Let’s explore social events in Huntington Beach, CA 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 Huntington Beach, California. 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 Huntington Beach
IGNITE Orange County Meeting
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Mimi’s Cafe
IGNITE South Coast:
Where Ambitious Business Leaders Drive Growth Together
Are you tired of sitting through generic networking events that deliver zero value? [IGNITE South Coast](https://ignitesouthcoast.com/registration) is different.
Each month, forward-thinking business owners and leaders gather to share insights, solve challenges, and forge meaningful connections that drive real business gro(…)
New Members Welcome Mixer @ Hangar 24
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Hangar 24 Orange County
**Follow us on IG @mixandmingleoc for event updates and stories! Tag us with #mixandmingleoc**
Find friends to build your next social circle
Find your next business contact
Find a fun experience to fill your evening
Everyone is looking for something, someone might be looking for someone like you!
Each event will be centered around organic, free-flow socializing. No pressure, no awkward ice breaker(…)
#OCHappyHour @ Mesa Lounge (Costa Mesa)
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Mesa Lounge
Note #1: If you feel sick or unwell in ANY way, please stay home. If you have a cough, cold, fever, or if you’re sneezing or have a runny nose, it’s best to stay home until your symptoms have passed.
Note #2: Please buy at least one drink and, ideally, some food as well (like appetizers, for example) while at the event. Especially during these crazy times, we’re grateful to have venues willing to(…)
Southern California Real Estate Investors Networking Meetup
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County, an IHG Hotel
Join us at the Southern California Real Estate Investors Club (SCREIC) for an interactive networking focusing on various aspects of real estate investing. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics of buying investment properties or an experienced investor interested in fix and flip strategies, this event is designed to cater to everyone in the real estate industry. Our professional ne(…)
Small Group Balboa Island and Peninsula to West Jetty Walk
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: US BANK (corner of Jamboree and Bayside Drive)
Please READ the following before signing up.
Park at your own risk. You may want to consider parking over by Pavilion’s rather than in front of Sapori or Union Bank as a private patrol company has ramped up their surveillance of the area.
Be a considerate hiker by not signing up unless you are certain you will be able to attend or, show up without a confirmed reservation. There is often a wait l(…)
Into the Wild; Permit Systems Demystified
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Sports Basement
If you love hiking, backpacking, and camping, but find yourself held back by the overwhelming and mysterious permitting system, then we are here to help.
In this class, we’ll talk about permits for:
\* National Parks and Forests (Recreation.com)
\* CA State Parks
\* Backcountry vs car camping permits
\* Local camping opportunities
\* Six month reservations vs 2 weeks before
\* Popular destination(…)
Huntington Beach path hike and Pacific City plus street fair (2.5 miles)
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Huntington Beach Pier
[Free Parking available] Take a 2.5 mile hike along the Huntington Beach walking path and we’ll also walk on the pier – plus we’ll walk through Pacific City (https://www.gopacificcity.com/) finishing with the Tuesday Farmer’s Market and Street Fair on Main Street where we can walk around and stop to listen to the band(s) playing.
We’ll meet right where the Huntington Beach Pier begins (look for me(…)
Nibbles 🍽️ and New Friends at Georgia’s🍗!
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Georgias Restaurant
Cornbread, fried green tomatoes, pulled pork sliders, and fried chicken! YUM! Let’s have some great food and get to know each other at Georgia’s!
https://georgias-restaurant.com/menu/georgias-restaurant-long-beach-4101-mcgowen-st-suite-155
You order at the counter, and we will try to sit in groups.
“WHAT IS SOUL FOOD? Gretchen Shoemaker, the heart of Georgia’s, would tell you it is the food you (…)
🧡 Funkstation Dance Party💃 2/21 Friday Nite! @ On the Rocks Garden Grove
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: 12752 valley view st.
Funk Station is one of THE hottest DANCE bands in the OC area. They are 5 professional, fun loving and committed musicians specializing in the “Old School” Funk, Soul and R&B genre, and dedicated to keeping everyone on the dance floor. Each member of this dance cover band is unique, extremely talented, and we collectively bring decades of musical experience to the table. We are THE funk band dedic(…)
Security Code Review and JWT
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Google Building FAIR
**Reserve your spot! Only 60 RSVPs for this specific event.**
**NOTE: The following will be in effect and mandatory for this meeting venue.**
* **RSVPs will close at 11:59 PM PT on Monday, February 17th, so kindly submit your RSVP by then. Walk-ins will not be permitted.**
* **Google Security mandates that RSVPs include your full name (in Meetup settings) and that you bring your ID, which will b(…)
Volleyball at Huntington Beach – Intermediate
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Lifeguard Tower 14
Only RSVP if you (and your guest) have read, understood, and agreed to the below statements. We aim to play 3s; however, we will occasionally play 4s and 2s. Additionally, we may run drills from time to time. Beginners are welcome to join; however, please know the basic beach volleyball rules, and how to serve, pass, and set. Our group may have varying levels of play depending upon attendees. We s(…)
SANTA ANA – Friday Night Boardgame Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: IHOP
Join us at IHOP for a most excellent evening of gaming and great food! Enjoy playing a selection of modern board and card games! No experience necessary to attend!
We meet twice a month, every 1st and 3rd Friday. This is the second meetup of the month. A small contribution ($1 suggested) is appreciated, but not required.
*GAME SELECTION:*
Game selection depends entirely on what is brought by at(…)
CLASSIC MOVIE: BALL OF FIRE
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: The Frida Cinema
Join us for an evening of classic movie fun and optional dinner before the movie.
6:00 pm – Dinner at 4th Street Market
201 E. 4th St, Santa Ana
https://www.4thstreetmarket.com/
7:15 pm – Movie at the Frida Cinema
305 E. 4th St, Santa
https://thefridacinema.org/purchase/421856/
Director: Howard Hawks Run Time: 111 min. Release Year: 1941
Starring: Barbara Stanwyck, Gary Cooper, Henry Travers, O(…)
HAPPY HOUR AT THE WHALER!
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: 2800 West Coast Hwy
MEET US FOR A DRINK AT THE WHALER!
Its Tacos and Tequila night! Not necessarily in that order.
Parking is free typically or you can park behind Starbucks (typically not a problem ) or on the street.
2800 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
We went here before and it was a blast!(…)
Tech Social at Social!
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Social – Costa Mesa
Join us for Tech Happy Hour at Social Restaurant in Costa Mesa!
This event is perfect for engineers, designers, managers, and anyone interested in the latest trends in technology.
Meet like-minded people, find new friendships and professional connections, and learn from each other in a relaxed social setting. Food and drinks will be available at happy hour prices all night. All backgrounds and i(…)
Volleyball at Huntington Beach Pier 4 pm – Intermediate or above
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Huntington Beach Pier
\*\* If we have less than 4 attendees who RSVP’d, the event will be cancelled. Looking forward to seeing you on Friday!!!\*\*
LIVE WEBCAMS – CHECK THE WEATHER & WINDS: https://hbcams.com/
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**Only RSVP if you (and your guest) have read, understood, and agreed to the below statements.**
We aim to play 3s; however, we will occasionally play 4s and 2s. Additionally, we may run drills from time to(…)
In Person!! CashFlow 101 / 202 game – 3rd Wed each month in Huntington Beach
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: 18477 Beach Blvd
We’re back to live, in-person CashFlow games!!
Come join us for a game of CASH FLOW 101 / 202 – we’re meeting in Huntington Beach
Whether this is your 1st time or your 100th time come join us.
6:30pm to 7pm: Networking – get to know like-minded folks. This is your opportunity to chat w/ those of a similar mindset (btw – they’re hard to find!). It’s a great chance to grow your network (nd possib(…)
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Panera Bread
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
Once a month. 7-9PM (Panera Bread now closes at 9 PM so you need to make your order by 8:30 PM, but after 9 PM the outdoors patio remains open). We can meet inside or outside in the patio, weather permitting, as needed.
***Event Information below***
New language and cultural exchange group in Seal Beach!
There is plenty of space availa(…)
Board of Games: Monday Nites at Roscoes.
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Roscoe’s – Fullerton
Board Games, Come play with us!
Don’t worry, you don’t need to know how to play! Our experienced members will be happy to teach you.
Roscoe’s Deli offers a large variety of draft beers and a delicious selection of deli style food. Respectfully, NO OUTSIDE FOOD AND DRINK ALLOWED! No smoking or vaping! Absolutely no playtesting, promotion or solicitation of members for other groups/organizations o(…)
@AIM Indoor Volleyball $10 cash ONLY. NO BEGINNERS, Inter to Adv: 9-10 Courts
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Aim Sportsplex
ROXIE will NOT ACCEPT MESSAGES ON MONDAY.
sign waiver and show proof of submission. https://www.aimsportsgroup.com/forms
*You must be familiar with 5-1 and 6-2 rotations to play on Monday night.
COURT AND TEAM ASSIGNMENTS LINK:
*filled in on check in each night
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QZ45q47oxQOS4RAuBgKq5PiH6RM1BOy8CPjbjzoMFLo/edit?usp=drivesdk
RSVP’S are closed at 3 PM. If y(…)
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 Huntington Beach, you can try out Surfcityusa.com, Huntingtonbeachevents.com, or Huntingtonbeachca.gov.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Huntington Beach, California
SURF NIGHT: Shaping the Future
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: The Lido Theater
Join us for SURF NIGHT- an ongoing series showcasing surf movies on the big screen presented by SURFER magazine.
Dr. Gigi Kroll Presents a Women’s Health Event
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: The Port Theater
Come join us for a fun M Factor Watch Party and Women’s Health Event – a night of entertainment and empowerment for women out there.
46th Winter Collection Systems Seminar CWEA SARBS
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Velvet Rose Event Center
One day Collection Systems Training and Vendor exhibition with Door Prizes! Earn up to 6 CEUs!
Long Beach Psychic and Healing Arts Fair
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Golden Sails Hotel
This is a psychic fair & health fair. Experience a psychic reading, tarot reading, astrology reading, energy healing, chakra healing…
Invasion “80’S NIGHT” At The Yost
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Yost Theater
THE YOST THEATER IN DTSA!
Orange County: DARREN STYLES @ The Circle OC [18+]
![Orange County: DARREN STYLES @ The Circle OC [18+]](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F928457423%2F159033129452%2F1%2Foriginal.20250106-111441?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&h=200&w=350&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&fp-x=0.005&fp-y=0.005&s=6616d88ebb536dbf0b901e6620c567f4)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Circle OC
The Hardstyle icon DARREN STYLES is taking over the Circle OC on Friday, February 21st!
Stop Light Themed Rave | Toxic Fridays
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Bleu Restaurant & Dancing
Get ready to dance all night long under the glow of red, yellow, and green lights at our Stop Light Themed Rave on 2025-02-22!
Long Beach Expo – The Collectibles Show
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Long Beach Convention Center – HALL C
Join us for the longest-standing collectibles show on the West Coast – since 1964! Learn about the value of your items, from the experts.
WTS-OC Presents: Welcome Reception for OCTA Board Chair Doug Chaffee
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Andrei’s Conscious Cuisine – The Great Room
Join WTS Orange County in welcoming ,Doug Chaffee Chair of OCTA’s Board of Directors for 2025.
Buena Park Double Header
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Double Tree by Hilton 7000 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
Mike Brennan, Esq. and
Richard Gann, JD
Namal Scholarship Fundraiser (Los Angeles, California)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Sheraton Garden Grove – Anaheim South Hotel
Let’s come together to raise funds for the Namal Scholarship – helping students achieve their dreams through education!
Selvático – Call Me, I Still Love You – Cabaret Burlesque Show
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Celebrations Venue
Selvático is a dynamic, audience immersive show, featuring live music, the sultry sounds of Alexandra Castle, and captivating dancers!
Community College CEO AI Leadership Bootcamp
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
A Weekend Academy Designed for Community College Presidents & Chancellors
Fiesta Del Amor: A Valentines Day Party @ La Vida Cantina Feb 21st
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: La Vida Cantina
Celebrate love & pasión at Fiesta Del Amor, Feb 21 @ La Vida Cantina! Latin vibes, cocktails, & fun for couples, friends, & solteros!
Love Genesis: Master Love. Understand Marriage. Then Date.
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Grand
Learn how to approach love God’s way and deepen your understanding of marriage and dating.
SPEED DATING | 40-60, FIRST DRINK FREE! WOMENS SECTION FULL!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Brewheim
Mingle with other singles in your age group at our SPEED DATING event for ages 40-60 – who knows, you might just find your perfect match.
Chariots of Fire
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: 3459 Via Lido
Relive the Magic of Hollywood’s Best Picture Winners!
Help Us Shape Our Vision Together!
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: 1117 Baker St
Join your NKBA SoCal Leadership Council as we build our Support Squad to create a vibrant community through dedication and collaboration!
Primer Evento De 2025 con Cuisillos, Banda Carnaval y Banda Malecon
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet
Modelo Presenta Primer Evento De 2025 con Cuisillos, Banda Carnaval y Banda Malecon
USC MAA-OC Networking Lunch: Newport Beach Country Club – 2/21/25
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Newport Beach Country Club
Join Marshall alumni and fellow OC Trojans at our networking lunch at Newport Beach Country Club! All Trojan alumni are welcome. Fight On!