Let’s explore social events in Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine
Saturday Morning Hike – Peters Canyon Lake View Trail
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Peters Canyon Regional Park
***Peters Canyon Lake View Trail Hike***
**Hosted by:** Anna C\. \| Fullerton Hiking Club
**Kickstart Your Weekend with a Scenic Hike!**
Join us for a beautiful 5.7-mile loop hike through Peters Canyon Regional Park on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8:00 AM! This trail offers rolling hills, lake and canyon views, and a mix of shaded and open terrain, making it the perfect way to start your week(…)
Saturday Coffee Social
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Wall Writers Coffee
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Each week we will gather at the same spot, outside on the patio near the swinging benches.
This will be a recurring self-led casual gathering for our growing community! There will not be an official host but the space is pretty small and you will easily be able to find our group. For those who are regu(…)
Let’s walk at The Great Park !!! 4.5 miles
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: 8200 Great Park Boulevard
ABOUT THE HIKE:
We will be walking through the Great Park And one residential area in Irvine. It is about 4 miles on flat paved surfaces. There is no elevation gain and dogs are allowed in the whole area (including at the Great Park Balloon). DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD:
We will meet and start our hike by the P4 parking area at the back – behind the Soccer/Tennis fields. To get there, simply take th(…)
IRVINE VOLLEYBALL & FUN!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Great Park
3 X 3 or 2 X 2 GAMES ONLY (depending on how many sign in)
High Beginners to INTERMEDIATES PLAYERS ;-P
Minimum guest count has to be 4 for this event to occur.
A decision will be made by the 9pm the night before.
Advance players are welcome to come, but expect the play level to be intermediate.
All RSVPs will be first come first serve, once the cap is met you will be placed on the WAITLIST and a(…)
Silent Book Club Meetup (Irvine): Thurs 3/6
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: One Zo Boba
BYOB (bring your own book!)
Meeting format:
6:45-7:00pm : Introductions and order drinks
7:00-7:45pm : Read silently
7:45pm-8:45pm : Bookish talks
We will be seated at the outdoor area in front of One Zo Boba @ Woodbury Town Center. Please look for a bunch of people reading books. That’ll be us!(…)
Deerfield 6PM Sand-VB, ADVANCED & HIGH Intermediate players ONLY
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Deerfield Community Park
**GOOD SPIRITED PEOPLE ONLY**
**HIGH INTERMEDIATE + & ADVANCED PLAYERS**
for teams of 2 to 4 experienced players on each team.
**FAST PACE GAMES – GREAT DEFENSE – GOOD HITTERS**
Participants need have good control of the ball on passes and sets with above-average agility/mobility.
One overs need to be at a minimum. We are playing a STRUCTURED volleyball. **Level & skills will be prioritized.**
P(…)
Sidewalks of Turtle Rock – adv. beginner level (4 miles)
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Turtle Rock Elementary School
This Tuesday night, we will walk in the Irvine community pathways of Turtle Rock, in Irvine. This is mostly a beginning level walk on pavement and requires no special equipment other than a good pair of tennis shoes and some water. There is an occasional hilly street and some stairs, but none too difficult for the novice walker. It’s still a good workout! And I’m known for occasionally changing th(…)
Wednesday Coed Sand VB Intermediate and above 2s, 3s and 4s
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Deerfield Community Park
We do ask you be intermediate (M, H) to advanced in your level of play in order to have competitive and fun games. INTERMEDIATE (M): have OK fundamentals and can control their hits, serves, passes and sets more than 60% of the time. Need to work on ball control more! INTERMEDIATE (H): have GOOD fundamentals and control their hits, serves, passes and sets more than 70% of the time! LET HAVE SOME FU(…)
SANTA ANA – Friday Night Boardgame Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ 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 first 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 att(…)
Irvine 2v2 VB (TEMP RELOC, see desc.), INT+ & ADV players only. 8 players max.
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Location TBD in Irvine
\*\*\*TEMPORARY LOCATION CHANGE FROM DEERFIELD\*\*\*
Please message JC for location information. The new location is still within the vicinity of Deerfield Community Park.
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**Event is limited to 8 players. 2v2 games.**
**INTERMEDIATE+ & ADVANCED players only.**
Players with h(…)
GUIDED RED ROCK CANYON HIKE WITH GEOLOGIST JAY SCHNEIDER
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Whiting ranch
\*\*This is not a beginner’s hike. Some hiking experience is strongly recommended.\*\* READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE DESCRIPTION.
Join us on a 4.0 mile, approximately 2.5 hour hike up the Borrego Canyon Trail and Red Rock Canyon Trail to see the remarkable Red Rock Canyon of Orange County. The total elevation gain is approximately 500 feet.
**We’ll meet at the trailhead at 8:15 am. We will wait 1(…)
Evening Hike in Irvine’s Beautiful Shady Canyon
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Starbucks
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ABOUT THE HIKE:
Join Meetup friends for a fun, relaxing, evening hike on the beautifully maintained and scenic Shady Canyon Trail in Irvine. This out and back trail provides for a flexible pace that accommodates beginner and experienced hikers alike. The route follows a multi-purpose trail that includes your choice of either (…)
MOVIE: DAVID LYNCH’S “MULHOLLAND DRIVE”
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Frida Cinema
Cross-posted with [LA & OC Weirdo Music and Art Forum](https://www.meetup.com/la-oc-weirdo-music-and-art-group/events/306052339)
We celebrate the late great David Lynch’s life with his “Mulholland Drive” (2001)
*”The movie is a surrealist dreamscape in the form of a Hollywood film noir, and the less sense it makes, the more you can’t stop watching it. It’s the story of… well, there’s no way to(…)
MOVIE: DAVID LYNCH’S “BLUE VELVET”
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Frida Cinema
Cross-posted with [LA & OC Weirdo Music and Art Forum](https://www.meetup.com/la-oc-weirdo-music-and-art-group/events/306052339)
We celebrate the late great David Lynch’s life with his **Blue Velvet** (1986)
*”Lynch pushes audiences into places not everyone wants to go, and Blue Velvet is not a conventional good time at the movies. But it is one of the most brilliant and provocative films of the(…)
Meditate with a Monk in Irvine :: Mind Body Relaxation With Mindfulness Practice
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Turtle Rock Community Park
Unlock inner peace, tranquility, and mental well-being through the transformative power of meditation. Meditate with a Monk offers a unique program meticulously crafted to cater to individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their age or meditation experience. Immerse yourself in this excellent opportunity to cultivate mindfulness and harness positive energy.
**Even though a Buddhist monk g(…)
NATURE WALK: BACK BAY NEWPORT BEACH
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center
* JOIN US FOR A FREE SLOW-PACED CONTEMPLATIVE NATURE WALK THROUGH THE BACK BAY! LEARN ABOUT SHRUBBERY, DIRT, AND PIGEONS! NO I’M KIDDING! THIS WILL BE FUN AND INFORMATIVE! AND FREE! THERE MIGHT BE SOME SHRUBBERY DISCUSSION THOUGH, YOU NEVER KNOW.
**We will be lead by Emma Arago, a Resource Specialist from O C parks.**
Her title is: Resource Specialist – Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
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* **Da(…)
tech night!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: University Town Center
tech night! hosts events for techies to take a screen break and reset via social connection.
get to know new people with common career interests. talk work, side projects, hobbies, music, anything of genuine interest.
we encourage friend-making > network-building.
all roles + identities + ages + allies welcome 🏳️🌈 🌐(…)
March Hike & Lunch (Oak Canyon Nature Center) in Anaheim
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Oak Canyon Nature Center
***Join us on the beautiful Oak Canyon Nature Center and Walnut Canyon Reservoir with brunch following at Woody’s Diner (Yorba Linda)!***
The hike will take us up the first canyon and around the Walnut Canyon reservoir atop of the park and back down where we will hike the other canyons that make up the Nature Center. No pets allowed. Bring water, comfortable lightweight shoes or hiking shoes with (…)
OCCATS March Happy Hour (For Beach Cities ladies only)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Eddie V’s
OCCATS March Happy Hour (Beach city ladies only)
This is a happy hour event (private OCCAT event), intended for OCCAT ladies in the beach cities to enjoy happy hour gatherings but not be caught in weeknight rush hours. We will be meeting at 4:30-6:30pm at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood @ 1370 Bison Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92660. ***You must RSVP for this event to attend.*** Please RSVP as reservation only(…)
Indoor Rock Climbing + Game Night!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Aesthetic Climbing Gym
Welcome to OC Rock Climbers! Come join for a night of rock climbing and board games! We’re meeting up at Aesthetic Climbing Gym, a great gym for both seasoned climbers and newbies that want to try climbing. They have bouldering, top rope, and lead climbing. I’ve been climbing at ACG since they’ve opened and I love the friendly atmosphere there.
After climbing for an hour or two, we’ll head upstai(…)
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 Irvine, you can try out Destinationirvine.com, Cityofirvine.org, or Orangecounty.net.
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51st Annual CDM Home Tour (March 2025)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Various Addresses – Please see Home Locations at www.CDMHomeTour.org
Corona del Mar Middle and High School PTA 51st Annual Home Tour
Startup CPG Alley Rally at Expo West sponsored by NIQ 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Bowlero Anaheim
Party at Expo West! Network and discover new CPG brands, and celebrate your hard work at Expo West with the largest CPG community!
Vitamin Angels 2025 Celebration
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
Join us back at the ARTIC for our 2025 Celebration during Expo West
She Is by Junior League of Orange County, CA
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Oasis Community Center
We invite you to celebrate the women in your life who radiate and inspire other women through a day of speakers, networking, and connecting.
Climate Day at Expo West 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Anaheim Marriott
Attend the essential event for climate leaders – gain actionable insights, hear top speakers, and network with your peers.
GEMfest 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Sage Hill School
Get ready for GEMfest 2025, an exciting day for 6th-8th grade girls with hands-on workshops, an inspiring keynote speech, and awesome swag!
Artificial Insanity: A Futuristic Networking Experience
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: HEAT Ultra Lounge
Artificial Insanity: A Futuristic Networking Experience
Natural Products Expo West: Prebiotics Symposium
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: 2030 Main St
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming Prebiotics Symposium, an event dedicated to advancing the science and application of prebiotics.
Worn-Tin and Freak Nature Puppets with Missing Wiba and Soft Autumn
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Wayfarer
Worn-Tin and Freak Nature Puppets team up to bring a unique set of lofi hits and what is to be an insane live show!
Dungeons & Dragons & Tiki Drinks (Live D&D Battles!)- Costa Mesa
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Tiki Bar
A night of live tabletop battles and meeting new D&D players and fans!
Orange County Tech & Finance Networking Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Mesa
Meet Established Professionals In Tech & Finance!
Jazz Lab
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Saddleback College – McKinney Theatre (accessible from Lot 12)
Presented by the Music Department
The Business of Dentistry: Elevate your Practice!
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Bien-Air USA, Inc.
Learn how to take your dental practice to the next level with expert tips and strategies at our event!
OC Health and Wellness Practitioner Networking Event
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Flora Fauna Wellness
Come join us at the OC Health and Wellness Practitioner Networking Event to connect, collaborate, and grow together!
OC Singles Mixer – Newport Beach – More than just Speed Dating
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Helmsman Ale House
Join us for a Friday Night Singles Mixer @ Helmsman Ale House in Newport Beach. Meet OC Singles waiting to meet you!
the Focus Well
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: 3195 Airport Loop Dr suite d2
Well+Sano launches: the Focus Well, a social supper club sharing stories through mindful practices and authentic connections.
OC Multifamily Leadership Summit and Social
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Aliso Viejo Country Club
Get ready for networking, learning, and fun with fellow leaders in the OC multifamily industry at our Leadership Summit and Social!
Annual Canada Business Builder’s Breakfast
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Sheraton Park Hotel
Join us in Anaheim, California for expert speakers, networking opportunities, and key export information to facilitate exporting to the USA!
Saddleback Symphony Orchestra
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Saddleback College – McKinney Theatre (accessible from Lot 12)
Presented by the Music Department
Big10 Beer & Bowling 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Forest Lanes
Big Ten Beer & Bowling 2025 is open to all Badgers, Big Ten Alumni, friends and family welcome! Join us for the friendly competition.