Let’s explore social events in Raleigh, 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.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Raleigh, North Carolina. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Raleigh
***Rescheduled!*** Inaugural Meeting!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Ruth Drennan Cakes
Rescheduling to September 3rd.
If you are looking for something fun to do with some pretty cool people, come be one of the founding members of Raleigh Bakers and Cakers!
At this first meetup, we’ll socialize, sample some treats, and figure out what kind of activities we’d like the group to undertake.
Come join us!(…)
Marketing AI in Action: Real tools, real talk with real experts
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Raleigh Founded North
Are you looking to use AI more effectively in your workflow? Both startup and enterprise companies use marketing AI to manage their processes and improve campaigns. Join your fellow marketing operations nerds for an evening of learning, networking, and discussion related to AI best practices and benefits.
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional, this event is designed to provide you wi(…)
Triangle Content Creators (GATEWAY LOCATION)
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: 2409 Crabtree Blvd suite 107
**No agenda. Let’s talk shop, and mingle.**
Join us at Raleigh Founded (Gateway) at 6:00 pm. Let’s drink beer, eat pizza, and network with other content creators in the area.
Meet podcasters, vloggers, and other content creators in the area. Also, share this on your social feeds.
**RALEIGH FOUNDED -GATEWAY (off of Captial Blvd and Crabtree Blvd)**
2409 Crabtree Blvd Suite 107, Raleigh, NC 27604(…)
French and English Speed Language Exchange At Vita Vite
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Vita Vite Downtown
Si le groupe est grand, nous allons diviser en partenaires et parler pendant 5 à 15 minutes (selon le nombre de personnes), puis changer. De cette façon, tout le monde a la possibilité de parler pendant tout le Meetup. Si le groupe est très petit, nous discuterons en groupe. Vous pouvez venir à n’importe quelle heure entre 19h et 21h. Nous serons à Vita Vite au centre-ville de Raleigh. On y sert d(…)
Ladies Night Out- The Walk Up
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Walk Up
Hello fabulous ladies! If you are looking for a casual way to meet other women in your area, this is the event for you! Whether you’re a social butterfly or just looking for a relaxed way to meet amazing women, all are welcome.
**🍸 Sip & Savor:** Enjoy a delicious cocktail, glass of wine, cold beer, or a refreshing mocktail as you mingle. Looking forward to seeing you there!(…)
Downtown Techies Raleigh Happy Hour – Meet, drink and be Techie!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Lynnwood Brewing Concern
Welcome to Downtown Techies!
We exist to create meaningful connections in the Raleigh-Durham area with technologists of all backgrounds. Whether you have been with us from the beginning (over 6 years!) or are brand new to the area, we are so excited to host you and provide an engaging and easy avenue to network, collaborate and enjoy a beer with innovative people.
Bring a friend, Grab a beer and(…)
Friday Game Night!
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: 5120 Raynor Rd
Show up anytime after 6PM and we’ll find a game and a table for you. And don’t worry if you don’t recognize some of the games, we have plenty of games teachers that will get you up to speed in no time!
Sign up for our email list and we’ll send a reminder before each event with the list of featured games that night: [subscribe](https://gmail.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=4c52ae3360769256cd0fa48(…)
BIG Labor Day Cleanup & Cookout
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Knights of Columbus 2546
It was so awesome last year we decided to do it again.
Get ready for an epic Labor Day celebration! We’re kicking off with a massive roadside cleanup so bring your energy. This part is for the 12+ crowd.
Afterward, it’s time for burgers, dogs and some hangout. And everyone is invited! That will start about 11! We are supplying the burgers and dogs, you bring the sides and drinks. The bar will be(…)
Land Healing Circle – POSTPONED to 9/6
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Powell Drive Community Park
Hello beautiful souls! Our next Healing Circle will be on Friday 9/6/24 from 530-8pm! We will be outside to do a group land healing to allow Mother Earth to receive some healing.
**Outdoor location at Powell Drive Park**
The circle is open to both women and men. Here is the agenda which is different that my usual circles:
* Closing of the circle
* Gathering of materials
* Astrology update
* Med(…)
Lunch at Ni Asian (N Raleigh)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Ni Asian Kitchen
Join us for Chinese and Asian food and conversation. At the corner of Strickland Rd at Six Forks Rd, between Pet Smart and Target.
http://www.niasiankitchennc.com/
https://yelp.to/wC78R15etI(…)
Drone Flying at Dorothea Dix Big Field September 7th 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 808 Barbour Dr
The weather is starting to cool off! Join us on **September 7th** for our first drone meetup of Fall 2024!
Come to participate or just to spectate – pilots of all experience and flying model type are welcome! FPV, camera drone, heli, RC airplane – we do it all! Our meeting spot is along the long side of the Dorothea Dix field, adjacent to Barbour Dr. (**use GPS directions to 808 Barbour Dr, Ralei(…)
90s Jam session @ Bach2Rock Apex, NC
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Bach to Rock
Welcome to our 90s jam session. Please provide your song suggestions and as always bring a great attitude! The studio is fully equipped, so just bring your instrument and make a reasonable effort to learn some of the songs. We’ll compile a song list from your suggestions, so you’ll have plenty of time to practice. Rock on!
[Song sign-up sheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OkWYoQXJpAV54(…)
Hot Sauce Festival in Oxford
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: undefined
Hot Sauce Festival
Downtown Oxford
So much fun they added the Friday night time which starts at 6 pm(…)
Hopscotch Music Festival
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: City Plaza and Charter Square Downtown Raleigh
Hopscotch is back! This year the headliners are St. Vincent, Faye Webster, Waxahatchee, The Jesus Lizard, BADBADNOTGOOD, JPEGMAFIA, and Joe Pera.
https://hopscotchmusicfest.com
More details to come!(…)
Downtown Techies Durham and Raleigh MERGE FOR THE SUMMER!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Lynnwood Brewing Concern
Hey Techies!
We are so excited to see you all again! Heads up! for the summer months we are merging all of our events into an event once a month on the first Tuesday of every month!
Don’t forget to RSVP for first round free!!
We will be resuming Downtown Durham events in September on the third Tuesday of every month. We would love your suggestions on venues! Just ping us.
Questions or suggesti(…)
Dinner Meet and Greet
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: JD’s Tavern
Let’s meet at JDs Tavern in Apex for our first meet and greet. Looking forward to meeting you ladies there!(…)
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice & BBQ
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Wells Fargo IMAX Theatre at Marbles
**Movie Synopsis:**
*Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both re(…)
Art en Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Oakwood Cemetery
**Plein Air Drawing and Painting meetup**
Join Program Coordinator and Artist Brianna McCormick the first Thursday of every month rain or shine to draw in Plein Air at Oakwood Cemetery.
This meetup is free and designed for artists of all ages and skill levels.
We will meet at the office at 9am and walk together to our location for the day. Bring water, a chair or blanket and your favorite art s(…)
Sep Jam Session 1: New Seasonal Standards List
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Corner Tavern and Grill
Rhythm Section – Jim on Keys, Bob on Bass, Brandon on Drums
Join us Sep 3rd as we dive into our refreshed rotating seasonal standards list which contains a mix of some modern favorites, familiar classics, and new challenges!
Chega de Saudade RB1
Love For Sale RB2
Hot House RB3
I’ll Remember April RB1
Walkin RB1
Equinox RB1
Crazeology RB2
Song For Sisyphus RB3
The Way You Look Tonight RB2
A Night(…)
Midtown Techies and Downtown Techies Merge for Summer Events!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Lynnwood Brewing Concern
Hey Techies!
We are so excited to see you all again! Heads up! for the summer months we are merging all of our events into an event once a month on the first Tuesday!
Don’t forget to RSVP for first round free!!
I will see you there! Let me know if you have any questions or suggestions! My digital door is always open.
–Jake Shepherd
www.downtowntechies.com(…)
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 Raleigh, you can try out Visitraleigh.com, Downtownraleigh.org, or Triangleonthecheap.com.
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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.
Blues & Fusion Room at Trilogy Swing 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Blues & Fusion will be joining the line-up of great dancing at Trilogy Swing this year! Come dance with us!
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!
NCWAHN Annual Luncheon
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Jiddi Space
Join NCWAHN at our second annual luncheon in Raleigh this September following the NC Affordable Housing Conference in September.
Johnston County Alumnae Chapter’s (JCAC) ALL WHITE DAY PARTY
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: The Gateway Event Center
We are back with your last blast party of the summer, JCAC ALL WHITE DAY PARTY on September 7th! Advance tickets are strong encouraged!!
CAM Raleigh: Art of Fashion – Runway Show
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: CAM Raleigh
Join us for an unforgettable night of elegance, fashion, and entertainment. 10 designers in the country and their collections!
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!
Tantra Speed Date® – Raleigh (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Cirque de Vol
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% match rate! Meet singles & ignite connections through fun, chemistry-building games!
NC Vintage Bazaar – Raleigh – Largest Vintage Clothing Market in NC
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: North Carolina State Fair
NORTH CAROLINA VINTAGE BAZAAR, the biggest vintage clothing market in North Carolina! Updates at @ncvintagebazaar on Instagram
Play Date for Grown Ups Over 50; Why can’t dating feel like play?
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Triangle Wine Company
Playing together is a fun, low stakes way to meet someone you want to date! Plus, learn about the Baking Bread Method for Lasting Love!
LATIN ROOM at Trilogy Swing ‘24!
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Hilton Raleigh North Hills
The LATIN ROOM returns to Trilogy Swing ‘24!
Elevated Yoga
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Haven Farm
Experience an elevated session of yoga enhanced with herbal education and elixirs.
Make & Take: Bowl With Lid
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Cary
Looking for that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift? Why not give the “Gift of Experience”? Our classes and workshops are the perfect unique alternative to a material gift for any occasion! Interested in working on a lathe but unsure or daunted? Learn to turn with carbide tools. This class will walk you through the ins and outs of wood turning with a professional instructor there to answer any questions
“Be The Barista” Espresso Basics Workshop!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 131 S Wilmington St
Come learn about the art of espresso with the owners of Crumb & Cream!
Take Me Dancing, Square Dancing!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: St James United Methodist Church
Get ready to kick up your heels and do-si-do at our “Take Me Dancing, Square Dancing!” event on September 3rd at 6:30 PM!
Line Dancing At Trilogy Swing 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Come dance with us!
Bridgerton Tea Party
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: LaDiDa Wine Shop
You’re Cordially Invited to a Bridgerton Tea Party Join us for an afternoon of elegance and charm inspired by the beloved Bridgerton series
Wine and Track at Apex Racing Lab
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Apex Racing Lab
Come sip on some wine and test your racing skills at Apex Racing Lab!
Reiki Master Class
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Raleigh
Advance your Reiki to Reiki III/Reiki Master Level! In-person training in Raleigh, NC.
Mystic Rituals Presents: Night Vow
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: House of Art
Raleigh grounds shake once again! Join us as we dance and connect through the psychedelic sounds and vibrations from some of NC finest Djs!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Bull City Ciderworks
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
We did this last fall, let us do it again this year! Come and go as you please — for those who want to go get dinner afterwards, we can always find a local spot! Spend an hour or two trying what Bull City has to offer and then go grab food!
Nafkot Ethiopian – Round 2
◦ When: Friday, Oct 11th
Another repeat of a popular event from last year — let us share community platters of delicious Ethiopian cuisine at Nafkot in Raleigh!
**I WILL FOLLOW UP FOR RVSP CONFIRMATIONS TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE EVENT TO ENSURE SEATS ARE FILLED. PLEASE KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR INBOX. No reply could end up in forfeiture of seat.**
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.