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
Happy Hour & Dinner at Floridino’s Chandler 🍕😋
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta
Let’s enjoy happy hour and dinner at Floridino’s in Chandler. Home of the pizza muffins, this place offers a good happy hour, which includes $4 house wines, $5 sangria, $8 cocktails, and $2 off beers (Thursday’s special is $3 can beer all day). Happy hour ends at 6 pm.
Link for website, with menu: [https://floridinos.net/menu](https://floridinos.net/menu)
Please be sure to keep those RSVPs updat(…)
Jingle All The Way Holiday Bike: Tempe Town Lake
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 100 Mile Brewery
**It’s our ANNUAL Jingle All The Way HOLIDAY ride!!! DRESS FESTIVE and trick out your bike with Holiday decorations.**
**11 am – Come and make some new bike friends!**
**MEET:** 100 Mile Brewery
[690 N Scottsdale Rd Tempe, AZ 85281](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Hundred+Mile+Brewing+Company/@33.4350981,-111.9286119,17z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x872b0918eaf0ce93:0xcca00e16a02dd3a4!2s690+N+Scottsd(…)
Euchre at Cogburns, 110 S. Val Vista Dr, Gilbert (corner of Elliot and Val Vista
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: undefined
Experienced euchre players only. $5 to play. We will play 5 games and the top 8 scores will move to a playoff. Stick the dealer and no extra points for loners. We also will continue with the four 9’s, which is an extra $1, but completely voluntary if you wish. If you know that you are not going to make it please change your rsvp to NO by noon so someone from the waitlist may join.
Come and eat be(…)
Champagne & Caviar is going to Zoolights! Read entire description of event!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Phoenix ZooLights
Come join us for a stroll around the zoo to see the famous Zoolights! We will be meeting beforehand at Lou’s for an early dinner. Once the sun goes down it can get a little cold, so come prepared!
Here is the link to buy your ticket. Please let me know in the comments that you have purchased it! https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/zoolights/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAudG5BhAREiwAWMlSjEqCWixfnVZDc8(…)
Dave and Busters at Tempe Marketplace
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Dave & Buster’s Tempe
D&B is on the north side of Tempe Marketplace across from Lucille’s BBQ. We’ll meet in front of the main entrance at 6, then sit down and eat before heading to the gaming floor. They have half price gaming on Wednesdays.(…)
December Monthly Meeting – Sun Lakes Hiking Club
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Cottonwood Country Club off Riggs Road
This is the first regular club meeting for the 2024 – 2025 hiking season. We have a lot of new members in the hiking club this season and we look forward to seeing you there!
**Featured Speaker:**
For our first meeting our featured speaker is **Mike Josephson.** This is great timing as Mike is going to talk to us and provide a demonstration on getting outfitted for hiking as well as prioritizing (…)
December 2024 Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: HeatSync Labs
**Reverse Engineering Basics** (75 min)
We’ll go over the basics of reverse engineering starting with what it is and why the activity is so important.
We’ll cover the reverse engineering mindset, executable formats, tools (we’ll mostly use Ghirda [https://ghidra-sre.org/](https://ghidra-sre.org/), but touch on IDAPro, and ImHex) of the trade, we’ll touch on reverse engineering techniques for embe(…)
The Return of 25-30s Social Sand Volleyball!!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Kleinman Park
Come and join us for volleyball Thursday evenings! It’s a fun, friendly, and playfully competitive environment with few rules and socializing in between games. Open invite to those in the group and their +1s but be sure to rsvp if you’re coming so we can keep track of numbers and make sure we don’t go more than around 6 players per team!
We’ll get started setting up at 6:20 pm but don’t worry if (…)
EVSec CitySec Meet-up: Security & Beer
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Beer Research Institute
Do you work in the IT Industry and harbor a great interest and passion for Information Security? Are you interested in learning more about Network Security, System hardening, Penetration Testing, Application Security, or any related topic? Are you currently working in the Information Security sector, or have in the past, and are wanting to connect with other individuals who share your love for the(…)
Saturday Board Games (Mox)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ 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(…)
MODERATE: Kiwanis, Pyramid, National, Ranger, and Las Lomitas
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: Cottonwood Country Club off Riggs Road
MODERATE: Kiwanis, Pyramid, National, Ranger, and Las Lomitas
Hike leader: Paul Feeney (480-843-9547)
Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
Trailhead: Kiwanis Trailhead
Description: Loop with spur
The Kiwanis trail in South Mountain Park climbs from the Kiwanis trailhead up to Telegraph Pass. It is a steady uphill, with many nice built-in stairs. Beyond the road, the trail leads uphill to the observation(…)
Music Bingo and Irish Food
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Fibber Magees
We are going to play Music Bingo and enjoy Irish Food at Fibber Magees on Wednesday December 4th at 630 pm
This is how it works: Everyone has bingo cards with song titles. When the DJ plays a song on your card , you fill that space.
Everyone has their own card so everyone has a chance to win. And we all help each other with songs because we don’t know everything. So its a fun night filled with m(…)
Life Drawing Open Studio
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Mesa Community College
This is our last event for the semester. We will begin again in the Spring.
Bring your preferred drawing or odorless painting materials and let your imagination flow. This week’s model is Lauren. As you sketch, indulge in complimentary snacks and drinks all for only $6, (Free for current faculty/students) payable to the host/organizer on the day of the event. Exact change is appreciated. Don’t mi(…)
Tempe Library Improv Club
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Tempe Public Library
Improv comedy is a theater style where an actor creates their actions in real time as they are doing them. Get more comfortable on-stage, boost your confidence, harness your public speaking skills, and alleviate stress while you do it. Guided by members of the MainStage cast at Bridge Improv Theater, the Tempe Library Improv Club is a great place to make new friends, have a few laughs, and redisco(…)
Dinner at Lou’s Grill before Zoolights!
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Lou’s bar and Grill Papago
For those of you who want to grab a bite before Zoolights, we wil meet at Lou’s for an early dinner!(…)
AZ Bitcoiners Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Social Hall
Join us for an exciting meetup where “**Traditional Finance Meets Bitcoin**”!
Dive into the evolving intersection of traditional finance and Bitcoin as ***Charlie*** from ***AZ Bitcoin Network*** shares his insights on how these two worlds are converging!
This event is an opportunity to explore the future of money and the role of ***Bitcoin*** in the financial landscape
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We’re excited to(…)
STOIC STUDY GROUP – Ongoing
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: 1831 E Concorda Dr
We are reading Meditations Marcus Aurelius Gregory Hays translation 2003 The Modern Library edition (it has a red crow and white feather on the paperback cover). Reading assignment for this session will be **the introduction**, **and…Read Book One**
–**Homework:** In Book One, Marcus lists 17 ‘folks’ and what he learned from them (or was grateful for, etc.). Please make a list of at least 5 peopl(…)
Tuesday Night Games at the Silver Key Lounge💃
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: The Silver Key Lounge
Arizona Board Games is now hosting Tuesday Night Games at the Silver Key Lounge.
<< 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 use Facebook or (…)
Ahwatukee Chamber Toastmasters
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ 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 (…)
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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Wrapped in His Love | Women’s Christmas Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: 3520 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ, USA
Join us on December 6 at 7:00 PM for worship, a message by Pastor Holly, and waffles and ice cream. Come and be wrapped in His love.
2024 Troon Access GL Championship Presented by GolfNow
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: 1415 N Mill Ave
High Stakes Par 3 Golf. 2-person teams compete for Grass League Franchises in a 36 hole scramble tournament under the lights.
ALL BLACK AFFAIR W/ Lil Vada
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Snkrheadz Restaurant and Lounge
Get ready to turn heads in your best all-black outfit and vibe with Lil Vada at the hottest party in town!
Jacob’s Hope 3rd Annual Cookies and Cocoa with Santa
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Jacob’s Hope
Celebrate the season with cookies, cocoa, and crafts! Join us for family fun, photos with Santa, and holiday treats at Jacob’s Hope!
Dec 7th Miriah Avila performing Live w/ Pepe Marquez at Cactus Jacks!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Cactus Jack’s Bar & Grill
Sat. Dec. 7th as Miriah Avila performing Live w/ Special Guest The Nandos & Pepe Marquez !! $25 & $30 at the door. Show starts at 9pm!
Gala Organ Christmas Concert
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Music Building
Celebrate the beautiful music of Christmas
Travesuras Reggaeton Experience Holiday Party @ Tempe, Arizona
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Darkstar
Join us on Friday December 6th for our Holiday Party with the best reggaeton experience @ Darkstar Theatre in Tempe AZ! 21+
Festival Of Miracles
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: 450 S Hamilton St
Join us for Festival of Miracles Conference
WealthWise Women: Building Assets and Legacy through Entrepreneurship
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Kiln
This Month: Innovative Digital Marketing Strategies for Business Growth
USA Dance Co Presents “All I Want For Christmas” Performance
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Silver Star Theater
Come join USA Dance Co with a special performance of “All I Want For Christmas.”
Christmas Dance Recital
10th Annual Holiday Extravaganza with WheelWright & Friends!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: SanTan Gardens
SANTAN GARDENS PRESENTS: THE 10TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA WITH WHEELWRIGHT & HIS GANG OF GOOD TIMIN BUDDIES!
Scottsdale Holiday Cocktail Fest – Tastings Included!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Wasted Grain
Tix include a dozen holiday cocktail tastings at Old Town’s #1 party spot! We will have a variety of seasonal cocktails available to taste!
GUILTY PLEASURES: SATISFY
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Darkstar
Next up on our Guilty Pleasures event series, we have SATISFY, where your favorite local bass music producers lay down some house music!
Jingle Bars: Holiday Bar Crawl
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: B.R.I. Taproom & Arcade
Get ready to jingle all the way through town on our Holiday Bar Crawl – it’s gonna be lit!
Good People Tempe 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU
Innovation and Transformation Retreat
Meet It Works! Arizona
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Fuse Flex Space
If you are an active IT WORKS! distributor purchase your ticket. All guests considering the opportunity are FREE with guest registration.
Developing Your Marketing Road Map
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Small Giants
Taught by Danielle Feroleto, Small Giants
Los Diablos 17th Annual Sam Ramirez Legacy Golf Tournament
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Papago Golf Club
The Los Diablos golf tournament is an annual tradition, supporting ASU Latino students through fundraising for the Los Diablos scholarships.
Bone Haus Brewing Beer Dinner hosted by Spokes On Southern
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Spokes On Southern
Four Courses with a custom-paired menu.
AZ TAMASHA NIGHTS- BOLLYWOOD SATURDAY FT. DJ BROWNY @CLUB BY FLAVOR
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 404 S Mill Ave
Join us for AZ’s #1 Bollywood party ft. DJ Browny, at the new party spot of Mill Ave, Club by Flavor!