Let’s explore social events in Reading, 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.
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 Reading where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Reading
Connect Reading Drinks @ The Outlook
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Outlook [Bar Copa]
Hey guys,
Join us for our next monthly Connect Reading night out on 8 March.
We’re meeting at the Outlook in Reading from 7pm. Then the plan is head to Playlist Live and then onto the Purple Turtle for those wanting to continue the party.
For those who haven’t joined us before we are a really friendly group who welcome any new members.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Cheers,
Mark & Chris(…)
RDG Cafe Scientifique – Whooping cough vaccines: a century of good science & bad
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Zerodegrees Microbrewery & Restaurant Reading
[Links to the local STEAM Groups](https://scienceinreading.wordpress.com/steam-groups/) + [Social Media Link Tree](https://linktr.ee/scienceinreading)
***We are looking for speakers for 2025 & beyond. If you would like to get involved and support your local Science community please get in touch – email: scienceinreading [at] gmail.com or twitter: [Science in Reading (@Science_Reading)](https://tw(…)
Tuesday Board Games at The Castle Tap
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: The Castle Tap
Join us for our regular Tuesday board game evening at the Castle Tap.
All are welcome! There is usually a good selection of games to play brought along by members who are always happy to teach them, or alternatively please bring along any of your own games you would like to play. The games are owned by our members personally, so please treat them with respect and be especially careful with food a(…)
An evening of board games
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Market House
Following a successful BW games night back in [November 2023](https://www.berkshirewalkers.co.uk/event/board-game-evening/?instance_id=3961), tonight’s social will take us back to The Market House, where we’ll be having another night of board games. Please note, The Market House don’t have their own board games, so please bring one from home if you’ve got one you’ll think BW will like. If you’re i(…)
Free Meditation & Yoga – 10 Week Course – Learn to Meditate – Thursdays @ 6.30pm
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Oddfellows Hall
Join us for a 10 Week Ongoing Meditation Course – all welcome – join any week
Venue: Oddfellows Hall, 118b Oxford Rd, Reading, RG1 7NQ
Day: Thurdays –
Time: 6:30pm until 8.00pm –
What we are about –
Would you like to learn how to meditate, go beyond your thinking, balance your subtle system and learn simple tools for self-mastery?
We are teaching meditation for many years free of charge – and (…)
Book Club – I Cheerfully Refuse
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Thirsty Bear Pub & Pizza Restaurant
**Note:** Please see comments for book links (maybe)
Set in a not-too-distant America, *I Cheerfully Refuse* is the tale of a bereaved musician taking to Lake Superior in search of his departed, deeply beloved bookselling wife. Encountering lunatic storms and rising corpses from the warming depths, Rainy finds on land an increasingly desperate and illiterate people, a malignant billionaire ruling(…)
RBGS presents Saturday Games at The Dairy
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Dairy
**NOT STANDARD STUFF:**
On the 8th March The Dairy will be showing the rugby so it will be busier and noisier than usual.
**STANDARD STUFF:**
The Dairy is on the edge of Reading University’s London Road Campus (Next to the hospital). It’s a big venue and the picture shows the games room. When you enter the venue from Redlands Road this room is on your left (opposite the bar). They have large tab(…)
Meal and Open Mic (Poets Table)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Tutu’s Ethiopian Table
There is a meal, with open mic at Tutus Ethiopian Table 18:30 on Friday Feb 07
open mic will include both music and spoken words
Pay for your own food and drink on the evening
As part of that I will be booking a table. Please let me know if you wish to join me(…)
Reading Café Sci – Whooping cough vaccines: a century of good science & bad
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Zerodegrees Microbrewery & Restaurant Reading
Café Scientifique organises talks, usually given by scientists, followed by questions from the audience in the second half. They are a great opportunity to explore the latest ideas in science and technology, you don’t need to be a scientist to enjoy the evening, everyone is welcome to ask a question or make a comment.
Reading’s monthly Meetups are held upstairs at [Zero Degrees](https://www.zerod(…)
Bards in a Bar
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Siren RG1
Join the Bards in a Bar for Poetry related chat and socialising with like minded people. In March we will be discussing structure and form in poetry(…)
10 Week Free Meditation & Yoga Course – Thursday @ 6.30pm @ Oddfellows Hall,
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Oddfellows Hall
10 Week Free Meditation & Yoga Course –
Join us for an Ongoing Meditation Course – all welcome –
Venue: Oddfellows Hall, 118b Oxford Road, Reading, RG1 7NQ
Day: Thursdays –
Time: 6:30pm until 8.00pm –
What we are about –
Would you like to learn how to meditate, go beyond your thinking, balance your subtle system and learn simple tools for self-mastery?
Yoga is a great way to underpin Health & We(…)
RBGS – Wokingham / Bracknell Games Night at Outhouse Brewery
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: The Outhouse Brewery Ltd
Where: The Outhouse Brewery in central Wokingham.
Note: the Cryptic Cabin events at Moss End Garden Village have now been cancelled for the foreseeable future
The owner is aware we are coming and we should have some reserved table space. But if not, please look for table space when you arrive.
When: Every fortnight on Wednesdays
Time: 6pm – 10pm
Getting there: parking available in Wokingham i(…)
10 Week Meditation & Yoga Course – Thursday @ 6.30pm @ Oddfellows Hall, Reading
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Oddfellows Hall
10 Week Meditation & Yoga Course – Thursday @ 6.30pm @ Oddfellows Hall, Reading
10 Week Free Meditation & Yoga Course –
Join us for an Ongoing Meditation Course – all welcome –
Venue: Oddfellows Hall, 118b Oxford Road, Reading, RG1 7NQ
Day: Thursdays –
Time: 6:30pm until 8.00pm –
What we are about –
Would you like to learn how to meditate, go beyond your thinking, balance your subtle system and l(…)
🎬 Lights, Camera, Atlassian! 🍿
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: The Cinema Room @ The Roseate Reading
Join us for an exciting evening at the Roseate Hotel, Reading’s most stunning venue, right by Forbury Park (5 minutes walk from Reading Train Station). We’ve reserved their private cinema (yes, an actual cinema), so while we could screen a blockbuster afterward, we figured helping you scale your Atlassian tools like a pro might be even better!
Whether you’re a startup looking to streamline workfl(…)
6 a side football – Tuesday 4th March
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: SportsPark
This game will be on the outdoor 3g pitches at SportsPark, University of Reading. **(3g Pitch 2)**
Cost is £5.60 each. If you RSVP ‘yes’, please make sure you turn up because we depend on you for the right number of players!
Location:
University of Reading, Shinfield Rd, Reading, RG2 7BW(…)
6-a-side football – Wednesday 5th March
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Goals Reading
5-a-side football game at Woodley Goals. 7-8pm. Warm welcome to all to join for a friendly game.
As organiser I will arrange two equal teams and we will all play for the hour-long booking. The nature of the games are competitive but I will ensure that they are inclusive and played in a sporting manner. Everyone is (generally) expected to take a turn in goal 🙂
If it turns out that you can’t make(…)
Conversazione Italiana a Reading
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: The Outlook (Formerly Bar Copa)
If you are Italian and fancy meeting up with others from il belpaese or if you want to speak/listen to Italian you are welcome to join us.
We meet up regularly (the first Thursday of the month in Reading and another day a month in Wokingham).
Hope to see you there!(…)
Tuesday night writing group
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: The Bull Bracknell
Welcome to Bracknell Writers Group!
We’re a community of local writers looking to connect with other creatives, get some words down and share our writing journeys.
This is our weekly writing group. Every Tuesday evening we come together in a private room above The Bull to write and connect.
**How does it work?**
We’ll start with fifteen minutes of creative writing prompts to get us warmed up an(…)
Thurs After Work Walk
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: undefined
Winter walks tend to be approx 3 to 4 mile. followed by a drink in a pub at end of route or nearby.
Whilst Autumn / Winter walks are mainly street based beware that offroad, mud & puddles are a possibility so please wear appropriate footwear)
Gentle social walks so could take a bit longer than 3mph plus pub time although walk can sometimes be quicker depending on route etc. Due to the timing, pl(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Reading 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 Reading on Skiddle.com, Unboxed2022.uk, or Getyourguide.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Reading, UK
80s Silent Disco at Ascot Racecourse (Inside the Grandstand)
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Ascot Racecourse
An 80s Silent Disco like no other is coming to the spectacular Ascot Racecourse (Inside the Grandstand) – Saturday 8th March
Pastoral Gardens with Clare Foster and Andrew Montgomery
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Heckfield Place
Clare and Andrew discuss the making of Pastoral Gardens and the ethos behind some of the beautiful gardens in the book.
MISSION:IMPROVable March Show
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: BrewDog Reading
The Mad Monkey Improv team are back with their next live show for 2025!
King Awesome – Party like it’s 1989
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Acoustic Couch Community Centre CIC
Fresh off the Sunset Strip, King Awesome throws fists in the air to the heroes of 80s rock and metal!
ENTRANCED
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Dua Lounge
A boiler room style DJ Set event featuring two of Africa’s finest DJs; DJ Jabsta & Discotechie!
Hunter Community Outreach CIC
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Hilton Reading
Our inaugural Fundraising lunch will be supporting FIVE incredible local charities / causes that make a huge difference in our community!
Basic Bike Maintenance Course
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Scout Hall at Pinewood Leisure Centre
Don’t let the fear of a puncture stop you from riding your bike, come and get some hands on practice.
March’s Comedy in Purley-on-Thames
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Barn
Laughter Craft Comedy are back in Purley-on-Thames.
We are bringing a line up full of TV and Award Winning Comedians plus a licensed bar!
Blended Beats x Reading Rollers Jam Session
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: St Lukes Parish Hall
Indoor jam session for Roller skaters in Reading, Berkshire
Leonardo da Vinci talk by Jeffery Courtney
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: artsHUB @ Watlington Methodist Church
Jeffery Courtney gives a talk about the life and many facets of genius Leonardo da Vinci
Situational Medications to to help manage Behaviour in Dogs and Cats
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Stokenchurch
All you need to know to minimise stress during your patient’s vet visit.
Wokingham – Small99’s People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: The Rose Inn
Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved
Henley-on-Thames – Small99’s People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: The Little Angel
Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved
Ecstatic Dance Journey & Cacao: Symbiotic Rhythm Exchanges
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: North Ascot Community Centre
Ecstatic Sound and Movement Journey with Cacao
SLACKRR supported by BASHARAN
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Acoustic Couch Community Centre CIC
Slackrr supported by Basharan
VA Co-working Day | Orega Marlow | Roundtable: Productivity for VAs | 06.03
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Orega Serviced Offices – Marlow International – Marlow
Join Us at Orega, Marlow with Kathy Soulsby for a VA Co-working Day | A Round Table Discussion: Productivity for VAs | #StrategicPANetwork
Aloha Connection Sessions
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Forest Park Community Centre
NEW – Breath, Yoga Nidra & Ancient Earth Sound Healing Meditations. 90mins
2025 National Schools Lacrosse Championships
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre
The highlight of the lacrosse season for thousands of young players giving them the chance to display their skills on the biggest stage
Nature Tots – Nature Discovery Centre, Friday 7th March
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Nature Discovery Centre
Join us for Nature Tots at The Nature Discovery Centre where tots can take part in outdoor nature play, stories, trails and crafts.
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations Reading Official Event at the Signal Box
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: The Signal Box
Get ready to shake off the winter chill and welcome spring at our March event!
Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and connection at the Signal Box (formerly Pitcher and Piano), very close to the station. It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with familiar faces, make new friends, and celebrate the arrival of longer days and warmer weather.
Enjoy delicious drinks and bites in a vibrant a
Sunday Walk & Drinks
◦ When: Sunday, Mar 23rd
Relaxing Sunday walk to the highly conserved and calm village of Mapledurham, and its historic buildings: the Church of St. Margaret, 13th century, Diocese of Oxford, Mapledurham Watermill, built in the 15th century, and the Elizabethan (1558–1603) Mapledurham House.
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Discovering the Pyrenees (II)
◦ When: Monday, Oct 6th
The planned dates are: *06 to 12 October 2025 and *13 to 19 October 2025. Max. of 8 people both weeks.
Discovering the Pyrenees is a fascinating experience. Breathtaking trails, high mountains and nature in its purest form. During this activity, you will get to know hidden places, villages, local gastronomy and the best thermal baths in the natural region of Cerdanya.
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