Let’s explore social events in Durham, NC 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 Durham where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Durham
Drinks, Food and 2 TV Pilots- Table Read!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Dogwood Bar and Grill
We will meet at the Dogwood Bar and Grill in NW Durham in the Riverview Shopping Center at 5:30 p.m, order drinks and appetizers and get started on the 1st 30 page TV pilot. Then we will order food and get started on the 60 page TV pilot. Both were in the top 10 selected by the [Bull City Film Festival.](https://filmfreeway.com/BullCityInternationalFilmFestival)
There is no minimum but please do (…)
LABOR DAY – LDFF 15 Year Celebration Prep Session
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: TDS / Triangle Dance Studio
\*\*\*\*\*LOCATION AND TIME CHANGE\*\*\*\*
Move With Grace Ballroom has a ceiling leak issue, and we couldn’t have us there with that getting in the way. As a result, we have made arrangements to return to our old stomping grounds, Triangle Dance Studios. Unfortunately, someone is scheduled to come in at 5:15pm, so the time frame has been moved up in order to give us clean up time.
We are taking (…)
🍷 Midweek Wine Down at The Wine Feed 🍷
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: The Wine Feed
Need a midweek pick-me-up? Come hang out with me at The Wine Feed this Wednesday evening! 🍷
Join us for a relaxing and fun-filled gathering at one of the best spots in town. The Wine Feed offers a fantastic selection of wines and delicious food that will make your taste buds sing. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just looking for a great time, this is the perfect way to break up your week.
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Special Fall Crafting Project (Raleigh, NC)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: TBD – In the Raleigh area
Hi Ladies! I hope you have all had a wonderful Summer at the pool, beach, traveling, etc! Well… FALL is just around the corner and soon we’ll be setting out our pumpkins.
To get us in the Fall spirit, our member (and artist) AMY is going to guide us through a special Fall craft! It will be pumpkin inspired, and you can choose to do either a: 1) canvas, 2) tote bag, or 3) door hanger. It will be(…)
Glass Boxyard Jug Ride
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: The Glass Jug Beer Lab – RTP
This is basically the Boxyard ride starting and ending at The Glass Jug. In line with the Labor Day vibe and my healing injury, it will be laid back. I may order pizza or something else for delivery to the Glass Jug after the ride. Feel free to indicate pizza preference in the comments below.
Route: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48223042](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48223042)
You must bring(…)
Paint & Sip
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: 1601 E Geer St suite f
# [Start your weekend off with ART! – $25 and up](https://delorespottery.corsizio.com/event/66bcecad5fce9b5646b5c79a)
[Register HERE](https://delorespottery.corsizio.com/event/66bcecad5fce9b5646b5c79a) \- $25 and up
## This experience is great for a date night or night out with friends
**No Clay experience needed!**
In this Paint & Sip class you will paint and or glaze 3 – 4 premade pottery pie(…)
Greenways to Guglhupf
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Southern Boundaries Park
Start/finish at Southern Boundaries Park. Ride around Durham, focusing on 3 paved greenways: Third Fork, American Tobacco Trail, and Ellerbe Creek. Two miles before the finish, we’ll stop in at Guglhupf for authentic German pastries and beverages. [guglhupf.com/cafe-biergarten](https://guglhupf.com/cafe-biergarten/) 22-mile route, paved greenways + connecting streets, leisurely pace, no-drop. http(…)
goCrafting: Crafts, Beers, and Socializing at Crafts & Drafts!
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Crafts and Drafts NC
Hey Millennials! 🎨🍻
Kick off your weekend by spending Friday evening with us at **Crafts & Drafts** in Durham! Unleash your inner artist, craft something awesome to take home, and chat over some beers and wines.
**What’s the Deal?**
**Crafts & Drafts** is your DIY craft and bottle shop in Durham. They’ve got all the cool self-guided craft kits— think glass etching, glass painting, wood burning(…)
Meetup in Chapel Hill
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Chipotle Mexican Grill
ASL conversations.(…)
Midlife Mavericks 🍻 40+ Happy Hour @ Frontier RTP Building 800
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: The Frontier
You’re 40+, fabulous, and flirting with the idea of building the business you’ve always dreamed of. Maybe you’ll never become a billionaire, but you’ll get drinks on the house if you at least show up 😉🥂✨
You’re not alone. Come meet other dreamers, doers, and darers—it’s never too late to build a business! Join our community & incubator of 1,200+ founders & funders: https://discord.gg/qBwT6Kfe?e(…)
Sound Bath Zen Tuesday with Crystal (Free, donations are welcome)
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: 1:11 Art & Healing Space
A featured weekly sound bath event at the 1:11 Art and Healing Space in Durham. Donations welcome (suggested donation is $20-40)
[Reserve your spot here](https://www.111artandhealing.org/calendar) or via [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558261355537)
Learn more about Crystal: [https://heal.me/little-bird-sound-healing](https://heal.me/little-bird-sound-healing)(…)
Conversazione in Italiano
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Bean Traders
(Please read added note at the end)
This group is for the spirited beginner, casual learner, advancing intermediate, and any fluent speakers who are open to sharing their knowledge of the Italian language. I myself am still a beginner. This meetup will be very informal so feel free to stop by and shout ‘buongiorno!’ on your way to work or stay for the whole 45 minutes. And no pressure on ordering(…)
Meditation, Movement Meditation, Tai Ji Quan
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: FIT Carrboro
Hi Everyone,
It has been a long time coming but I have found an indoor space for practicing Tai Ji and the vibe is fantastic. I am so happy to share with everyone what I have been learning and developing all these years and what has been an important part of my journey. We will stretch, mobilize, meditate, learn a few movement meditation forms, and close with positivity. I am looking forward to me(…)
Loneliness…
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: undefined
How has this subject impacted your life? You aren’t alone! Let’s connect!
Details will be provided once RSVPed(…)
✨KPOP MV Workshop | “ROCKSTAR” by Lisa | Pt. 1
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: TDS Space
Unleash your **baddie energy** in our K-pop dance workshop, featuring BlackPink Lisa’s electrifying choreography to “ROCKSTAR.”
This workshop kicks off a 3-part series. In Part 1, we’ll learn the first chorus through the second chorus.
Suitable for advanced beginners, this session will take you through fast-paced moves that challenge your coordination, rhythm, and style. Push your limits and shi(…)
Music in the Park – Town of Morrisville
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: 280 Town Hall Dr
Last event of the summer series offered by the Town of Morrisville, this one will feature the band 2Digh4 (pronounced To Die For) which is a local country band from Fuquay-Varina. There is parking in the lot next to the police station, but it is limited, so come a little early before it fills up. More parking at the town hall complex within walking distance.
Food trucks: Make Nice Empanadas and Oa(…)
Introduction to Obedience & Agility plus Off Leash Play In The Fields
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: FairPlay on Dog Lovers Lane
Members and their guests attending this event are invited to participate in both the Introduction to Obedience & Agility and the Off Leash Play In The Fields but you can also take advantage of only one and not the other.
This event will repeat on the first and third Saturday of each month. It is held at a private location. The prior evening, specific directions will be sent to everyone scheduled (…)
Wednesday Night Beer Run featuring DSSOLVR and The Rigsbee!
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: DSSOLVR Durham
Join us on our typical Wednesday jaunt through Durham where we run 4ish or so miles through downtown Durham (or the tried and true Duke Chapel route).
We’ll start and end at DSSOLVR Durham, so there’s plenty of parking, and for this special one time Wednesday Night Beer Run: when the run ends, we’ll be greeted by people from The Rigsbee who will give out drink tickets.
Here we can get our **free(…)
*VIRTUAL* SF/F Group
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: **Virtual via Zoom**
**Zoom Info Below Description**
This sub-group focuses on Science Fiction and Fantasy, so if you have anything that falls under that category — be it short story, poem, novel-in-progress or screenplay — then come! We’d love to hear from you.
Our format allows each reader 15 minutes to present their work… followed by approximately 20 minutes of feedback from the other attendees. To ensure a fai(…)
1st Saturday Hike – Sal’s Branch Umstead Park
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 8801 Glenwood Ave
The group has hiked Sal’s Branch a couple of times this past year. The trail is about 2.8 miles and is pretty level. It’s a nice walk in the park.
We will meet at the visitor center at the Crabtree entrance off of Glenwood avenue (8801 Glenwood Avenue). The visitor center should be open so we’ll meet inside. If it’s closed we’ll meet out front near the picnic table. I’ll be wearing a weird cat sh(…)
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 Durham, you can try out Discoverdurham.com, Dpacnc.com, or Wral.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Durham, North Carolina
PLAYlist Concert Series: Sierra Green and the Giants
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Durham Central Park
Durham Central Park presents PLAYlist Concert Series in partnership with WNCU FM. Sierra Green and the Giants takes the stage September 6th
Summer Fling
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Durham Convention Center
Join the Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha and the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity for our inaugural Summer Fling Party. Feat. DJ Brian Dawson
Somethin’ Special
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: The Matthews House
a 1day, 8hour, electronic dance music and visual arts festival at a historic manor. 4 music stages, several artists, & more. Let’s explore.
Raleigh ISSA Chapter Meeting September 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: NC Biotech Center RTP
Raleigh ISSA Chapter Meeting September 2024
PAW PAW FORAGE
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Flat River Waterfowl Impoundment
Come join us to search for the elusive Paw-Paw and Persimmon !
Crowded Table Club: Sex and The City Edition
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: RBF, Your Authentic Champagne Bar
Let’s kick off New York Fashion Week in style, by celebrating the beloved show Sex and the City in style… and of course, make new friends!
Verses and Vibes
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: The Slush
Poetry + Hip Hop + RnB = VIBES and A WHOLE MOOD!
North Carolina International Food Fiesta
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: 1600 E Pettigrew St
Join us at the North Carolina International Food Fiesta for a delicious culinary journey around the world on September 2nd at 11 am
Chapel Hill Ghost Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Rougarou/Imbibe
Travel around Chapel Hill, hearing the stories and seeing the sights of the town’s most haunted locations.
Chapel Hill True Crime Walking Tour
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Rougarou/Imbibe
A tour of Chapel Hill’s most unnerving true crime locations.
Rhythm & Hues
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Missy Lane’s Assembly Room
Get ready for an immersive fusion of music and visual art at Rhythm & Hues – it’s gonna be a vibe!
The Varietrials #9: Gruner Veltliner + Chenin Blanc Tasting
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Westgate Wine Bar
Join us at Westgate Wine on for a once-a-month tasting series of popular varietals.
35th Church Anniversary Banquet
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Living Waters Christian Community
Come celebrate 35 years of our church’s journey with a special banquet filled with food, fun, and fellowship!
Herb Your Enthusiasm Floral Design Class
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Grata Diner
Herbs the word with rosemary, mint and herbs mixed with North Carolina farm flowers. Sign up on The Florapist website for web price
Creative Journaling with Caleb
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: DSSOLVR Durham
Join us for a fun and interactive session where Caleb will guide you through unique journaling techniques to unleash your creativity!
Venge Wine Tasting w/ Dominic DeCastro
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Westgate Wine Bar
Join us at Westgate for a tasting of select wines from the portfolio of Kirk Venge.
RISE&SHINE- music, movement, joy ✨ Elul edition!
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Through mindfulness, movement, music, and majesty, we’ll meet the morning with magic ✨
The Tint Showcase
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Dejas
Come out to support local talent, make new connections, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend of performances, fun vibes and training!
Herb Your Enthusiasm Floral Design Class Raleigh
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: The Florapist at Cornerstone Clubhouse
Herbs the word with rosemary, mint and herbs mixed with North Carolina farm flowers. Sign up on The Florapist website for web price
SOLD OUT -Virgo Season Bridgerton Tea Party
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Brecotea
Join us for a high-society tea party celebrating Virgo season in true Bridgerton style!
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Monthly Mix & Mingle: Get To Know Your NC Triangle Chapter
Open to members and non-members alike, learn about the Ellevate NC Triangle Chapter while enjoying drinks and delicious snacks from Boricua Soul at our monthly Mix & Mingle event.