Let’s explore social events in Portsmouth, UK 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 Portsmouth, UK. 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 Portsmouth
Workspace Share
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Piscataqua Durham
Sometimes you work better outside your normal space. I am offering a large space for folks to come and be in their own focus. The intent is for quiet, self advancement. I have an additional space for those who may seek a discussion. Bring headphones, earplugs, coffee, booze, whatever you need to work on your effort. Be among others working their goals for a nice block of time. Come when you can, l(…)
New Hampshire Seafood Festival
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Hampton Beach NH
New Hampshire Seafood Festival…. and you don’t even need to like fish!
Join us Saturday, September 7 at 1 pm for the New Hampshire Seafood Festival at Hampton Beach! Admission is $10 per person and you can pay cash at the gate. Most of the event is cash based but don’t worry… They bring in extra ATM machines!
We’re going to stay for the entertainment and the fireworks but you don’t need to . (…)
Beach Volleyball at Jenness Beach
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Jenness State Beach
Come join us at Jenness Beach for volleyball with the bonus of sunshine, ocean breezes, and a chance to dip your feet in the ocean.
NOTE: If we don’t have “Yes” RSVPs for at least 10 players by 3pm on the day of the game, we will cancel for the week.
LEVEL OF PLAY
This event is the social, easy end of recreational volleyball, but enthusiasm and a good sense of humor are required. No using feet (…)
The Small One Where We Get Super Caffeinated
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Breakaway Cafe
Calling all techies with a thirst for good coffee! ☕️ Join me for a **relaxed, informal meetup** at Breakaway Cafe (formerly Flight Coffee), where we’ll swap stories, share cool tech finds, and maybe even pick each other’s brains over a steaming cup of joe.
**Here’s the deal:**
* **No agenda, just pure tech talk:** Bring your latest coding adventures, work stuff, or nothing at all. This is your s(…)
Spirituality in a Time of Great Divide (Free Event)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Dover Public Library
What would happen if we could look past our differences as people and instead focus on the inherent commonality we all share as spiritual beings part of one humankind?
The world around us seems focused on amplifying the existing fractures in society, highlighting messages of division and conflict over those of peace and unity. So in this environment, how can we as individuals make a difference? C(…)
Tuesday Game Night in Exeter!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Exeter Mill Clubhouse
It’s a board game night in Exeter! New location to change things up every other week. We can order food to this location, and you’re welcome to BYOB, snacks, soft drinks, etc. There is a full kitchen as well. We can discuss food plans in the comments.
You can bring any games you’d like to play, but I will also have some. Don’t worry if you don’t know any games, we are always happy to teach! Typic(…)
Dinner at The Galley Hatch in Hampton
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Galley Hatch Restaurant
**Hard to believe September is just around the corner with the summer soon to be a memory. Why don’t we start the new month off right by having dinner at a really wonderful restaurant in Hampton!! The Galley Hatch has a wonderful reputation among the locals and I have eaten here more than once and I can honestly tell you that the food and environment is is as good as it gets !! I strongly encourag(…)
Kick Up Sand w/ Joppa Flatts band as we ROCK Hampton Beach Seafood Fest Festival
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Hampton Beach
Come celebrate the last blast of the summer, and sing and dance along with Joppa Flatts at the 35th annual Hampton Seafood Festival! We are excited to be performing at this fabulous event! Our time slot is on Saturday September 7 from 11:30am to 1:30pm on the Bronco Beach Cabana Stage! We’d love your support and more importantly we’d love to share this special event with all of you! Let’s meetup a(…)
Wednesday Night Games
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Kolligs House
Wednesday night is game night! Break up the week and play a couple games between workdays!
Every Wednesday of each month is gaming at the Kolligs Residence in Durham. Please take a look at the parking picture prior to arrival! TL;DR: please don’t block my neighbors portion of the driveway, and please allow people to drive around the circle!
We can play quite late, but it is completely flexible. (…)
Sounds of the Seacoast Rehearsal!
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
Hey! You there! Yes, you…ready to get back into singing and performing? Looking for a great group to sing harmony with? We are fun, supportive, and strive to be the best musicians we can be. Come check us out: Monday nights, 6:30 pm.
Come on over to Newington if you’d like to sing some new music with us! [soundsoftheseacoast.com](http://www.soundsoftheseacoast.com/)
Ordinary women making *EXTR(…)
SUP Wednesday Jam
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Seabrook Library
Our Wednesday format, generally:
The first 15 minutes will be set aside for anyone that would like to do a short lesson or share information.
We will then practice old and new songs via the projector: Whenever possible I will have at least a partial list posted here ahead of time – get in touch with me or Jack ahead of time with any suggestions!
For the summer, we may decide to play outside on par(…)
Wednesday Night Incubator
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: South Church Unitarian Universalist Church
Join the Seacoast Improv Incubator at our weekly meetup for an evening of improv games and exercises! Everyone is welcome from experienced actors to everyday folk looking to laugh, de-stress, and use a different part of their brain for a few hours.
Each week will focus on different skills such as creativity, physicality, and active listening. Hopefully by the end of the evening we will walk away (…)
Reading Rumi
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Newburyport Public Library
Hi All,
Let me know if you can make it to the public library in Newburyport at 11am on Saturday September 7th for our first gathering. I would prefer in-person to zoom. But let’s see how this shakes out.
We’ll read selections from the poet Rumi. I use the popular edition translated and edited by Coleman Barks. If you don’t have the book, I can try to send photocopies beforehand. And If you don’t (…)
Shut Up & Write!® in Dover
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Shut Up & Write hosts free in-person and online writing events for writers all over the world. Our goal is to ensure that every writer, regardless of genre or skill level, has access to the community, accountability, and resources they need to be successful in their personal writing goals. Our events use our proven formula: a few minutes of introductions, an hour of focused writing, and a final ch(…)
Maximize Your Potential at Portsmouth Toastmasters
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Community Campus
Are you ready to become more confident, develop a competitive edge, and become a better leader? Portsmouth Toastmasters is just what you need. We help you to maximize your potential by providing a friendly and supportive environment. At Portsmouth Toastmasters, you can safely sharpen your communications skills, develop leadership skills and experience, and improve at public speaking. We value inte(…)
Fishing, Dancing, Canoeing, Swimming, Kayaking day in Exeter
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Winding River campground
Join the campers at Winding River Campground for the day!!! Get a $15 day pass at the main office. Rent a canoe or kayak for a few hours, hang out at the pool or near the River. Canoe rentals are $20 an hour and kayak rentals are $10 an hour-can rent the same day. There’s a grass area near the boat launch with picnic tables you can use for eating your lunch. Do not swim in the river-there’s snappi(…)
Labor Day Bike Sale
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Seabrook Community Center
The Friends of the Seabrook Rail Trail will be having their annual Labor Day bike sale on **Monday, September 2**, at the Seabrook Community Center, 311 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, NH. The sale will run from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Several members of the group, myself included, have scored good used bikes at this sale.
**NOTE:** The best bikes will likely go quickly, so plan to arrive at the opening be(…)
Comedy- 3 stand up seasoned comedians. opener, and after party – sept 7
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Rockingham Ballroom
Be part of the Ballroom’s 90th year anniversary celebration in September. One of the last surviving Ballrooms.
3 stand up seasoned professional acts, opening: Tim Bear soloist
Matt Barry,
Matt Barry has been a staple of New England comedy for more than 15 years. He’s been a finalist in the Last Comix Standing and New England’s Funniest comedy competitions, and won New England’s Best Bar Comic. H(…)
Camping, Bingo,Fishing,Canoeing,Dancing, Swimming, Kiyaking weekend in Exeter NH
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Winding River Campground
Winding River Campground gives you the opportunity to experience camping in different ways. There’s tent sites and RV pop up sites with E/W/S and also cabins with full kitchen, bathroom, heat, AC, wifi.
Reserve your tent, RV, cabin sites asap directly from the Winding River Campground website, as they will go fast. Try to get your site near my cabin, C1. My deck will be our main meeting area. Boo(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth on Portsmouthnh.com, Portsvaevents.com, or Book.events.
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Loose Lead Walking Master Class
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Goodall Dog Training
A 4 week class designed to give you and your dog the skills to walk on a loose lead and enjoy walking again!
The Cornish Tribal Tour – Three Days – SEPTEMBER
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: TGI Fridays – Fareham
Join us on The Cornish Tribal Tour for a fun filled exploration of the Cornish coastline, with overnight stops in Falmouth and Newquay.
Zip Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 7 Cross St
Learn to install 2 different zips and make a zipped pouch!
Raw Fusion Taster Party
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Spark Community Space
A day party for your taste buds! Join us at Spark Community Space on Friday 6th September
Island Property Network – Property Club Night
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Ryde Castle Hotel
Let’s gather for the Island Property Network Meet Up on 5th September, 2024, at 6:30 PM and connect with fellow island property enthusiasts!
Local Volunteer Event: Bat Walk at Martin’s Wood, Newchurch
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Martins Wood Nature Reserve
Hazel Makepeace of the IoW Bat Group will lead this walk and tell us about the habitats and behaviour of the species that live in this area
The Marketing Meetup IRL: Southampton
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Mountbatten House
The Southampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ mode 🙂
WRESTLING LIVE : HAYLING ISLAND
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Hayling Island Community Centre Association
Get ready for an epic night of live wrestling action on Hayling Island – it’s gonna be a knockout!
Wicked Little Letters (15)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: St Vincent College
Residents in Littlehampton begin to receive wicked letters full of hilarious profanities
Portsmouth – Powered Up Business Networking – September 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Spice Island
Are you ready for another awesome evening?
Clarity & Confidence Retreat – Sept 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Step by Step Listening
Change can be challenging, join us for a safe space to gain clarity of what you want and the confidence to make it happen
Emsworth Business networking at JJ’s
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: JJ’s and Johnny’s Tap Room
networking at JJ’s
Portsmouth Job Fair – Portsmouth Career Fair (Employer Registration)
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Portsmouth
Discover Tomorrow’s Talent
Portsmouth Photography Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Hovercraft Viewing Platform
With professional photgrapher Andy Hornby
Small Business Networking – Waterlooville
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Number 73 Bar and Kitchen
Come join us at Small Business Networking in Waterlooville to connect with local entrepreneurs, share ideas, and grow your business together
Children’s Yoga Classes
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Eastney Community Centre
Classes provide a joyful Yoga experience that empowers young minds and bodies.
Southampton – Powered Up Business Networking Pop-Up Meeting September 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Red Lion
A Southampton meeting for one time only – potentially!
Create Your Calm
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Monty’s Community Hub
Mindful art sessions designed to help you slow down, be present in the moment and create your calm. No art skills required!
Unified Dating Gay – Meet Singles in Portsmouth (Ages Over 50s)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Portsmouth
Book your place on this offline in person drinks event and easily connect with new people in your area!
Unified Dating Bisexual – Meet Singles in Portsmouth (Ages 18-30)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Portsmouth
Book your place on this offline in person drinks event and easily connect with new people in your area!