Going to Events Alone: How to Make It Easier

Plenty of people skip events they'd enjoy because they don't want to walk in alone. A little planning helps.

Before the event

• Check the venue layout and arrive a few minutes early, when it's quieter.
• Decide in advance how long you'll stay. Having an end time makes it easier to go.
• Pick one small goal: hear the first set, talk to one person, see one exhibit.

At the event

• Find a spot near the action rather than by the door.
• Events built around an activity, such as talks or workshops, give you something to focus on.
• It's fine to leave when you planned to.

Bring a pal

If you'd rather have company, book a pal on Palhour to come along. You agree how long they stay, how much to talk and who covers tickets before you go. It's platonic company, booked and paid through Palhour. See how it works.