Parallel Play

We've been there too.

Staring at the same four walls. Missing unexpected inspiration. Craving creative energy that Zoom can't provide.

We built Parallel Play because we were tired of working alone while surrounded by millions of other creatives in NYC.

Based out of Verci, we are bringing the collaborative spirit and community we've cultivated to creatives across the world. Welcome to our creative co-working club.

How it works

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Tell us about yourself

Share your vibe through our quick application– Tell us about your work, who you want to meet (similar minds, different perspectives, industry folks, etc.), and what you're looking for (collaboration, parallel play, advice, etc.)

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Get matched

If approved, we’ll introduce you to a group with three hand-picked matches at the start of each month that we think you’ll get along with!

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Parallel Play

Meet up at places you discover together or from our curated list of partner spaces with exclusive discounts. We’ll also share our co-working handbook with activities to facilitate inspiration.

Meet your people.

Members

Our community includes:

  • Writers carving out their first novel

  • UX designers reimagining the digital world

  • Filmmakers crafting their next short

  • Product managers thinking beyond the roadmap

  • Makers crafting outside their 9-to-5s

  • Musicians composing their breakthrough sound

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Black and white photo of five people sitting on a blanket, engaging in activities like eating and painting; they are surrounded by art supplies and cups.
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Find the coolest places to work

We partner with locals to curate some of the most unique working spots in your city and provide exclusive discounts for members.

Members also often meet up at private studios, residences, and more

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“I was stuck in a creative rut until I joined Parallel Play. My monthly group has become both my accountability partners and friends."

— Maya S., Founder of Chocbox

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“I've collaborated on three projects with people I met through Parallel Play. It's transformed the way I feel about my city (and my portfolio lol)"

— Joel Y., Filmmaker

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People working on laptops in a cozy cafe with wooden shelving and ambient lighting.
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Meetups in the USA - DM us or tag pics @joinparallelplay

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 FAQs

  • Parallel Play is $59 for 3 months. This gives you your monthly match and access to partner space discounts.

  • Each month brings new matches. If you have specific concerns, our community team is here to help make adjustments. We also offer a money-back guarantee if you don’t love the experience.

  • Not at all. We welcome side-hustlers, career-changers, and multi-hyphenates. Creativity doesn't require credentials.

  • That's up to your group! Most meet weekly for 2-3 hours at cafes or our partner spaces. You decide together what works. We also have a pomodoro handbook for coworking sessions that starts with intention setting and ends with group share-outs + asks.

  • We're starting in NYC and expanding to other cities soon. Join the waitlist to be notified when we launch in your city.

  • Absolutely. Our matching form allows you to specify industries you'd like to connect with, whether for collaboration or inspiration.

  • We offer a money-back guarantee if you don’t click with your group. You must have actually met up with a group to redeem your refund.