Let’s explore social events in Leeds, UK 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 Leeds where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Leeds
Games Night (Crowd of Favours)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Crowd of Favours
Welcome to Games Night!
We’ll be meeting up in Crowd of Favours for this event. The venue has plenty of seating and table space available, as well as options for Food & Drink.
All you need is to bring yourselves, and maybe a board game or two to play. We have a selection of board games, card games and other casual party games to offer if you need one, or just fancy playing something different. The(…)
Women Only Social
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Head of Steam
Monthly midweek social, any questions let the host(s) know.
**Venue subject to change due to number of RSVPs and other unforeseen circumstances, check back here before setting off**(…)
Monthly Social @ Nation of Shopkeepers
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Nation of Shopkeepers
**Casual social at Nation of Shopkeepers**
Whether you’re sober curious, totally teetotal or just want a evening without pressure to drink alcohol then please join us for a chilled evening at Nation of Shopkeepers.
They have a great selection of alcohol-free drinks and soft drinks.
**Where we’ll be**
It’s easier to enter through the front door on Great George Street. Once at the bar, turn left (…)
A11y North #4 | Exploring Low Vision & Voice Guidance
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: BJSS
We are proud to announce A11y North #4, hosted by our friends at BJSS.
Free pizza, free drinks, networking and 2 amazing talks by 2 great people.
Come along and meet likeminded accessibility professionals and advocates, just a stones throw away from Leeds train station.
**Talk 1: Screen magnification and browser zoom**
Andy joins us from Evoluted in Sheffield, where he is a Technical Team Lead.(…)
Wait, You Can Code on an iPad?
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Answer Digital
This month we’ll have a talk from [James Froggat](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mutatingfunc/). Will will be hosted by [Answer Digital](https://answerdigital.com)
**Wait, You Can Code on an iPad?**
*App Development with Swift Playgrounds*
In 2021, Apple released an IDE specifically for building apps on iPad. But it’s a feature of Swift Playgrounds, so everyone overlooked it.
In this talk, we’ll e(…)
LGBT+ Squash @ Kirkstall
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Kirkstall Leisure Centre
For newbies and regulars alike, join us at our classic, weekly Kirkstall Leisure Centre session!
**What to Expect**
90 minutes of beginner level, non-competitive, social squash, across two indoor courts with time on and off the court. We’re happy to show you how to play.
**What to Bring**
Suitable sportswear, trainers, and a bottle of water. We have everything you need to play all included in th(…)
November Event: Code Reviews and Make Your Own Luck
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: AutoProtect Offices
This is a free in-person event, open to all.
★ The talks
18:30 – **Arrive, pre-talks networking & pizzas 🍕**
**19:00 – Code Reviews! Are they worth it? – Graham Cook**
Code reviews. Love them or hate them, they’re something that most good engineering teams do. But how well understood is the process and the potential benefits, not just for the resulting code, but for the team itself? In this ta(…)
Pub Quiz (with free food) at The Crown & Anchor in Rodley
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Crown & Anchor
General knowledge pub quiz at the Crown & Anchor, the quiz usually starts around 8:30ish. The quiz is followed by a game of Play your Cards Right. The event normally lasts until about 10:30. There is also free food at half time.
I will be collecting a pound for Mat’s Meet Up fees on the night but feel free to send it ahead of time if you prefer using digital currency, which seems to be the norm t(…)
Mercer Gallery: New Exhibition.
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Mercer Art Gallery
The New Light Prize 2023/24 Exhibition: Shining a light on (contemporary) Northern Artists.
The Mercer Gallery in Harrogate is on Swan Road close to the Pump Room and the bottom entrance to the Valley Gardens.
I’ve had a look at the exhibition and it’s well worth a visit – something for all tastes.
Those that wish can go on after to a café.(…)
Writing Meetup and Social at The Soap Factory
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: The Soap Factory
**Please note – this event will be at The Soap Factory, 4 Whitehall Quay**
**Leeds, LS1 4HR. A short walk away from Leeds Train Station. It is a requirement to buy something from the venue when attending.**
*HOW WE WORK*
Time to write!
For the first half (from 6.00pm to 7.30pm), we work on our own material before drifting into more of a social! We work on our own projects, from novels to screen(…)
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Leeds
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 188 Woodhouse Ln.
Hello 👋🏼,
Welcome to Sahaja yoga meditation in Leeds
We have in person meetings on wednesdays from 7.15pm to 8.30pm
188 Woodhouse Lane,
Leeds LS2 9DX
http://www.leedsquakers.org.uk/meetings/central-leeds
We will start with an introduction for new joiners followed by meditation and video extracts of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi, the founder of Sahaja Yoga meditation.
No physical exercise is in(…)
Try Dry-tooling indoors (using ice axes for climbing with no ice)
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: The Climbing Hub
Dry-tooling is climbing sport in itself but also a good way to use ice-climbing techniques to build these skills before heading for some winter climbing. This is a bit of an intro session to and some guidance will be available. This meet is part of the Hub Dry-Tooling Social night at The Climbing Hub, Bradford (about an 1.5 hrs from Sheffield).
**What to bring**: climbing shoes and helmet. They s(…)
Make friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Leeds
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Three’s a Crowd
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat BEFORE joining the group (MANDATORY) ⚠️⚠️⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful experience:**
\- 🍺🥤 You are asked to order a dr(…)
MOTHERSHIP: Introductory one-shot – RERUN
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: The Adelphi
Due to the interest, and number of last minute cancellations, this is a RE-RUN of the intro event from the 11th.
Are you new to TTRPGs? Perhaps you’re experienced, but want to try something different? Or are you someone who likes getting attached to your character (who certainly won’t die in some mysterious and/or gruesome way)?
Then why not try MOTHERSHIP: A Sci-fi/horror RPG that is easy to pl(…)
Leeds Pool Squad Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Northern Snooker Centre
We want to bring together people that enjoy playing pool. We’re open to anyone at any skill level and we would love for you to join us!
Everyone can meet up around the bar area and get to know each other a bit first. Please try to arrive in the first half hour (or message me) so we can take you into account for tables. We will start the games at 19:30 and play through until 21:30. The tables will(…)
Xmas Party🎄💃🕺🥁🎶 Mustard Pot .Dj Randy ( Disco, Funk and Soul)✨️✨️🧡
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: undefined
New owners 🫶😊 New Vibe. This is our launch night at the fabulous Mustard Pot in Chapel Allerton. Join us for great Vibes and 🎶 Music🥁🕺💃 This event is also joined with SociallifeUk(…)
Bootstrap Your Way To Success
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: City Square
Join us for an inspiring evening with [Sharon K. Gillenwater](https://www.sharonkgillenwater.com/) and [Peter Hopton](https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterhopton/) as they share insights on bootstrapping your tech startup.
Sharon will discuss building a successful business without excessive spending, while Peter will share his remarkable journey and strategies for overcoming common entrepreneurial pi(…)
Acro Yoga Beginner’s class
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: We Are Wellness
Booking required: [WeAreWellness.co.uk](https://momence.com/Scarlot–Robinson/Acro-Yoga-6-Week-Course-/106546978)
Beginner Acroyoga class every Wednesday from 6:45- 8pm at We Are Wellness.
Acro yoga, often referred to as Partner Acrobatics, Acro, or Acro Balance, is the combination of a yoga mentality with an acrobatic inspired movement practice and teamwork.
During this class, [Scarlot](https:(…)
Tropical F Storm: Brudenell: £20
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Brudenell Social Club
Angular indie pop from Aussie band with a name that contributes to them struggling to get radio air-play. Grew from the ashes of a band called ‘The Drones’.
Really liked their first two albums, but haven’t had the chance to see them live yet.
Please RSVP if you wish to attend the gig and the meetup! There’s no charge for the Meetup, but obviously you’ll need to buy a ticket for the gig itself.
(…)
Laynes mid-morning Social | Brunch Food | 18-30s
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Laynes Espresso
**Come and hang out with our local community to eat some yummy brunch, meet new people and enjoy a friendly relaxed atmosphere. We’ll meet in a Laynes Cafe in the city centre, close to the train station! Check out the Laynes menu here**
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57335e0659827ee074bcdc1d/t/6635058911750c20914b47a5/1714750858967/LAYNES+MAY+MENU.pdf
Laynes has an extensive menu and a f(…)
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 Leeds, you can try out Visitleeds.co.uk, Rshostels.co.uk, or Leeds-list.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Leeds, UK
National Modeshift Convention & Sustainable Travel Awards 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Royal Armouries Museum
This year’s National Modeshift Convention takes place on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 November at The Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds.
Bradford Brick Festival November 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Sedbergh Sports and Leisure Centre
A LEGO fan event in Bradford dedicated to all things brick!
Israelism
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Western Lecture Theater
ISRAELISM uniquely explores the generational shift of young American Jews attitudes towards the state of Israel.
Building The Reading School
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Roundhay School
A through school perspective for Leaders and Teachers covering a wide range of principles into best practice and drawing on current research
City Bloc Presents: Bloc Party 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: City Bloc: Indoor Climbing wall Leeds
Bloc Party 2024: Two epic days of competing, drinks, tunes, stalls, giveaways, and of course a limited edition Bloc Party tee.
The Psychology of Cats with Dr Jon Bowen
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: The Wardrobe
Worshipped & domesticated by us for over 10,000 years, learn what modern science says about what goes on inside the mind of a cat! With Q+A.
Maximising Employee talents and managing your workforce
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Flutter Entertainment
Connect Yorkshire Partner event with Q5 and Black Kat HR: Maximising Employee talents and managing your workforce
Northern Lights Conference 2024
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Clarion
The 12th Northern Lights family law conference brings you workshops from top DR professionals with superb networking, in great company.
Wakefield BID Awards 2024
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Wakefield Cathedral
Celebrate local success at the Wakefield BID Awards 2024! Join us for an evening of awards, entertainment, and surprises.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE- Under 18s Band Night
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Otley Social Working Mens Club
The return of our popular under 18s band night- the 9th in the series!- featuring local under 18 bands
Jude Samuels Seminar
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: IMA
Jude Samuels joins us again for another GI seminar! The mat was buzzing last time and we expect the same if not better this time!
Pre-Christmas Party with DJ HLN Ibiza Resident & Island Guest DJ
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: The Cocktail Pickers Club – Perfectly Batched Bar
Join us November the 23rd for a 90’s house and Club Classic evening! with DJ HLN, Ibiza Resident & Island Guest DJ! Cocktails, Craft & Food!
FilmSoc x FemSoc – ‘Thelma and Louise’ (1991)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Headingley Enterprise & Arts Centre
Leeds University Film Society x Leeds University Feminist Society Present ‘Thelma and Louise’ (1991)! Showing Nov 20th @ Headingly Heart
Film Presentation: Where Olive Trees Weep
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Wheeler Hall
The film brings to light the lives of people the filmmakers met on their 2022 journey in the occupied West Bank
Exclusive Film Screening – Wicked Part 1 (LEEDS)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Vue Cinema Leeds – The Light
Join the Bone Cancer Research Trust for an exclusive film screening of the highly anticipated Wicked Part 1 at Vue Leeds – The Light
Discos for Grown Ups 70s, 80s, 90s pop-up disco party Kings Hall, ILKLEY
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: King’s Hall & Winter Garden
The legendary DISCO FOR GROWN UPS pop-up disco party is coming back to the King’s Hall, Ilkley for another incredible night of boogie!
The Attic Ceilidh Club [Nov 22nd]
![The Attic Ceilidh Club [Nov 22nd]](https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F806637319%2F376881242891%2F1%2Foriginal.20240712-123359?w=512&auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&rect=0%2C184%2C960%2C480&s=c3aba26c5094339bdad541a52d83c894)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 3 Sheaf St
The Attic’s monthly Ceilidh Club. Usually every last Friday of the month, but this time we’re doing it a week early! £10 adv. Doors 7pm.
THE LEEDS UNI UNION LITTLE BIG BAND! LIVE AT SELA
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Sela Bar
Catch the Leeds Uni Union & Little Big Band live at Sela on Thursday 21st November.
The Marketing Meetup IRL: Leeds
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Glean
The Leeds Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another.
Community Fundraiser – Race Night
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Winthorpe Residents Association
Get ready for a fun night of horse racing, betting, and raising funds for our community – it’s going to be a blast!