Vancouver Language Exchange Friday | Make Friends, Learn Languages & Culture

Language Exchange & Cultural Meetup - Vancouver

Practice languages and make international friends in Vancouver! Join our welcoming multilingual community for language practice, cultural exchange, and meaningful connections.

Languages Practiced

Popular languages at our Vancouver meetup:

• 🇬🇧 English - native speakers and learners welcome
• 🇪🇸 Spanish - from Spain and Latin America
• 🇯🇵 Japanese - beginners to advanced levels
• 🇰🇷 Korean - K-pop culture and business Korean
• 🇨🇳 Mandarin Chinese - simplified and traditional
• 🇹🇭 Thai - perfect for Vancouver locals and expats
• 🇻🇳 Vietnamese, 🇵🇭 Filipino, 🇹🇼 Taiwanese
• Plus many more! French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Hindi

Perfect For

• 🎓 Language Students at universities and language schools
• 💼 International Professionals improving business language skills
• ✈️ Travelers & Expats learning local languages
• 🏠 Locals interested in foreign languages and cultures
• 📚 Self-learners using apps like Duolingo, Babbel, or Rosetta Stone
• 🎯 Anyone curious about different cultures and languages

What You'll Experience

• 🗣️ Practice conversation with native and fluent speakers
• 🌍 Cultural exchange and international perspectives
• 🤝 Make friends from around the world in Vancouver
• 🎲 Language games & activities to make learning fun
• 📍 Local insights on Vancouver from diverse perspectives
• 💼 Professional networking in multiple languages

All Levels Welcome!

From complete beginners to native speakers - everyone has something to offer and learn. Our supportive community celebrates mistakes as part of the learning process!

Event Details

📍 Where: The Ballyhoo Public House, Vancouver. Ask staff for "Social Meetup" reservation.

💰 Cost: $5 online (capacity limited at door)

🆓 Website Registration: Register on our website for easier event booking and occasional free entry offers: https://meetpeoplevancouver.com/

💳 Member Pricing: Become a member for cheaper entry if you attend multiple events per month!

💬 WhatsApp Community: Join our Vancouver multilingual community for daily language practice and cultural events!

Event Guidelines

• Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed)
• Be patient and encouraging with language learners of all levels
• Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm)
• Photos may be taken - inform host if you prefer not to be photographed

Event updates posted in WhatsApp chat and by email. Reserved area maintained even if host unavailable.

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