Let’s explore social events in Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Cleveland
Yap & Thrift 20s/30s @ Funky Flea (Good Night John Boy)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: Good Night John Boy
Yap and thrift with us at the Funky Flea market presented by Good Night John Boy. Loads of local vendors a(…)
LET’S MEETUP AT THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: The Cleveland Museum of Art
Let’s visit the world renown Cleveland Museum of Art where we can sip coffee and sample food items in addition to strolling through the galleries and various exhibitions.
There is a museum gift shop where we might want to browse through for extraordinary gifts.(…)
ClePy & CLE PyLadies Collaboration: Self-Hosting LLMs
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 11th
◦ Where: The Happy Dog
Back at it for the LLM workshop series collab with Cleveland PyLadies. This time we will be talking about how to run LLMs locally on your own machine.
We will go over the benefits of running LLMs locally, system requirements, different methods of running LLMs locally, and go through an example of installing Ollama and downloading and running a small LLM on a machine.
Bring your laptops if you’d l(…)
Georgia On My Mind – Okefenokee Swamp camping and day kayaking
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: undefined
Update 2/20:
By now, you should have called Griffis Fish Camp to make your camping reservation. Here are the reserved sites confirmed yesterday:
| me | | 2 |
| — | — | — |
| Karen H | | 1A |
| Jim Beuoy | 1B |
| Bob | | 5 |
| Erin | | 5 |
| Sharon | | 12 |
| Joanne | | 13 |
| Lauren | | 13 |
Check in any time; check out: 1pm
Proposed plan: (all optional)
Arrival on Saturday, set up camp. (…)
AI Woodstock – CLE Launch Party
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Saucy Brew Works
Launching the environment for CLE AI enthusiasts to
**“calibrate the moment” of the Cleveland AI landscape**
by talking to each other.
The goal: **Attract, Grow & Retain AI-savvy talent in the CLE.**
Share on the hashtag: ***#AIWoodstockCLE***(…)
Trivia at Great Lakes Brewery
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Great Lakes Brewery
Join us at the Great Lakes Brewery brewpub Thursday from 645 to 9PM for Last Call Trivia. Teams of up to six can compete for prizes and enjoy food and drink specials.
We usually have at least 16 people signed up between two Meetup groups Hope to see you there.(…)
Fish Fry #3
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: St Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic
Saint Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral
2024 Lenten Fish Fry
FISH FRY
5720 State Road / Parma, OH / 440-886-2108
Fridays: March 7th – April
4:00 – 7:00 pm
All meals include: coleslaw or applesauce, roll, bakery, coffee or soft drink
Fried Cod Dinner $16.00 Includes two 4 oz pieces of fried cod and your choice of one of the following: 3 pierogies, 2 potato pancakes, cabbage and noodles
or frenc(…)
Anora/Stone Made
◦ When: Monday, Mar 10th
◦ Where: Capitol Theatre
Academy award winner for best picture
A young escort from Brooklyn meets and impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairy tale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.
The Capital Theater is at 1390 W 65th St., Cleveland
We will head down the street to Stone Made after the movie. Stone Mad is at 1306 W. 65th St.
F(…)
St. Patty’s Day bingo at the Winchester
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: The Winchester
let’s play some bingo and drink green beer. It’s free to play and the prizes are awesome. It is limited seating because it gets packed.(…)
St. John Bosco Fish Fry
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: St John Bosco Church
***This is one of the very best around and very popular!*** Catered by Bruno’s Ristorante and serviced by many volunteers, their Fish Fry Dinners are served in the SJB Bell Tower on select Fridays in Lent.
* ***Please be on time,*** ***we have to check in together to get a table together,*** you pay at the door. ***Cash or Check only***, no credit cards. Prices are still $16 to $18, Seniors 65+ g(…)
Adapted Tai Chi For Balance – Parma, OH
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Parma- Snow Public Library
Beginner Friendly Tai Chi For Balance
I will guide you through movements that have been adapted to support balance. This can be balance of the body and/or of the mind For anti-anxiety, stress, relief, and inner peace.
This practice will also include meditation to welcome a sense of calm and overall relaxation.
**The class is supportive of those working to gain stability and/or physical balance,(…)
Soccer Wednesday nights pick up
$8. Have to pay before the Game start
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Force Sports in Rocky River
BRING WHITE AND DARK JERSEY!
Pay cashpp:$8 or cash $8
https://cash.app/$soccergame2023
AS A GROUP WE WILL NOT TOLERATE INTENTIONAL PHYSICAL FOULS AND/OR VERBAL ABUSE
Attention, everyone! To tackle the issue of unpaid fees, we have implemented new rules. Starting now, all participants must submit payment for the game by 1:00 p.m. on the day prior. Kindly make the payment via Cash App. Thank you!(…)
Open Cleveland’s Regular Meetup/Hack Night
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Cleveland Estabrook Recreation
Featured Presentation: TBD
RTA released an API of vehicles’ real-time locations! Interested to delve more into the data and using RTA’s data to improve service and make it easier for fellow Clevelanders to use the RTA, analyze RTA buses if they arrive on schedule, measure coverage and frequency, or any other ideas with the data?
(see https://github.com/luqmaan/awesome-transit for some ideas).
W(…)
BLACK BAG
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Cedar Lee Theatre
BLACK BAG is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or his country. Cast:Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Regé-Jean Page.
Director:Steven Soderbergh
Genre: Spy, Thriller
Meet afterwards to discuss film at New Heights Grill.
HE(…)
Play Bridge / Learn Bridge — new day: Thursdays
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Independence Civic Center
Every Thursday at 6:30
at the Independence Civic Center Atrium (behind the library)
If you’ve never played before, that’s ok. We’ll teach you, but there are 2 requirements:
1. You need a solid understanding of at least 1 other trick-taking game (pinochle, euchre, hearts, spades…)
2. You need to show up consistently. If you come this week and 2 weeks later and 4 weeks after that, you’ll never g(…)
SAHAJA YOGA – MEDITATION CLASS – FULTON LIBRARY
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Cleveland Public Library – Fulton Branch
Please join us for FREE weekly Sahaja Meditation classes, in person, at the Meeting Room in the Fulton Branch of the Cleveland Public Library, every Saturday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
We will learn a practical and simple meditation technique practiced by thousands of people worldwide which helps each individual achieve balance, peace, and self-empowerment.
We look forward to seeing you soon!(…)
Scrabble at Denny’s
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Denny’s Restaurant
Back at our new home, Denny’s on 150th, for another evening of dinner and Scrabble. Bring your board if you have one, just in case we have a crowd. Invite your friends or neighbors to join us too.
REMINDER: This group is all about relaxing and enjoying our favorite word game. We follow most conventions as written by Hasbro/Parker Bros. but play “open book” Scrabble without timers. We even have cl(…)
Open Standards for AI BOT Integration
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: undefined
We have been developing some approaches for integrating AI BOTS with the GLDW Environmental Data System and are looking for individuals to review and comment on the proposed approach & standards.
We are currently using MQTT messaging and JSON data structures to allow an AI component to listen to events and respond to them.
During this zoom meeting we will describe and demonstrate our current app(…)
March (Travel Social Meet-Up)
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence, an IHG Hotel
**Impulse Lounge, Holiday Inn Independence**
**[Click Here for Details](https://www.seetheworldtours.com/pub-cle-ind.html)**
**This Meet Up is Cross-Posted on 5 Meet Up Sites**
**Group Escorted Trips include ALL Flights.**
Talk to Past Travelers and Learn what **You’ve been MISSING**!
**If you need a roommate this is the place to meet one.**
**2024 & 2025 Trips**
South America (Feb-March 2025).(…)
Cleveland (Travel Meet-Up)
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: The Impulse Lounge Holiday Inn
**Impulse Lounge, Holiday Inn Independence**
**[Click Here for Details](https://www.seetheworldtours.com/pub-cle-ind.html)**
**This Meet Up is Cross-Posted on 5 Meet Up Sites**
**Group Escorted Trips include ALL Flights.**
Talk to Past Travelers and Learn what **You’ve been MISSING**!
**If you need a roommate this is the place to meet one.**
**2024 & 2025 Trips**
South America (Feb-March 2025).(…)
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 Cleveland, you can try out Thisiscleveland.com, Cleveland.com, or Clevelandtraveler.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Cleveland, Ohio
Lakewood St. Patrick’s Shamrock Bar Crawl USA: March 15th, Cleveland Ohio
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Lakewood Truck Park: Registration 12pm-2pm
Are you looking for shenanigans on March 15th? Come and paint Lakewood green on the St. Patrick Shamrock Crawl by Bar Crawl USA.
ST PATRICK’S DAY – CLEVELAND BAR CRAWL
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: The Flats at East Bank
Join us to celebrate St. Patricks Day at the Flats!
2025 Wearable Art Fashion Show – 8PM Show
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: 5437 Broadway Ave
Kick off Fiber Art Fest with a one-of-a-kind fashion show featuring wearable art by leading artists including David Walker.
Leadership in Manufacturing Executive Forum
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Cleveland State University Student Center
Address current challenges to leading growth-oriented manufacturing organizations through a panel discussion and hands-on workshop.
The Official Lucky’s St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl – Cleveland
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: The Corner Alley
Join us for the ultimate St Paddy’s Bar Crawl in Cleveland, where good vibes, green drinks, and festive fun collide this March 15th!
Social Hour: Speed Dating Ages 30-40
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: Edda Coffee Roasters
The City Social presents: Social Hour, Speed Dating – a fun, intentional night of connecting for ages 30-40
Puff Pass & Karaoke
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: 2303 Krause Ct
Come join us for a fun night of puffing, passing, and belting out your favorite tunes at our Puff Pass & Karaoke event!
Banking & Surety Update Panel
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: The Aviator Cleveland
Please join us for our Northeast Ohio CFMA and OCA Young Professionals Network joint event! This event is sponsored by Aon and BMO.
Cleveland’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Best Bars in Cleveland
Cleveland’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at one of the largest pub bar crawls in Cleveland!
Speakeasy Wedding- The Tour Experience
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: 10510 Park Ln
Join us for an afternoon where vintage charm meets modern sophistication. This is an opportunity to experience a wedding ceremony/reception!
A Little Slice Of Luck: Singles St. Patty’s Day Mixer
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: Geraci’s Slice Shop
The City Social presents: A Little Slice Of Luck: Singles St. Patty’s Day Mixer
E&S and Eggs with Heather Posner (1 CE)
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 13th
◦ Where: COhatch Ohio City
Join us at COHatch for breakfast & Introduction to Surplus Lines Insurance with Heather Posner. This is a 1 CE course. Space IS LIMITED.
WORLD OF DRUM AND BASS CLEVELAND
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: The Bird’s Nest
The World of Drum & Bass – Cleveland
Celebrating 35 Years of Formation Records
The legendary World of Drum & Bass USA & Canada
Cleveland, Ohio Event for Christian Singles
◦ When: Monday, Mar 10th
◦ Where: BrewDog Cleveland Outpost
Join other local Christian Singles for Food, Fun & Trivia!
Bet on Change: Impact of the 2024 Election on Policy
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 12th
◦ Where: Union Club
Lunch and Fireside Chat with Jason Cole, FS Investments and Mac Muirhead, CFA, Fairport Wealth
Masquerade Paint and Sip
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Cleveland Public Library – Hough Library Campus
Experience an afternoon of creativity and community at the Masquerade Paint & Sip
Your Goodness Lasts – Together for Gaza
◦ When: Monday, Mar 10th
◦ Where: La Villa cbc
Let’s come together to show our support for Gaza and spread goodness that will last a lifetime!
A Taste of Two Legends – Morton’s Cleveland
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: Morton’s The Steakhouse
Join us at Morton’s and enjoy a delicious five-course menu along with six expertly paired wines from Quilt Napa Valley & Belle Glos.
Rachmaninov and Franck: Lenten Reflections
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 15th
◦ Where: 3031 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118, USA
Join pianist Irwin Shung as he guides listeners through a lush Lenten recital accompanied by compelling narration and arresting visuals.
First Quarter Reset
◦ When: Friday, Mar 14th
◦ Where: 8229 Higbee Ave
Get ready to hit the reset button on your goals and mindset at our First Quarter Reset event on March 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM!