Let’s explore social events in Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Kansas City
Navigating the Holidays as a Highly Sensitive Person
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: The Sundry KC
The holidays are supposed to be a “magical” time of year, but what if this isn’t your experience? For many, the holidays can be a source of painful memories, stressful family dynamics, or a reminder there isn’t anyone special with whom to celebrate them. Those who identify as Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) also have their own challenges during the holidays (i.e. overstimulation, forced intimacy, a(…)
Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center
The Wilderness Act was signed into law on September 3, 1964, setting aside 54 designated areas in the United States to remain “forever wild.”
Today, that number has increased to 806, comprising more than 111 million acres.
Join the Sierra Club and the Missouri Department of Conservation, along with special guests from the U.S. Forest Service,
Missouri State Parks, and Kansas City Wildlands as we (…)
TACOS and BREWS! @ Tacos Valentina located in Torn Label Brewing Co.
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Tacos Valentina/Torn Label Brewing Co.
Hi everyone!
We wanted to do an event right before everyone gets traveling for the holidays! This will be our first midweek event featuring both food and beer from Torn Label Brewing Company.
Tacos Valentina is a restaurant that is part of the brewery. Join us on a chill weekday night for some authentic Mexican food (vegetarian options included) and good chats before the holidays come up 😌!
Ho(…)
Weyward, by Emilia Hart
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Banksia Bakehouse
Weaving together the stories of three extraordinary women across five centuries, Emilia Hart’s Weyward is an enthralling novel of female resilience and the transformative power of the natural world.(…)
Science Coffee Hour: Consciousness
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Crows Coffee | South Plaza
Come and join our Science Coffee Hour where we will discuss your favorite science and philosophy topics.
This session we will be discussing Consciousness.
According to Wikipedia:
“Consciousness, at its simplest, is awareness of internal and external existence. However, its nature has led to millennia of analyses, explanations, and debate by philosophers, scientists, and theologians. Opinions di(…)
Holiday Brunch
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Cafe Gratitude
Let’s start off the holidays with Gratitude! Looking forward to seeing everyone!
https://www.cafegratitudekc.com/
Located on Crossroads, parking can be a little tricky. I usually park across the street, behind ‘Rythm & Booze.'(…)
KCWMU Main Event: Spellcasting 101
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Aquarius Book Store-the Upper Room
We will be discussing different types of spellwork as well as simple frameworks in which to set up spells(…)
Inventors’ Center KC monthly Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Westport Flea Market
WE ARE BACK, BABY! As of January 2023 we are doing live meetings again! But we are also going to live stream the meeting at https://zoom.us/j/997705742
Our meetings are FREE and open to the public. But, we are a member-funded organization ($30 per year) and members get some distinct benefits.
Our live meetings are held at the Westport Flea Market, 817 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111, on the t(…)
BrowserStack QA meetup – November
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for our QA meetup of the BrowserStack Meetup group Kansas City.
**Session 1 : Details will be updated soon**
***Venue:*** **Will be updated soon**
***Date & Time – November 21st, 6:00 PM CST***
**Also meanwhile why not sign up as a champion?**
We have a thriving community of 1200+ QA Professionals as our community members through out the world you should consider joining our champions(…)
Sip & Paint : Painting Roulette
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: The Big Rip Brewing Company
**This event is 18+. Advanced purchased of tickets is required.**
📅 November 22nd
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 The Big Rip Brewing Company
💲$15
🎟 [https://sip-paint-painting-roulette.cheddarup.com](https://sip-paint-painting-roulette.cheddarup.com)
Inspired by the creativity of Inktober, this event invites you to unleash your artistic side with a fun twist!
You’ll select what to paint from a stack of cards,(…)
We’re finally BACK INDOORS at Micah Ministry–help feed and clothe our neighbors
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Independence Boulevard Christian Church
Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people each Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors.
Volunteers will help greet the guests, serve food, offer beverages, fill clothing requests and litter control. If there are enough volunteers, there may be the option to sort clothing.
We will now be serving back indoors, so please enter the red door in the parking lot(…)
The Sound of Music (cast album/soundtrack)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Johnson County Library – Merriam Plaza
Join us to discuss Rodgers & Hammerstein’s *The Sound of Music*. We’ll talk about the 1959 cast album as well as the 1965 soundtrack. It ranks at #74 on the Dave’s Music Database list. Read more about it [here](https://davesmusicdatabase.blogspot.com/2011/11/sound-of-music-soundtrack-hits-1.html).
Please note: We are at the Merriam Plaza Library and meeting on a Tuesday instead of our usual day.
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Book Club
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Minsky’s Pizza
Come discuss the book of the month with us!
**Note:** The meeting room we will be in has a maximum tab limit of 5. If you plan to order anything, be prepared to share a tab with a small group of people. Bringing cash is easiest, Venmo is the second-easiest.
**2024 roster:**
*February*
Theme: Communication/Relationships
Book: ‘Crucial Conversations’ by Joseph Grenny
Alternate media: [TBD]
*Marc(…)
Intro to Ballroom
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Kansas City Dance Club
Step into the world of elegance and grace with our Intro to Ballroom Dance class, where everyone is welcome! No partner necessary, drop-ins encouraged, and beginners embraced. As the weather cools outside, let’s turn up the heat on the dance floor!
Embark on a captivating journey through the fundamentals of timeless ballroom dances like the waltz, cha-cha, foxtrot, and tango. This class is more t(…)
Taco Tuesday Game Night in the River Market
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: DoubleTap KC
Level One Game Shop is pairing up with Double Tap for Board Game Nights on Tuesdays starting September 10th! The events will be at Double Tap from 6pm-9pm. Level One will be there to help teach games and pair groups together. Look for the host Mia, Nicholas, Garrett, Evelyn, or Ai. We will be bringing social party games and a few light to intermediate board games.
This free event is for you if yo(…)
TGIF – 4th Friday HAPPY HOUR
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Char Bar
Join us for happy hour on the 4th Friday at Char Bar. Everyone arrives on or after 4:30 pm. Look for the Sales Professionals group sign or a group of really fun people.(…)
West African Drumming Classes
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: St. Mark Hope and Peace Lutheran Church
Be immersed in the wonderful world of West African Drumming. Join us and learn the concept and approach on playing the jembe (hand drum) the dun-dun (stick drum) … These are the traditional drums from the regions of Mali, Senegal, Gambia and Guinea West Africa … with rhythms and folklore dating back to 1200 AD. You will enjoy it! Our instructor is Bird Ellington Fleming, director of the Tradit(…)
Knife making – Damascus and deer antler hunting knife
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Hammerspace Community Workshop & Makerspace
THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS. SATURDAY FROM NOON – 3:30ISH. SUNDAY FROM NOON UNTIL YOU ARE DONE WITH YOUR KNIFE.
This is an introduction to knife making using hidden tangs and one piece horn handles. We will be using existing damascus billets as a starting point for designing, cutting and grinding your own unique knife. We will be adding a brass bolster, deer antler handle and other decorative element(…)
Great Coffee With Friends!
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Rochester Brewing
Let’s go check out some coffee in beautiful Parkville. Rochester Brewing Co and Cafe is known for it’s big red caboose and is an icon in the area. Come grab a cup with us, newcomers are always welcome. Good conversation guaranteed!(…)
Current Hits Music Bingo
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Guy Fieri’s Dive & Taco Joint
📅 Current Hits Music Bingo every third Thursday
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Guy Fieri’s Dive & Taco Joint
💲 FREE
🎼 Music Bingo 🎼
Every Thursday 7pm – 9pm
**Current Hits Music Bingo every third Thursday!**
Come play solo or with friends and win exciting prizes!
It is completely free to play!
Drink specials start at 7pm.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Kansas City is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Kansas City on Visitkc.com, Inkansascity.com, or Kansascityonthecheap.com.
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An Evening with Gillian Flynn
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: UMKC Student Union, Room 401
Annual fundraiser and premier literary event supporting inclusive creative writing education in Kansas City.
Fast Friends (Live!) With Kelley O’Hara and Lisa Leslie
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: The Maverick
Fast Friends with Kelley O’Hara and Lisa Leslie is filming a live episode at NWSL Championship weekend!
2024 State of Downtown
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 1001 Riverfront Dr
The State of Downtown is a celebration of downtown development, economic growth, art and culture in Kansas City.
The All Black Everything X’perience
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Elevation Grille
Get ready for a night of pure elegance and style at “The All Black Everything X’perience” – it’s gonna be lit
NLBM Film Screening: The Diamond King
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
Thank you for supporting the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
Theater Performance: Cinderella A Dream Come True – Friday Night
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Chesterton Academy of St. Philip Neri
10th & 11th Grade Theater Performances
2024 Women Leaders in Sports: Connection & Cocktails
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: The Muehlebach Suite at Boulevard Brewery
Join fellow Kansas City women working and leading in sports for an evening of connection and leadership insights over cocktails!
Hamburger Mary’s Goes WICKED! (9pm)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Hamburger Mary’s KC
Hamburger Mary’s Goes WICKED!…a WICKED drag revue presented by Candice Marie, just in time for the movie release! Get your tickets now!
Ad Hops + FX Member Showcase
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Aspiria NOW
Freelancer. Contractor. Consultant. This year, the Ad Hops + FX Member Showcase gives you the opportunity to present your best work.
KCK Taco Trail Bus Tour “Best of the Best”
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 333 N 6th St
Join us on the KCK Taco Trail Bus Tour “Best of the Best” for a mouthwatering adventure as we eat the best tacos in KCK!
A Homeless Shelter Listening Session | The Beacon
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Independence Boulevard Christian Church
The Beacon and a guest panel will discuss the status of homeless shelters in the community & collect items to be donated to local shelters.
Resume Review One-on-One
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Women’s Employment Network
Meet for a personalized session to review your resume. We will focus on enhancing its effectiveness and ensuring it aligns with your career.
Introduction to Trauma Informed Supervision
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: University Health Truman Medical Center — Ground Floor Conference Room 1
Promoting workplace well-being, responding to secondary trauma, resisting burnout, and contributing to trauma informed culture
BRAND DAY: for Wedding Pros
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: The Maverick
Brand Day is a single-day photo shoot for wedding professionals to capture unique imagery to help them refresh and strengthen their brand.
The Leadership Convene | November 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: The Signatry
Gather your team for leadership over lunch ~ virtual and in person! Get connected and strengthened toward your business marketplace mission.
K-Beauty Pop UP
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 405 Southwest Blvd
Korean Facial! Join us for a fun and exciting K-Beauty Pop UP! Discover the Worlds #1 Korean beauty skincare line!
Kansas City Speed Dating ♥ Singles Ages 49+ at Pathlight Brewing Shawnee
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Pathlight Brewing
Speed Dating for KS Singles ♥ Pre-Dating Speed Dating is the world’s largest speed dating Co, Since 2001
Refuge Womanhood 24′
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 141 N Lawndale Ave
Refuge Womanhood 24′ is a gathering for women to come together and grow in God. All things girly and Godly it’s the perfect collaboration!
Indigo Hour: The Band Oasis
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Blue Room
The Band Oasis headlines Indigo Hour at the Blue Room, the signature happy hour event at the American Jazz Museum’s jazz club.
Kaw Tikis Dinner Matinee at The Ship
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: The Ship
Kaw Tikis deliver the guitar-driven surf rock songs from the late 1950’s and early 1960’s with a focus on the classic styling of the era.