Let’s explore social events in Cardiff, Wales 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 Cardiff where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Cardiff
UX Wales 21
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Spindogs
**Announcing our October event**
Fancy a little autumnal UX meetup? Spindogs have sponsored us with a venue for our October event, which will be on Tues 15th October at 6pm in Cardiff. Yay!
**Speakers & Host**
We’ve got 2 great speakers and talks lined up for you. Your host for the evening is Cosmina Gherghe.
**Gemma Helyer**
Senior Product Designer at Box UK
* **Talk: tbc**
**Kathryn Davies**(…)
Sŵn Festival – Saturday
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: undefined
Setting this event up for anyone going to the Saturday of Sŵn festival. As the event is in multiple venues across Cardiff, I can’t guarantee there will be someone from the group at every band people want to see, but please post your plans in the comments and use this page to meet up with others on the day 🙂
Tickets and more info at: **[https://swnfest.com/](https://swnfest.com/)**(…)
Aldous Huxley: Modern Thinkers 53
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Leonardo Hotel Cardiff – Formerly Jurys Inn
We start our Meetup by having around three presentations, volunteered by different individuals. The idea is to avoid having one person dominate the expertise in the discussion and to prevent potential issues with biased interpretations from a single presenter. This approach ensures that no one has too much control over the conversation’s direction. If we just had 2 presenters the conversation coul(…)
Weekday Meetup at NQ64 Arcade Bar
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: NQ64
Come and join us at NQ64, a Barcade, for drinks and gaming fun. if you want a night out with people who share your nerdy interests then come along!
We will meet at 5pm but feel free to drop by whenever suits you though we may be roaming around the arcade.
Also please note there is a very slight dress code you can find more information here: https://nq64.co.uk/cardiff/FAQS/
If you haven’t alread(…)
Japanese conversation session 日英カジュアルな交流会
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Daffodil
Join us to chat in Japanese – all levels are welcome.
日本語と英語を話しましょう。
(Optional) homework:
Write a story about your real life experience and present it at the meet up. Bonus points for introducing the group to any new/interesting grammar or vocab you’ve learned in the process.
There is nothing you need to do or bring to the meet up(pen and some sort of notebook might be handy to write down anythi(…)
Raptors Monday Training
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Cardiff City House Of Sport
Come and try Korfball and our Monday training session!(…)
Cardiff Meditation Meetings
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: 43 Charles St
Hello and welcome.
Join us in person for our friendly and free meditation meetings in Cardiff Quaker Meeting House from Tuesday 27th February 2024.
**Tuesday evenings from 8pm to 9.30pm**
Venue:
**Cardiff Quaker Meeting House**
**43 Charles Street**
**Cardiff, CF10 2GB**
The method of meditation you’ll be experiencing is called Sahaja Yoga. During these sessions we’ll show you a gentle, natural (…)
Weekly French conversation group – Angel Hotel
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: The Angel Hotel (lobby)
Bonjour!
Please note the new venue of The Angel Hotel on Castle Street (right where it intersects with Westgate Street).
This is Cardiff French Language Meetup’s weekly casual drop-in. All levels and backgrounds welcome!
**Please ensure you have read the information on the main group page, as the weekly event pages are not always up to date. Our WhatsApp group is the best way to find out what i(…)
Drawing in the museum at Cardiff
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: National Museum Cardiff
We are a mixed ability group who meet in the museum with out materials to draw and chat. Some meet in the cafe inside the entrance and some draw around the museum and galleries. We meet back in the cafe at 12.30 to share our work and conversation. Use dry materials around the museum but you can paint in the cafe.(…)
Biodanza Cardiff Weekly Group – All Welcome!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: St. Peter’s Community Hall and Gardens
You are welcome!
If you would like to join us please contact Antoinette Lorraine : 07784787635 or email [email protected]. or just turn up!
There is an introductory price of £5 for new people.!
You should join if you like to move ! or if you feel inhibited but you would really like to move!
You should join is you want to be in the company of people who will not judge you but reinforc(…)
Womens Spirituality & Transformation Support Circle
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: undefined
Hi !
We are based in Cardiff and we meet one Friday evening each month .
We like to have a brief telephone conversation to make sure its something you are looking for. So when you contact me I will give you my number to call or you can give me your number and I will call you.
Coming together is a tremendous support and encouragement in every way as we can gain confidence and connect more deeply(…)
Wednesday evening CHENREZIG PUJA
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Samye Foundation Wales Mindfulness & Wellbeing Centre
Join us for this Tibetan Buddhist Meditation on Universal Compassion. Led by Anthony.
All welcome.(…)
BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: BrewDog Cardiff
**BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz**
Tuesdays 7pm start
£2 entry on arrival
Hosted by Emma
Join us every Tuesday night at 7pm for the BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz!
We highly recommend booking your table with the bar in advance:
[www.brewdog.com/uk/brewdog-cardiff](www.brewdog.com/uk/brewdog-cardiff)
Entry: £2 pp on arrival, cash or QR code available
Follow @compleatquiz on X for Quiz Jackpot clues!
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Games Night
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Junction 28
Come and join us for a fun games night.
Event will be held at Bob Sanderson’s house.(…)
Camerados Living Room
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: CF62 7AL
Camerados is a movement of people around the world who want us all to look out for each other and be more human in how we interact with others(…)
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 Cardiff, you can try out Skiddle.com, Inyourpocket.com, or List.co.uk.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Cardiff, Wales
Film & Comic Con Cardiff
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Utilita Arena Cardiff
Showmasters Events are returning to the Utilita Arena Cardiff for their Film & Comic Con Cardiff
Cardiff Brick Festival October 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Utilita Arena Cardiff
A LEGO fan event in Cardiff dedicated to all things brick!
Miss Kitty 30 Years in the Biz
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Cornerstone
Come celebrate Miss Kitty’s 30 years in the biz with a night of glamour, music and memories.
Wellbeing at work – The CIPD in Wales half-day conference
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: voco St. David’s Cardiff, an IHG Hotel
Join us to hear about wellbeing the workplace, the CIPD perspective, Welsh policy and case studies.
Understanding Hormones and their Impact
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Insole Court, Fairwater Road, Cardiff, UK
Join us at Insole Court on Tuesday 15th October for an empowering evening focused on hormones.
Tyndale House Day Conference – The World of The Bible
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Highfields Church
A day of teaching from Tyndale House researchers to investigate the world of the Bible.
Tickets are limited, please book now.
Cardiff 16+ Halloween Rave – 360 Special!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Cardiff Students’ Union
Motive Raves returns to Cardiff this October for a HUGE 16+ Halloween Rave. Ages 16 & 17 only. Valid physical photo ID Required.
The Female Athlete: Sports Medicine – Pelvic health – Performance
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Cardiff Metropolitan University – Cyncoed Campus
Join us for a day of learning about how to support your female athletes with a world class service
Wonderboy: Jamie Morrison in conversation – Cardiff
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Waterstones
Join us as we welcome Jamie Morrison, drummer of Stereophonics, to celebrate Wonderboy and The Life & Times of Drewford Alabama!
Black History Month Annual Forum WSM 2024 ‘Reclaiming Narratives’
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Weston College Conference Centre
A community-led forum with speakers sharing stories on diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism, fostering change in Weston-super-Mare.
A History of Britain in Ten Enemies: An Evening with Terry Deary – Cardiff
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Waterstones
Join us as we welcome ‘Horrible Histories’ legend Terry Deary, who will be discussing his brilliant new adult non-fiction book!
Fitness and Fizz
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: ION@Space2B
Join us for a 30 minute fitness class and time to socialise afterwards. Fizz, treats and goodie bag included!
Maggie’s Cardiff Quiz night – let’s get quizzical
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Whitchurch Rugby Sports & Social Club
Bring your friends and family to take on a brilliant quiz night all in support of our centre.
INTO THE SEA OF SONG (CARDIFF): Music, Myth & Mantra, with Awen’s Call
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Insole Court
An evening of performed music, storytelling, mantra singing and nature-based meditation with AWEN’S CALL, the Bardic Band!
Full House Brass Band Live at Kings Road Yard
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Kings Road Yard
Bringing the Crescent City to the heart of Cardiff, come join Full House Brass Band for a night of funk, live New Orleans Music!
Cardiff Chamber Choir // First Anniversary Concert
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Tabernacle Chapel, Cardiff
Cardiff Chamber Choir will perform a selection of pieces from our first year of working together, alongside the Mozart Coronation Mass.
Chwarae Teg
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: The Moon
New music night hosted by DJ Katie Owen in partnership with Creative Cardiff as part of Cardiff Music City Festival.
Better Start Ball 2024
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: The Parkgate Hotel
Cerebral Palsy Cymru warmly invite you to join them at their ‘Better Start Ball’ at The Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff.
Profi eich Offer/ Test your Equipment (PAT Testing)
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Whitchurch Community Centre
Profi eich Offer/ Test your Equipment (PAT Testing)