Let’s explore social events in Denver, CO 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 Denver where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Denver
Is there a secret special someone in Denver? (FREE event)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Crema Coffee House, 2862 Larimer St
**Tired of dating apps and want to meet people in real life?** Then take a chance and see if there could be a spark in between you and a secret special someone. (Only for 18+).
💬 **Event Details:**
* 📍 Location: This location
* 🕒 Time: About 45-90 min.
* 💞 Purpose: Organic social connections (By the people, for the people)
**How does It Works?:**
1️⃣ **RSVP & write your comment**
2️⃣ **Arri(…)
Denver Make New Friends Happy Hour
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Improper City
Hello Denver New Friends!
Come meet new friends and old regulars. This happy hour is a monthly event – there is no agenda, no topics, just people looking to meet other people. Have a drink, have a chat, enjoy yourself for a few hours.
I’ll add a comment on where to meet once I arrive. *Y*ou can find me at a long table on the east side, opposite of where the beer line is.
This happy hour is very(…)
Silent Book Club
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Spicy Librarian
Join us at Denvers new romance only bookstore, Spicy Librarian!
Silent Book Clubs co-organizer, Sydney Ivey, is opening a romance only bookstore in RINO! Come celebrate the opening with it’s first Silent Book Club!
Bring any book you’re wanting to read and settle in by 2:00pm. Support and thank this small business for hosting us by grabbing a book or bookish gift. Feel free to come a little late(…)
Huntington Bank Branch Opening!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Huntington Bank
Genius Networking is thrilled to co-sponsor a celebration at Huntington Bank for their Grand Opening!
As a commercial banker, Vieng is a fantastic referral partner for our network—we’re lucky to have him on board!
Join us for an evening of meaningful connections, drinks, appetizers, and desserts. This is the perfect opportunity to meet fellow professionals, expand your network, and celebrate the(…)
AI Labs – Hands-On Exploration of Agentic AI
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Venture X Denver North
**AI Labs Meetup: Hands-On Exploration of Agentic AI**
Join us for an exciting AI Labs Meetup—a hands-on, immersive experience designed to bring AI enthusiasts and professionals together! This session, we’ll dive into **Agentic AI**, exploring its frameworks, real-world applications, and future potential. Expect engaging, practical exercises to deepen your understanding and strengthen your skills (…)
Denver UX Meetup – Jan 23rd, @Barquentine Brewing in Edgewater Market
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Barquentine Brewing Co.
**Meetup Info:**
Come network with your local UX friends at Barquentine Brewing located at Edgewater market! (West side of the market opposite end from the Roger’s liquid oasis bar) Feel free to grab a name-tag upon arrival, grab a drink or food and come ready to meet your fellow local designers and design community. All are welcome!
**How to find the group:**
Upon arrival at Edgewater Market, wa(…)
Drinks at 1UP Arcade Bar – Blake Street
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The 1UP Arcade Bar – LoDo
We’re Back!! Join us on January 23rd from 7-9 PM at 1UP Arcade (The LoDo location on Blake Street) for a night of drinks, games, good vibes, and awesome new friends!(…)
[IN PERSON] – Agile Denver Post Holiday Holiday Party
![[IN PERSON] - Agile Denver Post Holiday Holiday Party](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/f/6/7/600_525276711.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Wynkoop Brewery
Join the Agile Denver community for networking, food and drinks at Wynkoop Brewery in downtown Denver!
We will provide refreshments and drinks.
*Space is limited, so please RSVP only if you are confident you will attend.*(…)
Hablamos Espanol @ Raices
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Raices Brewing
**Event Details:**
**1\. PLEASE RSVP HERE 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE \(so we can notify the brewery of how many people we will have\!\)**
**2\. Starts @ 7:00 PM ends at 9:00 PM \(don’t worry if you can’t show up after start time\)**
4\. Meet at [Raices Brewing](https://www.raicesbrewing.com/) (2060 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80204)
**What to expect:**
No pressure, this is for fun and learning! **All lev(…)
The Tuesday Think & Drink | Energy and Vibes | Diebolt Brewing
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Diebolt Brewery
***\*Switching up to Mondays or Tuesdays, based on availability\****
We’re once again heading to our new home, Diebolt Brewing in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Please note there are very few choices for food at this venue, so bring something to eat if you want(there’s an Illegal Pete’s up the road that I love).
The space is being opened to us for free, so please adhere to the **two item (with or w(…)
Entrepreneur Meet Up – Lot 46 in Edgewater
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Lot 46 Music Bar
**Whether your first time or tenth, you’re welcome to join!! All of us are looking to meet new faces and have a good time. Get out of the “silo” feel of being a business owner and meet others in similar spaces.**
Lot 46 in Edgewater is OPEN JUST FOR US on Monday nights, and includes both indoor and outdoor space (season and weather permitting).
We have the whole venue so when you walk in, you kn(…)
Building Security Automation That Works: Alert Overload to Streamlined Response
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Tabor Center
**Important**: If you are a regular to CSA meetups, the 2025 meetups will NOT be at the usual place.
Please see instructions below for parking at the Tabor Center.
**Presentation Topic: Building Security Automation That Works– from Alert Overload to Streamlined Response**
Security teams commonly struggle with high alert volumes, repetitive manual tasks, and coordinating responses across multipl(…)
Silent Book Club – Read and Socialize with Bookworms!
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Kochi Cafe
Since it will be too cold to sit outside, *we can only allow 35 people inside!* Half at most show up who RSVP, so we are setting the limit at 70 people.
Join us at Kochi Cafe for a reading hour! We have the whole place reserved to ourselves, so you know everyone is there to read! 🙂
**We will socialize for 20 minutes or so before getting into the reading!**
Reading start time will be 5:45. Plea(…)
January Book Swap – Refresh Your Bookshelf!
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: River North Brewery
Bring a book (or two or three!) wrapped with a brief description on the cover, and we’ll swap White Elephant style!
Feel free to bring any friends, coworkers, or fellow book lovers with you — this event is open to anyone!
Text Casey with any questions – 720-805-4348(…)
Wednesday Think & Drink | Emotional Baggage | Left Hand RiNo
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Left Hand RiNo Drinks & Eats
Wednesday nights are back at Left Hand Rino! We’ll gather at 6:30pm and start the conversation promptly at 7pm.
Please support our hosts and adhere to the **two item (food or drink) minimum** so we can keep coming back!
This week’s topic of conversation: “Emotional Baggage”
Emotional baggage is something that many of us carry with us daily and tints the lens through which we see the world. How (…)
Denver Real Estate Connect
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Joyride Brewing Company
This is a casual real estate networking event: Real estate investing, buying or selling a house, financial freedom, short term rental’s, house hacking, buy and hold, rental properties, fix and flip,…interested?
Welcome to Denver Real Estate Connect at Joyride Brewery! Meetups are powerful…you have the opportunity to surround yourself with like-minded individuals and learn from the experiences(…)
Let’s Talk Metaphysical!
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Hands That Heal You
Let’s talk all things metaphysical! Past Lives, the new energies coming in, how energy works, healing through the power of the mind and much more!
Meet like-minded people and talk about thoughts, ideas or just come with questions. Based on the group discussion and time allowed, Cassandra will then take you on a short guided meditation to explore things within and around you!
You’re welcome to br(…)
January Low-Key Data Meetup: RETRO 2025 KICKOFF
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Delorean
Please join us on Thursday, January 23 at 6 pm for our first meetup of 2025! We’ll be keeping it retro by meeting up at the Denver Delorean bar on 1753 South Broadway.
Where we’re going, we don’t need spreadsheets! Just data, drinks, and great company at the DeLorean bar. 🚀🍹📈
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* Please join the discussion on our Slack channel! denverdata.slack.com
* Join if you are not yet a member:
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Wino Afternoon at Postino Broadway
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Postinos Broadway
Let’s meet for an afternoon of wine or beer. They have a great happy hour with $6 glasses of wine and $5 pitchers of beer. I think you can also get individual bruschetta board items for only $6.
https://www.postinowinecafe.com/menu/colorado/
We will be at 2 tables, in a corner. I made the reservation so we can stand a mingle because sitting at 1 long table can be boring 🙂.
We always get excell(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Denver is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Denver on Denver.org, Thrillist.com, or Milehighonthecheap.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Denver, Colorado
(Almost Sold Out) 2025 Denver Winter Whiskey Tasting Festival (January 25)
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Zeppelin Station
Calling all whiskey lovers… Are you ready to take your taste buds on a flavor adventure?
79th Annual Steer at The Brown Palace
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
A revered Denver tradition, the National Western Stock Show’s 2025 Grand Champion Steer joins us for Afternoon Tea, after a red carpet walk.
BKXperience Camp (Denver, CO)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Adams City High School
Come be a part of the Blue Knights!
Masjid Khadeejah’s Construction Fundraising Dinner
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Denver Marriott Tech Center
Join us to raise funds for Masjid Khadeejah’s construction in an evening of purpose, community and special guests (NoorKids, 1st time in CO)
YIMBY Denver Legislative Kickoff Party
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Stoney’s Bar & Grill
The fight for state level reforms to make housing more affordable in Colorado begins again in 2025. Find out how you can help!
Clay Kirkland’s 18th Annual Beat the Reaper
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Daniels Hall
Swallow Hill Music Presents Clay Kirkland’s – 18th Annual Beat the Reaper
Unsent Show: Friends Edition
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Town Hall Collaborative
Unsent is a live show where brave souls get on the mic to share texts, emails and letters they wrote but never sent…until now!
Cody Cozz | Bison Days
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Number Thirty Eight
Join us for Bison Days 2025 at Number 38, where the heart of the West comes alive!
Head for the Hills presented by KGNU
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Daniels Hall
KGNU Community Radio and Swallow Hill Music present Head for the Hills
Goat Sound Bath – January 24th (Aspen Grove)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: 7301 S Santa Fe Dr #724
Indoor | Therapeutic | Relaxing | Meditative | Calming | Serene
Harry & Friends featuring Nick Forster
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Tuft Theatre
In this series, Swallow Hill Music founder Harry Tuft joins us to swap songs and stories with his special guests.
DUB WUB DENVER RIDDIM GANG EDITION
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: RIVER
DUB WUB DENVER RIDDIM GANG EDITION
Michael Ray + Trent Tomlinson + Love & Theft | Bison Days
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Number Thirty Eight
Join us for Bison Days 2025 at Number 38, where the heart of the West comes alive!
Depolarizing Within – Denver CO Alliance
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: 727 E 16th Ave
Join us and be a part of the effort to depolarize our country and community
Let Freedom Ring & Ride | Jazz Concert Honoring Dr MLK JR feat Tony Exum
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Spangalang Brewery
Join Ride for Racial Justice immediately following the MLK Marade for a special concert and celebration featuring Tony Exum Jr., honoring th
Mocktails and Mingling with Hi Neighbor
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Poka Lola Social Club
Hi Neighbor! We’re a community club in Denver made for making connections. Join us!
Market Center Skills Camp w/ Wendi Harrelson
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Denver Police Protective Association and PPA Event Center
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership and your Market Center’s success!
Maria Abrams Live at Tattered Cover Colfax
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Tattered Cover Colfax
Join us for a fantastic event with local author Maria Abrams as we celebrate her new book at Tattered Cover Colfax!
Friday Night Writes – A Writing Lock-In
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Process
An all-night writing marathon accompanied by food, drink, and a whole bunch of camaraderie.
Tantra Speed Date® – Denver! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Samadhi Yoga
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Month 1 of 2025 – Burmese Food
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
Starting 2025, with one cuisine per month motto. Share your hole in the wall places for ethnic new venues. This month, Burmese. If you have been to Burma, you are the one we especially ask to participate. Tea leaf salad? Just a starter.
Here is who they are:
“We are a food stall (think indoor food truck) in an international food hall, surrounded by other awesome immigrant and refugee owned eate
January Hike
◦ When: Sunday, Jan 26th
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Afternoon Yoga
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
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