11 Secret Local Apps That Unlock Authentic Travel Experiences

9. Community Event Aggregators (e.g., Eventbrite - Niche Filters)

Leverage platforms like Eventbrite, or search for a city's official community event calendar app/website. The trick is to filter aggressively: search for free events, library workshops, small gallery openings, local market days, neighbourhood festivals, or public lectures. These smaller-scale happenings are typically aimed at residents, offering a genuine slice of local cultural life, often with opportunities for easy interaction and participation.