Let’s explore social events in Boston, MA 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 Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Boston
Wednesday Night Board Games!
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Acapulcos
Come join us for our first event!
We will be providing a variety of games to use, just bring yourselves and be ready to make some new friends! Please arrive between 6 and 7 so you can get into a game. No need to stay the whole time if you have to leave. This event is aimed at adults.
We’ll be meeting at Acapulcos Mexican Restaurant in Quincy Center, a short 5 minute walk from the Quincy Center T(…)
Boston Security November 2024 Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: FHL Bank Boston at Prudential Center
***Important Notice***
*All meetup venues we currently use require us to provide a list of names (First & Last) to their door security so they can check people in at the time of the event. We are also required to bring “a picture ID” that matches the name we provide at the time of registration. Please be mindful of this requirement and provide the necessary information to ensure a smooth check in(…)
dbt Boston Meetup – Nov 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Kenmore Sq. BOSTON
What are dbt meetups? dbt Meetups are networking events open to all folks working with data! Talks predominantly focus on community members’ experience with dbt, however, you’ll catch presentations on broader topics such as analytics engineering, data stacks, data ops, modeling, testing, and team structures.
**🤝Organizers:** Chitra Sundaram (Cleartelligence) & Riddhima Shukla (Cleartelligence)
**(…)
Developer Meetup: Innovating on Health Data [GenAI, RAG, AI Hallucinations]
![Developer Meetup: Innovating on Health Data [GenAI, RAG, AI Hallucinations]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/7/f/8/600_524122520.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Venture Café Cambridge
Join our next in-person Developer Meetup in Cambridge, MA to learn the latest trends, tools, and features to Innovate on Health Data.
**Talk 1: Deep dive on RAG and AI Hallucinations**
*presented by Thomas Dyar, Product Manager, MA – InterSystems*
**Talk 2: Leveraging AI to Transform Audio Data for Improved Clinical Outcomes in Healthcare**
**Abstract:**
Explore how AI can elevate audio data pro(…)
Boston Indies: Legal Issues in Game Development
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: MIT Stata Center, Room 32-155
Do I need to trademark my game name?
Is this non-compete agreement legal in MA?
Should my company be an LLC or an S-Corp?
As game makers we frequently encounter complex legal questions; to help us understand them, we’ll be joined by lawyers from the firm Holland & Knight who will give a presentation on some common legal issues in games, then open the floor for a Q&A. This is a rare opportunity to(…)
Boston AI Music Meetup // November
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Curry Student Center – McLeod Suites
This month the Boston AI Music Meetup will be hosted by Northeastern University and will take place at Curry Student Center – McLeod Suites starting at 6pm on November 21st.
For this event we will host a group of panelists to discuss about the future of AI in the music industry. As always, the event will be followed by a networking session. We hope to see you there!
Panelists
* [Don Gonzalez](h(…)
Innovating on Health Data [GenAI, RAG, AI Hallucinatin]
![Innovating on Health Data [GenAI, RAG, AI Hallucinatin]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/0/4/5/600_524404165.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Venture Café Cambridge
\*\* Important RSVP [here](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2024111915)[ ](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2024082215)(Due to room capacity and building security, it’s REQUIRED to pre-register at the link for admission.)
**Description:**
Welcome to the AI meetup event in Boston, in collaboration with InterSystems. Join us to learn the latest trends, tools, and features to Innov(…)
Boston GRC Day
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for an afternoon of GRC while earning 1 CPE Credit. We’ll be discussing current challenges and how to respond with other GRC experts in the area. The event is free. The afternoon will finish with a happy hour and networking.
The address of the venue is 2 Seaport Ln, 3rd Floor Boston, MA 02210. Please RSVP here – [https://software.onspring.com/2024-boston-grc-day](https://software.onspring(…)
EuroBoston Meetup at MAST’
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: MAST’
Welcoming all Europeans in the Boston area that are looking to make new friends, network and have fun!
We can’t wait to see you at MAST’ in the heart of Downtown Boston – we’re changing location in order to support European restauranteurs and have some Pizza Napoletana with our usual drinks. We’ll have plenty of space as the restaurant has reserved the downstairs bar area just for us.
Hope to se(…)
Tech Networking Boston
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Bar Moxy
**Details**
**Attention attendees!**
**To register, use** [Eventbrite ](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tech-networking-boston-tickets-1051069736877?aff=oddtdtcreator)or [Luma](https://lu.ma/m46uj50f)
Warning:
The meetup is not a platform for RSVP registration; for this, you need to follow [this link](https://lu.ma/m46uj50f) to purchase a registration ticket.
The meetup is one of the platforms throug(…)
Discussion: What are the impacts of Modern Feminism and MeToo?
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Fenway Time Out Market
**Topics to discuss**
For this event, we will discuss various feminist movements in the era of metoo and how they’ve impacted modern culture. Has your perspective changed? What are the positive aspects and negative aspects of these movements? How can they be expanded or improved? Are there things that these movements are missing or getting wrong?
The below content is not required, but recommended(…)
The Strummerville Ukulele Club at the Armory Cafe! * 3rd TUESDAY * 11/19
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Rooted Cafe
**TEMPORARY MOVE TO 3RD TUESDAY FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER, due to overlap with Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah.**
**Good citizens of Strummerville, that’s you!**
**Grab your uke and join us as we sing and strum the hits!**
**Come one, come all! All levels welcome!**
We love playing popular songs badly and singing loudly.
If you don’t have a uke, get in touch and we’ll bring a spare for you(…)
Hanging Out, Night Full Of Fun! (Allston)
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: The Draft Bar & Grille
We may start off as strangers, but we don’t tend to end the night that way! Let’s continue to meet, mingle, and socialize while enjoying the good vibes all night long.
Experience The Draft! Come hang with our friendly team for a fun-filled time at The Draft. Enjoy weekly events, classic bar games, ice-cold beer, delicious hot wings, and juicy burgers. Let’s make memories together!
We will get th(…)
CAJUN (20th of November) – David Hossack – Hosted by Akamai
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 145 Broadway
**Important Notice 1**: This CAJUN meeting will be at Akamai, which is very close to MIT. The event will start at **4.30 pm** (the main talk starting 5.00, however, signing people in will take some time)
**Important Notice 2**: Please bring some government-issued ID to the event (required by Akamai security). Non-USA non-Passports are OK.
**Important Notice 3:** Akamai security would like a list(…)
Life Drawing Boston! at First Church Cambridge
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: First Church in Cambridge
Welcome to Life Drawing Boston! We are a group of people who meet every Tuesday to connect with each other and practice drawing the human form from a live, nude model in a supportive, social environment All skill levels are welcome!
We provide the model, drawing supplies, snacks, and bumping tunes. Feel free to bring your own sketchbook and tools if desired.
The session starts with short warm-up(…)
A Conversation with Steve Omohundro
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Microsoft New England Research and Development Center
Join the Mind First Foundation for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Steve Omohundro, a pioneering figure in the fields of artificial intelligence and AI safety. The event will begin with an interview, exploring Dr. Omohundro’s groundbreaking early work in AI, with a special focus on his seminal contributions to modern fundamentals of AI safety theory and practice. Dr. Omohundro will then give(…)
Dungeons and Dragons at Aeronaught
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Aeronaut Brewing Company
Dungeons and Dragons with Beer, what could be better! We had a great event last time and keeping the party going. Come by if you want to play D and D or if you have ever been curious how to play! New players to experienced DMs always welcome!(…)
James by Percival Everett
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Caffe Bene
From Kirkus Reviews:
Mark Twain’s *Adventures of Huckleberry Finn* as told from the perspective of a more resourceful and contemplative Jim than the one you remember.
The audacious and prolific Everett dives into the very heart of Twain’s odyssey, shifting the central viewpoint from that of the unschooled, often credulous, but basically good-hearted Huck to the more enigmatic and heroic Jim, the B(…)
BosRIG #11
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Artisans Asylum
BosRIG is back from summer break!
Our very own Stephen McInturff is going to share some of his projects that he’s assembled over the years.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
As an aside a possible October meeting fell through when the speaker, who is located outside of our area, couldn’t commit to the possible dates due to their travel schedule. If I were to secure a good speaker that is loca(…)
Caffe Collab & Connect: Unity Users
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Starbucks at Marriott Cambridge
**Description**
A casual environment where we can meet in person to simply connect, share projects as desired, challenges we’re facing, playtest, work together on projects, brainstorm, etc.
For this event we’ll have a special guest from the Unity’s Developer Advocacy team, [Estaban Maldonado ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/estebangamedev/)who has been spreading the word of Unity’s Multiplayer Game(…)
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 Boston, you can try out Bostonusa.com, Visit-massachusetts.com, or Thebostoncalendar.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Boston, Massachusetts
The Pre-Game: Harvard/Yale
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Royale
Get pumped up for the Harvard/Yale game with a pre-game party at the biggest venue in Boston, Royale. Harvard and Yale DJs.
The Official Harvard/Yale Party
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Scores
Join the Harvard BSA, owtbruhzmedia, Yale BSAY, and Black students from both schools for the party of the year!
2024 MassChallenge Healthcare Challenge Program Kickoff Reception
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: MassChallenge Boston Fan Pier
Come meet the 2024 Healthcare Program cohort and network with healthcare industry experts, innovators and leaders!
HY: The Postgame
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Game On!
Come join Harvard Football in the biggest Harvard celebration of the year! OFFICIAL PREGAME AT DX @ DUNSTER 8PM-10:30PM!
Senseable Forum on Future Cities: Being Physical
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: MIT Samberg Conference Center
How proximity fosters a more resilient society
Harvard-Yale Tailgate
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Ohiri Field
Join us for HL Central’s 2024 Harvard-Yale Tailgate and Watch Party!
Women in Tech Boston – OutGeekWomen
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Venture Lane | Startup Hub
All the badass women in tech, are you in? #outgeekwomen
Alan Lightman at the Harvard Science Center
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Harvard Science Center (Hall C)
presenting The Miraculous from the Material: Understanding the Wonders of Nature in conversation with Melissa Franklin
Harvard Yale – The Game Before The Game
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Game On!
Get hyped for the 140th Harvard Yale match @ The Game Before The Game, where the rivalry heats up before the big showdown!
P. J. E. Peebles at the Harvard Science Center
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Harvard Science Center (Hall C)
presenting The Whole Truth: A Cosmologist’s Reflections on the Search for Objective Reality
Oceanside Superstars
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 1290 N Shore Rd
Nolan Bros Boxing presents an action-packed night of boxing at Revere’s Oceanside Event Center
2024 HBS vs. Yale SOM Hockey Night
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Bright-Landry Hockey Center
Get ready for an epic showdown between Harvard Business School and Yale School of Management in the biggest B-School rivalry on ice!
Commonwealth Seminar Civic Engagement Celebration & Expo
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: NonProfit Center
Connect, celebrate with, and learn from over 30 diverse community organizations & fellow activists from around the State on Mon, Nov. 18th.
Mrs. Trillium’s Book Garden Presents: Signature Series w/ Monique Volz
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Trillium Fort Point
Mrs. Trillium’s Book Garden: Signature Series invites you to an evening with Monique Volz!
Harbor Use Public Forum: Harborwalk at 40
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Fort Point Room at Atlantic Wharf
BHN President & CEO Kathy Abbott sits down with former Harborwalk Committee Chair Lorraine Downey to discuss how the Harborwalk came to be.
Lisa Kyung Gross with Anna Sortun and Mirta Rinaldi
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Brookline Booksmith
Read on for important details for this live, in-person Brookline Booksmith event.
Keke Palmer at First Parish Church
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: First Parish Church
presenting Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative in conversation with Yara Shahidi
MIT Symphony Orchestra
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Kresge Auditorium
Join the MIT Symphony Orchestra, directed by Adam Boyles, for the second concert of the 2024-25 season!
The Pre-Game Overflow: Harvard/Yale
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Nash Bar & Stage
Get pumped up for the Harvard/Yale game with a pre-game party at Nash Bar, right across the street from Royale. 18+. Lil Xan performance.
DESI SINGLES MIXER – 11/20/2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Tiki Rock
Meet eligible singles, enjoy activities, and bring a friend for support!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner in Harvard Square
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
Tavern right near Harvard Square with usual bar food plus more gourmet options like duck, lobster tails and happy hour oysters. Always have had a good time here with good food.