri is the biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us to join us for this DIGITAL DETOX evening in THE SKY! No phones will be allowed during this event! Let's log off and talk to each other in real life!
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... it’s the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Join this very special event and take a look at luxury cars (Ferrari, Porsches, and more) before heading up to a cozy rooftoop café & resto with a stunning view of the elevated MRT train and the JakSel skyline, have a bite and drink with fellow Jakarta Friends and play a few rounds of free pool (billiard) in this fabulous terrace overlooking the city!
An informal and intimate evening where we favour authentic connections and conversations instead of big, loud group where you don't manage to go past the superficial "where are you from" and "what do you do" questions.
When checking in, everyone will be reminded not to use their phone. This is an event were we disconnect and enjoy each other presence! No phones are allowed for the duration of the event! Will you manage? 😉
This is a unique event with very limited places as the café is small. There's a table reserved for us inside (airco & non-smoking). First-timers are particularly encouraged to join! Reserve your spot today and make sure you update your RSVP if you cannot come. No show = kicked from the group.
Our events are introvert friendly and we favour authenticity! Everyone is always welcome to join our events. For this event, we have chosen a small café with an astonishing view and a delicious and diverse food menu. The location is excellent and the view of the MRT train passing a few meters away is absolutely epic.
At the entrance of the building there is a shop for luxury cars and you are invitated to take a stroll and feel free to buy one 😉 Be prepared to identify yourself with ID at the entrance for security reasons. Then you can head up with the elevator to the rooftop terrace (having both an inside area with airco and outside/smoking area with pool table). A table is reserved for us under the name "MeetUp".
The event starts at 6.30 PM and I strongly recommend to arrive on time. The kitchen closes at 8 PM for the last order. Don't be late and don't miss this opportunity to have an authentic evening with locals and international new friends. We will ask for a split bill and everyone will be paying what they consume. Pool is free!
We have organised this event before!
- Digital Detox in the Sky at Rocket Café (Jul 2026)
- Digital Detox in the Sky at Rocket Café (Nov 2025)
You can browse all future events and all past events of Jakarta Friends take a look at pictures of previous events to get a sense of the vibe of our group!
ABOUT THE VENUE
- Here's the IG of Rocket Café Fatmawati: https://www.instagram.com/rocketcafe.fatmawati/
- Here you can find all you need about the café: https://share.google/fKZMHUeX4DGIJ8xUD
- Rocket Café Fatmawati is located near the MRT Fatmwati (5 minutes walking distance) and we strongly recommend you to skip the hassle of macet, leave the car somewhere, and join by MRT.
- The restaurant closes at 9 PM and last order is at 8 PM. The place is small, and attendance to this event is limited to 6 persons.
If you cannot join, please update your RSVP at least 24h before the event as respect to the organiser and people in the waitlist. No-shows will be kicked out of the group.
There will be a table reserved for us under MeetUp. At the counter on the main entrance (first floor) you will be required to show your ID and indentify yourself to be let into the building as they care about security and a safe space.
HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?
To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules
- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- Cancellation a few hours before the event still counts as a no-show as it takes the spot away from someone else
- Don't be early! We want to eat together
- It's OK if you arrive some time after 6.30 PM, but let's try to eat together, shall we! So, try to make it in time.
- People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event to see if they got a spot
- No show at this event without updating RSVP = removal from the group.
- As the place is small, only 6 guests can attend this event and no +1 are allowed. You are most welcome to bring a +1 at another event!
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Our community has a membership fee that make sure we can keep organising plenty of events as we did over the past 4 years.
There's the option to pay a monthly membership fee through the app only (2 USD/month or about 33k IDR/month).
Membership can be paid as a yearly membership of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online ahead of the event to get 10% off! Membership gives access to all events plus exclusive perks**(*)** available only to paying members.
As a first-timer, you have several options:
- Option A: Join with a promo discount for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% if you pay online ahead of the event!
- Option B: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR sneak peek option & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event
- Option C: Bundle offer to join both Jakarta Friends and Jakarta Writers for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only.
All three options can be redeemed with an additional 10% discount when paid online ahead of an event.
In the past 3,5 years we have organised ~2-3 events per week (browse past event of JakFri here and of JakWri here). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month!
**(*)**This is a non-exhaustive list of special events we have had for paying members only. A Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw, a Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop or a Museum visits with free guided tours.
We guarantee to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months.
Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy!
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:
- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Writers: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 300 events with over 2,500 attendees.
Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback, with an average of 4.8⭐ (out of 5⭐) from around 600 reviews (take a look at our reviews here!)
We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kinds.
- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers
Upcoming events
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DIGITAL DETOX IN THE SKY 📵🚀🍜 with Jakarta Friends – Pool, Food, Drinks & View
Rocket Café Fatmawati, Gedung DKM Lantai Rooftop, Jl. RS. Fatmawati Raya No.01, Jakarta, IDTL;DR This is a social gathering on a beautiful Jakarta rooftop | No-phone event to enjoy an offline experience! | RSVP required | We have a membership fee for attendees but you can join with sneak peek price | Full description below!
Full description ⬇️ Ask in the comments anything not answered here...
Hey, friend in Jakarta! Now that you joined JakFri... are you a member of Jakarta Writers yet? Want to see pictures of past events? Take a look here! And feel free to upload a few pictures you will take at the event 😊
JakFri and JakWri is the biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us to join us for this DIGITAL DETOX evening in THE SKY! No phones will be allowed during this event! Let's log off and talk to each other in real life!
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... it’s the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Join this very special event and take a look at luxury cars (Ferrari, Porsches, and more) before heading up to a cozy rooftoop café & resto with a stunning view of the elevated MRT train and the JakSel skyline, have a bite and drink with fellow Jakarta Friends and play a few rounds of free pool (billiard) in this fabulous terrace overlooking the city!
An informal and intimate evening where we favour authentic connections and conversations instead of big, loud group where you don't manage to go past the superficial "where are you from" and "what do you do" questions.
When checking in, everyone will be reminded not to use their phone. This is an event were we disconnect and enjoy each other presence! No phones are allowed for the duration of the event! Will you manage? 😉
This is a unique event with very limited places as the café is small. There's a table reserved for us inside (airco & non-smoking). First-timers are particularly encouraged to join! Reserve your spot today and make sure you update your RSVP if you cannot come. No show = kicked from the group.
Our events are introvert friendly and we favour authenticity! Everyone is always welcome to join our events. For this event, we have chosen a small café with an astonishing view and a delicious and diverse food menu. The location is excellent and the view of the MRT train passing a few meters away is absolutely epic.
At the entrance of the building there is a shop for luxury cars and you are invitated to take a stroll and feel free to buy one 😉 Be prepared to identify yourself with ID at the entrance for security reasons. Then you can head up with the elevator to the rooftop terrace (having both an inside area with airco and outside/smoking area with pool table). A table is reserved for us under the name "MeetUp".
The event starts at 6.30 PM and I strongly recommend to arrive on time. The kitchen closes at 8 PM for the last order. Don't be late and don't miss this opportunity to have an authentic evening with locals and international new friends. We will ask for a split bill and everyone will be paying what they consume. Pool is free!
We have organised this event before!
- Digital Detox in the Sky at Rocket Café (Jul 2026)
- Digital Detox in the Sky at Rocket Café (Nov 2025)
You can browse all future events and all past events of Jakarta Friends take a look at pictures of previous events to get a sense of the vibe of our group!
ABOUT THE VENUE
- Here's the IG of Rocket Café Fatmawati: https://www.instagram.com/rocketcafe.fatmawati/
- Here you can find all you need about the café: https://share.google/fKZMHUeX4DGIJ8xUD
- Rocket Café Fatmawati is located near the MRT Fatmwati (5 minutes walking distance) and we strongly recommend you to skip the hassle of macet, leave the car somewhere, and join by MRT.
- The restaurant closes at 9 PM and last order is at 8 PM. The place is small, and attendance to this event is limited to 6 persons.
If you cannot join, please update your RSVP at least 24h before the event as respect to the organiser and people in the waitlist. No-shows will be kicked out of the group.
There will be a table reserved for us under MeetUp. At the counter on the main entrance (first floor) you will be required to show your ID and indentify yourself to be let into the building as they care about security and a safe space.
HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?
To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules
- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- Cancellation a few hours before the event still counts as a no-show as it takes the spot away from someone else
- Don't be early! We want to eat together
- It's OK if you arrive some time after 6.30 PM, but let's try to eat together, shall we! So, try to make it in time.
- People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event to see if they got a spot
- No show at this event without updating RSVP = removal from the group.
- As the place is small, only 6 guests can attend this event and no +1 are allowed. You are most welcome to bring a +1 at another event!
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Our community has a membership fee that make sure we can keep organising plenty of events as we did over the past 4 years.
There's the option to pay a monthly membership fee through the app only (2 USD/month or about 33k IDR/month).
Membership can be paid as a yearly membership of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online ahead of the event to get 10% off! Membership gives access to all events plus exclusive perks**(*)** available only to paying members.
As a first-timer, you have several options:
- Option A: Join with a promo discount for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% if you pay online ahead of the event!
- Option B: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR sneak peek option & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event
- Option C: Bundle offer to join both Jakarta Friends and Jakarta Writers for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only.
All three options can be redeemed with an additional 10% discount when paid online ahead of an event.
In the past 3,5 years we have organised ~2-3 events per week (browse past event of JakFri here and of JakWri here). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month!
**(*)**This is a non-exhaustive list of special events we have had for paying members only. A Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw, a Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop or a Museum visits with free guided tours.
We guarantee to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months.
Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy!
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:
- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Writers: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 300 events with over 2,500 attendees.
Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback, with an average of 4.8⭐ (out of 5⭐) from around 600 reviews (take a look at our reviews here!)
We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kinds.
- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers
5 attendees
WOMEN Only Event 🔴⚪ Celebrate Indonesia Artistry with Jakarta Friends!
Galeri Zen1, Jl. Purworejo No.24, RT.1/RW.6, Dukuh Atas, Menteng, Kec. Menteng, Kota Jakarta Pusat, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 10310, Jakarta Pusat, ID➡️ TL;DR A woman-only event to enjoy the arts together | We'll go for dinner afterwards | We have a membership fee for attendees but you can join with sneak peek price | Full description below!
Full description ⬇️ Ask in the comments anything not answered here...
Hey, friend in Jakarta! Now that you've joined JakFri... are you a member of Jakarta Writers yet? Want to see pictures of past events? Take a look here! And feel free to upload a few pictures you take at the event!
JakFri and JakWri are the biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us for a WOMEN-ONLY event: EXPLORE INDONESIAN CULTURE + DINNER in Central Jakarta!
Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... It’s the best version of yourself.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Jakarta is referred to as a melting pot due to its status as a "home" for numerous ethnic groups and cultures from across Indonesia. Indonesia is abundant in local artistry and artists. Therefore, let's discover them together.
Join us for a Women-Only MeetUp at Gallery Zen1 as we explore Fluid Grounds, an art exhibition curated by Dr. Anna Sungkar. Come enjoy the artworks, see them through the perspective of a female curator, and meet other women in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
- Here is the location: https://share.google/NemZxWMjWs8mmn54x
- And here is their Social Media presence: https://share.google/cwlWqmXYXRfgfqIJU.
After the gallery visit, we’ll take a 10-minute walk to The Platform Rooftop Bar for dinner and a chance to chat, connect, and enjoy some good company. A relaxed evening of women supporting women. 💕
It's the first time we're organising this event! You can take a look at all past events of JakFri here!
ABOUT THE VENUE
The Platform Rooftop Bar is a stylish rooftop spot on the 12th floor of ARTOTEL Hub Simpang Temu in Dukuh Atas, offering panoramic Jakarta skyline views, food, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere—perfect for dinner, conversation, and unwinding after the gallery visit.
- Here is the location: https://share.google/akMSnGHCQZsw4qQtj
- And here is their Social Media presence: https://share.google/uKbE8JWkLDjh5EpK5.
ABOUT THE HOST
Your host for this event will be Gina, a seasoned local with a lot of knowledge about the city and eager to welcome new friends to our community.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT?
To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules
- This event is for WOMEN ONLY. We want to connect with each other and share our various experiences as modern women living in big cities.
- We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to update their RSVP at least 24 h before the event as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers.
- Be on time! We want to watch the show together. Latecomers cannot be accommodated and need to find everyone.
- People on the waitlist cannot attend and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event if they got a spot.
- Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group.
- Cancellations a few hours before the event are unfriendly for other attendees, the organiser, and the venue, and should be avoided. They still count as a no-show.
- No +1 allowed for this event
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?
Our community has a membership fee that makes sure we can keep organising plenty of events as we did over the past 4 years.
Our community has a monthly membership fee that can be paid through the app only (2 USD/month or about 33k IDR/month).
At the latest, at the start of the event, you need to show proof of membership. Membership can be paid as a yearly membership of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online ahead of the event to get 10% off! Membership gives access to all events plus exclusive perks**(*)** available only to paying members.
As a first-timer, you have several options:
- Option A: Join with a promo discount for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% off if you pay online ahead of the event!
- Option B: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR sneak peek option & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event.
- Option C: Bundle offer to join both Jakarta Friends and Jakarta Writers for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only.
All three options can be redeemed with an additional 10% discount when paid online ahead of an event. You need to choose Option A, B, or C at the latest at the beginning of the event.
In the past 3,5 years we have organised ~2-3 events per week (browse past events of JakFri here and of JakWri here). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month!
**(*)**This is a non-exhaustive list of special events we have had for paying members only. A Give Away Birthday Celebrations with a lucky draw, a Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop, or a museum visit with free guided tours.
We guarantee to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a full refund if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months.
Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay) with a 10% discount. Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy!
THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY
Our communities are:
- Jakarta Friends: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends
- Jakarta Writers: https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/
Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 300 events with over 2,500 attendees.
Attendees rate our events very positively and give wonderful feedback, with an average of 4.8⭐ (out of 5⭐) from almost 600 reviews (take a look at our reviews here!)
We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind.- You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx.
- Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives
- For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page or DM the event organisers
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