Let’s explore social events in Cardiff, Wales 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 Cardiff where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Cardiff
Movie @ Cineworld
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Cineworld Cardiff
These Saturday meet-up events are held for those who cannot make it to Cardiff midweek. They follow the same format of a film and a visit to a pub/restaurant afterwards for food/drinks and to discuss the film.
We will start meeting up by the snack bar on the first floor half an hour before showtime.
A link to the Cineworld Cardiff showtimes will be posted in the comments after the weekend showti(…)
Latte Lounge January 2025 – informal AI drop-in session
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Da
DON’T RSVP HERE – \*\* [Use this signup link](https://lu.ma/lxt1rydd) \*\*
We’ve teamed-up again with the good folk at Explore.AI to host our next Latte Lounge, a casual AI drop-in session Friday 24 January, between 11:00 and 14:00.
**What is it?**
A chance to chat with other AI enthusiasts, business owners, and workers about anything to do with AI generally, or your challenges specifically.
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Japanese conversation session 日英カジュアルな交流会
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Zero Degrees
Join us to chat in Japanese – all levels are welcome.
日本語と英語を話しましょう。
(Optional) homework:
Write a story about your real life experience and present it at the meet up. Bonus points for introducing the group to any new/interesting grammar or vocab you’ve learned in the process.
There is nothing you need to do or bring to the meet up(pen and some sort of notebook might be handy to write down anythi(…)
Monthly social – January 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Porter’s
Hello! Happy new year (is it too late to say that?). This is our first regular social of the year. Come along and meet some like-minded people for some chat about your favourite games, nerd-related things and other nonsense.
We will be meeting at Porter’s bar in Cardiff. It is on Barrack Lane not at their old venue on Harlech Court.
P. S. Contrary to the banner picture, it is not all terrible do(…)
Drawing in the museum at Cardiff
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: National Museum Cardiff
We are a mixed ability group who meet in the museum with out materials to draw and chat. Some meet in the cafe inside the entrance and some draw around the museum and galleries. We meet back in the cafe at 12.30 to share our work and conversation. Use dry materials around the museum but you can paint in the cafe.(…)
Cardiff Meditation Meetings
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: 43 Charles St
Hello and welcome.
Join us in person for our friendly and free meditation meetings in Cardiff Quaker Meeting House from Tuesday 27th February 2024.
**Tuesday evenings from 8pm to 9.30pm**
Venue:
**Cardiff Quaker Meeting House**
**43 Charles Street**
**Cardiff, CF10 2GB**
The method of meditation you’ll be experiencing is called Sahaja Yoga. During these sessions we’ll show you a gentle, natural (…)
Speed Dating Cardiff, ages 40-60 (guideline only)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Heidis Bier Bar Cardiff
As we all know cities are a tough place to meet new people, we look to make it a whole lot easier. Enjoy a great night out with MySpeedDate!
**All tickets must be purchased in advance using the link below,**
**[SEE AVAILABILITY AND BOOK HERE](https://www.myspeeddate.co.uk/event_details.php?event=1864)**
This is our classic Speed Dating event, where you will have up to 20 dates each lasting 4-5 (…)
Weekly French conversation group – Angel Hotel
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Angel Hotel (lobby)
Bonjour!
Please note the new venue of The Angel Hotel on Castle Street (right where it intersects with Westgate Street).
This is Cardiff French Language Meetup’s weekly casual drop-in. All levels and backgrounds welcome!
**Please ensure you have read the information on the main group page, as the weekly event pages are not always up to date. Our WhatsApp group is the best way to find out what i(…)
Free Vinyasa Yoga Class
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Red Dragon Centre
Free vinyasa yoga class working on balance, flexibility and strength.
Vinyasa means movement with the breath.
Mats and free parking available.(…)
FINDING PURPOSE with Gelong Thubten
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Samye Foundation Wales
Talks on how to discover and strengthen our inner spiritual purpose.
We often struggle to meditate every day. Our lives are so busy and there never seems to be enough time, but there are methods we can use to transform our attitude towards our meditation practice. Then we can always find the time and energy to meditate.
These talks will provide useful instructions from the Tibetan Buddhist **’ngon(…)
Sound Bathing sessions with Simon
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for a relaxing sound bathing session with traditional sound bowls. Experience the soothing vibrations that promotes peace and tranquillity. Refreshments are available in our beautiful Tibetan Tea room.
We have 3 dates available each with 2 sessions:
Friday 24th January 2025 6-7pm (fully booked) OR 7:30-8:30pm (a few spaces left)
Friday 21st February 2025 6-7pm OR 7:30-8:30pm
Friday 21st M(…)
Cardiff; Sacred Feminine: Womens Support Circle
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: undefined
‘The true feminine brings a deep wisdom rooted in trusting one’s intuition and heart. It is a passionate, creative, and life-giving force. The true feminine supports deep heartfelt nurturing of all creation and the passing along of traditions from one generation to the next.’
Our Sacred Womens Circle meets to create a space to Be, a space to breathe, a space to do meditation, shamanic journeying,(…)
Wednesday evening CHENREZIG PUJA
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Samye Foundation Wales Mindfulness & Wellbeing Centre
Join us for this Tibetan Buddhist Meditation on Universal Compassion. Led by Anthony.
All welcome.(…)
GURU RINPOCHE (KONCHO CHIDU) PUJA
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: 248 Cowbridge Rd E
Guru Rinpoche puja will be chanted in Tibetan and you can follow the phonetics to chant the puja. The puja will take place in our Tibetan Buddhist Shrine room at Kagty Samye Dzong Tibetan Buddhist Centre for World Peace and Health.
This practise is known for removing obstacles in our lives.(…)
BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: BrewDog Cardiff
**BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz**
Tuesdays 7pm start
£2 entry on arrival
Hosted by Emma
Join us every Tuesday night at 7pm for the BrewDog Cardiff Pub Quiz!
We highly recommend booking your table with the bar in advance:
[www.brewdog.com/uk/brewdog-cardiff](www.brewdog.com/uk/brewdog-cardiff)
Entry: £2 pp on arrival, cash or QR code available
Follow @compleatquiz on X for Quiz Jackpot clues!
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Comedy Shed
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Riverfront Theatre
Come and enjoy some excellent comedy in the centre of Newport. 2 comedians plus compere every month.
meet in the foyer bar at 7.15, ready to go into the Studio at 7.45. no allocated seats so we can sit together.
Get your tickets £15 here: https://newportlive.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173648785(…)
Bouldering at Flashpoint
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Flashpoint Cardiff
Casual wednesday evening bouldering at Flashpoint. Friends/partners/family/everyone invited.(…)
Free Vinyasa Lunchtime Flow
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Red Dragon Centre
Free 30 minute vinyasa flow class
Free vinyasa yoga class working on balance, flexibility and strength.
Vinyasa means movement with the breath.
Mats and free parking available.(…)
Biodanza Cardiff Beginners Weekly Group ; Every Thursday 7-9pm
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: St. Peter’s Community Hall and Gardens
You are welcome!
If you would like to join us please contact Antoinette Lorraine : 07784787635 or email [email protected]. or just turn up!
There is an introductory price of £5 for new people.!
Come if you like to move ! or if you feel inhibited but you would really like to move!
Come if you want to be in the company of people who will not judge you but reinforce and encourage you
C(…)
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 Cardiff, you can try out Skiddle.com, Inyourpocket.com, or List.co.uk.
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BONKERS BINGO BONANZA
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Cogan Coronation Club & Institute
THE ULTIMATE PARTY NIGHT WITH MASSES OF CONFETTI, SINGALONGS, THE CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES
ALL NIGHT LONG AND A HOST GUIDING THE MAYHEM!
Ed & Taylor | The Tribute Tour Of The Year | Weston-Super-Mare
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Grand Pier
A tribute to the two biggest stars in global music set in the stunning setting of Weston-Super-Mare’s Grand Pier
CARDIFF – Glitterbomb presents LEMON (ages 14+)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: The Glee Club Cardiff
CARDIFF – Glitterbomb presents LEMON (ages 14+)
Supper Club @ the giggling squid, Cardiff
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Giggling Squid – Cardiff St David’s
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Gutter Press Presents: Jupe in the Flesh- the new EP from Papa Jupe’s T.C.
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: City Arms
Redemption has come. For you, view with pleasure Jupe in the Flesh
Training Day – Step by Step Guide to write a Data Strategy
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Cardiff City Stadium
Learn how to create a data strategy from scratch at our “Training Day” event on Thursday, January 23rd at 10:00 AM at Cardiff City Stadium
Art History Talk – William Burges
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Penarth Pier Pavilion
William Burges – Art History’s Greatest Hedonist?
D&D at Fonmon Castle 25/01/2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Fonmon Castle
Join Emrys Entertainments for another thrilling round of Dungeons & Dragons at Fonmon Castle – epic adventure awaits! 18+ Adults only.
Evening with Petra Wiltshire and Claire Sharpe
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Bike Lock Ltd
School of Rocks Cardiff invites you to an evening with two female mountain biking heroes! World Champ Petra Wiltshire and local hero Claire
Foundations in Cancer Care Course (Hybrid)
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Communal Hwb, Noddfa Building, Velindre Cancer Centre
An overall introduction to cancer care and an insight in to how cancer affects those living with the disease and beyond.
CIOB Tomorrow’s Leaders January Blues “Uncommon Coffee Morning”
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery
Informal networking event for construction professionals
Old Skool Bingo Cardiff
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Walkabout – Cardiff
WHERE THE PARTY AT?!!! Cardiff here we come
Cymorth Cyntaf Iechyd Meddwl / Mental Health First Aid
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: 1 Cathedral Rd
Cymorth Cyntaf Iechyd Meddwl – cwrs 2 ddiwrnod/ Mental Health First Aid is a 2 day course
Sketching/Drawing People | The Basics
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Insole Court
Join me for a one-off, 2 hour long workshop aimed at teaching the process of sketching people/figures for beginners
Creative Cardiff Classroom with Tiffany Murray (Writing fiction)
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Tramshed Tech
Writing Fiction workshop
Alignment in Aquarius: Cacao Ceremony & Kaleidoscopic Sound Bath
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Ardour Academy
Join us for a magical night of alignment, where sound and light come together to create a truly unforgettable experience in Aquarius.
Winter Wellness Workshop – Yoga and Sound Therapy
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Ninja Dragons Martial Arts Academy
Join us for a cozy evening of yoga and sound therapy to relax and rejuvenate during the chilly winter season!
Opera Night
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Stefano’s Italian Restaurant
To celebrate Santes Dwynwen at Stefano’s Restaurant!
WRU Full Game Level 1 (Dragons Region)
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Risca Rugby Football Club
Dates & Times:
20 Jan 2025 18:00 – 21:00, 22 Jan 2025 18:00 – 21:00, 26 Jan 2025 09:00 – 16:00
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Inspiraology Hypnotherapy Training (IHT) Cardiff
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 22nd
Let’s connect … and have fun! I’m looking forward to meeting you. This is a professional 10 month course leading to level 4 in Clinical Hypnotherapy.