London is full of creative people, but in such a huge city it can be tricky to actually meet them. Whether you’re new in town or just looking to grow your circle, there are plenty of ways to connect. From casual meetups and buzzing festivals to cozy cafés where ideas flow as easily as coffee, London has endless spots to find your people. Here’s how to meet other creatives in the city and start building real connections.
Whether you're a designer, illustrator, filmmaker, or working in any creative field, this guide will help you find your people in the city. From casual meetups to vibrant community events,
London
offers countless opportunities to connect, collaborate, and get inspired.
Creative Lunch Club is a global community for people working in the creative industries. Whether you are a graphic designer, a photographer, a marketer, or a filmmaker, the Creative Lunch Club gives you the chance to regularly meet other creatives in your city for lunch.
The Design Kids is a global community for emerging designers, with city meetups, interviews, jobs, and practical resources to help you build your folio and grow your career.
CreativeMornings is a global series of free, monthly morning talks that bring creatives together for coffee, inspiration, and good vibes.
Friends of Figma is a global network of local design groups supported by Figma, where UX, UI, and product designers come together to learn and exchange ideas. Each chapter hosts events like design critiques, community talks, and tool-focused workshops to foster collaboration and creative growth.
Creative Lives in Progress is a UK-based platform and community that connects emerging creatives with industry opportunities, resources, and inspiration. Through events, mentorship, and inclusive networks, it helps people break into the creative industries and build meaningful connections.
Type Thursday brings type lovers together each month for drinks, talks, and a laid-back group critique to sharpen your letterforms. Hang with the community and get feedback on works in progress.
ZZEG ZZAG is a London-based creative initiative showcasing collaborative projects and immersive communal gatherings. Their creative meetups bring together artists, makers, and curious minds in the vibrant London scene.
Ladies, Wine & Design is a global community uplifting creative women and nonbinary folks with meetups, talks, and mentorship. Inclusive vibes, real talk, and chapters around the world.
SXSW London is the new European edition of the iconic SXSW festival, bringing together creativity, culture, technology, and innovation in one multidisciplinary event.
It features talks, performances, exhibitions, and networking opportunities that connect global thinkers, artists, and creators in the heart of London.
UX London is a three-day conference that combines inspiring talks with hands-on workshops across the themes of discovery, design, and delivery.
It offers a chance to learn from industry leaders, collaborate with peers, and connect with the wider UX community.
Leading Design is a two-day conference for design leaders curated by Clearleft. Sessions cover hiring, culture, team structure, stakeholder management, and wellbeing.
London Design Festival is an annual design event presenting landmark commissions, installations, exhibitions and talks. It includes the Global Design Forum, a partner programme and the London Design Medals.
Creative Lunch Club is amazing! It makes it easy to connect with other creatives in your area, making new friends every month. I’ve really enjoyed my lunches so far.
I recently signed up for Creative Lunch Club and I am enjoying the experience so much. It’s a great way to connect with other creatives in your area.
Creative Lunch Club is always a treat. If you are new to a city, looking for collaborators or just nice humans, I would recommend.
