Liz Bridges
Founder & CEO, washedup
Liz Bridges is the founder and CEO of washedup, a social activity app built for Los Angeles. She started washedup in 2025 to solve a problem she experienced firsthand: the city has 13 million people and almost no good infrastructure for meeting them. washedup connects small groups of 3–8 people for real-world plans — hikes, concerts, dinners, beach days — with no swiping and no endless chatting.
Based in Los Angeles. Building the social infrastructure for getting offline.
Articles
Making Friends
The Loneliness Epidemic in LA: What the Data Says
LA has 13 million people and one of the worst loneliness problems in America. Here's what the research shows and what actually helps.
Making Friends
Why Making Friends in LA Is So Hard
You moved to Los Angeles expecting a social life. Instead you got traffic and canceled plans. Here's why, and what actually works.
Things to Do
15 Best Things to Do in LA This Weekend
Rooftop movie nights, hidden trails, free museums, and more. The best LA weekend plans that are way better when you bring people.
Things to Do
Going to Concerts Alone in LA: A Complete Guide
Solo concert tips for every LA venue, from the Greek to the Roxy. Plus how to find people to go with so you don't have to go alone.
Making Friends
Meetup vs Bumble BFF vs WashedUp: Honest Comparison
Three apps, three approaches to making friends in LA. Here's what each one does well, where they fall short, and which fits you.
Things to Do
Best Beaches in LA for Groups: 2026 Guide
Planning a beach day with friends? Here are LA's best group beaches ranked by vibe, parking, food, and things to actually do.
Making Friends
The Best Social Apps in Los Angeles: 2026 Honest Review
Honest 2026 comparison of every social app in Los Angeles. WashedUp, Meetup, Bumble BFF, Timeleft, and more ranked by what actually works for meeting people in LA. No sponsored picks.
Things to Do
Free Museums in LA: Complete 2026 Guide
Every free museum in Los Angeles. Which ones are always free, which have free days, and which are best for a group outing.
Things to Do
10 Best Hiking Groups in LA for Meeting People
Sierra Club, Meetup trail groups, app-based matching, and more. The best ways to find hiking partners in Los Angeles right now.
Things to Do
Things to Do Alone in LA (+ How to Find People)
The best solo activities in Los Angeles, and how to turn any of them into a group plan when you're ready for company.
LA Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods in LA for a Day Out with Friends (Local's Guide)
Not sure where to spend the day with friends in LA? Here are the best walkable neighborhoods for a group outing — from Silver Lake to DTLA.