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.
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 Calgary, Canada. 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 Calgary
Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking Workshop
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: undefined
Join us at Speech Hub Toastmasters Club Sage Hill for a special event focused on public speaking mastery. In this workshop, we will dive deep into techniques to overcome fears and improve personal development through effective communication. Whether you are a seasoned Toastmaster or just starting your public speaking journey, this event is designed to help you enhance your skills and confidence on(…)
Make Friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Calgary (recurrent link & event)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: LOCAL Public Eatery 8th Avenue
**⚠️ Recurrent event ! We are approximately 30/50 people / event !**
**🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat to participate (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 e(…)
Pixels 15th Anniversary and Undie Drive
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub
**[Sponsored by Moby](https://getmoby.com/)!** We’ll be accepting donations for our annual Undie Drive:
* Socks
* Underwear
* Hygiene products
* Cash money
Get a drink ticket for your donation while supplies last!
**Agenda:**
5pm – Mingle and be merry;
7pm – Call for Talent (community announcements);
7:15pm – More mingling!
**Parking**
There is a paid parking lot on the NW corner of 1st Street(…)
Calgary Tech Talks – 3rd Edition
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 26th
◦ Where: Platform Innovation Centre
# 🎙️ **Calgary Tech Talks – 3rd Edition** 🎉
💡 **Where Calgary’s tech minds meet to inspire and innovate!**
After a brief hiatus last month, **Calgary Tech Talks** is back with an **innovative twist**! 🎉 This edition brings an exciting new way to experience the event while connecting with Calgary’s vibrant tech community. 🤝 Whether you’re a developer, designer, or tech enthusiast, this is the(…)
Data Projects with High Social Impact
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Wave Tech Center
Discover how data in the social sector stands apart from traditional business data and gain insights into the innovative analysis techniques employed by leading experts.
**🎤 Sam Elliott, Director of Data & Analytics @ Calgary Homeless Foundation**
**Title:** **Working with Data in the Social Sector**
**Description:** This talk will be about how the data within the social sector varies from trad(…)
Project-based Mini-Hackathon!
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ 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(…)
Creating Inclusive Experiences: Accessibility Guide for Android Apps | Calgary
◦ When: Friday, Nov 29th
◦ Where: Neo Financial Office
Hello Testers,
After the passionate response to one of our past offline events in other cities, we’re here to bring you all together in Calgary!
**Date: November 28, 2024**
**Time: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM MST**
**Venue: Neo Financial office, 200 8 Ave SW #400, Calgary, AB T2P 1B5**
**Creating Inclusive Experiences: A Guide to Accessibility in Android apps with Jetpack Compose**
Accessibility is esse(…)
2024-11: Parallel Python for Data Processing
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
Is your Python data processing feeling sluggish? Learn how to turbocharge it with parallel programming techniques! Presented by Nathan Bryans, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Coursera.
**Where**: Platform Calgary, East Annex
**When:** Wednesday, November 27th, at 5:30pm
**Parallel Python for Data Processing: Embracing the Embarrassingly Parallel**
This talk focuses on *embarrassingly paralle(…)
Microsoft Power Platform Enthusiasts of Calgary – Community Gathering
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Work Nicer Coworking | Rail Yards
Welcome, Visionaries and Innovators!
This will be the last event of 2024 for our community!
We’re thrilled to extend an invitation for you to join us at the forefront of Microsoft technological exploration. The Calgary Power Platform User Group is calling all developers, innovators, explorers, and pioneers to unite under a banner of creativity, passion and discovery.
Come and connect with us fo(…)
The Burnout Society, Byung-Chul Han: Endless Self Improvement
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Central Library
The Date is still for Saturday, November 30 from 1:00-2:30.
We will meet at the Central Library at room 3-20B. Note: due to the cyber attack, the libraries have moved to a drop-in model. We will meet at room 3-20B (I will get there early) but may need to adjust depending on availability. If we change rooms, I will message the group.
“Burnout is the disease of a society that believes in endless a(…)
Pub Experience 5
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Mugs Pub
#5
Located dangerously close to 17ave sw…..But not quite…
On 14st sw and 13ave…
Outta the high rent neighborhood!
In the sorta hight rent neighborhood
As usual….its buried away in a tiny strip mall just off 14st….
Dont park in the lot!
Its all 7/11 parking!!
Try the street….
Maybe….
Most of it is for the 1200 condos nearby….they all need to park on the street….
Anyway….
Lovely (…)
Women Dating over 50
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar – Eau Claire
We are looking forward to meeting you all at our first meeting!! There is ample parking. Please note the building is under repair, the coffee house is on the corner of Riverfront Avenue and 2nd St SW
you all at our first meeting
We are working at finding venues with a private room that can accommodate everyone. The venue may change in the future.(…)
Wallyball*TRAIL *Tues *join the waitlist to open 2 or 3 courts
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Trail Courts Squash & Racquetball
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 perfume or cologne
This is a fun event as we encourage rallies so more players get involved. We play mini(…)
Andrew’s early evening game
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Calgary Central Sportsplex unit 8 – 401 33rd St. NE Calgary, Alberta T2A 7R3 Canada
non contact scrimmage
bring a black and a white shirt for making teams ( no grey)
$15 can be paid cash or credit and debit can be paid at the desk
cancellations within 3 hours and no shows are expected to pay(…)
City Walk, Crescent Heights
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Memorial Drive stairs
We’ll walk around the area for a couple of hours. There are lots of options with trails, hills and yes stairs.(…)
Calgary English Conversation ESL Meetup Group for Intermediate.
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Central Library
**Please note: The Calgary Library’s online room reservation system is currently down, so the meeting room may be subject to change. If a change occurs, you will be notified at least 2 hours before the event.**
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 a(…)
The Calgary Libertarian Meetup Group Monthly Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: The Imperial Tap
**Every fourth Tuesday of the month!** These days we are meeting at… the Imperial Tap on 4th Ave (formerly Pig & Duke’s downtown location).
Maybe enjoy some pub food and/or a few drinks while you chat about libertarian stuff… or whatever!
We hope you’ll join us — the people are alright and the conversations are interesting!(…)
Parallel Python for Data Processing: Embracing the Embarrassingly Parallel
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
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Is your Python data processing feeling sluggish? Learn how to turbocharge it with parallel programming techniques! Presented by Nathan Bryans, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Coursera.
**Where**: Platform Calgary, East Annex
**When:** Wednesday, November 27th, at 5:30pm
**Parallel Python for Data Processing: Embracing the Embarrassingly Parallel**
This talk focuses on *embarrassing(…)
Calgary Cribbage at Evil Corp Brewing
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Evil Corporation
Do you dare to enter the lair of Evil Corp Brewing for a cribbage tournament of epic proportions? 😈
Join us for a night of cutthroat (but friendly) competition as we host a double-elimination cribbage tournament. Sharpen your pegs and strategize your discards, for only the most cunning will emerge victorious! 🏆
Whether you’re a seasoned cribbage shark or a newcomer eager to learn, all are welcom(…)
Mahjong on Monday – November 25
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 26th
◦ Where: Tsung Tsin Benevolent Association
Let’s get together and play (or learn to play) mahjong. Beginners are always welcome. Donations towards the cost of running the Meetup website will be appreciated.
All our mahjong games will be held at the Tsung Tsin Benevolent Association, in the heart of Chinatown. The venue has a small kitchen so feel free to bring snacks or drinks with you if you’d like.
We usually have at least 2 mahjong se(…)
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 Calgary, you can try out Visitcalgary.com, Avenuecalgary.com, or Todocanada.ca.
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Under $200 Art Show Calgary
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: 315 Manitou Rd SE
50 of the Under $100 Art Show’s TOP ARTISTS- ALL ORIGINALS- ALL UNDER $200!
Alberta Dance Theatre presents Gloom Town
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
A shadow moves. One child finds their destiny. Inspiring and imaginative family entertainment created by kids, for kids, with kids!
Calgary: Father Peter Hanna | و عَلَى الأرْضِ السَّلَامُ
◦ When: Friday, Nov 29th
◦ Where: St. Michael Catholic Community
فليكن الميلاد مميزاً و ذكرى لا تُنسى!
شاركونا في أمسية الترانيم الميلادية مع الأب بيتر حنا ، معاً لنشر السلام والفرح.
Calgary’s Hope in the City
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 26th
◦ Where: Calgary TELUS Convention Centre – Macleod Hall
Join The Salvation Army with special guest Ron MacLean for our Hope in the City luncheon in support of our Christmas Campaign in Calgary!
AUPE Local 45 Holiday Party
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre
The Holiday season is here! Please come out and join AUPE Local 045 members at this years Holiday Party
WickFest Opening Party Weekend 2 | Thurs Nov 28
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Ranchman’s Cookhouse & Dancehall
Get Ready for a Wild West Welcome! This Opening Party is for WickFest Weekend 2.
Chasing the Long Yellow Line Documentary Film – Private Screening
◦ When: Monday, Nov 25th
◦ Where: Plaza Theatre
An ultra-runner pushes the limits of human endurance in a 4500-mile trans-Canada run, attempting to break a three decades-old world record.
YWE Holiday Soiree
◦ When: Monday, Nov 25th
◦ Where: Bonterra Trattoria
Join us for a festive gathering to connect and reflect on the year’s successes while looking ahead to the new year!
Absolute Dance Inc. Presents The Nutcracker
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Glenmore Christian Academy, 24 Street Southwest, Calgary, AB, Canada
Get ready for a magical afternoon filled with enchanting dance performances at Absolute Dance Inc.’s presentation of The Nutcracker!
Facing Front Line Burnout
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: The Genesis Centre
Learn how to prevent burnout and prioritize self-care in your high-stress job at Facing Front Line Burnout!
Ramblers Choir featuring Scott Nolan, Joe Nolan, Scott Cook & Pamela Mae
◦ When: Friday, Nov 29th
◦ Where: Southwood United Church
Join us for Ramblers Choir ( Scott Nolan, Joe Nolan, Scott Cook, and Pamela Mae) on November 29th at 7:30 PM @ Southwood!
eXp Realty Calgary Alberta Holiday Party
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Polish Canadian Cultural Centre
Get ready to celebrate the holidays with eXp Realty Agent and Colleagues!
RANDY GALLANT NOVEMBER BUSINESS MIXER
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: NGON 17 Vietnamese Kitchen
RANDY GALLANT NOVEMBER BUSINESS MIXER
Girls’ Basketball
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: Akram Jomaa Islamic Centre
Girls’ Basketball Clinic
mddl School Calgary
◦ When: Friday, Nov 29th
◦ Where: YW Community Hub
Learn more about middle housing, connect with industry leaders, and become a part of the middle housing movement.
Chump to Champ 4, Simon House Calgary
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
◦ Where: 3130 Glenmore Ct SE
Helping raise funds for charities in Calgary and surrounding areas.
UCPBA Business talk from EDC, BDC, and Global Affairs Canada
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 26th
◦ Where: Danish Canadian Club
Come join us for a casual chat with representatives from EDC, BDC, and Global Affairs Canada to learn about business opportunities!
November Technical Talk – Unlocking the Power of AI in Everyday Business
◦ When: Monday, Nov 25th
◦ Where: Platform Calgary
Are you ready to revolutionize your business operations with the power of AI? Join us over lunch on November 25 for this Technical Talk…
Performing November 29:Stewart Huff
◦ When: Friday, Nov 29th
◦ Where: The Comedy Cave
Get ready for a hilarious night of comedy with the Stewart Huff!!
Mixology & Mingle Straight Speed-Dating Event | Ages 27-36
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 27th
◦ Where: Two Rivers Distillery
Kick swiping to the curb with Flare Events! Join as we explore the world of mixology and meet singles who are serious about dating.
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations Calgary November Event @ Jamesons on 17th!
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 28th
◦ Where: Jamesons Pub on 17th
Hey Everyone! Welcome back to one of our favourite places, Jamesons Pub on 17th Ave SW!
Always a great place to go, Jamesons on 17th is a popular, modern celtic themed pub that has been operating in Calgary for many years, and they are so happy to have us back! Good food, good brew, good times…
Connect with some old friends you either know or just haven’t met yet, and get a taste of life on