Let’s explore social events in Chandler, AZ 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 Chandler, Arizona. 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 Chandler
Saturday Board Games (Mox)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Mox Boarding House
Come join us for games and great food. Look for us in the tournament room first. (blue IKEA bags)
<< Arizona Board Games Meetup is transitioning to Discord and Facebook. Search for the group on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/244393316662095/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT ) and Join. For Discord copy the following link and paste it into the browser. ( https://discord.gg/69DjSkZ6Q9 ) Please(…)
Friday Happy Hour – Join Us and Connect! – Every Fourth Friday . . .
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Hundred Mile Brewing Company
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MELLOW – Hieroglyphic Trail
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Cottonwood Country Club off Riggs Road
Hieroglyphics Trail is an in/out, up/down trail into Gold Canyon in the Superstition Wilderness. It is an uphill grade that leads you to a boulder-filled canyon with occasional pools of water, and in the spring lots of wildflowers, before arriving at the petroglyphs. These are believed to have been created by the Hohokam Indians as long as 1500 years ago. This is a very rocky trail so polls are re(…)
Moderate: Massacre Falls
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Cottonwood – East of Tennis Courts
MODERATE: Massacre Grounds/Falls Trail in the Superstition Wilderness
Hike Co-leaders: Ron Deraas 701-263-5605, Joan Carlisle 254-931-2601
Date: December 23, 2024
Trailhead: Massacre Grounds/Falls Trail from Second Parking Lot on First Water Trail Road, just off of AZ88.
Description: Out and Back
This trail goes along the base of the Superstition Mountains to the East. We startfrom the second pa(…)
Ahwatukee Chamber Toastmasters
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Esperanza Lutheran Church
**Welcome to “the best hour of the week”!**
That’s how we refer to our weekly meetings. Fun? You bet! During a typical meeting, you’ll hear our laughter ringing down the hall. But we’re serious, too. With a membership of small business owners, entrepreneurs, self-motivated and self-driven over-achievers, we take individual and club success seriously.
That’s why in just four short years, we went (…)
Neighborhood Potluck!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Potluck House
We are hosting a potluck at the end of this month as a way to further our goal of fostering community, joy, and new connections. So what better way than through food!
For this potluck, we invite you to bring a dish or drink that absolutely warms your spirit. Something that is you. It can be holiday related or not. We will meet at 6 pm and start serving food at 6:30 pm.
Not only that, but in orde(…)
25-30s Social Sand Volleyball!!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Esteban Park
Come and join us for volleyball on the weekend before New Years! It’s a fun, friendly, and playfully competitive environment with few rules and socializing in between games.
We’ll get started setting up at 1pm but don’t worry if you can’t get there until later – we switch up teams throughout the afternoon so it’s easy to jump in – and we usually play for a few hours. It’s nice playing in the afte(…)
NICHEworking: Entrepreneur & Business (In-Person) Networking
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Rosita’s Fine Mexican Food
**NICHEworking Professional Networking Event: Where Opportunities Blossom**
🌟 **Event Overview:** Welcome to the NICHEworking Professional Networking Event, the ultimate gathering for ambitious entrepreneurs, innovative business owners, and dynamic career professionals. Hosted by The NICHEwork, this event is not just a meeting; it’s a catalyst for growth, collaboration, and unparalleled success.
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NICHEworking: Entrepreneur & Business (In-Person) Networking
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Rosita’s Fine Mexican Food
Elevate your entrepreneurial journey with NICHEworking – The Greater Phoenix Area’s premier in-person networking event! Hosted every Friday at 11 AM at the heart of Tempe at Rosita’s Fine Mexican Food, this is where growth-oriented professionals gather to share, collaborate, and expand their business horizons.
**Key Information:**
* **Event Name:** NICHEworking
* **Hosted by:** Nicole Banks, CEO (…)
Meet & Mingle at Snakes & Lattes!
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Snakes & Lattes Tempe
Join us at Snakes & Lattes for board games and fun! Held ever other Monday from 6pm – 10pm.
What to expect:
\- The biggest board game bar & restaurant in the city as your playground
\- Choose from hundreds of games with fun people and make new friends\!
\- $6 for unlimited gaming\!
\- Please note that this event is 18\+
Fun game teachers on hand to make the experience stress free and fun.(…)
Billy’s Board Game Night!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Bogeys Sports Bar & Grill
\*\*Always ignore the RSVP count and just show up! The bar advertises as well so they’ll most likely always be enough people. Head inside Bogeys to the Back 9 private room!
Who wants to play some board games and drink beer!?! Have you missed hanging out with with actual people? I do… lol
Once a week in Tempe I’m going to host a board game night at Bogeys! I’m working on Bogeys game wall so they(…)
Novel Workshop Lottery: Read drafts, critique (Morning)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: NEW LOCATION Jarrods
**IN-PERSON EVENT @ Jarrod’s New Location: 109 W University Dr. Mesa, AZ**
Welcome to our Saturday morning lottery event! We now run a lottery for participants via email. If it sounds complicated, worry not! All will be explained at the event. Just show up for your first time expecting to meet fellow writers and learn how our system works. Bring a pen too. If space permits, you’ll be able to offe(…)
Cash Flow Game 202 – Meet in Tempe
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: 2600 E Southern Ave suite i3
Hello everyone,
My name is Ken Chan. I am a serial entrepreneur and investor. I host an advanced Cash Flow 202 game at my Tempe office where I met with Wes, the event organizer in this group.
We host a weekly Cash Flow 202 Game and we would like to invite you to join us. Different than cash flow 101 game, we play 202 and people like yourself can apply the strategies in real life.
Imagine you le(…)
Free Support Group
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Sharon’s house
This is a Co-ed Group. Men and Women are welcome!
Two hour meetings, friends gather together to practice giving and receiving unconditional love while learning practical ways to improve all of our relationships. No prior experience or level of participation is necessary. If you are struggling and need support. We are here.
This is a drop in, no charge, no participation required experience. The hos(…)
Christmas Dinner at Pacific Seafood Buffet
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: Pacific Seafood Buffet
We are going to have a meal on Christmas at 3pm at Pacific Seafood Buffet in Chandler. We already have a reservation there .
If your plans change after you signed up for the dinner, please change your RSVP as soon as you can. I would prefer that we don’t have anyone on a waiting list.
As the name would suggest they have lots of seafood choices like salmon, shrimp and crab legs. They also have su(…)
NICHEworking: In Person Professional Networking Group
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Rosita’s Fine Mexican Food
**NICHEworking Professional Networking Event: Where Opportunities Blossom**
🌟 **Event Overview:** Welcome to the NICHEworking Professional Networking Event, the ultimate gathering for ambitious entrepreneurs, innovative business owners, and dynamic career professionals. Hosted by The NICHEwork, this event is not just a meeting; it’s a catalyst for growth, collaboration, and unparalleled success.
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The Alpha Cashflow Club Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: 2600 E Southern Ave suite i3
Ken has moved, join us at his new location.
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* Welcome to our cashflow group.
Not only are we are the best cashflow game in town, but the only cashflow club to have continued for over nine years on a consistent basis. We offer cashflow 101 and 202 games each week and take our members to new heights of expanding their financial learning every single game so that they take away a new understandin(…)
90s Trivia Night
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Native Grill & Wings – Ray Road
Join us for Game Nights trivia 90s edition at Native on Ray Road.(…)
SINGAPORE mahjong!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Linda’s house
Let’s play Singapore mahjong! Bring whatever you want to drink, and please note that I do have two doggos!(…)
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 Chandler, you can try out Visitchandler.com, Chandleraz.gov, or Downtownchandler.org.
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Illtronic Presents: MASSIVE – The Final Stand – Pre-NYE Mega Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Endgame Bar
Illtronic Presents: MASSIVE – The Final Stand – Pre-NYE Mega Party
St John the Evangelist 2024
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: 88 W Erie St
Come join Prometheus Lodge #87 and Chandler Thunderbird Lodge #15 for an evening of fellowship, education, and toasts!
14th Annual Padre Cup 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Marcos De Niza High School
The Padre Cup is an annual Marcos De Niza High School alumni soccer game, started in 2011, open to players who graduated between 1980-2024.
Punks Are Late To Everything Holiday Party!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: SanTan Gardens
Join us for the “Punks Are Late to Everything” Holiday Party on December 27th at SanTan Gardens!
Phoenix Crafternoon & Cinema Christmas Event
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Tempe Public Library (Ironwood Classroom)
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of crafting and cinema in Phoenix, AZ. Meet local artists, perfect your craft, and enjoy classics!
the DIAMOND Winterfest Fashion Show For A Cause
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Chandler Public Library – Downtown
Get ready for the glitz and glam of the DIAMOND Winterfest Fashion Show For A Cause – a night of style, charity, and fun!
International coffee tasting
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Infusion Coffee & Tea
Join us for a global coffee adventure at the “International coffee tasting” event on December 28, 2024, at 8:00 PM!
The Survival Ball: A Grown & Fly Affair
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Ainsworth
Experience a vibe the valley has never seen with culture unmatched! SCC always provides a safe space to connect, dance, share time & space!
DJ 4B – Bobby McKeon Dec 27 – Sunbar Tempe Tickets
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Sunbar Tempe
Come party with DJ 4B aka Bobby McKeon at Sunbar Tempe on Dec 27 – get your tickets now!
Slushii Dec 28 – Sunbar Tempe Tickets
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Sunbar Tempe
Come join us at Sunbar Tempe on Dec 28 for an epic night with Slushii! Grab your tickets now before they sell out!
STEEZE SATURDAY’S
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Flavor Eatery and Lounge
Get ready to dance, vibe, and party the night away at Flavor the new home of FTCAZ for Saturday nights .
Moon Over the Pines – Paint and Sip by Classpop!™
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Pinot’s Palette Gilbert
Imaginative, relaxing paint and sip led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice your painting skills in a fun, social setting.Join Classpop! for “Moon Over the Pines” with Gilbert Studio and explore captivating mediums, brushstroke techniques and more in a paint and sip class that is ideal for beginners, experienced painters and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy crea
Winter Sunset – Paint and Sip by Classpop!™
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: Pinot’s Palette Gilbert
Imaginative, relaxing paint and sip led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice your painting skills in a fun, social setting.Join Classpop! for “Winter Sunset” with Gilbert Studio and explore captivating mediums, brushstroke techniques and more in a paint and sip class that is ideal for beginners, experienced painters and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy creating a
Prismatic Snowfall – Paint and Sip by Classpop!™
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Pinot’s Palette Gilbert
Imaginative, relaxing paint and sip led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice your painting skills in a fun, social setting.Join Classpop! for “Prismatic Snowfall” with Gilbert Studio and explore captivating mediums, brushstroke techniques and more in a paint and sip class that is ideal for beginners, experienced painters and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy creat
Three Wise Penguins – Paint and Sip by Classpop!™
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Pinot’s Palette Gilbert
Imaginative, relaxing paint and sip led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice your painting skills in a fun, social setting.Join Classpop! for “Three Wise Penguins” with Gilbert Studio and explore captivating mediums, brushstroke techniques and more in a paint and sip class that is ideal for beginners, experienced painters and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy crea
Chris Bowen Vibes+Herb N’ Life+Dobra Sound+Howard Til Midnight+Ha’agana
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Last Exit Live
VIBES ALIVE RADIO SHOW PRESENTS “Holiday Vibes” featuring Chris Bowen Vibes+Herb N’ Life+Dobra Sound+Howard Til Midnight+Ha’agana
Snowy Stargazing – Paint and Sip by Classpop!™
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Pinot’s Palette Gilbert
Imaginative, relaxing paint and sip led by a talented painting instructor through Classpop! Learn and practice your painting skills in a fun, social setting.Join Classpop! for “Snowy Stargazing” with Gilbert Studio and explore captivating mediums, brushstroke techniques and more in a paint and sip class that is ideal for beginners, experienced painters and everyone in between. You’ll enjoy creatin
Infusion Coffee and Tea: International Coffee Tasting and Brew Class
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Infusion Coffee & Tea
Experience how specialty coffee shops worldwide taste coffee. Try coffees exported from around the world and roasted in house!
Cosmic Womb : 101
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: The healing chamber llc
Join Jazmine Lee for Cosmic Womb: 101 every 2nd & 4th Thursday! Explore sacred feminine wisdom, healing, and cosmic creation.
Your Unique Blueprint: Human Design Deep Dives
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: The healing chamber llc
Explore Your Unique Blueprint through Human Design Deep Dives! Join us every 4th Friday to uncover your authentic self & true potential.