Let’s explore social events in Calgary, ab 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 Calgary where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Calgary
Project-based Mini-Hackathon!
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Central Library
Hi all,
Once a month we hold a “mini-hackathon” where we code from 10 AM to about 4:00 PM at which point we do a little show-and-tell where you are welcome to demo what you did that day (totally optional). It is a loosely structured event where we break off into groups and you can work on your own project, or hop into someone else’s!
**We are going to be back in the Central Library at the Incept(…)
Career Transition Journey – From Engineer to Data Science Specialist
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
We’re back for Data for Good’s first Meetup of 2025!
We’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to gain data science / AI skills and transition into the field, so who better to hear it from than someone who has done just that!
We are very excited to have Scott McKean present to us on how he transitioned from an Engineer to a Data Science Specialist at Databricks.
**About the Presentation**(…)
Make Friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Calgary
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: LOCAL Public Eatery 8th Avenue
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 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(…)
Circuit Stream – A Leader in Future Skills Education
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
**Discover Opportunities to Learn and Lead in Emerging Tech!**
Join **Untapped Energy &** **Circuit Stream** for an exciting session focused on the future of technology skills education. Whether you’re a teen, parent, aspiring instructor, or professional eager to share your expertise, this event will connect you with opportunities to learn and grow in emerging tech fields.
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**What You’ll Lea(…)
Playwright: Reliable End-to-End Testing
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
Flaky tests, difficult to maintain test code, challenging test setup code…yeah, writing end-to-end tests can be a painful experience. That all changes with Playwright! In this session, we’ll learn how to write reliable cross-browser, cross-platform end-to-end web tests in your choice of language. We’ll also explore the rich codegen, inspector, and trace viewer tooling that makes **Playwright** a(…)
In person hangout at Good Earth Cafe
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Good Earth Coffeehouse
Happy New Year, software crafters! Let’s keep warm with some beverages at the Good Earth and catch up.
There is no set schedule, it’s not super formal, just a bunch of software crafters getting together to chat. This is a great way to network informally and get to know other people with the same interests as you!
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This event is meant to be a safe and inclusive environment for everyone to (…)
Calgary English Conversation ESL Meetup Group for Intermediate.
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Central Library
Our meetup is for people who use English as a second language at an intermediate level (not mandatory). The purpose is to practice speaking and make foreign friends. I hope you come with an open mind, ready to have comfortable and enjoyable conversations.
To briefly explain how the event will be structured, I plan to have three sections in total.
First, we’ll have a group chat session with groups(…)
Fundamental Principles of Investing & Financial Literacy Basics
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: BLVD
Wealthy Walls Real Estate Investing Network, a free in-person meetup hosted by Real Estate Investors.
TOPIC: Fundamental Principles of Investing & Financial Literacy Basic’s. Let’s start the year building a strong foundation, building a strong understanding of investing principles to keep top of mind so you can make faster and better decisions. This is where most new investors go wrong, they foll(…)
Two Pillars Brewery
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Two Pillars Brewery
**Join Me for an Exciting Evening at Two Pillars Brewery!**
Hey there!
I’m planning a fun night out at **Two Pillars Brewery** this **Thursday evening**, and I’d love for you to join me! It’s the perfect chance to catch up, relax, and enjoy some great drinks in a fantastic atmosphere.
The most exciting thing? I see on their menu that they have a **BEER FLOAT!**
**It’s a Salted Belgian Candy Ice Cr(…)
YYC Silent Book Club – Saturday, January 25, 2:30-4:30 PM, Central Library
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Central Library
Welcome all regular and new members of our Silent Book Club to the first meeting for 2025! Please note that this meeting will be on Saturday this time because our usual space is not available on Sunday.
For first timers, the question might be: What is a Silent Book Club meeting? Well, you can introduce yourself, share a bit about your book if you wish and then read your own book for about an hour(…)
January 2025 Calgary Elixir Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: 339 8 Ave SW
Calling all Calgary Elixir Developers and FP Enthusiasts – the first Elixir Meetup of the year is here! Let’s get together for an evening of Elixir, pizza, and some great tech talks from members of our community!
There are 3 open slots for talks:
* 1 – Kacper Wardynski: Genetic Algorithms Part 2 – Concurrency for speed
* 2 – Jeff Clement: VS Code DevContainers and Elixir version management
* 3 -(…)
YYC Dev Social | Bring Your Laptop and Code
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub
Gather around at a table with your laptop and code away with friends. The host is Bottlescrew Bills, a pub with various international food, beverage, and dietary options for all the different types of hackers. There will be an area set aside for YYC Dev.
This is a recurring meetup on the first and third Tuesday of each month.
Minors (under 18) allowed until 9pm at the pub.
Join the #yycdev Slac(…)
Volunteer – Blood Donation
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Canadian Blood Services
Hey folks, we had to give up our two unbooked appointments.
Fret not, you can still make an appointment around 6pm on your own. Go to [https://www.blood.ca/en](https://www.blood.ca/en) and select the Calgary 9th ave clinic.
I have bumped waitlist folks to attend. Please make an appointment before showing up. Thanks!
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Alex and Jes regularly donate blood and would love (…)
Is The Bank & Baron Calgary’s Best Downtown Bar?
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Bank and Baron
Is The Bank & Baron Calgary’s Best Downtown Bar?
Tourism Calgary thinks it might be! 🥂 Let’s check it out and see if it’s totally tubular or just a bogus claim.
Best Downtown Bar is our rad new series where we cruise through Calgary’s downtown hotspots, as suggested by Tourism Calgary, to see if they’re worth the hype.
First up: The Bank & Baron—a killer spot in a retrofitted historic bank bui(…)
Cribbage and craft brews
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Bow River Brewing
Join us for an exciting evening of cribbage, community, and craft beer at our first event at Bow River Brewing!
When: January 22, 2025, starting at 5 PM
Where: Bow River Brewing, Calgary
Enjoy delicious pizza and Bow River Brewing’s excellent selection of craft beers while playing cribbage with friends old and new. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning the game, everyone is welcome t(…)
Pub Experience 11
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Regal Beagle
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Evening Urban Walk – Fish Creek Park Votiers Flats and beyond…
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Votier’s Flats – Fish Creek Provincial Park
What we’ll do:
This is an invitation to Slow and Steady members to join us on
5-7 km Thursday evening Fish Creek Walk. The walk will start at 6:00 to facilitate members after work transportation. We will wait up to 5 minutes at the meet up location in case you get stuck in traffic.
Please note that we all walk at different paces, however we strive to stay together and enjoy each others company. W(…)
ENGLISH Conversation for YYC ESL Learners
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Sunterra Keynote Market
BEGINNER and INTERMEDIATE LEVEL ESL Learners join us for an evening of inter-active ESL conversations.
The Meetup is on the top floor Cafeteria/Dining area of Sunterra Keynote Market, 200-12Ave SE, with access by stairs or elevator
LOOK FOR ESL SIGN ON THE TABLES.
PLEASE NOTE THE FRIDAY ESL MEETUP SHARES & ORGANIZES SOME OF THE EVENTS, LISTED BELOW, WITH OTHER MEETUPS & AT DIFFERENT VENUES:
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Wallyball*TRAIL *Tues $6 please note fee change
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Trail Courts Squash & Racquetball
The fee starting Jan 2025 is $6/person by cash (exact amount) or by etransfer to:
[email protected]
The courts are available at 6pm, arrive when you are able to between 5:45-6:15pm. Team count off at 6:30pm.
3-4 players per side. Help with setup is appreciated and needed in order to start event on time. If you can, please arrive early.
\*\*\*This is a scent free event…please do not wear pe(…)
Monday Bowling
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: The Banquet (University District)
Join us for a game of Bowling and a bite to eat!
This is at the Banquet-University District.
Bowling will be $7.00 per game.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Calgary is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Calgary on Visitcalgary.com, Avenuecalgary.com, or Todocanada.ca.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Calgary, Canada
Taylor Swift Rave @ Whiskey Rose Calgary
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Whiskey Rose
Dance to remixed Swiftie hits, epic lights, and non-stop energy. ✨ Sunglasses encouraged!!!
Advocis Calgary: Are you leaving money on the table?
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre
Why every financial advisor MUST have a succession plan.
Join us in Calgary with Pakistani Celebrity Fahad Mustafa
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: RAJVEER BANQUET HALL CALGARY
Get ready for an unforgettable evening with the Indus Development Foundation and help raise funds for healthcare for all!
SIN PAPELES – Comedia en Español – Calgary
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: La Bodeguita Stereo
¿DURO ser inmigrante, no? No son los únicos! Vénganse a reír de nuestra realidad como inmigrantes en Canadá y el mundo entero!
Samar: An Improvized Raqs Sharqi Experience
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: White Diamond Conference Center
Join us for a special night of live Arab music and bellydancing at Samar: An Improvized Raqs Sharqi Experience — dine, move and be moved!
Madison Violet in Calgary
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Southwood United Church
Get ready for an awesome night of live music with Madison Violet in Calgary – it’s gonna be lit!
Calgary Tech & Finance Networking Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: The Rooftop YYC
SUM OF FIVE | Calgary Tech & Finance Networking Event | Wednesday, Jan 22nd from 7:00pm-9:00pm
Ariana Grande Night @ Shuffle Club Calgary
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Shuffle Club
Sing & dance to Ariana Grande hits & baddie anthems all night! $5 drinks. Free RSVP before 9:30 PM. Fri Jan 24 @ Shuffle Club, Calgary!
Footloose the Musical
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Evan Hazell Theatre
Kick off your Sunday shoes with “Footloose the Musical” by 42nd Street Productions! Join us for an electrifying show you won’t want to miss!
New Year, New Network – Part 3!
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Calgary Petroleum Club, 5 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, Canada
Get ready to expand your network at the most vibrant in-person event, New Year, New Network!
Exclusive Event for South Asian Singles
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: National on 17th
JHey Calgary! Join us for a fun-filled event exclusively for professional South Asians to mingle, connect and have a great time together!
The Personal CFO – Solving The 4 Big Problems for Project Professionals
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Improving
Master your finances like your projects: plan, optimize taxes, stabilize portfolios, and get expert advice to secure your future.
Retro Arcade Social – A YYC Girls Night Event
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Hidden Spot Entertainment and Arcade Bar
Level up your January with YYC Girls Night at Hidden Spot with our Retro Arcade Social! Games, laughs, and good vibes—Girls Night style!
Calgary | Straight Speed Dating | Ages 27-36
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Courtyard
Kick swiping to the curb with Flare Events! Join us for a night of fun and excitement, and meet singles who are serious about dating.
NES Robert Burns 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Fairmont Palliser
Let’s celebrate the life and poetry of the great Scottish bard, Robbie Burns, in 2025 with a night of haggis, whisky, and traditional music!
January 25th 2:30pm Class
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Made by Marcus- Inglewood
Learn all about how we make our artisan ice cream from the man himself, Marcus! Make your own flavour and leave with 4 customized pints.
Chinook-Calgary January Technical Dinner Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: cSPACE Marda Loop
Alberta Energy Industry: What to Expect in Next 10 Years?
Cocktail 101 – Workshop Class at the Distillery – Jan. 25
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Confluence Distilling
A cocktail class that goes above and beyond! Tour the distillery, access premium spirits, drink cocktails and gain life-long skills.
Port & Pairings
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Market Wines- University District
Can you guess what pairs with Port?
M&A Club Calgary Meeting: January 22nd, 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Gowling WLG
Strategies, Tales & Hurtles of the Strategic Roll-up Approach by John Carvahlo
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Join Me at Art Gallery Annual Winter Exhibitions Reception Event
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
Hello Internations art connoisseurs. Check out the link below for the event details: https://eskerfoundation.com/exhibition-calendar/upcoming/
Parking
Complimentary parking, for 90 minutes, is available in our building’s underground parkade and the south surface parking lots, both are accessed at the rear of our building. After parking, please proceed directly to the gallery on the 4th floor to r