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.
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 Huntington Beach where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Huntington Beach
Friday Mix and Mingle @ Mess Hall Market
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Mess Hall at FLIGHT
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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(…)
Monday Night Trivia 🤔💭⁉️@ Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza🍕🍻 Irvine
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza Store – Irvine
Let’s get together for trivia.
How it works:
1\. Teams are 6\-10 people so we will be breaking into groups that size\.
2\. The trivia MC will post questions on the TV screens mounted on the patio and inside\.
3\. Each team will have a sample answer paper to write potential answer and a final answer paper to write final answers to turn into the MC at the end of the round\.
4\. There will 5 or 6 rou(…)
Ugly Christmas Sweater @ Sevilla (Costa Mesa)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Sevilla Restaurant & Tapas Bar
Theme: Ugly Christmas Sweaters! Christmas sweaters are NOT required, but you’ll have more fun if you play along 🙂
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 appet(…)
ORANGE – Friday Night Boardgame Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Zito’s Pizza
This is the monthly Zito’s Pizza meetup in Orange! Note that there will also be a 10% discount on food for our group during the event.
\*DESCRIPTION:
Join us at Zito’s Pizzeria for a most excellent evening of gaming and pizza! Enjoy playing a selection of modern board and card games! We will have half of the restaurant reserved for our group.
No experience necessary to attend!
\*FOOD AND DRINK(…)
OCREIN – Reading the Crystal Ball and Predictions for 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Hangar 24 Orange County
(No cost, no pitch) Forming new relationships and networking may be the most important aspect of success in real estate. Furthermore, learning from the real-life success and failure of other investors is invaluable. This is a perfect place to learn, grow, and network!!
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The connections that perfectly complement you are out there. If you have not found them yet, you aren’t looking hard enough(…)
Book Swap at Casita Bookstore
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Casita Bookstore
Hey everyone, we are back at Casita Bookstore for another book swap!
Got some books you’ve loved but are ready to pass on? Bring up to 3️⃣ pre-loved books and join us for a laid-back morning of swapping, sipping, and chatting about all things books!
Check-in starts at 10:00 AM— for each book you bring, you’ll be able to swap it for another. Set your reads on the display table, grab a drink, rela(…)
Board of Games: Monday Nites at Roscoes.
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ 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(…)
TBGG Presents That Board Game Night! @ Pitfire Pizza in Costa Mesa!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Pitfire Artisan Pizza
Greetings, fellow Gamers!
I want to cordially invite you all to That Board Game Night, every Thursday night from 6:30-09:30pm at Pitfire Pizza in Costa Mesa. We’ve had an amazingly diverse group join us from week to week, bringing a very fun energy and welcome atmosphere.
The focus of TBGG Game Night is primarily on promoting social interaction and the excitement and enjoyment of meeting new peo(…)
(Bi-Weekly)(Friday) Seal Beach JP Language and Cultural Exchange
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Bi-Weekly. 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***
Language and cultural exchange group in Seal Beach! This group is in response from other meetup groups’ members living in the South Bay who cannot comm(…)
Monday Evening Hike on Balboa Island and Newport Beach
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: 1090 Bayside Dr
ABOUT THE HIKE: This flat, five plus mile, two hour, moderate pace hike is a beautiful ocean and harbor experience on Balboa Island and Peninsula. It is considered advanced beginner because of the distance. We will meet in the parking lot of US Bank. ***REMINDER: The hike starts at 6:15. If you need to go to the restroom or run back to your car for something, please do it before 6:15 out of fairne(…)
Monthly beginners indoor rock climbing & lunch
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Long Beach Rising
SoCal LGBTQ+ Explorers, please join us for indoor climbing (bouldering) at Long Beach Rising!
If this is your first time, welcome. Organizers will provide general advice and a demonstration to help get you started. Parking is available on the street alongside and behind Long Beach Rising (205 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90813). We will meet in the foyer.
Day passes cost $27 and $5 for shoe hire(…)
HIIT Squad workout in the park!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: 17371 Eucalyptus Ln
Join the HIIT Squad for High Intensity Interval Training using our own body weight. The workout, with warm up and cool down, is around 60 minutes. Bring workout gloves and mat or towel to workout on the grass. Also bring a filled bottle of water to hydrate yourself.(…)
Ultimate Business Networking!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: The Country Club
This is a FREE Business Networking Event. Come with your “elevator pitch” and contact info and be ready to ask and answer the questions: “So, what do you do?” and “What’s a good lead for you?”
Please RSVP and if you need to change it, please do so, as I need to let the venue know how many people will attend.
NOTE: Beginning February, 2024 through the end of the year, we are moving from Thursdays t(…)
HIIT Squad workout in the Park
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: 17371 Eucalyptus Ln
Join the HIIT Squad for High Intensity Interval Training using our own body weight. The workout, with warm up and cool down, is around 60 minutes. Bring workout gloves and mat or towel to workout on the grass. Also bring a filled bottle of water to hydrate yourself.(…)
Orange County Flag Football Group (Weekly Pickup)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Russell C. Paris Park
IMPORTANT: If we don’t reach a minimum of 25 RSVPs by Thursday evening, the event will be cancelled for that week.
Hey Everyone! We are a fun and competitive group who welcomes anyone who wants to play some football. This is a co-ed 18+ group and all skill levels are encouraged! We play every Saturday year round for an average 3-4 hours or until we can’t play any more! We look forward to playing (…)
CHRISTMAS Yoga With Chanda!!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: Pacific Coast Hwy & 14th St
Come celebrate with some Christmas Yoga!! Bring your family, bring your friends! Chanda will guide you through a healing flow, complete with breath work and meditation. There will be a gift exchange-bring a gift if you want to participate :). Bring water, and dress in layers (it can be warmer or cooler than you expect). Donations via cash or Venmo @chanda-halpin
MERRY CHRISTMAS(…)
Knotts Speak Easy Toastmasters Club
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Ehlers Event Center
Conquer your fear of Public Speaking! Leadership training, self confidence building, personal growth and development, social and business networking, fun! This club is open to all interested parties and we encourage you to check us out!
Visit our website anytime https://2495.toastmastersclubs.org/(…)
Trail Run at Bolsa Chica Wetlands
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Graham Street
Start your weekend with a good sweat!
Let’s run through the Bolsa Chica Wetlands on Saturday Mornings at 8:00 am. Meet near the Stop sign at the corner of Slater and Graham.
This is a non-technical trail. Trail shoes not required but know that your shoes will get a little dirty.(…)
Orange County Business Networking Group Coffee in Huntington Beach CA
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Surf City Still Works
Welcome to the Trusted Business Partners Huntington Beach Coffee networking group. This TBP chapter will meet Thursdays at the Surf City Still Works, in Huntington Beach from 4:00 – 5:00pm.
Location:
Surf City Still Works is conveniently located at , 16561 Gemini La., Huntington Beach , for business professionals in Huntington Beach and surrounding cities.
Who Is Attending?
Entrepreneurs, small (…)
Yoga on the Beach with Michel
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Pacific Coast Hwy & 14th St
What better way to start the weekend than moving and breathing and stretching to the sound of the ocean!? Join us for an energizing flow that is sure to set your weekend on the right track!(…)
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
Sad Foos Presents – New Year, Same Foo – Funk + Old School + Oldies + 80’s
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Yost Theater
@ THE YOST THEATER IN DOWNTOWN SA, THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT!
La Gloria de la Navidad
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: 13280 Chapman Ave
Come and celebrate La Gloria de La Navidad with us in an event filled with joy, music, and Christmas traditions!
Orange County: DOC MARTIN – Christmas Party @ The Circle [18+]
![Orange County: DOC MARTIN - Christmas Party @ The Circle [18+]](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F918804033%2F159033129452%2F1%2Foriginal.20241217-114258?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&w=512&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&fp-x=5e-13&fp-y=5e-13&s=efe5bf488bf82e3e5f299804eaa7fc3c)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: The Circle OC
Join us for a Christmas celebration featuring House legend DOC MARTIN at the Circle OC on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024.
It’s a Wonderful Life
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: 3459 Via Lido
Celebrate the season at The Lido Theater with a festive lineup of classic and beloved Christmas movies all December long!
SABOR FRESA #1 CORRIDOS & PERREO “LA ULTIMA PEDA 2024”
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Yost Theater
THE #1 CORRIDOS AND PERREO PRESENTS LA ULTIMA PEDA 2024 EXPERIENCE AT THE YOST THEATER!
Orange County: JUNKIE KID @ The Circle OC [18+]
![Orange County: JUNKIE KID @ The Circle OC [18+]](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F892884343%2F159033129452%2F1%2Foriginal.20241106-093701?crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&w=512&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&fp-x=0.005&fp-y=0.005&s=5ef46efb5156d9015b679de16a1d9f45)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Circle OC
After 3 years, Junkie Kid makes his way back to the Circle OC on Saturday, December 28th!
A Very Cabo Christmas Brunch
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel
Gather your loved ones for a rockin’ Christmas Brunch at Cabo Wabo Beach Club, located inside The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel.
MERGE: ARTIFACT “US TOUR” AT THE SPEAKEASY OC!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: 7231 W Garden Grove Blvd suite f
Merge presents ARTIFACT direct from Australia on his US Tour!
Debut US performance with a STACKED Dubstep/Riddim DJ lineup till late! (18+)
FREE Christmas Party w/ DOC MARTIN & Friends @ The Circle OC [18+]
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◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: The Circle OC
4th Annual Christmas Party with DOC MARTIN and Friends at The Circle OC on Wednesday , December 25th, 2024..
Winter Wonderland with J.Valentino
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: The Copper Door
The countdown to 2025 is ON! Join us for one last epic Friday night as we celebrate the end of 2024 at Copper Door’s Winter Wonderland Party
LA SONORA DINAMITA en LA SANTA de Orange County!.
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: La Santa
LA SONORA DINAMITA
En LA SANTA de Orange County!
**BOLETOS A $30 POR TIEMPO LIMITADO**
ULTIMOS BOLETOS DISPONIBLES
Mas info 323.430.3489
21+/ Petty Human Emotions, EOY Bash! @ HOB Anaheim’s Foundation Room
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room
Sound The Groove is proud to return to House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room with their End of the Year Bash!
21+/ Nice Marmot, End of the Year Bash! @ HOB Anaheim’s Foundation Room
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room
Sound The Groove is proud to return to House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room with their End of the Year Bash!
TWANG CITY with ROB LEINES // John Surge and the Haymakers + Nocona
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: DiPiazza’s
TWANG CITY with ROB LEINES // John Surge and the Haymakers + Nocona
21+/ Glenn432hz, End of the Year Bash! @ HOB Anaheim’s Foundation Room
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room
Sound The Groove is proud to return to House of Blues Anaheim’s Foundation Room with their End of the Year Bash!
Tibetan Healing Festival
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: 3636 Westminster Ave
Join us for a weekend of Tibetan healing practices and rituals to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at the Tibetan Healing Festival!
The Grinns with Happy Rabbit, Brady Young, Casey Conley
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Wayfarer
OC alternative music extravaganza feat The Grinns with Happy Rabbit, Brady Young and Casey Conley!
A circle to call in a collective prayer for the world.
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: MDitate
An evening of collective prayer, ceremonial cacao and full body immersive sound journey.
Noble Ales Comedy Show
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Noble Ale Works
The BEST Indie Comedy Show in Orange County!
Speed Dating | Ages 25-39 | Orange County | Saturday Night | Fancy A Go?
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: FLOE Lounge at the Irvine Marriott Hotel
Speed Dating | Ages 25-39 | Orange County | Saturday Night | Fancy A Go?