Let’s explore social events in London, 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 London where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in London
Thursday – Mixed Social Doubles Badminton
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: New Rokeby School
**Event: Mixed Social Doubles Night**
Join us for a fun evening of mixed social doubles! This session is perfect for anyone looking to play friendly, competitive games, meet new people, and enjoy positive vibes. Here are the details:
**Time**: 7:30-9:30 pm
**Courts**: 3 courts available
**Players**: 16 spots (first come, first serve!)
Please arrive on time, bring your best energy, and get ready(…)
‘Dickensian Carol Service’ @ St. Bartholomew the Great Church!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: St. Bartholomew the Great Church (outside the entrance)
Come along on Wednesday 18th December for a Dickensian Carol Service at St. Bartholomew the Great Church!
The normal carol concert we attend at St. Stephen Walbrook church is not happening this year, as the church is closed until next April for restoration.
**About the service**
Many of the images we are familiar with in our Christmases today come to us from the Victorian era, and are associated(…)
Christmas Carol Concert @ All Souls Church!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: All Souls Church (outside the church main entrance)
Come along on Saturday 21st December for a Carol Concert at All Souls Church in central London!
**About the church**
All Souls Church in Langham Place was designed in by John Nash, built of Bath stone and was consecrated in 1824. It is quite a well known church, sitting just off Upper Regent Street and as the church stands directly opposite the BBC, it often broadcasts from the church.
All Souls(…)
NIETZSCHE AND WITTGENSTIEN ON LANGUAGE
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Square Pig
In the upcoming event, Dr. Nash Jocic will explore the contrasting views of Friedrich Nietzsche and Ludwig Wittgenstein on the nature and role of language.
Nietzsche regarded language as a tool molded by power, culture, and human needs rather than a neutral medium for uncovering truth. He argued that words inherently distort reality due to their tendency to simplify, generalize, and impose subject(…)
🍹🥳 WeRoad: End of Year Party (+ FREE DRINK AND PIZZA!) 😄🗺️
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Oliver Conquest
**What’s going down?** We’re celebrating an amazing first year with our awesome London community by throwing the **best end of year party in town** 🎉🥳
Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve been at every event since we launched or you’re just hearing about us for the first time. As always, we’ll have fun travel-themed activities to break the ice and a welcome drink for everybody, plus free pizza f(…)
Deeper Conversations – 1 to 1 🗣️💬
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: College Arms
Tired of small talk and ready to connect on a real level? Join us for **deep**, **meaningful conversations** and **new friendships** 👯♀️🎉 with a group of like-minded individuals who share your interests.
This event is **free** but you will be **required** to buy a drink before you can join us. Please support the venue by purchasing hot & cold drinks and food 🍭🍬🧁🍰🥤🧃
**Who is it for?**
*(…)
Perspectives – London Philosophy Event – Free to Attend (Open Discussion + Pub)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The London Art Bar
Hi join us at this weeks Philosophy event, as we get together to discuss a few trending topics, provoke an exchange of ideas – and get talking points out in the open.
Its a space to have fun, meet new people and understand a bit more about everything!
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We have an open and spacious venue all booked for the event. (London Art Bar.) There are plenty of tables & chairs, as well a(…)
🍃🥾 WeRoad 8.5km Hampstead Heath Walk & Pub Drinks 🍹 ft Waypoint Crew
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Gospel Oak Overground station
**🎉 What’s going down?** Are you keen to explore some of London’s amazing green spaces, while meeting people and making new friends? Join us for an exciting event with Waypoint Crew, London’s close-knit crew of outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers (ages 20’s-40’s).
**This event features a festive Christmas hike! 🎄✨** An 8.5km loop around the stunning Hampstead Heath! We’ll cap it off with (…)
Let’s view: Rooms Through Time: Winter Past @ Museum of the Home + Social!!!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Hoxton Overground Station
**Let’s see some festive homes from the past… with a visit to the marvellous Museum of the Home.**
**Rooms Through Time: Winter Past**
*Discover the homes and traditions of winters past, present and future.*
*The Museum’s Rooms Through Time have been dressed for the annual Winter Past display, exploring how seasonal festivals, culture and personal traditions shape the ways we spend time at home(…)
Tech Startups in the Pub – Relaxed Networking
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Windmill in the City
🍻 **Join Us for Tech Startups in the Pub!** 🍻
Hey there! 🌟
We’d love for you to join us for our next edition of *Tech Startups in the Pub*. It’s a relaxed evening at The Windmill, our go-to spot for tech chats and good vibes. We have been running for 2 years, and it’s always a joy to see familiar faces and meet new folks.
Whether you’re a regular, a tech founder, an enthusiast, a budding ent(…)
Dec 17 – London AI, ML and Computer Vision Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: 16 St John’s Ln
**[Register to reserve you spot](https://voxel51.com/computer-vision-events/london-ai-ml-amp-computer-vision-meetup-dec-17-2024/)**
**Date and Time**
Dec 17, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
**Location**
The Meetup will take place at the [NexGen offices](https://www.nexgencloud.com/contact), 16 St John’s Ln, London
**The Frontier of Visual AI and Medical Imaging**
In this talk, we’ll explore the(…)
🟢🌃🚶🏾♂️ A Winter’s Night Walk in London ❄️ – starts with food market 🌮🚶
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: London Bridge Station (LBG)
❄️🚶🏻♂️ Join us once again for this year’s winter’s night walks. Starting at London Bridge Station and covering some of the most iconic views of London city… we start with some food at the **Winter by the River** market (plenty of Halal food options available). *Check timings / locations below if you want to join later at the food market and do not wish/have time to eat first.*
🎦 [A winter’s(…)
Challenger to Kingston Xmas Market (12 miles)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Waterloo Station
From naming a Space Shuttle to the deepest ocean trench, the legacy of *HMS Challenger*’s contribution to knowledge lives on. From this day in 1872 when she sailed from Portsmouth around the globe, for three years seeking secrets of the deep, with Captain George Nares at the helm. Laying the foundations of oceanography, discovering the Marianas Trench, and the mid-Atlantic Ridge, studying currents(…)
Philosophy Cafe – Xmas Meal
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Mumbai Square
We’d love for you to join us for a festive meal to wrap up 2024! Whatever you celebrate—Solstice, Saturnalia, Hanukkah, Christmas, or simply a chance to gather together—come and celebrate with us!
The venue is Mumbai Square, near Aldgate tube. It’s ‘Classic Indian food with a modern twist’ and includes vegetarian and vegan options: The online menu doesn’t make it clear about their vegan options, (…)
Mindstone London AI Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: St James Clerkenwell
**\*\*\*To register for this event and secure your place you must register at the following Mindstone Link: [https://app.mindstone.com/mindspace/mindstone_ai_meetup/events?filter=upcoming](https://app.mindstone.com/mindspace/mindstone_ai_meetup/events?filter=upcoming) \*\*\***
## About this event
Welcome to the most electrifying and ground-breaking AI meetup in London!
Join us once a month as w(…)
Public Speaking for Beginners
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: The Bridge 73 – 81 Southwark Bridge Road London SE1 0NQ
Do you get anxious about presenting to large groups?
Do you do all the preparation, only to let yourself down when it comes to delivering your talk or presentation?
Are you often called upon to say a few words to a group of people (with no warning or preparation) and get your points muddled up?
Come to London Toastmasters and see how you can polish your presentations and speeches for maximum impac(…)
MAGICAL CHRISTMAS LIGHTS WALK – ROUTE 2
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Green Park
A CHANCE TO ENJOY the SPECTACLE of LONDON’S CHRISTMAS LIGHTS and MAGICAL CHRISTMAS WINDOW DISPLAYS on this tour.
This is a short walk taking in some of London’s famous and most spectacular Christmas Light Displays. This walk is Route 2. There is also a different walk (Route 1) earlier in the month.
Afterwards we will head off to a bar near a station for something to eat/drink to continue the soc(…)
Popchoir at Trafalgar Square & Mulled Wine
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Trafalgar Square
The Popchoir is singing at Trafalgar Square again this year and I would like to support them (and especially our own Jenny who is part of it). 😊
Last years performance was brilliant and no doubt this year they will have something fun planned for us again.
We will meet in front of the National Gallery at 6pm. The Choir will start at 7pm but from experience, the Christmas market is super busy. I (…)
IndieBeers // London Meetup #58 (powered by Ramen Club) 🎄
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Bricklayers Arms
MRR-Y Christmas friends, it’s our 58th IndieBeers, the flagship monthly event from [Ramen Club](ramenclub.so).
We’re London’s #1 indie makers pub meetup – our goal is to help indie makers, solopreneurs & bootstrappers from across the capital meet IRL, exchange ideas and support each other.
**Meetup format:**
* Meet at the The Bricklayers Arms in Shoreditch from 6pm
* We’ll be stood/sat on the r(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in London 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 London on Timeout.com, Visitlondon.com, or Designmynight.com.
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◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Borough Hall
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Come and worship with us at our gospel Christmas Spectacular as we celebrate our King, Jesus!
Made in 90s – THANK YOU PARTY – LADIES FREE All NITE
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Brixton Jamm
Get ready to relive the golden era at our Made in 90s Thank You Party! This special night is dedicated to our amazing Made in 90s family.
Habs Rugby Dinner 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Baron Lounge
DJ, Drinks and Dancing all evening
Marlon’s Birthday Soirée – 21st Dec
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Trent Park Country Club
Good vibes with good peoples
Chase Bridge Christmas Carol Concert
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Twickenham Stadium
Please join us for festive songs performed by the choirs and the orchestra.
Carols for Shoppers
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: St James’s Church, Piccadilly
Join young musicians from the Royal College of Music for joyful carols.
Southwark Cathedral Choir Christmas Concert | Handel’s Messiah and Carols
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Southwark Cathedral
Join us for an evening of music as the Cathedral Choir performs part one of Handel’s Messiah and a selection of traditional Christmas music
The Solving Kids’ Cancer UK Christmas Concert 2024
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Holy Trinity Church
It’s time to get into the festive spirit!
Christmas special: Chemistry of a candle
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Royal Institution of Great Britain
Step back in time with this demo filled talk.
A Desi Christmas Single-Bell Ball – London – ConnectAsian
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Liverpool Street
A ConnectAsian Singles Dating Event for Indian, Hindu, Sikh & South Asian Professionals. At a Secret London Venue NEAR Liverpool Street
FURY V USYK 2 LIVE SCREENING
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: BOXPARK Wembley
TIME FOR A HEAVYWEIGHT REMATCH!
Wayne Woodward & The SwingKing Quintet Christmas Album Showcase
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: All Saints Church
Come check out Wayne Woodward & The SwingKing Quintet as they showcase their new Christmas album live! FOR 1 NIGHT ONLY!
The Free Speech Union Christmas Special 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Backyard Comedy Club
The Free Speech Union Christmas Special, in association with Comedy Unleashed.
Elvis at Christmas
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: St Paul’s, Knightsbridge, SW1X 8SH
Discover the Elvis Presley Christmas spirit and his most memorable of songs with multi award-winning tribute artist Rob Kingsley.
Carols for All
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: St James’s Church, Piccadilly
Joyful popular carols for everyone. Sing along with St James’s Music Scholars and brass players.
Slay-R’s Quarter of a Century Birthday Bash – New School Grime Launch Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: BARON LOUNGE
Slay-R is celebrating reaching a 1/4 of a Century and releasing the long awaited, highly anticipated debut project of his: New School Grime
‘A Ceremony of Carols’
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: St James’s Piccadilly
Glorious Christmas choral favourites and Britten’s exquisite ‘Ceremony of Carols’ with the outstanding English Chamber Choir.
SAVED concert
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: 194 Broadfields Avenue, Edgware, UK
Your invited to Saved 2024! The gospel concert and headline show. Filled with your favourite talented artists ! Tickets on sale now.
Old Skool Bottomless Brunch – Christmas Link Up
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Eight Embankment
Book your Christmas link-up with us
STRINGZ 1ST ANNIVERSARY & CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION | E1ldn
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: E1
The Capital Calls… we take to the city for our london debut event to celebrate christmas and our 1st anniversary with you on the 20/12/24
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations London Official Event in Oxford Street
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Maroto
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming official event at Maroto, a vibrant night bar and lounge inspired by the elegance of the 1930s’ Art Deco movement. Join us for a great night together, where you can enjoy delightful drinks, fantastic music, and the company of like-minded individuals in a sumptuous setting right off Christmassy Oxford Street.
We look forward to seeing you there!
N.B.
InterNations London Official Après-Ski Rooftop Party
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Madison Rooftop
We are excited to invite you to our après-ski themed social gathering at one of the finest rooftops in town, featuring breathtaking views of the London skyline.
Join us on the covered and heated terrace, complete with cozy booths and blankets— the perfect setting to socialize and unwind. Enjoy an evening filled with great company, delicious drinks, and top DJs providing the entertainment should y
InterNations London Official NYE (New AdVENTURES)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 31st
◦ Where: Akatuki
Let’s ring in 2025 with a great social at a stunning new Japanese restaurant and bar in Covent Garden, which is the new venture of one of our members! Let’s gather for a remarkable celebration filled with delicious food and drinks, the best company and wish us all Success in the next year.
We’re thrilled to offer you two exciting options for the night:
🍹 Canapés + Cocktail Experience
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