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.
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 London, UK. 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 London
Weekly Yoga and Meditation Class – Wednesdays (women only)
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Moon Women’s Health
Yoga and Meditation Classes
**We meet weekly class on Wednesday and Sundays.**
The Wesdnesday class is not open to men. Men can join the class on Sundays.
**The next series of classes will focus on exploring Stress and Vitality.**
It is said that stress is the expression of the lack of energy flow in the body which is necessary to meet the demands of our lives.
Every week in this series we wil(…)
DevOps Society – Creating A Collaborative & Inclusive Future In Tech
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Civo Tech Junction
This event is an open discussion around creating a collaborative and inclusive future in technology. We have a brilliant panel of 4 guests, who are all in leadership roles, and will be sharing their experiences.
This event is for everyone to come together and discuss allyship, inclusivity, and how we should treat each other in the wonderful world of technology.
There is a particular focus around(…)
London Analytics Engineering Meetup #15
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 6th Floor, The Tea Building,
## Details
We’re delighted to announce our next meetup will be hosted by **Wise**.
**Agenda**:
6:00pm: Doors open, networking, food, drinks.
7:00pm: Talks start!
8:00pm: Talks finish, Q&A.
8:30pm: Further drinks and networking @ The Owl & Pussy Cat – Drinks sponsored by Omni
**Speakers:**
**How to Build a Market Leading Embedded Analytics Product in 2024** ***–*** [Jonny Dungay](https://www.lin(…)
LLM London – October @ NexGen Cloud
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 16 St John’s Ln
October Meetup at NexGen Cloud.
Join fellow AI enthusiasts, developers and founders to discuss and explore the latest in LLM and Generative AI.
**Host**: NexGen Cloud
**Sponsors**: NexGen Cloud
**Location**: 4th Floor, 16 St John’s Ln, London EC1M 4BS
**Talks**:
**1\. Mischa van Kesteren**
**Bio**: Mischa van Kesteren is a Solutions Engineer at NexGen Cloud, focused on Hyperstack, their GPUaaS (…)
London Fabric UG: Marco Russo: Accounts receivable aging with modelling patterns
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: The Data School
We’re excited to announce that we have DAX legend Marco Russo presenting at October’s Power BI and Fabric User Group meetup in October.
**Accounts receivable aging with modelling patterns in Power BI**
Most specific business scenarios can be solved by applying modeling patterns in Power BI. Instead of creating custom calculations with the source data model – which could not be optimized for DAX (…)
Tech Startups in the Pub – Relaxed Networking
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ 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(…)
JavaScript in the City | October @ Clear Channel
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Clear Channel
Join us at the **Clear Channel** London offices on 17th October 2024.
You’ll have the opportunity to listen to influential figures in the JavaScript community and enjoy engaging talks on the hottest topics.
**Office Address:**
33 Golden Square, London, W1F 9JT
(5-minute walk from Oxford Circus or 10-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road)
Schedule for the evening (Timezone: GMT)
**6:00pm** \- D(…)
Effective Vulnerability Management in the Cloud Native World
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: CyberArk offices
This October we’ll be discussing **Effective Vulnerability Management in the Cloud Native World,** presented by Alexey Gruba Stokes, Solutions Architect, Prisma Cloud.
**Synopsis**
The rate of CVE creation is doubling year on year, and a typical organisation now has hundreds, if not thousands of unpatched vulnerabilities in their environments. Prioritisation of where to focus and which vulnerabil(…)
Crafting A Career In Tech – Panel and Unconference at Mastercard
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 1 Angel Ln
**Software Craftsmanship in 2024 is so much more than just writing code.**
Join the London Software Craftsmanship Community (LSCC) and a panel of experts with a wide range of career paths from **Croner-i, Funding Circle, Trinny London** and **Stack Overflow** for an evening of tech career advice.
*All attendees including guests **must complete a separate registration form here**: [Mastercard Regi(…)
‘Ask me Anything’ senior product leadership panel + networking drinks
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: 6th Floor, The Tea Building,
You’re invited to the next Women in Product — London event!
As part of our Career Hack Series, this is an in-person event *tailored for mid to senior product managers* where we’ll dive into leading teams through challenging situations, exploring various leadership styles, and sharing insights on achieving success.
You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions of our panellists in a safe and frien(…)
🎭 WeMeet Stand Up Comedy with FREE DRINK & Social! 🥂🤣
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Gunmakers
Join us for a night of laughter at Gunmakers Pub!
This night is in collaboration with **WeRoad**, a global travel company helping solo travellers and groups discover the best destinations in the world.
Our Comedy Show will have you in stitches with hilarious standup acts and improv performances. Enjoy a complimentary drink from WeRoad as you kick back and enjoy the show (simply sign up for the We(…)
Zombies @ Barbican 🧟♀️ Halloween Mega Game 🎃 Scary Fitness! 🪓 (100% Free)
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Barbican Tube Station
**Exciting outdoor gameplay events in London!** #PlayCulture #OpenToEveryone #MakeFriends
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**📍 LOCATION/HOW TO FIND 📍**
Exit Barbican Underground station and cross the road directly ahead, then cross again to the right. Walk in through the gateway towards the nearest block of flats (Lauderdale Tower)
Map: **[https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y4bDEfWQGNEh26w19](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y4bDE(…)
OpenUK London #18: Can Open Source Be a Business?
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
Mark your calendars for Tuesday 15th October for our 18th OpenUK London community meetup. This month we are discussing the dichotomy of can open source even be a business? Following last month’s Economics of Open Source report, we will dive into and discuss the results and talk about how you can get the most out of your most often free open source contributions or how could it be a business?
We a(…)
Mindstone London AI Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Central Foundation Boys’ School
**\*\*\*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(…)
FITZROVIA • Season 1 Episode 9: APPEARANCE
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: The Fitzroy Tavern
SEASON 1 EPISODE 9 of Thought Experiments in Pubs **FITZROVIA** 😊
**[THOUGHT EXPERIMENTS](https://www.alltogether.one/thoughtexperimentsinpubs-appearance)** \- what we’ll talk about
**[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jo04sXgXTxLESlP5PkmsYX)** \- stay in the loop
**[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/thoughtexperimentsinpubs/)** \- see what we look like
**The idea:** A chance to meet(…)
‘The London of Bram Stoker & Dracula’ Guided Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Covent Garden Tube Station (outside the station, on James Street, near the Tiffany & Co shop)
Come along on Saturday 19th October for a Blue Badge Guided Walk on the writer Bram Stoker and his famous novel Dracula!
We have 2 guides, Diane Burstein & Anthony Davis. Please indicate which guide/time you wish to go with when you RSVP and come along for that time.
**About the walk**
Although born in Ireland, Bram Stoker came to London to work with the great Actor Manager Henry Irving at the L(…)
London Philosophy Cafe
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: Victory Pub Waterloo
We have reserved a private event area for us inside the pub . Please ask for Philosophy cafe at the door and they will direct you .
The event is completely free with no cover charge.
We like to break into small groups and have a healthy discussion about life , philosophy and ideas .
We break out into groups of 6 to discuss three questions over 45min to 1 hour; and then spend another 45min feedi(…)
Observability Engineering Meetup | October Edition
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 24 High Holborn
This event is Sponsored by [Kerno](https://www.kerno.io/).
**[IMPORTANT]** Please **bring a Government-issued photo ID**, as it will be required for venue entry.
Hey everyone!
Welcome back to another exciting edition of the Observability Engineering London meetup! This time, we’re diving deep into two critical aspects of engineering – dashboards, runbooks, and large-scale migrations.
**On Thurs(…)
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 London, you can try out Timeout.com, Visitlondon.com, or Designmynight.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In London, UK
Mind Body Soul Experience
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London, UK
Get ready for a transformative journey at the Mind Body Soul Experience, where you’ll explore and nurture your inner self.
OM Yoga Show
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London, UK
Get ready to OM your way to relaxation and inner peace at the OM Yoga Show, where you’ll experience the ultimate yoga extravaganza!
Battle of Ideas festival 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Church House, Westminster
Britain’s best festival of ideas returns to London. Free speech allowed!
One and Only Designer Sale at the Music Room Saturday 19th October
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: The music room Mayfair (OPPOSITE BOND ST ELIZABETH LINE ENTRANCE)
Womenswear & Menswear designer clothing and accessories sample sale
Vegan Life Live
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, London, UK
Discover the vibrant world of plant-based living at Vegan Life Live – where delicious food, ethical products, and sustainability meet!
Noite de Louvor com Padre Reginaldo Manzotti
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: St George’s Cathedral, Southwark, Westminster Bridge Road, London, UK
Com alegria a Capelania Católica Brasileira convida você e sua família para participarem de uma noite de louvor com o Pe. Reginaldo Manzotti
Ocean Film Festival – London – 19 October 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Union Chapel
The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is back for autumn 2024 with a brand-new selection of captivating ocean films!
Black history month: celebrating innovators
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: The RSA (Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce)
Join the RSA and The Africa Centre to celebrate African innovators reshaping global culture.
The Neuroscience of Art
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Juju’s Bar and Stage
Explore the intricate and fundamental relationship between the human brain and art. Followed by Q&A.
CMV and its indirect effects
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: The Royal Society
Discussion meeting organised by Dr Tom Yates and Dr Helen Payne.
PUXXADINHO – MANU BAHTIDAO + GUILHERME E BENUTO
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Electric Brixton
PELA PRIMEIRA VEZ EM LONDRES MANU BAHTIDAO & GUILHERME E BENUTO
Botanical Architecture | Plants, Buildings and Us
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Linnean Society of London
This talk by Paul Dobraszczyk offers a provocative and original take on the relationship between ecology and architecture.
SORRY PAPI (LONDON) – THE ALL GIRL REGGAETON PARTY – 18/10/24
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Electric Brixton
Sorry Papi, the ultimate all girl’s night out is coming to London! Girls don’t miss out on this unique night on Friday 18th October 2024!
Black Book Festival, including the Education Expo
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Goldsmiths, University of London
A grassroots book festival that promotes the work of Black writers, booksellers and publishers.
Y2K / BRANDED VINTAGE KILO SALE!! CARHARTT, DICKIES, BURBERRY & MORE!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: New Testament Church of God – Mile End
BIGGEST KILO SALE IN LONDON! – SHOP THE BEST IN VINTAGE Y2K, WOMENSWEAR, WORKWEAR, SPORTS AND STREETWEAR AT JUST £20 A KILO!
European Nights Welcome Party
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Lightbox
It’s that time of year again! The largest European societies of London unis are once again teaming up for our annual Welcome Party!
Lauren Roberts in conversation with Katherine Webber – St Mary’s Marylebone
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: St Mary’s Marylebone
We’re thrilled to host Lauren Roberts at the beautiful St Mary’s Marylebone as we delve deep into the much beloved Powerless series.
London – Blue Earth Summit x People, Planet, Pint: Sustainability Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Dial Arch
Join us at BES’ afterparty, People Planet Pint: find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved
Investor & founder conference + London’s Largest Demo Day S1E2
◦ When: Monday, Oct 14th
◦ Where: 1 Wimpole Street, London, UK
Join the conference created specifically for investors and founders + Witness 100 top rated founders pitching to the audience of investors
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations London Official Live Music in Soho
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: O’Neill’s (Flamingo Room – 2nd Floor)
It is truly a hidden gem of London. Suited on the 2nd floor in a Flamingos Room with a stage for live music, beautiful bar, terrace, and reserved private area where we can mingle and enjoy the night together.
Do come on time at 18:00 and no later than 8pm for socialing as later the area will be fully packed with live performance band playing awesome live music. Don’t forget to bring your dancing
InterNations London Newcomers’ Event @ Be at One Regent Street
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 23rd
◦ Where: Be At One Regent Street
New in the city? New to InterNations? Our Newcomers’ Events are smaller, lovely get-togethers, especially organized for members who are new in our community.
Come join us to mingle and meet other expat newbies, while learning about everything the InterNations Community has to offer!
✨IMPORTANT✨
– BRING ID, driving licence or passport!!! ID photos are not accepted!!!
Benefits:
+ Get to know new
InterNations London Official Event in West End Top Members Club
◦ When: Friday, Oct 25th
◦ Where: Century Club
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming community gathering at the prestigious Century Club — a vibrant members-only venue nestled in the heart of theatreland. With its chic lounges, exquisite bars, and three stunning rooftop terraces boasting breathtaking views of the entire London skyline, the Century Club promises an unforgettable experience.
Join us for a fantastic evening of socializin
InterNations London Business Official Event @ Patch St Pauls
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Patch St Paul’s
We are proud to organise the next InterNations London Business Official Event at Patch St Pauls.
It’s dedicated to build a strong community among all InterNations members, professionals and entrepreneurs.
Topics: business, jobs, entrepreneurship, any other conversation.
✨IMPORTANT✨
– BRING ID, driving licence or passport!!! ID photos are not accepted!!!
– We ONLY accept CASH at the door! Venue