Let’s explore social events in Edinburgh, Scotland 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 Edinburgh where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Edinburgh
Adult Dodgeball
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: 87th Craigalmond Scout Hall, Edinburgh
Mixed Dodgeball training for the adult section of Granton Giants Dodgeball club (15-18 years olds welcome if accompanied by an adult).(…)
Gay Men’s Book Group – July 2024 Meeting – ‘The Old Haunts’ with Allan Radcliffe
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Outhouse
We’re delighted that ‘The Old Haunts’ author Allan Radcliffe will be joining us in person at this meeting to chat about the writing of the book and to answer questions.
The Edinburgh Gay Men’s Book Group is open to all gay, bi, trans men and queer identifying men, and is one of the LGBT Health and Wellbeing Centre’s Community Groups.
We’ll be meeting in person on Wednesday 24th July at 7pm to di(…)
Cloud Native and Kubernetes Edinburgh July 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: CodeBase Ltd
July’s meetup is sponsored by the [DoIT](https://www.doit.com)! Huge thanks for them for making this event possible. We’ll do the usual with doors opening at 6pm for food and drink, and then kick off with the first talk at 6:30pm sharp.
**Agenda**
* Food and drink, sponsored by [DoIT](https://www.doit.com).
* Using Cloud and AI to build a knowledge base with Amazon Bedrock & Aurora (Kate Gawron (…)
Discussion 2/2: Camus – Myth of Sisyphus
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Room 1.19 in Paterson’s Land
Using his idea of “the absurd”, Camus answers why and how one should go on living when there’s no God to give us meaning.
**Reading for this meeting:**
* From chapter (including) “The Absurd Man” to (including) the Appendix “Hope and the Absurd in the Work of Franz Kafka”
Copies are available in-store at for example [Topping](https://www.toppingbooks.co.uk/books/albert-camus/the-myth-of-sisyphu(…)
Make friends in Edinburgh – International event !
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Queens Arms
Make international friends & speak languages !
The languages spoken may vary based on the participants.
👉🍺🥤 You are asked to order a drink directly upon arrival to participate.
🚫 Outside food and drinks are not allowed.
Thanks in advance for your respect towards the welcoming bars.
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Tracing Apache Kafka® with OpenTelemetry
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Trustpilot
Join us for an Apache Kafka® meetup on Wednesday, July 24th from 6:00pm in Edinburgh hosted by Trustpilot!
📍**Venue:**
Trustpilot
10 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2PF, UK
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🗓 **Agenda:**
* 6:00pm: Doors open/Welcome
* 6:00pm – 6:30pm: Drinks & Networking
* 6:30pm – 7:30pm: Harry Kimpel, Principal Developer Relations Engineer, New Relic
* 7:30pm – 8:30pm: Pizza, Drinks & additional Q&A/Ne(…)
ProductTank Edinburgh Social @ Beehive Inn
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Beehive Inn, 18 – 20 Grassmarket
Join ProductTank Edinburgh for an exciting evening of networking and camaraderie at our pub meetup!
This event is an excellent opportunity for product enthusiasts, professionals, and those interested in the industry to connect with like-minded individuals in the vibrant product community.
We’re thrilled to be hosting this event at The Beehive Inn, a fantastic location known for its welcoming atm(…)
Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism (Yanis Varoufakis)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Blue Blazer
**Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism (Yanis Varoufakis)**
*A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR*
Capitalism is dead. Welcome to technofeudalism.
In his boldest and most far-reaching book, the visionary economist and number-one bestselling author Yanis Varoufakis shows how the owners of big tech became the world’s feudal overlords – replacing capitalism with a fundamentally new system th(…)
4000 weeks: time and perspective!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Wash Bar
Time! Does the fact we have a finite amount of time, actually potentially make life better?
How do we overcome some of the challenges keeping us away from how we really want to spend our time?
Is time even a real thing, or an agreed concept?!
Let’s spark some chat about time, what inspires us, and how to find meaning, joy & perspective in amongst daily routine and repetition.
The meet up is fr(…)
July German Meetup
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Pear Tree
We usually use a different pub every month. But sticking with same venue as last month’s meetup on this occasion.
Usual event. Informal chat in German over drinks. A lot of our members don’t get regular opportunities to speak German. So anyone attending our events should please be ready to hold a conversation in German.
We have tables booked inside. But ideally, we would move outside if the weat(…)
Scald Law and Carnethy Hill Hike
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Flotterstone Inn car park
Welcome to Hills, Thrills, and Wildlife Wanders, a Edinburgh-based group that unites like-minded individuals eager to explore the great outdoors beyond the city limits, seeking out the finest walks Scotland has to offer. After spending last few weeks heading up to Loch Rannoch, the Trossachs, Loch Lomond and the Moffat Hills. We have decided to do an adventure which is a little closer – Scald Law(…)
Basketball Pick up game on THU — @ST LEONARD — £5 on the link in description
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: St Leonard’s Land
Hi all,
Come join for a pick-up game of basketball game. We’ll play either full court or half court/s depending on the number. I’ll bring 2 basketballs, bibs and emergency first aid kit.
We’re here to have fun and be safe and healthy.
When you get to the reception please quote the meetup group name (Edinburgh Pick-up Basketball Meetup) in order to get in the Games Hall.
Keep in mind, you shoul(…)
Outdoor Korfball Training – Everyone Welcome!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Jawbone Walk
Join us for an exciting game of outdoor korfball—a fun, dynamic team sport similar to basketball and netball but with mixed-gender teams and unique rules that encourage cooperation and strategy. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a complete beginner, all are welcome to come and enjoy the game, meet new friends, and soak up some sunshine.
Afterward, we’ll head out for some delicious ice cream or a(…)
Pub Quiz – Amber Rose
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Amber Rose Pub
Come and join us for a fun Dr Paul quiz. This week it’s an amazing £350 rollover jackpot for the cash part of the quiz!!! (£2 to enter). Main quiz is free – bar tab plus other prizes to be won.
We can meet from 7.30 pm for drink/food/chat before quiz (quiz starts at 8pm).
2 tables booked under “Elaine Mackie”
Hope to see you there.(…)
July Edinburgh Book Club
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Levels Cafe & Lounge
Maybe you’re only a couple of chapters in. Maybe you’ve completed a book. Maybe you’re interested in fantasy. Maybe you’re interested in facts. Whatever the case, come join us for a coffee and share your thoughts on what you’ve read so far. Look forward to seeing you! :)(…)
Wild Warrior – Empowerment by the Sea
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Joppa
Join us for an empowering one-hour event where we’ll gather around a cosy campfire on the beach, exploring the topic of empowerment in a safe and supportive environment.
We’ll delve into what empowerment means in our lives, how to step forward and empower ourselves, and how to pivot towards a more fulfilling future.
Following our insightful discussion, we’ll venture into the sea to harness the p(…)
Four Square Cafe/Saughton Park Stroll
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Four Square Cafe
The plan is to meet in the cafe for lunch/blether and then have a leisurely stroll round the park (weather permitting). I have booked a table indoors but could perhaps sit outside if it’s a nice day.
Four Square Park Cafe is run by an Edinburgh charity supporting people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. No exact menu available at the moment but it serves basic lunch fare like hot/(…)
Edinburgh Summerhall Writing Group (at The Gallery Bar)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: MF Coffee Shop
Working on a poem, a novel, an article, or an essay? Whatever you are writing, this session is about helping each other stay focused and motivated. We will be following the Pomodoro Technique, which entails writing for 25 minutes, followed by a 5-minute break. We share our aims for the session at the beginning, and then debrief at the end. All writers welcome.
Sessions will be held in The Gallery(…)
Drinks @ The Botanist
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Botanist Restaurant
**Meet up and join other people in Edinburgh this Saturday!**
**We’ve booked a reserved space at the Botanist, so grab a drink and come say hi!**
**As the evening goes on there’s also going to be some live music, so don’t miss out on this fun night!**
**See you there!**(…)
Edinburgh Enlightened Souls Group
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End
This group is for anyone who has had, or is interested in, a spiritual, psychic, near-death or other-worldly experience.
Come and meet, share or listen with others at our relaxed, casual event.
Please also note that spaces are limited so only RSVP if you are definitely going to attend, we understand emergencies can happen last minute so if this happens please amend your RSVP rather than leave it (…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh on Whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk, List.co.uk, or Frommers.com.
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River Dipping for 5 to 10 year olds
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Water of Leith Conservation Trust and Visitor Centre
Join us to explore the river and find out what lives in the water.
Splash! for 3 to 6 year olds
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Water of Leith Conservation Trust and Visitor Centre
Grab your wellies and come make a splash in the river!
Dr Bell’s Summer 2024 – Creative writing with Amy
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Dr Bells Family Centre
Come and join Amy for a workshop based around creative writing.
Book Launch Party & Journaling Session – Celebrate ‘Crumbling Before You’
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 37 Marshall St
We look forward to celebrating with you and embarking on a journey of healing and self-discovery through the power of journaling.
Needle thread felting highland coo
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: The Vine Conference Centre
Come along to our evening class and learn to made a needle thread highland coo !
Edinburgh Permaculture Festival Weekend (Fri 26 Jul – Mon 29 Jul 2024)
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Edinburgh
Join us for a long weekend’s mini festival of visits to a variety of permaculture influenced projects, and gardens in and beyond Edinburgh.
Dr Bell’s Summer 2024- Ceilidh for Kids
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Dr Bell’s Family Centre
Join us in learning some traditional Scottish dancing!
Around the World Arts and Crafts (P2-7)
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: The Steading
Arts and Crafts session
Free Expression: Creative Writing with Jenny Lindsay
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Saltire Society
A full-day workshop designed to challenge writer’s block, free up creativity & challenge self-censorship. New & experienced writers welcome!
Introduction to Drystone Dyking
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Harlaw House Visitor Centre, Balerno EH14 7AS
On this 2 day workshop you will learn a traditional rural craft that dates back thousands of years.
Cabaret with Pitchcraft
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: The Scotsman Hotel
Join us for a night of cabaret! Where the audience pick the music and we sing the songs you chose.
Easter European night in Edinburgh
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Boteco Do Brasil Edinburgh
We are inviting you to join the largest Eastern European community in Edinburgh!
Angus Peter Campbell: Eighth Moon Bridge
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Blackwell’s Bookshop
Join Angus Peter Campbell as he launches his new book Eighth Moon Bridge
Speed dating Event – Edinburgh ( 25 – 37 years)
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Revolution Bar
Come join us at our Speed Dating Event in Edinburgh for singles to meet new people and potentially find a special connection!
Messy Play (Pre-School)
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: The Steading
For pre-school children and their parents/ carers
July Zine Club at Kafe Kweer
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Kafe Kweer
Relax and make zines with us this July at Zine Club!!
The Beauty Highlight – Do More for Pores Masterclass with Benefit Cosmetics
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: John Lewis & Partners
Prime, Care, Set, Blur & Lock – achieve poreless-looking, smooth skin with Benefit Cosmetics
MONDAY 6PM : Nia masterclass on Burntisland Beach with Britta von Tagen
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Burntisland
Come join us for an energizing Beach Nia masterclass led by Britta von Tagen to experience the joy within your body, mind, emotions & spirit
Confidently Single, Boldly Dating : The Masterclass
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: egg & co working
Get ready to embrace your single status with confidence and dive into the world of dating fearlessly at our upcoming masterclass!