Let’s explore social events in Aurora, CO 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 Aurora, Colorado. 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 Aurora
September Develop Happy Hour
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Long Table Brewhouse
Connecting tech professionals in the Denver area at a neutral venue; come connect about work, life or hobbies. Develop Happy Hour is a casual way to get job leads, make new friends, and share expertise. It’s also a great way to check out new venues in Denver. Everyone is welcome.
Monthly Happy Hour. We are always open to suggestions for new venues to host the happy hour. Please feel free to messa(…)
ALL-MEMBER Gathering @ Denver Beer Company’s Lowery Taproom in Denver, CO
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Denver Beer Co. Lowry
Yes, you read that right. Let’s see if we can get *all members* out for a night of craft beer and conversations. No RSVP limit and no waitlist. We tried this last year, and frankly failed big time – maybe about 50 out of our 325+ members at that time. We are now at 660+ members…so let’s see what happens! Can we get more people to show up this time?
You will also notice I have extended the timef(…)
Colorado Product Happy Hour @ Blanchard Family Wines (Downtown Denver)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Blanchard Family Wines
Join Colorado Product and [Crafted](https://www.crafted.solutions/) for a night of networking and conversation at Blanchard Family Wines in Downtown Denver on Thursday, September 12th at 6 PM.
Meet fellow product managers and leaders, bond over shared challenges, and share your own successes and lessons learned. Discuss the latest trends and best practices in product management, and exchange idea(…)
Legislation Demystified: Empowering RE Investors for Success
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Left Hand RiNo Drinks & Eats
**One of our favorite speakers is back! September’s topic is *Legislation Demystified: Empowering RE Investors for Success* with Lyndsey O’Connell**
You’ll learn:
\- Changes to Colorado statutes as it relates to real estate in Colorado
\- What updates need to be made to leases and agreements
\- Risks and benefits of property ownership in 2024’s Colorado
\- How to get around certain provisions of (…)
Topics in Psychology: Navigating Competing Needs
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Ross-Cherry Creek Branch Library
After the early days of any relationship, competing needs of each person arise and can come into conflict. In our families, we typically did not learn how to understand and work with those differing needs in a way that would advance and deepen a relationship. Instead, repetitive, confusing, or painful cycles of conflict would ensue. We will look at this topic with a presentation by Dr. Sharon Eve,(…)
Pizza, Pints & Expert Speaker | Developing AI/ML Talent to Meet Employers Needs
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Code Talent
Please join us for our September speaker event with Sam Ogah and an exciting dive into Bridging the Gap: Developing AI/ML Talent to Meet Employers Needs.
Don’t worry, our Denver/Boulder chapter is not a community of just MLOps practitioners (Machine Learning Operations). We also enjoy other awesome things like Machine Learning Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Analytics, Bu(…)
ATTN: LGBTQ Connectors Happy Hour – L’il Devils – 9/12/2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Lil’ Devils
Hello Fellow Connectors!
As we roll into Autumn, we are headed down Broadway to L’il Devils for our September Happy Hour on Thursday, September 12 from 6-8:00pm.
We will mix and mingle throughout the venue (inside and out) and they will probably open the grill for us as well – details on that to come.
Since we always like to give the establishment a rough estimate of the number of attendees we (…)
Clothing Swap – Clean Out Your Closet
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: The Infinite Monkey Theorem
Come join us at **The Infinite Monkey Theorem** for a fun day of swapping clothes with fellow fashion enthusiasts! Bring your gently used clothing items that you no longer wear and exchange them for something new-to-you. It’s a sustainable and budget-friendly way to refresh your wardrobe. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to declutter your closet and score some stylish finds! See you there!
If y(…)
Monday Think & Drink | Uncertainty | Town Hall Collaborative
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: 525 Santa Fe Dr
This week we’ll be meeting at The Town Hall Collaborative to talk about something we all experience and deal with in our daily lives; Uncertainty.
Let’s get together and share thoughts and stories about our experiences so we can learn a little bit more about the human experience we’re living.
**Please remember we are doing a 2 Drink Minimum to honor our hosts. There are plenty of non-alcohol opt(…)
Sayonara to Summer @ Lowry Beer Garden
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Lowry Beer Garden
Come enjoy the last of the summer sun with some old and new girlfriends at Lowry Beer Garden. This is a casual “dinner” with service at the counter, a variety of drinks (several non-alcoholic varieties) and a relaxing ambience. I’ll get there early to grab a table and we can see the sun set and the patio lights come on.
If the weather looks questionable I’ll consider some options.(…)
BadAss REI Denver
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: RiNo Beer Garden
This is the original BadAss group, or as some of you would reference this as the “main” BadAss meetup. Come join us every second Monday at RiNo Beer Garden for some of the best beer selection in Colorado (They also have food and other beverages). Shoutout to our sponsor for this meetup, BackFlip, for upping our property analyzing capabilities and access to private capital. All attendees get a free(…)
Coffee and Conversation at Ms. Marji’s
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Ms. Marji’s
Coffee and Conversation at a brand new place! Let’s take advantage of the warmer weather in a relaxing, outdoor venue. Ms. Marji’s, a newly opened cafe\*, offers outdoor seating, water fountains, and flower gardens on the grounds of a renovated Victorian mansion. Stop by for a beverage, snack, late breakfast, or early lunch and some conversation in this newly created urban retreat.
On-street park(…)
Make friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Denver
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: RiNo Beer Garden
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat BEFORE joining the group (MANDATORY) ⚠️⚠️⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful experience:**
\- 🍺🥤 You are asked to order a dr(…)
Monday Night Spanish Conversation at Raymundo’s House
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Raymond’s house
All as usual in the past years- EXCEPT-
FULL COURSE OF VACCINATION IS *STILL* REQUIRED.
DO NOT ATTEND IF NOT FULLY VACCINATED!!
Raymundo as offered his home for up to 20 people for Monday evening Spanish Conversation. We will meet for causal Spanish conversation, make friends and have fun. All levels of Spanish are welcome and so is 1 guest , Gracias!(…)
The Virgin Suicides (1999, Sofia Coppola) @ Landmark Mayan Theatre
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Landmark Mayan Theatre
The Landmark Mayan Theatre is screening the drama *The Virgin Suicides* (1999, Sofia Coppola) on Tuesday, September 10, at 7:00 PM.
Please join me! I will be in the lobby starting between 6:30 and 6:45 PM holding a black-and-yellow Denver Cinema Club sign for meet and greet. I will head to my seat at 6:55 PM.
If at least two other attendees wish to discuss the film, we will head to a nearby bar (…)
DBQ at Bruz Off Fax
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Bruz Off Fax
Denver Beer Queers!
Let’s enjoy good company with some fabulous Belgian Beers!
Bruz is Denver’s artisanal brewery dedicated to brewing traditional Belgian-style beers and innovative Belgian-inspired brews. From traditional Belgian styles to innovative Belgian-inspired creations, Bruz Beers is bringing a passion for excellence to Colorado.
Their Off Fax location is centrally located has a gorgeo(…)
Icon Networking Lunch | Real Estate Investor Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Reiver’s Bar and Grill
We know the real estate investor’s life is crazy. With early coffee meetings in the morning and various fires to put out by the afternoon, when is there ever a decent time to network with like minded full time people? We are hosting a mid day meetup to allow full-time people the chance to network during the 9-5 grind. This meetup is perfect for flippers, wholesalers, private money lenders, and any(…)
DENVER level 1 Workshop
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Denver Community Church
PLEASE RSVP!!!!!!!!!
Join us for a brand new season of Monkey Butler Improv in Denver. Once a week we will be hosting a FREE workshop for any and everyone to join regardless of skill level or age. Our family-friendly spaces will guide you through 15 weeks of our original curriculum and enhance your improv experience. No minimum number of workshops are required and you can drop in whenever your sch(…)
Games for Girls, Gays, Theys and All Who Want to Play
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Stanley Marketplace
Let’s meet at Stanley Marketplace in the open seating area for a casual game night! We play a lot of party/fun games (i.e. Cards against Humanity), classics, and a few strategy games. Feel free to bring a few of your favorite games if you’d like.
\*\*Stanley Marketplace has free parking for 3 hours. After 3 hours, you will have to pay. Please plan accordingly.\*\*
https://stanleymarketplace.com/20(…)
weekday sipping
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Sienna Wine Bar & Small Plates
Afterwork wine at 530pm
Pleasant wine bar near the zoo. Any day of cancellations “without a valid reason” will be treated as a no-show and possibly removed from our group.
I will be contacting everyone on Sunday before the event. If you don’t respond to my email informing me that you are attending by 6 pm Monday, I will remove you from the event.
After the initial attending list is full, I enco(…)
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 Aurora, you can try out Visitaurora.com, Colorado.com, or Colorado.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Aurora, Colorado
Homeschool Day- The Goldrush
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: DeLaney Homestead Historic District
Back by popular demand, we will be returning to Delaney Farm to try our hand at panning for gold!
Food Preservation: Canning Apple Pie Filling
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Arapahoe County Extension Office
This IN-PERSON training covers specifics of water bath food preservation, specifically principles and benefits of canning pie filling
Hot Night Fusion Weekend 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: the Curtis Denver – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Hot Night Fusion Weekend is back! A full weekend of amazing instructors, great DJs, and reconnecting with your community.
Lindy on the Rocks 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: The Studio Loft at Ellie Caulkins Opera House
Lindy on the Rocks is back for another year! Live music, great instructors, fun competitions, and you! Join us in Denver this September!
Marjorie Park Uncorked: Comedy Edition
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Marjorie Park
Marjorie Park Uncorked goes LOL this fall, featuring a comedic lineup curated by DeadRoom Comedy. Live outdoors at Marjorie Park!
Exhibitor Registration | Bumps & Babies Community Baby Shower 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Sky Ridge Medical Center Patio
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Barco Event Master Encore3 Certified Specialist 2 Days- Denver, CO
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Encompass Event Group
At the end of the session the attendee will be able to:
* Successfully install an Encore3 system
* Successfully operate an Encore3 system
EconDev Camp 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Sherman & Howard L.L.C
We’re bringing together the thinkers and doers in economic development and technology for a special Unconference.
DisruptHR Denver 17.0
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Mile High Station
DisruptHR is your event. Come and join us, build and strengthen your network, reconnect, get inspired, and inspire others.
The Threat is Coming From Inside The House! (Lunch)
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Trace3
Join us for lunch and great conversation!
The 2024 ADHD Coaches Retreat
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Aloft Denver Downtown
Welcome ADHD Coaches! Immerse in relevant sessions, lively discussions & creative roundtables. It happens ONE TIME ONLY. Will you be here?
Cooking Class for Members of Smith Club of Colorado
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Create Kitchen & Bar
Cooking class event for Members of the Smith Club of CO & WY on September 14 at Create Kitchen in Aurora. Join or Renew Your Membership!
Mindful Sex, Pleasure, and Intimacy (Denver)
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Awakening Boutique Broadway
Learning mindfulness techniques to improve pleasure & intimacy from a sex coach
Unlock Your Leadership Potential!
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy
Improve performance and fulfillment by discussing the four pillars of emotional intelligence. Learn techniques to cultivate robust emotional
Waldschänke Ciders 5k | Denver | 2024 CO Brewery Running Series
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Waldschänke Ciders + Coffee
Join us for the Waldschänke Ciders 5k, and great, local craft cider at Waldschänke Ciders in Denver on September 14th, 2024
99 Pieces of Art on the Wall 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Access Gallery
Access Gallery’s biggest event of the year featuring 99 artists from our community and artwork available for $99.
Tony Furtado Trio feat. John Reischman presented by KGNU
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Daniels Hall
KGNU and Swallow Hill Music present the Tony Furtado Trio featuring John Reischman for a night of exceptional live music.
Second Chance Comedy: A Standup Comedy Show about Addiction
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: FREE Recovery Community
Laugh for a cause at Second Chance Comedy! Your ticket supports Sobriety House, directly aiding those on their journey to addiction recovery
Bumps & Babies Community Baby Shower 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Sky Ridge Medical Center – Healing Garden & Patio
Calling ALL New Moms and Moms-to-be!
You are INVITED to join us on Sept 14th, 2024 at Sky Ridge Medical Center to celebrate!
HearHear Counseling Pickleball Tournament
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Epic Pickleball Club
Join us for an evening of pickleball, food, drinks and more! Grab a partner and get ready for friendly (or not) competition.