Frequently Asked Questions

No, participating in Friends of Socrates meet-ups is completely free! We believe in making our events accessible to everyone. While the meet-ups themselves are free, there are often optional purchases available, such as Friends of Socrates merchandise and food, which participants can choose to buy.

At a Friends of Socrates event, the experience is dynamic yet structured. Upon arrival, participants sign in and get a name-tag with either their real name or a code name. We provide a quick overview of conversation guidelines, then pair participants with conversation partners. Throughout the event, you'll engage in discussions using conversation prompts, rotating to a new partner every 3-10 minutes based on the prompts and group

Friends of Socrates typically hosts regular meet-ups at least once per month. Additionally, we organize specialty events in-between, so be sure to keep an eye out for those!

Friends of Socrates values a diverse range of perspectives and welcomes participants of various ages. While we don't have a strict age rule, we recommend that participants be at least high school age to ensure meaningful and engaging conversations.

At Friends of Socrates, our conversation prompts are highly diversified, covering a wide range of fields including philosophy, politics, economics, books, music, art, personal experiences, and more. What unites all these questions is their open-ended nature, designed to stimulate thought and foster meaningful discussions.

If you're interested in bringing Friends of Socrates to your city, reach out to us! You can contact us via email, social media, or phone through the information provided in our contact section below. Additionally, if you're passionate about meaningful conversations and intellectualism, consider becoming an organizer yourself. Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone in your community who might be interested!