Let’s explore social events in Jacksonville, FL happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Jacksonville where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Jacksonville
Morning walk along the Ribault River
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: 1340 Ribault Scenic Dr
We continue our exploration of the history and natural features of the Northside. We will walk between two beautiful parks, each right on the riverside through a neighborhood of riverfront homes with a view to the water throughout the walk. The area is a peaceful and calm respite to the hustle and bustle of the city nearby, with many tall mature pines and oaks and bird life delighting our eyes and(…)
Wilderness Reform by Matt Query and Harrison Query
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: undefined
Let’s try this again! It’s a little shabby, but the food is amazing. Come discuss our October book and cheers with new friends! Feel free to dress festively 🎃(…)
The Bloody Chamber
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Fishweir Brewing
Join us to discuss The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter! From the webs, from familiar fairy tales and legends – Red Riding Hood, Bluebeard, Puss-in-Boots, Beauty and the Beast, vampires, werewolves – Angela Carter has created an absorbing collection of dark, sensual, fantastic stories. As always no obligation to read the book, come out for a drink + a chat. Looking forward to seeing y’all and meeti(…)
Emerald Trail, narrated historical hike, western downtown, La Villa.
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
Sorry fellow Outdoorsys. I accidentally deleted this event, so I am starting over. We will meet at 1055 West Duval St. This is a pond next to the Horse and Canine unit of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s office. Be sure to come to WEST Duval Street. Your homework assignment is to check out “Emerald Trail La Villa”. Some sights that we will see are the butterfly garden, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” park, (…)
Downtown Jax Young Professional Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Intuition Ale Works
Downtown Rotaract Jax is a community service and leadership organization for young professionals. Our focus is on downtown Jacksonville and surrounding areas with our underlying principle of ‘Service Above Self’ in mind.
We meet at Intuition at 5:45 PM for a pre-meeting social followed by our meeting starting at 6:00 PM. We are excited to have you come to check out our club meetings, learn from J(…)
Networking and Chill 1st Year Anniversary!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Kava and Company
let’s Network(…)
Wedding People
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: TBD – probably near Jax Beach
Humorous fiction(…)
The Ultimate Queen Celebration
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts
Join us for **The Ultimate Queen Celebration**.
When Brian May of Queen says “He’s the kind of performer you dream of finding,” and Roger Taylor of Queen says, “fantastic, magnetic!” You know it’s going to be a good show.
If you are looking for the best Queen tribute band on the market, The Ultimate Queen Celebration is simply the best. The Ultimate Queen Celebration features lead vocalist Yvan (…)
Taking the Bodhisattva Vow: Teaching and Workshop with Lama Karma
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: undefined
Karma Thegsum Choling Jacksonville warmly invites you October 19-20th to join us in person or on zoom for a weekend teaching on “Taking the Bodhisattva Vow” with Lama Karma Drodhul. Lama Karma is a resident teacher visiting from our parent monastery Karma Triyana Dharmachakra.
Lama Karma will teach on the history and benefits of the vow. The Bodhisattva Vow Ceremony marks the beginning of a dharma(…)
1st Annual Christian Singles Conference 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: San Marco Community Center
1st Annual Christian Singles Conference! Join us for a day filled with faith, fellowship, and fun at Aspire Church San Marco. Connect with other Christian singles, engage in inspiring worship sessions, and participate in enlightening workshops.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow spiritually and build meaningful relationships.
Register now and be a part of this incredible event. Lunch is in(…)
Bachata Classes Week 4 (B)
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Avondale Dance Directions
Heat things up with some Bachata!
Saturdays @ Avondale Dance Directions, 1080 Edgewood Ave South
(Back side of Murray Hill Plaza, just North of 17)
♬ 1:00pm-2:00pm Level 1-Beginner
♬ 2:15pm-3:15pm Level 2-Intermediate
♬ 3:30pm-4:30pm Level 3-Intermediate
♬ 4:45pm-5:45pm Level 4-Advanced
**Progressive Classes** Our classes are set up as a series of 6-week progressive courses, with a party after ev(…)
Jacksonville Women’s REI Network- October Luncheon
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Strings Sports Brewery
Join us for an inspiring meet-up where you’ll connect with like-minded women passionate about real estate investing. This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with local women making a difference in the Jacksonville community through their investments.
Here’s what to expect:
Noon – Check-In: Grab your name tag, order lunch, and start networking with fellow attendees.
12:20 PM—Guest Speaker(…)
Full Moon Gong Meditation
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Black Cat Yoga
In many cultures, the full moon is considered an auspicious time for spiritual practices like meditation and contemplation in large groups.
The Gong is a sacred and timeless instrument of rejuvenation and transformation. Its deep resonant tone has been used for ritual, ceremony, prayer, and meditation and works deeply on the mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies.
October’s full moon, known as (…)
Introductory Taoist Tai Chi Classes
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Riverside Park United Methodist
The Taoist Tai Chi Society® internal arts and methods incorporate stretching and turning into a sequence of movements that improve the health of body, mind and spirit. They reduce tension, improve circulation and balance and increase strength and flexibility. We will meet every Tuesday from 7-8 pm beginning September 17th. These sessions build upon each other week to week but you may join at any t(…)
Seance with Dr. Phil
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: The Cosmic Church of Truth
Lead by: Dr. Phil Delong
Cost: $30
Reverend Dr. Phil offers a different style seance method that is enjoyable to experience. He works with Spirit, the Angelic Realm and the light. This is very similar to the Friday Night, Spiritual Mind Gathering.
If you have questions, contact Kelly by email:
[email protected](…)
Capoeira Outdoor Training Day.
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Boone Park
I’m going to train in the park. Let’s make it a group thing!
Meetup @ Boone Park to get some training in provided the weather holds up.
This is not a class but I need to get some more reps in and like to train outside. Hang out, drill, practice music.(…)
Kundalini Kriyas at Seventh Wonder Spa!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Seventh Wonder Holistic Spa
Get ready to learn how to expand our awareness and tap into our spirit through Kundalini Kriyas. Breath is Spirit!
This is a donation based class, payment is accepted through: Cashapp: $iamRetti
Venmo: @Charles-Moretti Paypal: [email protected], Cash or Credit
A lot of movement and breathwork is involved and geared more toward those who occasionally exercise. Your body is a vessel, and if it (…)
Eat Your Yard
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Eat your yard Jax Farm
This is NOT a preparedness meeting, but a great way to purchase and learn about edible trees and plants that YOU can grow in your yard as food.
Come see what Eat Your Yard Jax has for sale and see how their garden grows. This is a great way to learn about FL hardy plants that are resistant to heat and drought.
If anything, come tour the garden and get ideas for your yard and please be sure to le(…)
God Loves You Evangelism
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: GOD LOVES YOU Evangelism
Welcome to the God Loves You Evangelism Meetup Group! We are a door to door bearing gifts ministry; where we connect hearts back to the heart of GOD. Our community organization is dedicated to spreading the message of Christ through evangelism and creating a strong sense of community among believers. Whether you are a seasoned evangelist or new to sharing your faith, this group offers opportunitie(…)
Double Session – Azure Certs & Tips and Tricks to Networking
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Keiser University
Join us for our JSSUG Monthly meeting. We will have a double session this month. The first session will be on Azure Certifications, and the second will be on Tips & Tricks to Networking as a Data Professional. We will have a hot meal, training, and networking.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
You can make more friends at one party by showing interest in them than in a month by trying to meet people online. Meeting new people and making genuine connections in local events can be fun and easy if you go with the right mindset.
When it comes to meeting new people, nothing beats showing up in the real world. But none of the tips will work if you are not coming from the right place. Keep an open mind when attending social events. Reframe strangers as potential friends, it will make it much easier to approach conversations and fully engage in them.
When choosing an event, keep an eye on interesting themes, something you can relate to. Meeting new people in the context of mutual interest increases your chances of being friends.
Research events with the types of people you want to meet. They could be people in your age group, your field of work, or a specific neighborhood. Do not be too strict though, loosen up a little bit from your expectations.
Go where people are intentionally looking to make friends such as networking events where it feels normal and expected to walk up and introduce yourself.
In this digital era, apps and websites are the most convenient solutions for finding out about local events. If you are not sure where to look for events happening in Jacksonville, you can try out Jacksonvilletx.org, Jacksonvilleprogress.com, or Wikido.com.
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Jacksonville University: 2024 Homecoming & Family Weekend
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Jacksonville University
We look forward to welcoming alumni, parents, friends and fans for Homecoming & Family Weekend on October 18 – 20, 2024!
Casey Rocket at Underbelly – Jacksonville, FL **LATE SHOW**
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Underbelly
Catch comedian Casey Rocket LIVE at Underbelly in Jacksonville, FL for the a late night performance
2024 Realtor®/Builder Trade Show – It’s Hammer Time!
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Adam W. Herbert – University Center
The must-attend event of the fall! Put on by the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors & Northeast Florida Builder’s Association
KBONG & JOHNNY COSMIC w/ VANA LIYA & EMILY SHEILA – JACKSONVILLE
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Underbelly
KBONG & JOHNNY COSMIC w/ VANA LIYA & EMILY SHEILA live in JACKSONVILLE
Electronic Thursdays Presents: NURKO UNITED Tour | 10.17.24
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Myth Nightclub | Element Bistro & Craft Bar
Electronic Thursdays Presents: NURKO UNITED Tour | 10.17.24
NAACP Jacksonville Branch 59th Annual Freedom Fund Luncheon
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
Join us for the Jacksonville NAACP’s 59th Annual Freedom Fund Luncheon with Derek Johnson! Celebrate, shape the future, and VOTE!
Social Saturdaze All Black Affair Day Party
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Lauren’s Seafood Blues and Jazz
Social Saturdaze All Black Affair Day Party
Fall Backyard Wine Tasting and House Concert
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Murray Hill Neighborhood
Backyard Wine Tasting and House Concert
Fall is in the air and so is the aroma of wine and the sounds of song
Myth Nightclub Presents: Ignite Fridays | 10.18.14
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Myth Nightclub | Element Bistro & Craft Bar
Myth Nightclub Presents: Ignite Fridays | 10.18.14
10/14- Jacksonville, FL- Bewitched on Bourbon Street
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant- Jacksonville
10/14 Bewitched on Bourbon Street- Wine Club Pairing Dinner
Copy of Bite Club Vampire Lounge
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Kickbacks Gastropub (In the Dungeon)
JoHanna Moresco presents Bite Club Vampire Lounge
Scared Stiff: Showstopper’s Burlesque Revue
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Stumpy’s Hatchet House Jacksonville- Axe Throwing
A tantalizing Burlesque Revue, where the seductive meets the spooky…
The Living Room Tour – Night Three
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: 2278 Mills Rd
Join Deya on the Living Room Tour where she goes house to house in an intimate living room setting to play an acoustic version of her new al
“I AM THAT ONE” PRAYER GATHERING 2024
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: 5732 Normandy Blvd
Join us for two days of intimate prayer, worship, and a fireside chat to equip you with tools to engage in spiritual warfare.
Halloween Grave Rave – Pop Punk Emo Night JACKSONVILLE with DONEFOR
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Jack Rabbits Live
PunkNites Pop Punk Emo Night JACKSONVILLE is coming back and we are squeezing all the punks, emos, & scene kids we can into Jack Rabbits
Cuppa Jax – Dr. Christopher Bernier, DCPS Superintendent
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Skyline Room, Riverplace Tower
Cuppa Jax holds gatherings for neighborhood and community leaders that are open to everyone.
Maggiano’s Jacksonville Presents our Caymus 50th Anniversary Wine Dinner
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy
Join us for an evening of delicious Italian cuisine paired perfectly with a selection of wines celebrating 50 years of Caymus Vineyards.
Eagle’s View Academy 30 Year Anniversary Celebration
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: 7788 Ramona Blvd W
We are thrilled to invite you to a special event as we celebrate Eagle’s View Academy’s 30th Anniversary!
5th Annual Jax FetFest- VENDORS & SPONSORSHIPS
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Jacksonville Lifestyle at CKJ Studio
5th Annual FetFest
October 18th-20th 2024
Vendor Fee & Sponsorship Opportunities
Simplify Property Management With AI
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Holiday Inn & Suites Orange Park – Wells Rd., an IHG Hotel
AI doesn’t have to be a scary thing when you know how to use it to your advantage.