Let’s explore social events in Bradford, 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 Bradford where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Bradford
Chilled Out Party – FREE ENTRY!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Backroom
We’ve booked out The Backroom as our private venue to celebrate 1 year since forming the group. **All members who RSVP (plus their +1s) can attend for free.**
With this brilliant event space all to ourselves, we can get away from the Saturday night crowds and ear-bleeding bar music. Alcoholic and soft drinks are available. At 11pm the venue turns into a club and you can stay to dance the night aw(…)
Deploying your JS code to the cloud like a pro!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: BJSS
We have 2 amazing talks for our February event.
**Jordan Finneran** – *Cloudflare: Ship Fast, Scale Faster, Unbeatable Pricing*
You’ve probably used one of the big cloud providers’ serverless options: AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, GCP Cloud Run Functions or others. Have you noticed how similar they’re becoming?
Or how “serverless” sometimes means services that still charge when not in use, leave(…)
Blood on the Clocktower
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: The Tetley
Blood on the Clocktower returns! Join us for another session of lies and deceit in the town of Ravenswood Bluff!
It will be beginner-friendly, so if you’ve not played before or only played a few times, there will be a full rundown of rules, but for those who don’t know it’s a social deduction game in the same genre as Mafia and Werewolf, but with a few key differences: everyone gets a unique char(…)
Mini Adventures’ Games Night – One Game Endless Fun
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Starlings Independent Beer & Coffee House
Board games night – ‘one game – endless fun’!
Welcome to the mini adventures’ board games night on Tuesday 4th March at Starlings in Harrogate, from 7pm-9pm.
Starlings has a wide variety of food and drinks you can purchase from the bar. They have kindly allowed us to use one of their private rooms upstairs to play our board games.
Our theme for this evening is ‘one game – endless fun’. We will (…)
Women in Tech Networking Breakfast x Erskine Nash- Leadership Styles
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Accenture – Apsley House
In the run up to International Women’s Day, join us for an inspiring and interactive event focused on exploring leadership styles. In this session, we’ll dive into a model of Situational Leadership, led by Andy Stanley from Erskine Nash, followed by round table discussions around how you choose your preferred style, and how you can influence a leader to use the ‘correct’ style with you.
The event(…)
Harrogate Charity Shop Challenge
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Winter Gardens Weatherspoon’s Harrrogate
Another chance to combine a fun morning in Harrogate with supporting charities (and possibly bagging a bargain or two for your spring collection and Easter ornament present box).
A great event for any new members.
The plan is to meet up initially in the family room in the Winter Gardens (aka Spoons) not later than 10.00 am, then hit the charity shops (there are 13 in the town centre, eight alone(…)
Dinner at The Square and Compass NorthRigton
Note members only
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Square and Compass Inn
Another chance to try out this lovely country pub restaurant. I have booked a table for 8 at 7.30 pm so maybe arrive around 7.15 and meet in the bar.
Have a look at the pubs website to see if the menu is to your liking
PLEASE only put your name down if you are certain of attending.
Hopefully another convienial dinner will be had by all 🍷
As this event is past the 1st march cut off to remain in O(…)
Leeds Coding Dojo
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Platform
**Location**
1st Floor Meeting Room,
Platform,
New Station St
Leeds
LS1 4JB
https://w3w.co/fortunate.brings.lasts
Codurance has expanded to an office in Leeds and we are enjoying getting to know and support the community. Software Crafters Leeds offers a safe, fun space for the Leeds Development community to meet.
**What’s the format?**
After a short intro, we’ll get into groups/pairs or work so(…)
Needlecraft Social | craft & cafe | 18-30
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Hyde Park Book Club
Whether you’re a knitting newbie or an embroidery expert, our ‘Needlecraft Club’ is the perfect place to explore new skills and create cozy projects. They will be chill evenings to work on new or existing creations and the chance to connect with a community that shares your passion.
Sessions are free but please do grab a drink from the book club to say thanks.
Everyone is really welcome! 7:30pm (…)
Agile Yorkshire Meetup – 05 March 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Platform
Visit our website for more information and updates: [Agile Yorkshire.org](https://agileyorkshire.org/events)
Follow us on LinkedIn: [Agile Yorkshire](https://www.linkedin.com/company/agile-yorkshire)
The 5th March 2025 Agile Yorkshire meetup offers an opportunity to explore innovative ideas and gain insights from expert speakers.
***Our line-up:***
🟡**First Speaker: Lewis Bellwood** [LINKEDIN](…)
Leeds Pool Squad Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Northern Snooker Centre
We want to bring together people that enjoy playing pool. We’re open to anyone at any skill level and we would love for you to join us!
Everyone can meet up around the bar area and get to know each other a bit first. Please try to arrive in the first half hour (or message me) so we can take you into account for tables. We will start the games at 19:30 and play through until 21:30. The tables will(…)
Writing Meetup and Social at Crowd of Favours
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Crowd of Favours
**Please note – this event will be at Crowd of Favours, 4-12 Harper St, Leeds LS2 7EA. A short walk away from Leeds Bus Station. It is a requirement to buy something from the venue when attending.**
*HOW WE WORK*
Time to write!
For the first half (from 6.00pm to 7.30pm), we work on our own material before drifting into more of a social! We work on our own projects, from novels to screenplays to(…)
Spiritual Discussion | Bible story and chat | 18-30’s
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The HEART Centre
**We invite you to join us for an evening of friendship and conversation. Expect a open, relaxed and welcoming environment, with a chance to listen to one another and share our views.**
We will get to know one another and explore a story from the Bible over a drink and any food/snacks from the assembly bar and kitchen. This is an ideal setting if you are interested in exploring the Bible in an en(…)
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Leeds
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: 188 Woodhouse Ln.
Hello 👋🏼,
Welcome to Sahaja yoga meditation in Leeds
We have in person meetings on wednesdays from 7.15pm to 8.30pm
188 Woodhouse Lane,
Leeds LS2 9DX
http://www.leedsquakers.org.uk/meetings/central-leeds
We will start with an introduction for new joiners followed by meditation and video extracts of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, the founder of Sahaja Yoga meditation.
No physical exercise is in(…)
Thursday night indoor football/futsal (6 aside)
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Quarry House
Indoor football session Thurs 7pm.
Our football sessions aim to allow us to build connections and relationships with a diverse group of players from many different backgrounds, sharing a love of football, community and having fun.
We play a friendly but competitive game, mixing different members every week to make teams.
There is a cost of £5 for the session(…)
Angels LGBT+ Social Space & Support Hub
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Age UK Leeds
Join the Angels of Freedom for our monthly FREE café social, serving up hot food (usually hearty homemade veg soup & a roll), snacks, cakes hot & cold drinks.
We have lots of friendly attendees all happy to chat and make new friends, play board games (provided – or bring your own!) and chat with organisations supporting the event.
There is monthly support available until 7pm from TransLeeds, GIC(…)
Empower Your Everyday … With The Spiritual Power to Withdraw
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: undefined
***Empower Your Everyday* -** with the Spiritual Power to Withdraw
**Wednesday 5th March at 7.30 to 8.20pm**
*Did you know that you have eight secret spiritual powers that you can call on for any eventuality? Not many people do – but once you know how to use them, then not many things in life will be able to throw you off track.*
*Join us each month for a conversation with an experienced yogi wh(…)
LGBT+ Squash @ Kirkstall
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Kirkstall Leisure Centre
For newbies and regulars alike, join us at our classic, weekly Kirkstall Leisure Centre session!
**What to Expect**
90 minutes of beginner level, non-competitive, social squash, across two indoor courts with time on and off the court. We’re happy to show you how to play.
**What to Bring**
Suitable sportswear, trainers, and a bottle of water. We have everything you need to play all included in th(…)
💥 So Choir! LEEDS 💥 Live Music Bar Choir!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: The Tetley
**[So Choir! Leeds](https://www.sochoir.co.uk/choir-leeds) is the super-fun live music social singing group meetup!**
**Get together with friends + soon to become friends, for drinks, laughs & top singalong fun!**
At each session, we take an awesome song and give it the So Choir! treatment to create EPIC spine-tingling harmony! Simply sing along and add your voice in to the mix to help create som(…)
Try a New Sport – FREE Korfball Sessions
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Gryphon Sports Centre
New year, new sport…try KORFBALL! A mixed-gender sport similar to netball & basketball (but better!).
Leeds City Korfball Club is running FREE sessions throughout January – everyone is welcome to attend so no previous experience is required and we’re a lovely bunch too, so come and get involved!
It’s a great way to keep fit, make friends and have fun! We train regularly and with league games, (…)
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 Bradford, you can try out Thetelegraphandargus.co.uk, Wherecanwego.com, or Whatson.bradford.gov.uk.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Bradford, UK
The Fashion Fiesta Collective 2025
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Victoria Hall
Get your tickets for Fashion Fiesta 2025! Experience creativity, sustainability, and incredible talent at this unforgettable fashion show! ✨
Bradford SOUP #35
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: The Storehouse
Change our local communities for the better by bringing together members of those communities to pitch their ideas for improving our area.
The Taylor Swift Eras Drag Party – Leeds
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Home Nightclub Leeds
Leeds! Join Blaze, Sissy Scorpio and Rozie Cheeks as we take you on a journey through the eras of Taylor Swift… with a DRAG twist!
Milk Club Comedy
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Activity Den – Health, Fitness and Wellbeing Hub (Bradford) Ltd
A comedy show in the daytime
You can bring your babies (upto 18months)
An adult comedy show made accessible to parents
In Conversation: Lindsey Burrow & Barrie McDermott in Leeds
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Waterstones Leeds
Lindsey Burrow will be joining us on the 3rd of March at 7pm to talk about her new memoir, ‘Take Care’.
Style,Shape,Camera, Confidence, International Women’s Day 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds City Centre
Get ready to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with a day filled with style, shaping your confidence, and striking a pose!
Networking In Leeds at Maki & Ramen
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Maki & Ramen
Join us for an evening of networking at Maki & Ramen in Leeds. Connect with other business professionals over fizz & canapes.
THE JAM’D plus PURE WELLER: Leeds
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Leeds Irish Centre
The World’s best tributes to The Jam, Paul Weller and The Style Council on the same bill. This line up knocked it out of the park last year!
We Are Wakefield First Friday Networking 7th March 2025
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Pinderfields General Hospital Car Park
We Are Wakefield members and first timers will enjoy breakfast and networking at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Ric Neale – Live at The Cardigan Arms
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Cardigan Arms
After his sellout show in January, Ric Neale’s back at The Cardigan Arms. He’ll be joined by great musicians, and special guest Katie Billes
Roundhouse Poetry Slam 2025: regional heat
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Hyde Park Book Club
Roundhouse Poetry Slam returns to Leeds with one of its regional heats. Watch the performers slam it out for a spot at the Grand Final!
Leeds FinTech Social
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: West Village – Bruntwood SciTech
Join us in Leeds for an evening of food, drink, music and networking at Bruntwood SciTech’s West Village space!
An evening with Belinda Bauer & Alex North in Leeds!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Waterstones Leeds
We’re thrilled to announce that Belinda Bauer will be joining us on the 5th of March at 7pm to talk about her book, ‘The Impossible Thing’!
Gulls just wanna have fun
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Seagulls Reuse
Let’s celebrate International Women’s Day having fun with paint
Palestine Speakers Corner presents The Grand Iftar 2025
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Mary Magdalene CiC
Join us for a Grand Iftar at Palestine Speakers Corner on 7th Ramadan—open to all, Muslims & non-Muslims. Unity, faith & solidarity!
International Women’s Day Afternoon Tea
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: National Coal Mining Museum for England
Celebrate International Women’s Day at the National Coal Mining Museum
Go Figure – Monthly Self-Led Life Drawing (March)
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Swarthmore Education Centre
Join us at Swarthmore for a relaxed evening of self-led life drawing.
Balanced Living Club presents International Women’s Day Feel Fabulous Event
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Bridge End Social
It’s time to celebrate yourselves ladies… Join us for an afternoon of self love, empowerment and vintage clothes; let’s go girls!
Soul Circuit
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Headrow House
Featuring the incredibly talented: Hannah Rowe, Seth. and Jauceyy
Musical Bingo @ The Dry Dock LEEDS with Brixton Chamber Orchestra LIVE!
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: The Dry Dock Leeds
Brixton Brewery present Musical Bingo with the Brixton Chamber Orchestra playing LIVE at The Dry Dock lots of prizes to be won.