Let’s explore social events in Anaheim, CA 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 Anaheim where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Anaheim
Southern California Real Estate Investors Networking Meetup
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County, an IHG Hotel
Join us at the Southern California Real Estate Investors Club (SCREIC) for an interactive networking focusing on various aspects of real estate investing. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics of buying investment properties or an experienced investor interested in fix and flip strategies, this event is designed to cater to everyone in the real estate industry. Our professional ne(…)
Festive Fullerton Loop Hike – Saturday Morning
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Fullerton Loop – MTB & Hiking Trail
**Holiday-Themed Hike with the Fullerton Hiking Club! 🎄✨**
Get into the holiday spirit with a fun and festive hike! For our next adventure, we’re heading back to home base – the Fullerton Loop Trail!
**When**: Saturday, December 21st, at 10:00 am
**Where**: Jaunita Cooke Trailhead, across from Ralphs & the North Justice Center
**Distance**: 5.41 miles
Feel free to wear your favorite Christmas c(…)
SANTA ANA – Friday Night Boardgame Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: IHOP
Join us at IHOP for a most excellent evening of gaming and great food! Enjoy playing a selection of modern board and card games! No experience necessary to attend!
We meet twice a month, every 1st and 3rd Friday. This is the second meetup of the month. A small contribution ($1 suggested) is appreciated, but not required.
*GAME SELECTION:*
Game selection depends entirely on what is brought by at(…)
Boardgames at Hunt Branch Library
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Hunt Branch Library
Come join us at our great new additional venue at the newly remodeled Hunt Branch Library in Fullerton for boardgames. In addition to our boardgame meetup on the first Saturday of the month at the Fullerton Main Library, we are now holding a game day at their branch library on the third Saturday as well.
This venue has expanded meeting space, three additional large attached atrium areas for outdoo(…)
Jazz Night | Soul Classics | Friday Night | Whittier
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: California Grill
Midnight Martini is a six-piece band that fuses soulful vocals with the smooth grooves of jazz fusion. Covering artists like Sade, Stevie Wonder, and Grover Washington, Jr, they offer a versatile and polished sound, perfect for creating a relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere.
California Grill has great food and drinks! No cover charge and free easy parking. Located in a nice and historic part of Whitti(…)
OCCATS December Happy Hour Mixer
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Lone Wolf Brewing Co
This is a monthly informal happy hour event (private OCCAT event, non-hosted) to encourage members to meet each other and make connections with other local women who love to travel. It is our hope that genuine friendships, travel buddies, and possible travel groups will naturally develop. We have many new members who have not yet attended any of our events. We also welcome guests (women only). You(…)
HAPPY HOLIDAY PICKLEBALL POTLUCK PICNIC!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Vista Del Verde Park
Hello, pickleball lovers!
We spent a fantastic year of playing pickleball in 2024!
Whether you are a seasoned pro or just getting your hands wet in the game, we all explored the passion for pickleball, and meeting some cool people along the way.
We even did a Tournament together!
Shot outs to Those playing in Walnut Ranch Park, La Mirada Park, Pomona courts, Grand Ave Park, Maple Hills, Vellan(…)
Holiday Mixer + White Elephant
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Gutierrez Group
Join us on **December 19th** for a special ***holiday networking event!***
We will not have any speaker this month BUT we will have an evening of networking and **Food + Drinks** ***!***
We encourage everyone to participate in our ***White Elephant game***. We ask that you bring a ***gift of $25 value*** please.
Don’t want to participate in the game? No problem, come by, enjoy a drink, and netwo(…)
In Person!! CashFlow 101 / 202 game – 3rd Wed each month in Huntington Beach
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: 18477 Beach Blvd
We’re back to live, in-person CashFlow games!!
Come join us for a game of CASH FLOW 101 / 202 – we’re meeting in Huntington Beach
Whether this is your 1st time or your 100th time come join us.
6:30pm to 7pm: Networking – get to know like-minded folks. This is your opportunity to chat w/ those of a similar mindset (btw – they’re hard to find!). It’s a great chance to grow your network (nd possib(…)
OC Co-working Session for Remote Professionals
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Lost Bean
Join us for a Brew-tiful Coworking Meetup at The Lost Bean!
Are you tired of working from home and staring at the same four walls? Need a change of scenery and some fresh inspiration? 🏡➡️☕️
Come join us at The Lost Bean, where the coffee is strong, the Wi-Fi is fast, and the vibes are out of this world! 🚀✨
**When:** 10am-2pm
**Where:** The Lost Bean (Costa Mesa)
**What to Bring:** Your laptop(…)
(Bi-Weekly)(Friday) Seal Beach JP Language and Cultural Exchange
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Bi-Weekly. 7-9PM (Panera Bread now closes at 9 PM so you need to make your order by 8:30 PM, but after 9 PM the outdoors patio remains open). We can meet inside or outside in the patio, weather permitting, as needed.
***Event Information below***
Language and cultural exchange group in Seal Beach! This group is in response from other meetup groups’ members living in the South Bay who cannot comm(…)
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Panera Bread
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
Once a month. 7-9PM (Panera Bread now closes at 9 PM so you need to make your order by 8:30 PM, but after 9 PM the outdoors patio remains open). We can meet inside or outside in the patio, weather permitting, as needed.
***Event Information below***
New language and cultural exchange group in Seal Beach!
There is plenty of space availa(…)
(Monthly) International Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Once a month. 7-9 PM (Panera Bread now closes at 9 PM so you need to make your order by 8:30 PM, but after 9 PM the outdoors patio remains open). We can meet inside or outside in the patio, weather permitting, as needed.
***Event Information below***
Hi there fellow Ex-Pat and Global Travelers!
My wife and I hold a monthly English/Spanish/Japanese Language and Culture Exchange Meetup once a mon(…)
🚴 12/21 SAT 9 AM | CHINO HILLS STATE PARK (RIM CREST)| BLUE LEVEL 🚴
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Starbucks
**Roll 9:15 am // Distance 14 miles // Elevation 2,100 feet**
We had a great time last weekend, let’s do it again!
We will meet in the East Lake Village parking lot near the Starbucks/water tower area. It will be a short ride to the trailhead but easier when legs are fresh. Plus there is more parking here. You can also meet at the Rim Crest trailhead if you wish. We will be to the trailhead by 9(…)
Database Mastery for Real Estate Agents
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
Your database is the people you will market to, contact and connect with, provide value to, and, over time, cultivate relationships with. It’s your central point for engaging leads, prospects and existing clients. It stores information like conversations, client notes, home search criteria, emails, birthdays, milestones, transaction details, and anything that you deem relevant to your business.(…)
DINNER SOCIAL @ SHABUYA! Fountain Valley
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Shabuya
Let’s get together and enjoy some healthy tasty meal @ Shabuya!
Before the Christmas and the New year rush kicks in, a holiday dinner would be nice for us to wrap up the year while eating healthy delicious meal and connect with old and new friends.
This event will be limited to 20 people, (Maybe 25?).
**PLEASE BRING CASH!!!!!!!! to make payments easy.**
The dinner here is $29.99 per person wit(…)
Brunch
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Bandoleros Cafe
We will have a short Spanish lesson before eating.
Great Mexican food and they have a secret menu!
https://www.yelp.com/biz/bandoleros-cafe-huntington-beach?osq=bandolers(…)
Knotts Speak Easy Toastmasters Club
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Ehlers Event Center
Conquer your fear of Public Speaking! Leadership training, self confidence building, personal growth and development, social and business networking, fun! This club is open to all interested parties and we encourage you to check us out!
Visit our website anytime https://2495.toastmastersclubs.org/(…)
Korean Skincare Secrets: K-Beauty101 Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: KBeauty101
Dive into the world of K-Beauty with K-Beauty101 as we uncover the best-kept secrets of Korean skincare! In this event, we will explore the rituals and products that have made K-Beauty a global phenomenon, sharing practical tips and techniques for achieving that coveted radiant complexion. Whether you are a skincare enthusiast or a beginner looking to revamp your routine, this interactive session (…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Anaheim 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 Anaheim on Plan.visitanaheim.org, Anaheim.net, or Orangecounty.net.
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15th Annual OC Autism: BREAKFAST WITH SANTA & RESOURCE FAIR
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Atlantis Play Center
SPECIAL EVENT reserved for families living w/ Autism ONLY, including children w/ disability, siblings of children w/ASD, and caregivers.
加州爾灣 | 女性專屬敬拜之夜 Ladies Worship Night
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: 美國加州爾灣 | 讚美之泉敬拜中心
讓自己喘口氣，不為過吧？給我們機會來服侍妳，因為妳值得被寵愛、被呵護、被看見！聚會當中包括敬拜、以及出乎所想的精簡信息。透過音樂、敬拜、分享，甚至還有熱騰騰的咖啡和點心。無微不至的精緻體驗，只為給專屬的妳一場如夢境般的享受。原來，妳的呼召何止如此，在祂眼裡竟是意義非凡！
Orange County: OHGEESY LIVE @ The Circle OC [18+]
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◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Circle OC
OHGEESY performing Live at the Circle OC on Saturday, December 21st, 2024!
Bad Santa Xmas Party @ Mesa
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Mesa Lounge
Annual XMAS party by OCDP @ Mesa
加州爾灣｜SOP NEXT 讚美之泉青年敬拜｜12/21/2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 美國加州爾灣 | 讚美之泉敬拜中心
SOP NEXT Special Christmas Night! 讚美之泉 青年聖誕敬拜
Threads of Mercy: Crochet Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 5540 Trabuco Rd suite 200
The Art of Giving through Crochet
UNDRGRND PRESENTS: OHGEESY IN OC – 18&OVER – CIRCLE NIGHTCLUB
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Circle OC
UNDRGRND PRESENTS : OHGEESY LIVE @ CIRCLE OC
SAPPHIC WINTER SOCIAL
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Copper Door, North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA, USA
Get Ready for a Fun-Filled Winter Gathering Celebrating Sapphic Love and Community!
SoCal-Amigas Winter Soirée
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Vibes Boutique
Let’s be merry and sparkly at Vibes Boutique in Santa Ana, CA. Come meet new amigas and get holiday discounts for presents
Harry Potter Paint Night
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: ZAMA Latin Lounge + Kitchen
Immerse yourself in the Harry Potter world with this themed Paint Night at ZAMA Latin lounge + Kitchen
Death Cab For Karaoke
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Wayfarer
Death Cab For Karaoke are the band and YOU are the singer! DCFK will back you while you sing your favorite emo and pop punk songs LIVE!
ToxicFridays “EDM/HIPHOP PARTY @ BLEU | $10 BEFORE 10:30PM | 18+
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Bleu Restaurant & Dancing
ToxicFridays & Poppin Presents “Naughty or Nice” Party @ Bleu Night Club | 18+
Speed Dating | Long Beach | Ages 26-40
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Bungalow Long Beach
Dating Is Hard. We want to make it easier. At this event, we’ll match you with the most compatible people in the venue.
NIGHTMARE B4 XMAS (RIDDIM & DUBSTEP 18+)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 7231 W Garden Grove Blvd suite f
It’s our Holiday event not to be missed! NIGHTMARE B4 XMAS with a STACKED lineup of DJ’s! Rave Rules & Vibes, Join Us! 18+
It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like A DISCO
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 13932 Valley View Ave
Join us for a night of holiday celebration in Discothèque fashion. Vinyl DJ sets, food, drinks, & photo booth to capture the night!
Y2K THROWBACK PARTY • HIP-HOP + RNB • WEAR YOUR PJS + SANTA HATS!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Continental Room, West Santa Fe Avenue, Fullerton, CA, USA
Get ready to party like it’s the early 2000s with all the best hip hop and R&B hits – 21+ only!
“NAUGHTY OR NICE” PARTY @ BLEU NIGHT CLUB |$10 B4 10:30PM
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Bleu Restaurant & Dancing
ToxicFridays x Poppin Presents : “Naughty or Nice”
UGLY SWEATER PARTY “CORRIDOS AND PERREO EDITION” INSIDE XALOS IN ANAHEIM
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Xalos Event Center
SATURDAY DECEMBER 21ST “EVENTO ESPECIAL ” EN XALOS DE ANAHEIM , LOS MEJORES CORRIDOS Y EL MEJOR PERREO
FAIVA and FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW: Faiva, Gary Haleamau and WAIS
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Loara High School, West Cerritos Avenue, Anaheim, CA, USA
Come join us for a night of music and holiday fun with Faiva, Gary Haleamau, Kāwili, and WAIS!
Maggiano’s South Coast Plaza |Christmas Mixology Class
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: 3333 Bristol St
Join us at Maggiano’s South Coast Plaza for a fun Mixology Class where you can sip on delicious cocktails!