Let’s explore social events in Bolton, 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 Bolton where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Bolton
🍻🎅 WeRoad – Xmas Party With A FREE Drink @ Freight Island ☃️🍸
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Freight Island
⚠️ **Important** **Note** Make sure to RSVP to get your free drinks voucher on arrival, those not on the RSVP list will not be eligible for the free drink!
**🔥 What’s going down?** We’re excited to invite you to our Christmas Party! To show our gratitude for helping make this year an extraordinary success, the first drink is on us for all attendees! Get ready for a night of celebration and livel(…)
Manchester Socializing and Language Exchange
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Ape and Apple
Hi \~ 👋 Guys!
This is the best International Socializing group in Manchester
Let’s get to know a lot of International Cool Youngs 😎😎 in here
Exchange cultures, meet new people. Feel free to bring your friends!
Fun and friendly environment!
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When : Every Saturday \| From 7:30pm
Fee : **Free entry but order at least 1 drinks**
If you can come early, you can fully enjoy our social party, (…)
Make friends & BlaBla Language Exchange #2
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Dogtown
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 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(…)
Ian Pattison: AI and Satellite Data: harnessing the power of satellite imagery
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
Ian Pattison, CEO of Neural River, an AI consultancy and startup incubator.
Ever wondered how they create those wonderful, multi-coloured satellite images showing natural processes at work in the world? Or do you need to know how to verify your organisation’s operations on the other side of the world without having to travel there? This talk will introduce you to the world of remote sensing and s(…)
Shut Up & Write!® Manchester City Centre
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Jamaica Blue
Join us on Saturday mornings. We’re a friendly group of writers all working on a range of projects. So wether you’re writing a novel, personal blog, poetry or anything else you’re more than welcome to join us. If anyone wants to contact me In bewtween sessions about anything or wants any advice on anything you can contact me by email: [email protected]
**SCHEDULE:**
**10:00** \- Quick intro(…)
Le meetup de Noël le 17 décembre au Old Monkey! (pub)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Old Monkey
**L’OLD MONKEY – UN MEET-UP EN PRÉSENTIEL – MARDI LE 17 DÉCEMBRE 2024**
Le meetup de Noël le 17 décembre au Old Monkey!
Rencontrons-nous entre 19h00 et 22h00 pour parler français et prendre quelques verres. Cette soirée vous donnera, tout simplement, l’occasion de parler français et de retrouver autres francophones/francophiles à Manchester. Le premier étage est réservé pour le groupe.
A bientô(…)
Pre-Xmas Queer Get-Together 🤶🍻🍭🍜🍹🤶
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Feel good Club
Join us for a pre-Xmas get-together with lovely queers!🏳️🌈 We’ll meet at Feel Good, have drinks, snacks, possibly play a couple of games! Then we’ll wander through the Northern Quarter and end up in the Village 🎅👯♀️🤶🤩🍻(…)
Tabletop Games at The Bierkeller, Manchester Printworks – every Thursday
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Bierkeller
We meet every Thursday at The Bierkeller in the Manchester Printworks. We play all manner of tabletop games: card games, board games, Warhammer, 40k etc.
We play board and card games upstairs but have use of a large room downstairs, open to anyone who wants to use it – good for anyone who wants to play larger games e.g. miniatures-based wargames, Warhammer, 40k etc.
They have a special meal deal(…)
🌟Exclusive Radiant Event: Christmas Dinner🌟🎅🎄🦌
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Cloud 23
**Celebrate the Season in Style with Our Exclusive Radiant Members’ Festive Wine, Dine & Skyline Event!**
This December, it’s time for our Radiant Members to come together, celebrate the festive season, and toast to our shared achievements. Join us for an unforgettable evening at Cloud 23 as we indulge in a truly elevated experience: [Wine, Dine & Skyline](https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/c(…)
Cafe Socials for 50+
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Whitworth Art Gallery
Due to a major increase in the fees imposed by Meetup, I would kindly appreciate if participants could donate £1 on the day. Thank you very much
Come and join the Cafe Socials for 50+ group for a morning of coffee, cake, and delightful conversations. This month we will meet at The Whitworth Art Gallery cafe, at the corner of Oxford Road and Denmark Road
Whether you’re new to the city, looking to(…)
HUMBUG: Last Session of 2024. Back 7th January .
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: New Lloyds Hotel, 617 Wilbraham Road,
A festive themed event including charity donations of excess money from the weekly collection tin. A huge special Thank You to all of you who have led a session. You are Stars!
Thank you to everyone who makes this group exceptional, by challenging and being challenged, by bringing your personal experience, being kind, fun and welcoming newbies.
Have a happy festive! Best wishes Peter
**Philosophy(…)
Atlassian User Group get together
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Deansgate Tavern
I’m Johnny, a self-employed Atlassian consultant, looking to create a community around the Atlassian ecosystem. I’d exchange ideas, talk about best practices and learn about new ways to use Atlassian systems.
Feel free to join me for a beer and a friendly chat. Looking forward to getting to know you’all.(…)
Regular Monday Night Games #448 (upstairs as normal)
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: The Wharf
Join for a night of board games, RPG, tabletop and social deduction fun. There’s room for everything as we have 30 tables upstairs at The Wharf in Castlefield, Manchester.
Whether you are new to board games or a seasoned veteran there will be games you can join in. Rules will be explained as needed and the atmosphere is friendly. If you want to bring your own games please do so, otherwise you can(…)
Happy birthmas! – 7 sins
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: 7sins
Who’s up for a game of Pool? I am!
Pool table is booked from 7pm. Nice bar over in the Northern Quarter.
Depending on numbers will play singles or in teams. The venue has multiple tables and other facilities such as shuffleboard and darts if you want to try something different
**Accessibility**
Please be aware pool tables are located down a flight of stairs
The toilets are gender segregated
(…)
Fastlove Speed Dating / Manchester / Age group: 30-45
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Revolution Manchester – Parsonage Gardens
**PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TAKE PART IN THE EVENT UNTIL YOU HAVE PURCHASED A TICKET.** RSVP NUMBERS DO NOT REFLECT THE TOTAL NUMBERS ATTENDING, MOST OF THE BOOKINGS FOR THE EVENT COME FROM OTHER SOURCES.
To make a booking please visit our website **www.fastlovespeeddating.co.uk** . The normal price for this event is £17 per ticket, but you can get **£5 off per ticket** for you and you(…)
Manchester Speed Dating | Ages 32-44
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Banyan Bar & Kitchen
TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE:
[BOOK NOW](https://www.speeddater.co.uk/event/speed-dating/Manchester/details/6774676d6d8d16d4d612f011c26202cf/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=events&utm_campaign=6774676d6d8d16d4d612f011c26202cf)
*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WON’T BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE EVENT IF YOU DON’T PURCHASE A TICKET PRIOR TO THE EVENT. YOUR RSVP ON MEETUP DOESN\`T COUNT AS BOOKING*
**Chem(…)
Fortnightly Board Games at Benito Lounge, Chorlton
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Benito Lounge
Join us every two weeks for an evening of fun, food and friendly company at Benito Lounge, Chorlton. We play everything from casual party games to the latest in cutting edge strategy. It’s an evening guaranteed to stimulate and entertain!
We don’t charge for this event and there’s no need to book, just come along on the night. If you’re new to board games, people are always happy to explain the r(…)
Life Drawing+ XMAS SPECIAL ** Studio Bee NQ mcr
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Studio Bee Photography Studio
All welcome to join us for what it will be a great Xmas drawing party with a special model, burlesque performer and vintage lover, Miss Rosetta.
+ special materials provided + mulled wine, hot tapas, wine, cold beers and mince pies !
Come & play with us !
There will be two winners who’ll win free tickets for one of our classes in 2025 🥳
B E G I N N E R S . W E L C O M E
Come alone or with fr(…)
🏸 Manchester – Badminton
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Manchester Academy, Manchester
**[YOU MUST BOOK IN HERE TO SECURE YOUR SPOT: https://www.sportas.co.uk/games/26679](https://www.sportas.co.uk/games/26679)**
**Description:**
2 hour badminton session
Come and play in a casual, friendly badminton session in Manchester!
All skill levels, from absolute beginners to intermediates, are welcome. For the more competitive players we have feather shuttles!
If you prefer to play compe(…)
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 Bolton, you can try out Visitmanchester.com, List.co.uk, or Thebestof.co.uk.
RELATED: How to Meet People In Bolton, UK
Christmas Carols
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Manchester Cathedral
Join us for an uplifting and festive Christmas event to support lonely and isolated ageing adults.
Bolton Arena – Christmas Drive In 20th & 21st December
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: University of Bolton Arena
Bolton Arena’s Christmas Drive in is back for 2024, offering 4 family festive films over 2 days
Light of the World: A VB Christmas Celebration
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Empty Space
We love celebrating Christmas and what better way than with a Gospel choir?! Come along and hear some Christmas classics with the VB-spin
The Taylor Swift Eras Drag Party – Manchester
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Gorilla
Manchester! It’s time to re-live the Eras Tour… but make it DRAG! ✨
Festive Comedy Night
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Engine Rooms at Birchwood Park
Laugh your way into Christmas at @ The EngineRooms on 20th December 2024, where hilarious comedians will have you in stitches.
WINTER LUXE AFFAIR
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Avan Lounge Restaurant & Shisha Bar
WINTER LUXE AFFAIR GALA THEMED SUIT & TIE & DRESS CHRISTMAS PARTY
Christmas Party with Santa
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel
Come join us at our family Christmas party with Santa!
Taste Cakes 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Emmanuel Centre
Join us this December to create memories over a variety of cake slices, hot drinks, games and good vibes!
Muslim Marriage Events Manchester – Chai & Chaat Mixer – Ages 22-37
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Chai Inc
Join us for a fun evening of chai, chaat & chatting, and maybe finding your special someone at our Muslim Marriage Event in Manchester.
Xmas Wine and Cheese Tasting @ Oats and Honey
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Oats & Honey
A wine and cheese tasting, trying a special selection of wine perfect for your Christmas day spread. Hosted by That Wine Cellar.
✨End Of Year Sound Bath Special✨
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Chorlton Unitarian Church
Approaching Winter Solstice, this is the time of ending and beginning. A time to forgive, to be forgiven, and to make a fresh start.
Sketch And Cafe – Cocoa Cabana Ancoats
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Cocoa Cabana Ancoats
We chill, chat & sketch in cafes around Manchester, UK. Creatives from hobbyists to pro are welcome.
Drunk Classics: A Christmas Carol
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Waldorf
Actors performing a classic novel or film under the influence!
This show’s classic: A Christmas Carol
ADAM WILLAMS GUITARIST , TAYLOR WILLIAMS DJ, SAXOPHONE AND BONGOS
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Village on the Green
Come join us for a night of live music with Adam Williams on guitar, Taylor Williams on the decks, and some smooth saxophone and bongo beats
Bad Santa (2003) / King Street Townhouse Screening Room
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: King Street Townhouse Hotel
This Christmas, step into the cosy charm of our private Screening Room and relive the magic of your favourite festive films.
ALMOST SOLD OUT! Sip & Paint Christmas! Manchester
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
26MUP Christmas Charity Event
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Winstanley College
Join us at Winstanley College for a night of music and fun while raising money for a good cause with The Brick and Dementia UK
Festive Musical Celebration – A Candlelight Concert featuring Nicola Mills
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: St Anne’s Church Turton
Come join us for a magical festive evening of music with Nicola Mills. Mulled wine, licensed bar and mince pies!
Stockport- Small99’s People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: PINK
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
Flecky Bennett’s The Ordsall Hall Experience CHRISTMAS 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Ordsall Hall
FLECKY BENNETT PRODUCTIONS
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SALFORD COMMUNITY LEISURE LTD
A Christmas performance in the magnificent Ordsall Hall & grounds