Let’s explore social events in Austin, TX 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 Austin, Texas. 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 Austin
Austin LangChain AIMUG December Showcase and Mixer
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
**Join Us for the December Monthly Mixer and Showcase!**
*Celebrate the end of the year with innovation, inspiration, and connection! Discover the latest in AI and LangChain technology and enjoy a festive atmosphere.*
**Date:** Wednesday, December 4, 2024
**Time:** Starts at 6:00 PM
**Location:** ACC – RGC 3000, 1218 West Avenue, Austin, TX
**After Party:** The Tavern, 922 W 12th Street, Austin, T(…)
Her Adventure Walk (for women) at Mueller lakes and parks
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Mueller (Northwest Greenway)
Note this hike was rescheduleed from 12/7 to 12/21 due to rain!
All Her Adventure hikes are open and welcoming to newcomers!
About the walk:
We’ll walk about 4-5 miles around the Mueller, seeing three lakes and several parks. Some of the walk will be on a gravel pathway and some will be on sidewalks. There are some beautiful new neighborhood parks in Mueller and we’ll take a path that showcases(…)
Christmas Cocktail Sip Socialize & Sparkling conversation Driskill Hotel Edition
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Driskill Hotel
**Please Note**: This event is for singles only. **No couples**, **no dates**—just genuine, unattached individuals looking to meet others who are open to finding their one and only.
Step into the magic of the holidays at one of Austin’s most iconic venues—The Driskill Hotel. Completed in 1886, this historic Romanesque-style masterpiece exudes elegance and charm, making it the perfect setting for (…)
Austin Texas Divorce & Heartbreak Support
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: 10515 N Mopac Expy
From the author of Heartbreaksupport.com Free Divorce Recovery Austin Texas and the surrounding areas…everyone is welcome! These are online Meetings worldwide. Expect a minimum of 20-50+ people from mostly the U.S. Remember you do not have to talk if you do not want to but u need to hear the speech at the beginning and where our website is located. All Free Resources to help you.
If you are goi(…)
Austin Bitdevs #59
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Bitcoin Commons Austin
*(Note: If you can’t make it up the building, ping someone on the [Telegram](https://t.me/+ekA74WGJ7ndkN2Yx) group!)*
Another Socratic discussion on technical developments in Bitcoin.
Food will be catered to the Commons (first come first serve)!
**Agenda:**
6:30 – 7:15p: Arrival & Networking
7:15 – 8:45p: Socratic Seminar focused on various technical Bitcoin topics
8:45 – 9:30p: We’ll leave (…)
Austin Design Jam x Leadership Austin
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Austin Community College: Rio Grande Campus
Join us at the Austin Design Jam as we support [Leadership Austin](https://leadershipaustin.org/) in launching a newly updated program, [Discover Central Texas](https://leadershipaustin.org/discover-central-texas/)! Leadership Austin offers established and emerging business and community leaders a unique opportunity to be part of a group that has come together to:
* Develop their personal and pro(…)
Christmas Party with the DeFi Crew!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Lazarus Brewing Co. 1902 East 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
Happy Holidays Everyone!
Come hang with the DeFi Crew (DeFi Austin Group) as we head to Lazarus on East 6th and talk all things crypto. We will plan to be inside since it will be getting cold, but should be a great time before you’re off to travel for the holidays!
Wearing Santa hats and other festive sartorial choices are encouraged but not required!
Looking forward to seeing you there!(…)
Code Foundry Free Tech Bootcamp: Introduction to DevOps and Cloud (In-Person)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Capital Factory
**What is Code Foundry Free Tech Bootcamp?**
Code Foundry is a free, hands-on tech bootcamp created for startup founders and engineers looking to bridge the gap between concept and market-ready product. Sponsored by [Capital Factory](https://www.capitalfactory.com), [Hispanic Hackers](https://www.hispanichackers.com), and [CircleSquare Labs](https://www.circlesquarelabs.com), this program meets on(…)
FREE Austin Trail of Lights at Zilker Park
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Zilker Metropolitan Park
### **Experience The Magic**
The \*\*\*AUSTIN TRAIL OF LIGHTS \*\*\*is our city’s most beloved and longest running holiday event. The annual event in Zilker Park celebrates the unique spirit and people of Austin. Let’s walk together while enjoying more than 2 million lights, 96 lighted holiday trees and 70 displays and tunnels. nightly entertainment, Austin’s famous food trucks, and magical holid(…)
All Vegan Holiday Cooking Demo with Plant Chef Tara
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Wheatsville Food Co-Op
Join us for a festive vegan cooking demo with the incredible Plant Chef Tara from [PlantChefTara.com](www.plantcheftara.com)!
**What’s on the Menu?**
Chef Tara will show us how to make a holiday-worthy spread:
• Sage Brown Butter Gnocchi (from scratch!)
• Kale Salad with Pecans, Pomegranate, and Vegan Feta
• Silky Chocolate Mousse
This menu is sure to impress both vegans and non-vegans alike!
(…)
The Austin German Language Meetup Group Monthly Meetup
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: undefined
The monthly German Language Meetup Group event.
Its venue is typically set and announced at the beginning of the week of the meetup, by Monday or Tuesday.(…)
Chuy’s & Austin Trail of Lights
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Chuy’s Barton Springs
Come celebrate the unique spirit and people that make Austin the place we love to call home. Our city’s most beloved, longest running holiday tradition, the 60th annual Austin Trail of Lights event in Zilker Park showcases more than 2 million lights illuminating the park, 96 lighted holiday trees and 70 other holiday displays, jubilant displays of lights and lighted tunnels.
General Admission ent(…)
BitAngels Austin Meetup @CapitalFactory (Every 3rd Monday)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: 701 Brazos St
A community-based meeting for like-minded people that invest, work on projects related to or simply are passionate about:
* Decentralization
* Web3
* DAOs
* Crypto
Thank you to Capital Factory for sponsoring BitAngels Austin Meetup. Capital Factory is the center of gravity for entrepreneurs in Texas. They meet the best entrepreneurs in Texas and introduce them to their first investors, employees(…)
Austin Small Business Referral Network (bi-weekly meetup)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Lazarus Brewing Co.
This meetup is for all local business owners who understand the power of referrals and want to grow their business! Let’s connect, build lasting partnerships and help each other grow!
We meet every other Thursday @ 6 pm (see event details for updated location)(…)
REI Masterminds, Beginners and Experienced Welcome
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Brass Tap – Austin
**This Real Estate Mastermind Group has Generated MILLIONS for Investors.**
Come join us for informative networking, deal pitching, discussing real estate strategies, and ways to leverage your success in real estate investing.
11:30-Noon, order food, networking
Noon-1PM, introductions, deal pitching, questions, current trends, any other real estate topic.
We meet every Thursday for lunch.
The (…)
Austin Med Device Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: To Be Announced
**The Event has been postponed. I will provide updates on the rescheduled date and location as soon as they become available.**
Please join us in creating a healthcare community in Austin that is designed for fun, connection, collaboration, and growth—and most importantly, to have a great time!
The location is TBD.
The event will start with networking session that you meet people from all cross th(…)
Christmas Party with Ethereum Austin!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Lazarus Brewing Co.
Happy Holidays Everyone!
Come hang with us at Lazarus on East 6th and talk all things crypto. We will plan to be inside in the barrel room since it will be getting cold, but should be a great time before you’re off to travel for the holidays!
🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻 Wearing Santa hats and other festive sartorial choices are encouraged but not required! 🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻
Looking forward to seeing you there!(…)
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 Austin, you can try out Do512.com, Austintexas.org, or Austin360.com.
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5th Annual Community Gift Drive with The Lettuce Lab & Friends
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Active Athlete Inc
Come join us for our 5th Annual Community Gift Drive with The Lettuce Lab & Friends – a fun event where we come together to spread joy ✨
Radiohead Concert in the Dark w Live Strings 122124 + Cacao
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Casa de Luz Village
Float away in musical haven created by award-winning violinist Will Taylor & cellist Tony Rogers during a relaxing darkened concert.
VERY DELTA PODCAST – LIVE! @ Oilcan Harry’s
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Oilcan Harry’s
Legendary Emmy Award-winning drag queen Delta Work (RuPaul’s Drag Race) hosts her Luxury Public Access Podcast LIVE w/ Louisianna Purchase
EASY DIGGING Premiere
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: AFS Cinema
One man. One shovel. One hole to China. Join us for the Austin premiere of the feature film EASY DIGGING!
LTWIB ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Meridian 98
Enjoy a fun evening of celebrating and networking! Connect with local professionals in a relaxed and friendly setting.
2nd Annual Winter Solstice Community Singing Ritual
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Trinity Church of Austin
Join us for a Winter Solstice Singing Ritual, honoring the darkest days of the year.
Austin High School Class of 2014 10 Year Reunion
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Antone’s Nightclub
Join us for the Austin High School Class of 2014 10 Year Reunion!
Not Your Bubbie’s Hanukkah Bash
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: 2400 E Cesar Chavez St
Get ready to party at Rockman’s! Not your Bubbie’s Hanukkah Bash – it’s gonna be lit with latkes, dreidel games, and plenty of fun!
Desi House Holiday Party – Sat, Dec 21st – Downtown ATX
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Neon Grotto
Desi Vibe Tribe presents “Desi House Holiday Party” | Dj Gabru & Kush spinning your favorite – Indo House | Bollywood | Urban Punjabi
Clemson Alumni & Family Tailgate in Texas
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library Lawn (LBJ Library Lawn)
All-Inclusive pre-game gathering for Clemson Family in Texas: food, beer, wine & high noons, preview the SMU v Penn State game + live DJ!
Crime of Fashion: A Burlesque Who-Done-It
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Ballroom @ Spider House
The Jigglewatts steal back to the stage in a glitzy shopping mall who-done-it during the madness of holiday season!
Tantra Speed Date® – Austin! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Yoga Vida
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
R.A. The Rugged Man + The Grouch & Lucky3 of Living Legends – Austin
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Flamingo Cantina
Featuring DJ Notion of musicNmind, hosted by Cree8ion
“The Sweetest Christmas” ft. Revision Dance Company & Polina Bolonkina
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Rose Gose
Enjoy an evening of sophisticated desserts, decadent wine and the sweetest presentation of Austin’s newest Professional Dance Company.
Sachin & the Porch
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Saxon Pub 2024
Come get rowdy with Sachin & the Porch!
French Steakhouse
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Central Market Austin North Lamar
Hands on. You will be cooking with a small team in this class.
Annual Vision Board Party
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: My Vinyasa Practice
Everyone’s Favorite VBP is BACK! Curated to activate your highest self and channel your dreams for 2025.
AJ Vallejo’s Birthday Celebration
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Saxon Pub 2024
AJ Vallejo is one of a kind, and we are excited to celebrate him with an evening of songs, laughter and who knows what else 🙂
Palo Santo Sacred Journey
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Kuya
Join Mimi Daraa of Maison Palo Santo to explore sustainability and the magic of the revered Palo Santo tree.
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Discover Dominica
◦ When: Sunday, Dec 22nd
Let’s connect … and have fun! I’m looking forward to meeting you.
InterNations Austin Holiday Event
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Blue Lacy Restaurant
Let’s take the evening of December 27th between Christmas and New Year’s to appreciate the love, laughter, and warmth of our precious friends from InterNation.
Cheers to making unforgettable memories together!