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.
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 Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Cleveland
Cleveland Subto Real Estate Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 3400 Lakeside Ave E
Join us at Cleveland Subto Real Estate Meetup for an engaging workshop designed for individuals interested in delving into the world of real estate investing. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the ropes or a seasoned investor seeking new insights, this event is perfect for you. Our experienced real estate investors will share valuable knowledge on various investment strategies, market tr(…)
Sleater-Kinney at the Rock Hall
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Our July show will be [Sleater-Kinney at The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame](https://rockhall.com/event/sleater-kinney/). We will meet on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 PM in the [Union Home Mortgage Plaza](https://www.thisiscleveland.com/locations/union-home-mortgage-plaza) at the LONG LIVE ROCK sculpture (near the word “ROCK”).
Thanks to Scott L. for suggesting the show. Hope to see Brian, Laura, and Be(…)
Critiquing Group Session
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Carnegie-West Branch of the Cleveland Public Library
See pages(…)
Carlos Jones and the PLUS Band
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Edgewater Beach
Join us for this Cleveland Metroparks Summer Concert featuring Cleveland’s favorite reggae son Carlos Jones at beautiful Edgewater Beach.
Carlos Jones, formerly of I-TAL, then First Light, continues spreading joy with roots reggae music throughout the Land with The Peace, Love, Unity Syndicate (P.L.U.S.) Band. This is a free concert!
Enjoy an extended happy hour presented by Leinenkugel’s, includi(…)
do MORE with stateLESS Elasticsearch
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: 6161 Oak Tree Blvd ste 300
Join the Elastic Cleveland User Group on **Thursday, July 25,** at Artemis Staffing for a meetup. Jessica Garson (Sr. Developer Advocate at Elastic) will present do MORE with stateLESS Elasticsearch, followed by networking, refreshments, and pizza.
Please RSVP if you plan on attending so we can provide the venue with an estimated headcount.
**⚡️ Interested in giving a talk? ⚡️**
Have you ever co(…)
100% Real Estate Investor Networking.
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Tavern of Independence
Join us for an informative session tailored for beginner real estate investors at our Cleveland Real Estate Think Tank Meetup. Learn from experienced real estate agents, investors, and industry experts as they share insights into property investment, apartment investing, and maximizing real estate opportunities in the Cleveland area. Network with like-minded individuals and gain valuable knowledge(…)
What would you do with your time if money were no object?
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Oak Barrel
The title says it all. For me (INTP or ENTP), I would travel the world writing pithy stories exploring different philosophical conundra and volunteering at various light, physical, outdoor jobs where I could make friends but still think to myself about my own interests while working. That way I could be the renegade I always wanted to be, but still maintain some human contact, enjoy working outdoo(…)
Free Coworking @ OneThirtyFive
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 812 Huron Rd E ste 417
🌟 Calling all Cleveland remote workers! 🌟
Tired of the same old home office routine? Shake things up and join us for a dynamic coworking experience every Friday at the vibrant OneThirtyFive offices located downtown!
🚀 Network with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and collaborate in a dynamic workspace designed to fuel productivity and creativity.
🅿️ Conveniently park for just $5 at the(…)
Dragon Boat Paddling – New Recruits
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Merwin’s Wharf
First time paddling
For the first time paddling, ***Nothing! No paddling experience! No swimming experience!*** will be required. We just need you, and your willingness to paddle with us. We will take care of everything else which include:
* Safety devices
* Paddles & Boat(s)
* Waivers
* Steersperson
* Trainer/Coach
**DRESS CODE:**
**Aim to be comfortable:** clothing should be comfortable and ar(…)
Hydranamics Dragon Boat – technical training
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Merwin’s Wharf
Hydranamics dragon boat training.
Newbies are warmly welcome!
If you are not familiar with dragon boat paddling, we will show you!
Please wear clothes that would be suitable for running and can get wet.
Bring water, a towel and clothes to change after the training!
We will focus on the technical aspects of paddling – but for sure also do some cardio.
Please note: to be able to participate, you (…)
16 Bit Bar + Arcade Gaming Session
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: 16-Bit Bar+Arcade
16 Bit Barcade game night. We will meet on the side with the bar and tables, enjoy some drinks and free games. This will be a chance for us to play some of our favorite games from the past and get to know others.
Games are free at 16 Bit, however if anyone is interested in bowling or some of the other activities there I believe those do cost. You can buy some amazing drinks there while we hangout(…)
Gunselman’s Patio!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Gunselman’s Tavern
https://gunselmans.com/
Join me in FWB’s favorite place to hang, Gunselman’s Tavern!
Laughs, Drinks & More.(…)
Arabica Hookah Lounge with Coffees, Pastries & Drinks
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Arabica Coffeehouse
People told me to “hook it up” in July, and all I heard was “Hookah”. Which under normal circumstances would be great in itself, but this place is an actual Arabica from the past with its original sign and outdoor patio.
The last time I went here was last summer, and it was a terrific experience. Making it even better were the local customers all around who only spoke Arabic. Now maybe they thoug(…)
July 2024: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Aviator Pub & Restaurant
**Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros**
**Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from *USA Today* bestselling author Rebecca Yarros.**
Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history. Now, the commanding general—also known as her tough-as-talons mother—has ordered Violet to join the hundreds of candida(…)
The Inkwell Writer’s Group – IN PERSON
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The BottleHouse Brewery and Mead Hall
Join us at the Bottlehouse in Lakewood as we work through another set of generative writing activities and prompts! We’ll write some, read some, drink some, and have fun! Hope to see you there!
I’ll post where we’re sitting when I get to the bar!
PLEASE NOTE: This is not an event for critiquing writing that you’ve already done. The event is doing short writing exercises which, when finished, can(…)
Summer Fun UX Social!
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Cozumel Mexican Restaurant
**Summer Fun UX Social!**
In-Person Event on Thursday, July 25th at Cozumel Mexican Restaurant.
Join **[UX Akron](https://www.uxakron.com)** for a fun summer social! Let’s hang out, meet new people, catch up with old friends, and enjoy good food and drink.
Join us at **[Cozumel Mexican Restaurant](https://www.cozumel.us/independence)** in Independence, Ohio.
**Food/Drink is available to order**
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KNEECAP (2024) – Free Screening
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Cinemark Valley View Theater
***Celtic Cleveland!, Music Cleveland!* and *Cinéma Cleveland!* present**
**KNEECAP (2024)**
In: Irish/English / Rated R
1h 45m \| Music\, Comedy\, Drama \| 2024 \| Ireland
Director – Rich Peppiatt
Hey *Cinéphiles*!
We are hosting a free advance screening of the new Irish film **KNEECAP (2024)** on Wednesday, July 24th, at 7 p.m. at Cinemark Valley View.
There are 80,000 native Irish speakers (…)
Tick Tock Scrabble
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Tick Tock Tavern
Back at the Tick Tock 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 club cheat sheets. W(…)
Learn to Paddle on a Dragon Boat!
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Merwins Wharf
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Join a Dragon Boat paddling session with an instructor who will teach you all you need to know to paddle on a Dragon boat. This is a great way to be introduced to this exciting team sport. We have friendly coed teams that enjoy being on the water, getting a work out, and even competing in races all over the country.
We provide the paddle, life jacket and coaching. No experience (…)
Cafe Roma’s Jam
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: 13000 Lorain Ave
HEY NOW
Jam at Cafe Roma’s.
This is a great Italian restaurant on Cleveland’s west side.
the address is 13000 Lorain Ave 44111.
There is parking in the back. We can double park.
Or plenty of parking at CVS,
We get their whole back room to our selves and the staff will serve us as well. I’ve never had a bad meal there.
We have to be out by 8:30. They close at 9.
We may plug in as well if we wan(…)
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
SOTC Collegiate Career & Community Leader Mixer
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
On July 22nd, join Summer on the Cuyahoga for our annual Collegiate Career and Community Leader Mixer at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Rhythm And Poetry Cafe
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Lounges Cle
An ode to Hip Hop showcasing some of Cleveland’s most skilled emcees, djaying, hip hop dance, freestyle, podcast, and poetry.
25th Annual Harry W. Millis Memorial Golf Outing Canterbury Golf Club
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Canterbury Golf Club
25th Annual Harry W. Millis Memorial Golf Outing, Canterbury Golf Club, Shaker Heights, July 22, 2024
Voices of Resilience: Spoken Word Showdown
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Ubuntu Gathering Place, East End Neighborhood House
Spoken word showcase with cash prizes of $500, $300 & $200 respectively with pieces featuring topics about mental health and/or resilience.
Cleveland Ballet’s Patrons Circle at Cent’Anni
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Cent’Anni
Join Cleveland Ballet’s Patrons Circle for an evening of drinks, small bites, and socializing at Cent’Anni.
Plated Landscape™: Lake Erie Fish Fry
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Upper Edgewater West Shelter
Gather with friends old and new to enjoy our 5th annual fish fry Plated Landscape with our sparkling Great Lake as our backdrop!
Cleveland Speed Dating Age 30s/40s ♥ at Aviator in Ohio
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Aviator Pub & Restaurant
Meet local singles in Cleveland, Ohio. Speed Dating introduces you to up to 12 potential matches. The Singles event experts since 2001.
NODE Partner Meeting – July 2024
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: BrewDog Cleveland Outpost
How Economic Developers Can Collaborate with Developers for Project Success
Grow Your Business: Scaling Summit… Powered By Investor Source CLE
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Icon Cowork
Grow Your Business-Scaling Summit Mastermind Powered by Investor Source CLE
Women’s Circle & Reiki-Infused Sound Bath: Your Intuition
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: S’il Vous Play
Gather in sacred sisterhood for a night of connection, reflection, & discovery
PEOPLE LOVE VERSUS “CHRIS BROWN VS USHER” REVIEW AND PLAY LISTENING PARTY
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Space 65 Cleveland
Join us for a live recording of the People Love Versus RNP as we debate who people love more – Chris Brown or Usher in Cleveland!
Cheese School 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: 5417 Detroit Ave
Join us for another session with Tom, our lead cheese monger, to learn the ins and outs of cheese!
Patio Yoga Class at Cleveland Botanical Garden – [Bottoms Up! Yoga & Brew]
![Patio Yoga Class at Cleveland Botanical Garden - [Bottoms Up! Yoga & Brew]](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F759995779%2F262575153328%2F1%2Foriginal.20240505-160203?w=512&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&rect=0%2C500%2C6000%2C3000&s=c9319a36b6f9369f8c1a5b1cd32d93a8)
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
Join us for community yoga around Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo at cool locations around town.
Cleveland GiveCamp 2024
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Hyland – Building 3
GiveCamp is a weekend event where the technically inclined can donate their time to local non-profit’s tech and tech adjacent issues.
Healing Breathwork & Soundbath
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Moyra Michelle Hypnotherapy & Healing
Massive Transformative Healing through Breathwork
Analog Bootcamp
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Theatre and Arts (TA)
A 5-day, hands-on program where students use film cameras to create B&W images and learn Darkroom processing. Free for teens!
Spotlights’ Mini-Musical Camp 2024
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Broadview Heights Cultural Arts Building, Home of the Spotlights Theater
This performance-based, thematic camp is designed to give budding young performers a chance to develop and display their talents.
ARTbar- Jeremey Poparad Trio
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Heights Arts
Join us for a night of art and live music with the Jeremey Poparad Trio at ARTbar!
Somatic Breathwork at Bahan Natural Health Center
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Bahan Natural Health Center, Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH, USA
This group Somatic Breathwork Session will be led by Leann Rafton at Bahan Natural Health Center in Lakewood, Ohio.
MASTERING SEASONAL COCKTAILS – BEEHIND THE BAR COCKTAIL SERIES
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Western Reserve Distillers, LLC
Shake, Sip & Savor: Master the Art of Seasonal Cocktails at The Distillery!