Austin keeps showing up on every fastest-growing city list, drawing newcomers from all over for work in tech, music and food. That means it's full of women who just arrived and are building their social circle from scratch. If you've moved here recently and are still finding your people, that's a really common place to be.
Meeting people around town
From South Congress and Zilker Park to East Austin, Bouldin Creek and the Domain, Austin is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own feel. The women who settle in fastest tend to root themselves in a few recurring spots and groups, a run club on the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, a workout class, a weekly trivia night, so they see the same faces regularly. With so many newcomers around, showing up consistently and reaching out first makes all the difference.
How Dear Bestie helps women in Austin
Dear Bestie is the friendship app for women where every member is verified. Everyone you can connect with has confirmed they're a real woman with a government photo ID and a live selfie, so meeting someone new feels safe. Discover introduces you to verified women nearby, Circles connects you around shared interests, and Events and Plans help you turn a first hello into a real coffee on South Congress or a walk around Lady Bird Lake. It's built for genuine friendship, not dating.
If you're ready to find your people in Austin, Dear Bestie is a good place to start.
Common questions
What's the best way to make friends in Austin?
Root yourself in a few local spots and groups so you see the same women often, and be the one to reach out first. A friendship app for women can introduce you to verified women nearby who also want new friends.
Is there a safe app to meet women in Austin?
Yes. On Dear Bestie every member is verified with a government ID and a live selfie, so you know who you're meeting is real.