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
The Co-League Bracknell: Business Owners’ Co-Working Session
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: The Bull Bracknell
*Ditch the busy work. It’s time to get real work done—together.*
**Every Monday at 11:00 AM**, we rebellious business owners gather at The Bull in Bracknell to get our heads down and focus on what truly matters—getting meaningful work done.
This isn’t about grinding through the mundane tasks. It’s about dedicating time to the projects that push your business forward, all while surrounded by othe(…)
Caversham Critics: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurice
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: The Outlook
On a trip to the South of France, the shy heroine of Rebecca falls in love with Maxim de Winter, a handsome widower. Although his proposal comes as a surprise, she happily agrees to marry him. But as they arrive at her husband’s home, Manderley, a change comes over Maxim, and the young bride is filled with dread. Friendless in the isolated mansion, she realises that she barely knows him. In every (…)
September 2024 Reading Data & AI MeetUp (In-person Only)
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Coeo
Welcome to our September 2024 Data & AI Meetup. The first will be:
**Creating cost transparency in multi-cloud enterprise: An OSS Approach**
Gringotts is a cloud transparency tool that shows insights into a business enabling product teams spending in multi-cloud ecosystems, allowing them to drill down on current costs, get insights to make informed decisions about your products, and eventually c(…)
Carluccios again – as they’ve offered 50% off mains
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Carluccios
Lovely evening tonight and they hav offered us 50% mains if we go back in a month(…)
Reading English & Spanish Language Exchange
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Revolución de Cuba Reading
Reading English & Spanish Language Exchange!
English 🇬🇧
Want to practice a new language? Join our fun & friendly language exchange events, make new friends and practice your conversation skills.
Español 🇪🇸
Quieres practicar un nuevo idioma? Ven y únete a nuestros eventos de intercambio de idiomas, divertidos y amigables. Haz nuevos amigos y practica tus habilidades de conversación.
Français(…)
Cafe Scientifique – The solar material of the future?
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Zerodegrees Microbrewery & Restaurant Reading
[Links to all the STEAM Groups](https://scienceinreading.wordpress.com/steam-groups/) + [Social Media Link Tree](https://linktr.ee/scienceinreading)
A friendly Science focused group entertaining the local community with the fascinating world of science – events from hands on workshops to engaging talks. Everyone welcome!
Our monthly meetups are held upstairs at [Zero Degrees](https://www.zerodeg(…)
Let’s get some drinks
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Zerodegrees Microbrewery & Restaurant Reading
Come along and have a drink with your favourite NPC’s!
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**Q: I’m a little nervous, what exactly should I expect?**
A: I usually book a table or two depending on estimated numbers.
Everyone just grabs a space and starts chatting, usually about geeky stuff as we all have that in common, but can be whatever.
There are no talks or anything fanc(…)
Testa Tesla Summer Edition ☀️ @ Tesla Reading
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Tesla Reading
🚘⚡️Did you miss our last Tesla event? Did you go but wished you weren’t driving in the dark?
Introducing the Summer Edition of Testa Tesla⚡️🚘
After the success of our last event, Tesla reached out to us and once again offered one of their lounge areas to host us for an event. As it’s likely the weather will still be nice, we may partially be looking at cars outside for a little bit, too!
We ar(…)
Book Club – Newt-amancer
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Thirsty Bear Pub & Pizza Restaurant
**Note:** Please see comments for book links
This month we are reading 2 books: War with the Newts & Neuromancer
**War with the Newts**
One of the great anti-utopian satires of the twentieth century, an inspiration to writers from Orwell to Vonnegut, at last in a modern translation. Man discovers a species of giant, intelligent newts and learns to exploit them so successfully that the newts gain(…)
Learn To Sail, come Yacht sailing in Berkshire
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Binfield Club
**It’s a social thing, not just a sailing thing! You don’t need a Yacht to sail one!**
This **September** we are sailing along the **Normandy coast** which should be amazing .
Interested in learning to sail Yachts, or maybe just topping up your experience? Do you fancy having one of those wonderful Med ‘champagne sailing’ holidays?
Why not come along to our next Wokingham/Bracknell/Crowthorne/A(…)
Night Market @ Norden Farm, Maidenhead
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Norden Farm summer markets are inspired by the summer night markets of southern France, a laid back evening of shopping and feasting to a backdrop of music.
Take a seat at one of the outdoor tables to enjoy delicious food from our local vendors. There will be artisan produce, live music, arts and crafts stalls. Get a feel for the event here [Norden Farm Market : Norden Farm Centre for the Arts – T(…)
September coffee and catch up ☕
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Coppa Club
Find us in the bar area of Coppa Club for our monthly coffee and catch up 😃 feel free to join for one drink or the whole time. Food is available if you want it.
If this is your first event and you are a bit nervous a host will always be there 15 mins early. More than happy for you to join then to settle in / have a chat before other people arrive. See ya soon! 😊(…)
Outdoor Football @ Braywick
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Braywick Park and Sports Ground
A friendly kickabout, open to all levels. Different players each week. Newcomers welcome.
We book the pitch when we hit the minimum of 8 “yes” RSVPs, which we need to do by the day before.
The cost is usually £4-£7, depending how many sign up (£61 for the half pitch or £86 for the full pitch, divided by the number of players)
The money will be collected at the end of the game, whether by cash, (…)
Board Game Club
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: The Lismoyne Hotel
The Fleet Board Games Club will now meet every Wednesday in the Resident’s Lounge at the Lismoyne Hotel.
Due to potential space issues we’re looking to restrict the number of people who can attend. If you RSVP “Yes” and find out that you can’t attend for whatever reason then please change your RSVP status to allow others to turn up.(…)
A day out with CYW; Walking, Picking Sunflowers and Lunch in a Barn.
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Stonor Farm
Start time: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time: 4:30 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 16.1km / 10.0mi
Walk leader: Claire 07743 395 709
Join CYW for a walk with a difference. On this walk not only will we get to stop at a barn for some delicious homemade lunch, but we will also end the walk in a Sunflower field where you can pick your own to take home.
Starting the walk, we will head uphill through(…)
Writes & Bites – an in person social event!
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Marugame Udon / 丸亀製麺 Reading
This is our regular social event for members to meet and chat over a meal at a local Caversham/Reading restaurant.
We’re returning to [Reading – Marugame Udon](https://marugame.co.uk/blog/location/reading/) this time, which we last visited in April and went down well with the group.
We’ll typically talk about all things writing, so feel free to raise any questions you might have about your own, (…)
Board Games & Beers @ the Bear
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Bear – JD Wetherspoon
The planned start time is 6:30pm, but feel free to join later if that’s too early – please just let us know your expected arrival times in the comments.
There’s no fixed agenda for these sessions – ideally we’ll try to accommodate a mixture of:
\- “Light” simple/party games with easy rules that anyone can join in;
\- “Medium” games that require a bit more thought or tactics;
\- “Heavy” games for (…)
Badminton Monday Eve @ 7.40pm-9.40pm (Required level: intermediate upwards pls)
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Rivermead Leisure Centre
One court for two hour session – time shared between players (mixed doubles max 6 players ) We often have places, so please get in contact if you fancy playing & I’ll confirm if you’re on the play list the day before the session.
(\*\*Ensure you have messaging TURNED ON in your Privacy -> Contact Notification settings so I can directly message you) Please note, RSVP is not confirmation of partici(…)
Conversazione Italiana a Reading
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ 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!(…)
Frisbee Basics
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Christchurch Meadows
Frisbee Basics! This session will involve learning some of the fundamental skills of Ultimate Frisbee, then playing some games practicing those skills.
All are welcome! Whether you’re completely new to the sport or you’d like to practise the fundamentals.
Ultimate frisbee is a fun and social sport and great cardio exercise. Don’t fear though, you don’t need to be athletically gifted or in peak f(…)
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 Reading, you can try out Skiddle.com, Unboxed2022.uk, or Getyourguide.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Reading, UK
Jagged Little Alanis with support Tara Deane
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: The Acoustic Couch Community Centre CIC
One of the UK’s leading TRIBUTE bands covering Alanis Morissette in the UK
Outdoor Cinema – The Great Gatsby
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: The Swan at Streatley
Be transported back to a dazzling, glamorous era
SEPTEMBERSONG 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Braziers Park Campground
Our slightly psychedelic seasonal celebration returns to Braziers Park for 2024.
Chartism Day 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Palmer Building
Join us for Chartism Day 2024 which will celebrate the centenary year of the great Chartist historian Dorothy Thompson (1923-2011)
Land Art Workshop with Sharon Akers
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: artsHUB @ Watlington Methodist Church
Create outdoor sculptures on Watlington Hill with Sharon Akers using natural materials to transform the space into an outdoor gallery.
90 Days to Business Growth; ‘Plan Smart, Work Less’
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Goring and Streatley Golf Club
Join our “90-Days to Business Growth” workshop! Boost profits, streamline operations, and achieve work-life balance. Reserve your spot now!
Hot Yoga
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Hotpod Yoga Reading
We are running an exclusive private event just for the Homies!!! We’ll be doing a one hour foundation hot yoga sessions led by the studio.
Book Talk: Greg Searle – If Not Now, When?
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Leander Club
An evening with Greg Searle, author of the book “If Not Now, When?”, in aid of the Leander Trust with finger buffet!
Cowork and Connect | Collaborative in-person Coworking | Odiham, Hampshire
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Red Lion
Work for yourself, not by yourself!
Industry Connect! Exploration of Supply Chain Tech- Windsor
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Royal Windsor Racecourse
Come join us at Industry Connect! Exploration of Supply Chain Tech in Windsor for a deep dive into the latest innovations and trends shaping
Sound Bath for relaxation
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Englefield Village Hall
Come join us for a soothing Sound Bath experience to relax, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul!
Stanley Spencer Summer Stroll
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: The Stanley Spencer Gallery
A guided walk in the artist’s footsteps through the Cookham countryside, taking in Cockmarsh and Winter Hill and his favourite views.
Paint With Sound & Cacao Afternoon Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Forest Park Community Centre
Cacao Ceremony and Intuitive Painting with Sound Therapy
Wokingham – People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ 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
MISSION:IMPROVable September Show
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: BrewDog Reading
The Mad Monkey Improv team are back with another live show for 2024!
Let’s Get Creative! Adopted Children: Age 5-13 (inc Adopters Support Group)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: The Lower Earley Baptist Church
A monthly group for adopted children (age 5 -13), building social skills through different forms of art.
Reading Speed Dating | Ages 24-38
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: All Bar One Reading
Meet new people and maybe find a love connection at our Reading Speed Dating event for ages 24-38!
Sound Bath and meditation
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: North Ascot Community Centre
Embark on a Beautiful Tranquil sound journey and guided meditation designed to Relax Destress and Refresh your Entire body.
Netball Open Day for Muslim and Asian Girls – Hosted by CRNA and Berkshire Netball
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Furze Platt Senior School
Come join us for a fun Netball Open Day exclusively for Muslim and Asian girls, hosted by CRNA and Berkshire Netball!
BIGGA South Coast Summer Golf Day
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: North Hants Golf Club
Get ready for a day of sun, swings, and smiles at the BIGGA South Coast Summer Golf Day!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Sunday Lunch & Walk
◦ When: Sunday, Sep 15th
This time we will visit Virginia Water and walk around the Lake. 2 miles long, it is a popular destination for wildlife lovers.
We will see the Cascade, completed in 1789. The lake and the cascade can both be taken in during a nearly 6 mile walk around the perimeter.
The Leptis Magna Ruins, originating from the Roman city on the shores of the Mediterranean, in Libya, were imported as a gift i
InterNations Reading Official Event at Pitcher and Piano
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 19th
◦ Where: Pitcher and Piano
Hey fellow expats,
Let’s connect, share stories, and make new friends at our upcoming expat meetup!
This month we will meet at Pitcher and Piano.
It’s also the 17th birthday of InterNations! An occasion to celebrate with us.
Whether you’re new to the city or a seasoned expat, everyone is welcome!
Let’s chat about our favourite local spots, share travel tips, and discuss the challenges and joys