Let’s explore social events in Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Baltimore
First Thursdays: Make and Mingle at The Walter’s Art Museum
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: The Walters Art Museum
First Thursdays is a drop-in program designed for adults to get creative and socialize. All the materials required to make art together will be provided. A selection of food and drink will be available for purchase, so you can enjoy a glass of wine, coffee, or a snack while you’re crafting.
https://thewalters.org/event/1thurs-2/
**Location: Walters Cafe**
**No registration is required.** See belo(…)
Baltimore Code & Coffee – Tech Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Digital Harbor Foundation Tech Center
All are welcome! Professionals, students, hobbyists, dabblers. Bring your work, project, questions, or just bring you.
**SCHEDULE:**
10.00 AM: Start
10.30 AM: Intro circle
11.00 AM: Networking / Coworking
1.00 PM: End
**PARKING:** There is metered street parking. If all else fails, park at the West Street Garage. Residents of Baltimore near Charles St should consider the free Charm City Circulat(…)
February Zoom – National Photo Presentation
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: undefined
**Want to learn about a place to get your photos printed?**
Have we got the guy for you!
On 2/4, Lev Bar-av from National Photo will present information about the store and its services. This is one of the few local places where you can shop, print, archive, and many other things (see this link: [https://nationalphoto.com](https://nationalphoto.com)).
For our photo sharing hour: Submit 2 photos (…)
Y’all Ready For This? Save Your Soul is Baltimore’s Wildest Dance Party!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Lithuanian Hall Association Inc
[huanian Hall Dance Party](https://www.lithuanianhall.com/friday-nights)
# 1st FRIDAY \| save your soul Friday\, February 7th\, 9 pm to closing
Save Your Soul, Baltimore’s wildest monthly dance party featuring the best Dj’s spinning the rarest and rawest Soul, RnB and Boogaloo 45’s on the first Friday of every month!
**Be sure to click**: [https://www.lithuanianhall.com/friday-nights](https://ww(…)
Wednesday Dinner @ Sammy’s Trattoria – Mt Vernon, Baltimore
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Sammy’s Trattoria
Join me at this midtown favorite. I have a table reserved at 645pm.
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6110525c1c3c934443beca1c/t/6577265c6cf21e646a6dfe70/1702307421359/Sammy%27s+Trattoria+I+Menu+PROOF+2-3.PDF
https://www.instagram.com/sammystrattoria
**Bring cash or the ability to use the apps to exchange funds in case the venue will not provide separate checks and/or payments.**
Metered (…)
Patapsco State Park – Ruins of St. Mary’s Seminary. A Moderate 5 or 8 Mile Hike
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Patapsco Valley State Park – Hilton and Gray Mills Areas
**Patapsco Valley State Park – Ruins of St. Mary’s Seminary. A Moderate 5 or 8 Mile Hike**
Please read this Description Thoroughly and Carefully!!
Enjoy this unique five-mile hike (with an option for three miles more) that includes challenging sections and visual treats throughout. We will start hiking along the Patapsco river, then climb past the Illchester train tunnel up to some outstanding o(…)
Arduino Light Art and Donut Day [IN-PERSON]
![Arduino Light Art and Donut Day [IN-PERSON]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/a/5/600_525602981.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Dear Globe Coffee Roasters
Join us at Code Collective to learn Arduino for Light Art! Group founder Julian Coy will be leading this workshop as an introduction to Embedded Engineering.
**Bring a laptop!** Julian will get you set up with the Arduino software, and you’ll be programming C++ in no time! Further details TBD.
Afterwards, stick around for **Donut Day**, networking and delicious Dear Globe burritos (not provided)(…)
Profs & Pints Baltimore: “Kink” or “Disorder”?
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Guilford Hall Brewery
[Profs and Pints Baltimore](https://www.profsandpints.com/baltimore) presents: **“‘Kink’ or ‘Disorder’?”** an entertaining look at how psychology approaches unusual sexual behaviors, with [Brian A. Sharpless](https://briansharpless.com/index.html), licensed clinical psychologist, former faculty member at Penn State University and Washington State University, and editor of *Unusual and Rare Psychol(…)
Friday Morning Harbor Walk x SoBo Brewery District Brewery
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Lot O
Hi All!
Pete is going to lead us on a walk around the harbor before heading over to one of the local south Baltimore brewerieses to hang out and socialize. Walk will be ~ 2 hours and remainder of the time will be at a brewery.
Look for Pete in a red pickup truck with truck cap. You can park in the parking lot (meeting spot shown – lot O) or on the street.(…)
Board game night at R House
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: R. House
Bring your favorite game along for us to play. See you all there!(…)
Skip the Small Talk at Monument City Brewing: Thursday, February 6, 2025
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Monument City Brewing Company
**###PLEASE NOTE: Even if you RSVP on Meetup, you will need to grab a ticket here [https://www.skipthesmalltalk.com/store/skip-the-small-talk-at-monument-city-brewing-thursday-february-6-2025](https://www.skipthesmalltalk.com/store/skip-the-small-talk-at-monument-city-brewing-thursday-february-6-2025) in order to attend###** This event is cross-posted so Meetup RSVPs won’t accurately reflect the a(…)
Monthly Dinner Group
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: The Duchess
Hello,
Hampden has so many great places to eat so I’m starting a monthly dinner meetup so we can try a new place or rediscover an old favorite.
The Duchess is the new place in town. I think the food is very good so I hope you will come and give it a try.
I don’t know how easy it is for them to split checks so please bring cash, however I’m sure they take credit cards.
I will be making reservat(…)
Baltimore Silent Book Club Meeting
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Old Major
Join us for the next Baltimore Silent Book Club meeting!
Feel free to bring a book to swap!
The same “rules” and format apply:
Bring a book, grab a bite/food and enjoy reading your book in the company of fellow book lovers!
The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with introductions and eating/drinking.
The silent reading hour will run 7:30-8:30 p.m. Afterward, feel free to stick around for mingling (…)
Board & Card Game Night
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Join us for a fun-filled evening of strategy games with the Glen Burnie Board Card Game Meetup Group! Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the world of tabletop games, this event is perfect for everyone. Expect a variety of exciting games such as board games and card games, new friends and enjoy a relaxing and social atmosphere while engaging in friendly competition. This game night promises (…)
Monday night board games
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
◦ Where: Fish Head Cantina
**First timer? Read the FAQ below!**
**Q: Is this event free?** A: Overall, yes, until you get addicted and start buying games too! There is an expectation to at least buy a drink from the Cantina. They work hard to keep up with us and we want to support them as well. Buying food is better, but a drink would be expected. If you cannot afford a drink one week, try for another week.
**Q: Where is e(…)
Pathfinder Society Workshop and Quest
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Silver Canon
**ALL PLAYERS WELCOME!!!** Come as you are. Anything needed will be provided. Pre-generated characters are available to all who need one.
**Welcome to the Silver Canon Collective Lodge!**
\*6pm – 8pm – We will be learning the game and making characters for anyone who is new to the game or the second edition. This would be a great time to make a character and meet and greet other players. Come ask (…)
Rachel Hall Band at Racers
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Racers Cafe
we will get a table. There is a parking lot and plenty of street parking.(…)
Horrible Games for (Wonderfully) Horrible People!
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: The Greene Turtle
Get a break in your week by passive-aggressively offending everyone with cards!
We are *usually* in the “party room”; we’ll post if that changes.(…)
Film: Belle de Jour
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: The Charles Theatre
FEBRUARY 8 SATURDAY 11:30AM
BELLE DE JOUR (1967 Luis Buñuel) Catherine
Deneuve’s reserved bourgeois newlywed loves her
handsome young husband, but doesn’t want to have
sex with him. She’d rather fantasize about being
whipped and dominated. Or maybe turn tricks with
random strangers in the afternoon while he’s at
work. It boggles the brain that Luis Bunüel made
this film nearly 60 years ago given h(…)
Trivia Night at R House
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: R House
R House has trivia Wednesdays at 8pm! Everyone’s welcome to join whether you’ve played before or not (or if you have vast trivia knowledge or none at all and just want to grab a drink with us!). For those that haven’t played, we’ll mish mash together “This is a Team”. It’s a fun group effort and the more people that show up the more brains we have available to answer random trivia questions, so we(…)
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 Baltimore, you can try out Baltimore.org, Baltimoresun.com, or Events.baltimoremagazine.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Baltimore, Maryland
HBCUniverse SUMMIT 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Morgan State University – Student Center
HBCUniverse Summit returns to Morgan State University for February 2025! Join us for an immense career fair, dynamic guest speaker, & more!
RootsCamp
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Maritime Conference Center
A powerful and unique (un)conference for progressive organizers to reflect on the election, share lessons and strategies to build our future
2025 Bingo World Winter Classic
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Bingo World
2025 Bingo World Winter Classic. Over $200,000 in Play With Over $110,000 in GUARANTEED Prizes! You must be 21+ to attend this event.
TINY Art Soiree
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Art Soiree is a gathering of artists and friends to celebrate and advance the impact of Baltimore artists locally and on the world stage.
Women’s Law Center Happy Hour Benefit at The Duchess
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: The Duchess
Support an incredible cause while enjoying an evening of great food, drinks, and live music.
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Baltimore Forum – Feb 6th IN PERSON
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: bwtech South at University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Big Idea CONNECTpreneur Forum – UMBC
February 6th, 2025 – IN PERSON
Dawg Pound House Party
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: 2003 Presbury St
Bringing back the old school sweatbox house party!!!
2025 Charm City Gala – Benefit Event for Four Diamonds
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Jimmy’s Famous Seafood
Join the Penn State Alumni Association Baltimore Chapter’s third annual Charm City Gala! All proceeds go to THON! SALES END FEB 4TH!!!
2025 Founders’ Day Celebration
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Martin’s West
Step into a celebration of sisterhood and community as we honor our Founders and Notable Men of Maryland! Secure your spot now!
Fleurs d’Ave Presents Flower Power Happy Hour: Galentine’s Day Edition
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Lexington Market – Baltimore Room
Join us for the BEST & MOST FUN Flower arranging class in the Country!
Board Game Speed Dating – Max’s Taphouse – Baltimore – (Ages 25-39)
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Max’s Taphouse
Finding someone can be painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and searching for a partner?
Tantra Speed Date® – Baltimore! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Soulage
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
Candle Making & a Milkshake
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar Old Ellicott City
Make your own candle while enjoying a milkshake!!
Sign Wars Fridays
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Euphoria Night Club, Ponca Street, Baltimore, MD, USA
Come celebrate Hfrinks Official Birthday Party with us a Sign Wars Fridays. New event series each and every Friday at Euphoria night club.
Full Circle: The Premiere Event of DMV Film Festival
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: 21218
Join us for Full Circle: The Premiere Event of DMV Film Festival, where we bring the local film community together for an unforgettable expe
Mischief & Deception Magic Show ($60) with Comedy Magician Spencer Horsman
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Illusions Bar & Theater
Illusions presents Maryland’s longest running & highest rated magic experience includes a 2 hour show AND your first 2 drinks for only $60!
The Fight Against Opioid Abuse
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: 638 Cherry Hill Rd
Calling all youth and young adults! Join us for the South Baltimore Edition of The Fight Against Opioid Youth Summit.
Dr. Sketchy’s Baltimore: Life Drawing + Burlesque feat. Miss Dollie Darlin’
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe
Join us for a fun night of figure drawing at Mobtown Ballroom with burlesque performer Miss Dollie Darlin’!
1st Friday Networking Event – Valentine’s Day
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Skyloft F Rental Studio
One of the best networking events in Baltimore for industry professionals!
Photographers & Models, also Hair Stylist Makeup Artist Stylist.
Stepping into Love and Learning
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: 2509 Edison Hwy
Come join us at Stepping into Love and Learning, where we’ll explore the joys of relationships and personal growth together!