Let’s explore social events in Bristol, 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 Bristol where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Bristol
Sign Club @ Sacred Grounds
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Sacred Grounds
Looking to brush up on your BSL skills or connect with other learners? Sacred Grounds is hosting a weekly Sign Club every Tuesday from 5-7pm.
This casual and informal meetup is perfect for anyone learning BSL, whether you’re just starting out or looking to keep your skills sharp. Come along to practice signing, connect with others in the community, and even try ordering your coffee in BSL!
There(…)
FITZROVIA • Season 2 Episode 1: NEGOTIATION
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: The Fitzroy Tavern
SEASON 1 EPISODE 10 of Thought Experiments in Pubs **FITZROVIA** 😊
The first episode of the second series of TEiP FITZROVIA! (New thought experiments at each meetup)
**[THOUGHT EXPERIMENTS](https://www.alltogether.one/thoughtexperimentsinpubs-negotiation)** \- what we’ll talk about at this meetup
**[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jo04sXgXTxLESlP5PkmsYX)** \- stay in the loop
**[INSTA(…)
Networking for founders, creators, freelancers + rebels ⚡
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: 01 Founders
**Free meetups for Rebels of all kinds, to connect, learn and share.**
Casual networking events with the occasional fireside chats from founders, creators and successful business owners.
No formal agenda, or dress-code (please wear *something* though). Drinks sold at the bar.
Est. 2013, meetups active globally 🌍 🚀
This event is free thanks to our members (join here: dffrnt.so/join), our part(…)
Globe English Conversation Café – In Person
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Costa Coffee
Our next English Conversation Café will be on **Monday 17th February 2025 at** **7:30pm**!
Topic for the evening: Performing Arts
You will have an opportunity to practice your English and meet new people, through conversation topics and games. It’s open to all levels of English!
The venue is **downstairs** in Costa Coffee, 3 Southwark St, London SE1 1RQ which is a 1 minute walk from London Brid(…)
👩🎨🎨 WeMeet Social Paint & Sip 🍸🥳
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Mamuśka! Polish Bar & restaurant
**What’s going down?**
Have you always wanted to try out your strengths as an artist? 👩🎨
Now is your chance!
We will meet up for some drinks and a beginner friendly painting class. Don’t worry! You will be provided with all the necessary materials and given guidance on how to paint.
Class will be run by Karc, painter and mural artist with a Degree in Sculpture and over 5 years’ experience tea(…)
🎲 🍹 WeRoad Games: Make Friends & Play Cuban Dominoes 😄 🗺️
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Cubana Bar and Restaurant
**Note on timing:** The tournament will start at 7pm, but feel free to join us any time from 6pm!
**What’s going down?** This night is a celebration of Cuban culture at the awesome Cubana Waterloo. The main event will be a Cuban Dominoes tournament, and the winner will get a big discount on their next WeRoad trip!!
We thought this tournament would be a fun way to celebrate the culture of Cuba, o(…)
Beyond the human: – should non-human animals have rights?
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: White Swan
Throughout history, philosophers have recognised animals as deserving of moral consideration — from Pythagoras and Buddha to the modern moral philosopher Peter Singer, known for his theory of speciesism.
We see pigs playing video games, or exhibiting human-like depression, cows mourning their friends, and more. Evidence of animal sentience grows every day – Would you kill a pig after having a con(…)
Saturday Social🔥- Expand your Circle
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Drift
**🚨Spoiler alert:** Our events are designed to help you escape your routine and expand your circle. Starting conversations with strangers? That’s the norm. Coming solo? Totally normal. Authenticity is at the heart of what we do—being yourself isn’t just welcomed, it’s celebrated. If none of this resonates with you, our events might not be your vibe.🚨
🎉 **Get ready for another Social at The Dri(…)
Make New Friends At A Bookshop
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Foyles (Bookshop)
Do you want to meet new people in a relaxing chill atmosphere surrounded by new books? Do you dislike loud and smelly places like pubs and clubs? This is the event for you.
Science and Philosophy Book Club is creating a new kind of meetup where people who love books and knowledge can meet new friends in a big book shop. We will explore around different sections of the book shop together as a grou(…)
Friday Night Social @ National Gallery & After Party!!!!! – Make New Friends!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The National Gallery
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**Our WhatsApp Groups:**
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🔭 Six Planet Alignment With Wine & Telescopes FREE
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Camden Town Tube Station
Do you often glance up at the sky and marvel with insatiable curiosity at the wonder of the **universe** \- our place in it\, how life began on our planet\, what else is out there\, how insignificant Earth is \(quadrillion exoplanets out there\) and where in the cosmos other civilizations might live?
Then RSVP to view the potential life harbouring moons of Jupiter, the orion nebula, the majestic (…)
★ EALING SOCIAL 20s- 30s ★
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: BeerKat
Hi Guys, Come down to our upcoming social event at beerkat in Ealing Broadway. This event is open to everyone and promises to be an exciting opportunity to socialize, network, and make new connections.
The Beerkat is located in the heart of Ealing Broadway. Its cozy and inviting atmosphere, along with its impressive selection of drinks, makes it the perfect venue for our get-together. You can exp(…)
🧘♀️☕🚶♂️WeMeet Yoga & Coffee🧘♀️☕🚶♂️
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Tara Yoga Centre
**What’s going down?**
This event is for anyone that would like to participate in a yoga class and make new friends in London.
**Event schedule:**
9.45 arrival at the Tara Yoga Centre
10.00 – 11.30 Yoga class + chat
11.30 coffee + walk
**💪 Highlights**
**FREE YOGA CLASS:** beginner-friendly yoga class delivered by a certified Yoga Teacher
**MAKE FRIENDS:** Meet like-minded people who love trave(…)
Data Engineers London February 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Civo Tech Junction
Welcome to Data Engineers London’s first event of 2025!
Looking forward to catching up with our regular attendees & welcoming new members.
We’ve got 2 amazing speakers covering **real-time streaming** & sharing lessons for building efficient **data products**.
**Agenda:**
**6pm:** Networking
**6:30pm:** ***Real-Time Big Data Streaming Redefined: Edge Computing for Instant Insights & Actions**(…)
Mindstone London AI Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: St James Clerkenwell
**\*\*\*To register for this event and secure your place you must register at the following Mindstone Link: [https://community.mindstone.com/events](https://community.mindstone.com/events) \*\*\***
## About this event
Welcome to the most electrifying and ground-breaking AI meetup in London!
Join us once a month as we delve into the world of artificial intelligence, explore its cutting-edge prac(…)
Tech Startups in the Pub – Relaxed Networking
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Windmill in the City
## Details
🍻 **Join Us for Tech Startups in the Pub!** 🍻
Hey there! 🌟
We’d love for you to join us for our next edition of *Tech Startups in the Pub*. It’s a relaxed evening at The Windmill, our go-to spot for tech chats and good vibes. We have been running for 2.5 years, and it’s always a joy to see familiar faces and meet new folks.
Whether you’re a regular, a tech founder, an enthusiast, a (…)
IndieBeers // London Meetup #60 (powered by Ramen Club)
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Bricklayers Arms
Hello makers, it’s the 60th IndieBeers, the flagship monthly event from [Ramen Club](ramenclub.so).
We’re London’s #1 indie makers pub meetup – our goal is to help indie makers, solopreneurs & bootstrappers from across the capital meet IRL, exchange ideas and support each other.
**Meetup format:**
* Meet at the The Bricklayers Arms in Shoreditch from 6pm
* We’ll be stood/sat on the right of the(…)
🍂❄️East Asians & Friends Winter Gathering🍻Feb. 22nd
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Retro Bar
# 🍂❄️ LEAF Winter Gathering at the Pub! 🍻
Hello LEAF**🍂** (London East Asians & Friends) family! It’s time for our monthly gathering, and this time we’re cozying up in a warm pub for a lovely winter get-together. Join us for an evening of good company, laughter, and the chance to connect with fellow East Asians in London!
**🏠 Venue Details**
* **Location**: Retro Bar
\- Address: 2 George Co(…)
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 Bristol, you can try out Visitbristol.co.uk, Headfirstbristol.co.uk, or Songkick.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Bristol, UK
Peter Perrett
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: The Fleece
Peter Perrett + special guest Jamie Perrett
Citizen Fish + Last Tree Squad Live at The Golden Lion Bristol
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Golden Lion
Get ready for a night of ska punk madness with Citizen Fish and Last Tree Squad at The Golden Lion in Bristol!
Animangapop Bristol
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Future Inn Bristol Cabot Circus
Animangapop Bristol! – The Actioned-Packed Anime Con lands back in Bristol!
Thursday Social: Drinks and Networking
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Newark Works
Third Thursdays are a monthly gathering to connect, think, drink and build a better city.
Finisterre Presents: Return To The Bering & Lucuma
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Finisterre Bristol
UK Spring Screenings – A double bill of surf and adventure from Directors, Ben Weiland & Luke Pilbeam.
One More Time – 90’s & 00’s Party
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Fleece
One More Time, the ultimate 90’s & 00’s party
50s & 60s Singles Night Bristol
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: The Granary Club
Join us for our relaxed 50s & 60s heterosexual in-person Singles Night at The Granary Club, Bristol. FREE DRINK in the first 30 minutes.
Walking the Entire UK Coastline
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Doynton Village Hall
19,000 miles, 6 years and over £500,000 raised for charity – join Chris Lewis as he shares stories of his incredible journey.
Princess Party with Belle!
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Zion Community Art Space
Get ready to party like a princess with Belle at our event!
CIBSE YEN SW – Heat Networks Uncovered: HIUs for the Modern Engineer
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Design West (Upstairs)
Understand Heat Networks and get hands-on with HIUs at our event, followed by food at Zaza Bazaar. Sponsored by SAV Systems.
Women in Tech and Cyber Hub – Bristol Networking
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Runway East Bristol Bridge
We are WiTCH! Join us for networking, community and connections in Bristol.
Baby Art Hour
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Spike Island
Artist Éilis Kirby leads a session exploring materials, texture, colour and shape for children aged under five and their carers.
IStructE Chartered Member Exam Preparation Course 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: University of Bristol
This course held over six weeks helps you prepare for the Institution’s Chartered Membership Exam.
Lego Play!
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: The Southville Centre, BS3 Community
Join us for some half-term fun with Lego! Hosted by Brick & Block Parties.
Neurodivergence In Rugby
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Shaftesbury park
A live Q&A hosted by @ADHDfatheruk where he’ll be interviewing neurodivergent rugby players Stef Evans, Delaney Burns & Tilly Ryall .
Dream and Make: Pop-up Stories
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Spike Island
Join us for a creative workshop for 5 to 11 year olds, inspired by Spike Island’s exhibition, Danielle Dean: This could all be yours!
CQC Training Course – New Assessment Framework and How To Be ‘Outstanding’
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Novotel Bristol Centre
“Unmissable course Excellent insight into CQC. The course was one of the most informative and interesting that I have attended in 10 years”
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
The Grand Social -Socialise in Style
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
Calling all fun lovers in Bristol! Join us for an evening of laughter and good times at our next We Love Bristol event. Whether you’re new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We’ll be hosting a fun and lively gathering filled with great conversations, exciting activities, and perhaps a few surprises
InterNations Bristol Official February Event!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Cornubia
Join us at the Cornubia for our February event, at this hidden spot on Temple Street, in Redcliff. Only 10 minutes walk from Temple Meads station, in Bristol’s centre, the venue is easy to access whether you live in the city or travel from other places. On the very plus side, the venue has nice tucked away garden with external heated space.
Wish to see you all there! 😊
Romeo and Juliet
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
Join me for another evening in the theatre, this time to enjoy a classic with a twist, Romeo and Juliet in the Bristol Old Vic.
‘Everything that makes Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy so well loved is here. The rich, feuding families. The intense, forbidden passion. And the flash of violence that tears the young lovers apart, sending them spiralling towards tragedy…
This is unmistakeably Shakesp
Inspiraology Hypnotherapy Training (IHT) Bristol
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 22nd
Let’s connect … and have fun! I’m looking forward to meeting you. This is a Ten month course leading to a level 4 in Clinical Hypnotherapy.
It’s is one weekend per month, please visit the website for more details.