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
Denver AI – Holiday Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Venture X Denver North
🎄✨ Step into a festive fusion of technology and tradition at our **AI Wonderland Holiday Party**! —it’s where innovation meets celebration.
**🎭 Dress Code:** Get fancy and dressy! Pull out your finest attire for a night of glitz and glam. We will have a photographer clicking some candid shots.
**🎶 Entertainment Highlights:**
* **LIVE Holiday Music** to set the mood and warm your spirits.
* A(…)
Arcade/game night
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The 1UP Arcade Bar – LoDo
One of three locations in metro Denver, The 1Up LoDo features a world-class collection of more than 45 classic arcade games, 16 pinball machines, three Skee-Ball lanes, basketball hoops, giant Jenga and more. Come join the fun!(…)
🎉 Cheers to a Renewable Future! MD CRES Holiday Party @ O’Dell’s! 🍻
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Odell Brewing Co.
Join the Metro Denver Chapter of the Colorado Renewable Energy Society (MD CRES) for our annual Holiday Party at O’Dell’s Brewhouse in Five Points!
Let’s raise a glass to a fantastic year of programming and connect with fellow renewable energy enthusiasts.
**Here’s what’s brewing:**
* **Festive Cheer:** Enjoy delicious craft brews and good company in a lively atmosphere.
* **Networking:** Meet an(…)
The Tuesday Think & Drink | Social Norms | Diebolt Brewing
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Diebolt Brewery
***\*Limited to \~35 people / week\****
We’ll be trying out Diebolt brewing in the Sunnyside neighborhood. Please note there is no food at this venue, so bring something to eat (there’s an Illegal Pete’s up the road that I love).
The space we Please adhere to the **two item (with or without alcohol) minimum** in order to keep our hosts with plenty of reason to want to keep bringing us back!
Thi(…)
29 YES RSVPs DENVER Coffee & Conversations @ Kochi Cafe Sat 12/21 930am
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Kochi Cafe
Wana meet some new friends? Then join us for friendship & fellowship look for e to get a name tag So I can introduce u to all of our friends. then grab a drink & food. look for all the red & white name tags
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Wednesday Game Nights With Odie
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Edgewater Public Market
I would personally love to greet you and make you feel welcome. After 6 I round up the players and we divvy out to groups of 3-4 to play some games. We do NOT always finish the game, but the point is more to learn, experience and meet.
We do not currently mask. If you feel the need do not hesitate.
Food and drinks are available in the food court and at Roger’s Liquid Oasis.
Bring anything you w(…)
“Let’s GO!” for a Walk Around Sloan’s Lake
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Sloans Lake Park
It’s going to be chilly and dark! Bundle up and bring a flashlight.
This is a very easy 2.6 mile walk around Sloan’s Lake. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash at all times.
Meet at the parking lot on the north east corner of 25th and Sheridan (this will be the north west corner of the park). We will meet at one of the two picnic tables there. We will do a lap around the lake, and then anyon(…)
Winter Solstice Celebration – Drumming up the Sun – Red Rocks
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Red Rocks Ampitheatre
Hello Authentic Relaters of Denver! For our second session in December, we will be **celebrating the winter solstice** (Saturday December 21st) with the greater Denver community for **Drumming Up the Sun sunrise at Red Rocks**.
Every year folks gather in celebration of the Winter Solstice by drumming up the sun (i.e large community drum circle at sunrise) on the first day of winter at **Red Rocks(…)
Philosophy and Coffee
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Metropolis Coffee
**This is a community** **of inquiry.** Philosophy is the academic study of knowledge, existence, beauty, and ethics. We are not focused on Stoic practice but on speculative inquiry. Speculative questions are questions regarding things that can be resolved just by talking about them only referencing experiences that are common to the vast majority of human beings.
**Please come with a discussion (…)
Holiday Coffee and Conversation at Denver Union Station
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Denver Union Station
Let’s get together for some holiday cheer! Meet at Denver Union Station Pig Train Coffee.
We’ll sit at the picnic style tables located in front of the Terminal Bar. Grab a coffee, join us and meet some new people!
Denver Union Station is all decorated and there’s usually lots going on!
See you there!(…)
Q4 Front Range Hard Tech Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Morris & Mae Food Hall
**Front Range Hard Tech Meetup** – 4th Quarter gathering
Meet with like-minded hard/deep tech practitioners for informal networking, insights, and beers.
Back to Denver metro, with another seasoned founder and a unique venue.
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**Presenter**
Andrew Coors – CEO, [Steelhead Composites](https://steelheadcomposites.com/)
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DMT & Ayahuasca Extraction/Preparation Class
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: undefined
This is an in-person classs where members can learn or practice DMT extraction & Ayahuasca/Pharmahuasca Preparation in accordance with Colorado State Law.
If joining in-person, you can acquire your own materials (I’ll provide a list) or I can provide a kit for a fee, depending on what you’re wanting to learn. Alternatively you are welcome to just watch other participants with their extraction/pre(…)
GD Wednesday Euchre
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: SomePlace Else Brewery
It’s the final Wednesday Euchre of 2024, we made it, yay! Let’s send this year off with one last Pick Your Partner first round. Come with your partner or pair up in the comments below.
Bring your quarters (or dollar bills, they have a change machine). I’ll handle the cards, cubes, name tags, and oral re-telling of the greatest Christmas Movie ever made, Die Hard.(…)
High and nigh, let’s give Matthews Winters a try.
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Matthews / Winters Park
This 5 mile hike with a mostly moderate outbound climb of 700 ft traverses segments of the Village Walk, Red Rocks, Cherry Gulch, and Morrison Slide Trails to capture multiple views of the iconic red rock formations. Expect mostly dry trails, ample sunshine, and a high into the 40s.
All are welcome, including well behaved dogs on leash.
Bring: Friends(!), weather approriate gear, personal safety (…)
Criterion Club: Manon of the Spring with John Anzalone
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Denver Public Library: Smiley Branch Library
Join us in December for a rare double header: we’ll be discussing Claude Berri’s monumental two film adaptation of Marcel Pagnol’s novel, The Water of the Hills, with Jean de Florette on December 7th and Manon of the Springs on December 21st. Pagnol was one of the most important exponents of novels and films about the French Midi, and ran his own film production company, one of the rare ones situa(…)
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 Denver, you can try out Denver.org, Thrillist.com, or Milehighonthecheap.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Denver, Colorado
Chris Daniels & The Kings
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Daniels Hall
Swallow Hill Music presents Chris Daniels & The Kings – a seven-piece band playing horn-drenched rock and soul music!
Home for Christmas
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: King Center
You can count on Denver Brass this year to bring snow, mistletoe and Christmas tradition to you and yours!
ICAA RMC 2024 Annual Holiday Party
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Denver Country Club
Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres & Music
BKXperience Camp (Denver, CO)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Englewood High School
Come be a part of the Blue Knights!
Birds of Play
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Tuft Theatre
Swallow Hill Music Presents Birds of Play
Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Swallow Hill Music – Daniels Hall
Swallow Hill Music presents The Rocky Mountain Stocking Stuffers – an eight-piece holiday string band unlike anything you’ve ever heard.
Scotty Wiese Magic’s The Last Dance: A Brand New Magic Show
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: King Center – Recital Hall
The Last Dance is Scotty’s final show of 2024. This brand new show is a one-night only event and expected to sell out. Get your tickets now.
Christmas Cookie Decorating Party 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: 7745 Wadsworth Blvd
Join us for a jolly Christmas Cookie Decorating Party, where we’ll gather to create sweet and festive treats together!
Downtown Lakewood Holiday BAZAAR | Weekend 3: December 21+22
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Belmar Plaza + Indoor Shopping Hall
Holiday Shop & Sip at Downtown Lakewood Holiday BAZAAR at Belmar Plaza!
Siren
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: MCA Denver at the Holiday Theater
An immersive, multi-sensory event includes acoustic performances by five talented women, including host Dominique Christina.
Second Chance Comedy: A Standup Comedy Show about Addiction
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: 1560 Teller St
Laugh for a cause at Second Chance Comedy! Your ticket supports Sobriety House, directly aiding those on their journey to addiction recovery
Premier Martial Arts Wash Park Belt Testing and Graduation!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Premier Martial Arts Wash Park
Our students have been hard at work and are ready to receive their new belts! All students that are ready to belt up need to register!
Naughty or Nice little Red dress party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Temple Nightclub Denver
Denver’s most fashionable holiday event is back at @Temple nightclub we cant wait to see you all there!!
ORGANIC SESSIONS: SOLSTICE ASCENSION w/ ELYSIAN MOON, VIKTOP & MONOTROPA.
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Mockingbird
Join us at Mockingbird as violinist-pianist electronic duo Elysian Moon presents a deep house dance journey, supported by Viktop & Monotropa
TRINE – A Holiday Showcase – DCC
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Circus Collective
Join us for a special holiday treat – a holiday circus collaboration with Colorado’s finest circus studios!
Divine Sweat – Dance Activation and Energy Healing Circle
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Warehaus at Hunnum Studios
Divine Sweat – Activating your Divine Spark Through Dance, Energy, and Meditation
Jingle & Mingle Ugly Sweater Contest
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: My Neighbor Felix Centennial
Join us for a festive night at My Neighbor Felix for our Jingle & Mingle Ugly Sweater Party!
Wildflower Wednesdays: Denver Women’s Circle
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: 455 S Hudson St
Join us on Dec. 18 for energy healing, connection, and spiritual growth. The circle’s theme is Winter Solstice Celebration and Rituals.
Holiday Supper Club and Wine Journey at Voghera
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Voghera Ristorante & Apericena
Social | Culinary – Join us for a night of spectacular italian food, wine and great company at Voghera Ristorante!
Let Me Show You Different Night of Culture -A live Auction Fundraiser
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: K Contemporary
Step into a world where art, culture, and creativity collide to raise funds for artistic expression cultural opportunities & diverse stories
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