New city? New chapter? Sammy finds run clubs, game nights & classes and more near you — then helps you keep showing up until the regulars know your name.
Remember when making friends just… happened?
It still can. Friendship isn't an event — it's showing up to the same place until the faces get familiar. Hey Sammy finds recurring activities near you (run clubs, paint nights, board games, pickleball, classes) and helps you actually show up, again and again, until the regulars know your name.
WHY IT WORKS
Real friendships form through repetition. Same run club, same Tuesday, same faces. Familiar faces make conversation easy. Shared activities give you something to talk about. Hey Sammy is built around that simple science: become a regular, and friendship follows.
WHAT SAMMY DOES
- Learns what you're into — your interests, comfort level, neighborhood, and what you want more of in life
- Finds recurring, beginner-friendly activities near you where showing up solo is completely normal
- Answers the awkward questions before you go: Can I come alone? Do I need to sign up? When should I arrive? What do I bring?
- Gives you a first-timer tip and one low-pressure icebreaker for every event
- Adds plans to your calendar in one tap and nudges you before it starts
- Checks in afterward — how it went, who you met — and helps you go back
- Tracks your progress: new things tried, people met, weeks in a row you showed up
MADE FOR YOU IF…
- You just moved to a new city and your social life is starting from zero
- Your circle shrank — remote work, a breakup, friends who moved or had kids
- You keep saying "I should get out more" and then don't
- You want weekends you actually look forward to
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
"The recommendations are amazing — now I actually have fun things to try and a real reason to leave the house." — Ellie
"Having one place to find things to do, save plans, and get a little push to show up makes a huge difference." — Jeremy
"Hey Sammy turned 'I should get out more' into real plans I actually follow through on." — Elise
NO PRESSURE, NO STRANGERS-ONLY DINNERS
Hey Sammy isn't about one-off events with people you'll never see again. It's a practical local friend who helps you find your thing, show up, and keep showing up — because the fourth Tuesday is when "hey, you're back!" turns into real friendship.
Download Hey Sammy and see what's near you. Your people are already out there — probably three blocks away.
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Cool app, I like the goals section and the tips under the events. Had an issue with some of the events being in another state, and I currently can’t afford it. If I could afford it I think I’d be willing to pay $5 a month for the time saved and the goals. Obviously I’m not on the business side, idk how much it needs to charge to be profitable, just wanted to put it out there. Best of luck to the users and the maker!
Developer Response
hi! thank you for the feedback and for the review. we're taking steps to improve data quality & adding more cities over time. right now I'm not profitable, I'm running ads to get the word out but I'm losing money. the main goal (authentic connection IRL) is more important than trying to make as much money as possible so I don't mind for now. I'd like to offer you a free month so you can try more of the activities near you, mind emailing me? cj@omgcareer.com
Disappointed, but Good Idea
Actually_Lame
Edit: upon the developer commenting, I went back into the app to try again. The free trial is only 3 days and then you can either choose a weekly subscription or annual subscription. I did the 3 day trial to give the app a real shot. I selected every type of activity to see how many it can find in my area, and the only result was a run club (which I know for a fact is not the only thing in my area). I changed my review to 3 stars in hopes that the app will improve as it becomes more established, because I love the concept. But my true review? Still 1 star. OG: I was excited to find this app because finding new groups and events in my area is difficult. However, I am beyond disappointed to find that the entire app is behind a subscription-based paywall. The least they could do is offer a free trial so you can see if they actually have interesting events in your area prior to paying. They should tell you this before you fill out an entire profile.
Developer Response
Hi, solo founder here. As of July 17th when you wrote this review, we only offer free trials. We say "no payment due today" as well. You are more than welcome to use the app before deciding whether or not to pay for it. Given your review is incorrect, can you please take it down? 1 star reviews are deeply painful for new apps and for the overall mission I'm working on (helping people everywhere find and build authentic friends). Thank you.
Love the concept!
Top zomb
I’m a fan of apps that help us spend less time on screens and more time building healthier habits! If you’re someone who has a hard time putting yourself out there, or is hesitant to try new things, this app simplifies the process and makes it less overwhelming! The red panda as an accountability partner is cute and fun, but the app actually has a lot of practical and helpful ways to help you follow through with trying out new activities and events. As someone who appreciates productivity/self improvement tools, I think Hey Sammy has a lot to offer and I’m excited to see how it grows!
Love!
Twizzle250
Hey Sammy has honestly helped me discover so many fun activities and events I probably never would’ve found otherwise. It’s super easy to browse, and I love how simple it is to find things to do based on my interests. I’ve used it to try new experiences, meet people, and make plans way more often instead of just doing the same thing every weekend.The app itself is clean, easy to navigate, and works smoothly. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for new things to do and want an easy way to get out and explore more!
Added more cities in the USA, more activities, improved design
Version 2.25
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Information
Seller
OMG Career, LLC
Size
73 MB
Category
Lifestyle
Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
Apple Vision Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Languages
English
Age Rating
4+
4+
This app has an age rating of 4+ with content restrictions.
Some content may be rated higher, and may therefore be restricted and managed by the developer through in-app controls.
