Let’s explore social events in Long 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.
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 Long Beach, 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 Long Beach
October Book: Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Noble Bird Rotisserie
*Unsheltered* is a 2018 novel by Barbara Kingsolver that follows two families living in the same house in Vineland, New Jersey, at different times. The novel alternates between the 19th and 21st centuries, with the last words of one chapter becoming the title of the next. One family lived in the house in the 1800s and the other family resides in the house in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy(…)
@AIM Indoor Volleyball $10 cash ONLY. NO BEGINNERS, Inter to Adv: 5 Courts
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Aim Sportsplex
ROXIE will NOT ACCEPT MESSAGES ON MONDAY.
*You must be familiar with 5-1 and 6-2 rotations to play on Monday night.
COURT AND TEAM ASSIGNMENTS LINK:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QZ45q47oxQOS4RAuBgKq5PiH6RM1BOy8CPjbjzoMFLo/edit?usp=drivesdk
RSVP’S are closed at 3 PM. If you can’t rsvp, it’s full and/or closed. Those with a good history with our group will be prioritized from the wait(…)
Spooktacular Frenchie Meetup with the French Beachdogs!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Rosie’s Dog Beach
• What we’ll do
French Beachdogs! Head on down to the beach at 10 AM on October 19 for a Spooktacular Halloween Meetup, complete with a Costume Contest at 11 AM. First, second & third prizes will be given to the three best-dressed Frenchies!
• What to bring
Your Frenchie (!!!), a Halloween costume for your Frenchie, water for your Frenchie, poo-bags & anything else your Frenchie might need!
• Im(…)
New Friends and Sunsets at Hilltop Park🌄
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Hilltop Park
If you haven’t seen a sunset from the top of Hilltop Park, you have been missing out!!
Let’s have a big friend picnic! We will meet at the park to the right of the big circle ( the oil pump side) in the grass at 5:45/6 and do a few get-to-know-yous. Then we will hang out and get ready for the sunset show! There should be a few spots to sit and hang out while the sun drops, be sure your phone is ch(…)
Board Game Night at The Wicked Wolf
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: The Wicked Wolf
Welcome to our weekly board game night at The Wicked Wolf! We’ll have multiple tables of games going, so if you have a game you’d like to teach, feel free to bring it.
The Wicked Wolf is located at 2332 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806.
\*\*When you enter the bar, there is a heavy door to the immediate right, that leads to a stairway that goes up one flight, there is a private room next to the (…)
Sunset/Moonlight Paddle in Long Beach
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Leeway Beach
Calling all paddle enthusiasts and/or sunset chasers. 🌅
Grab your board or kayak and meet us at Alamitos Bay in Long Beach. All skill levels are welcome, and you must be competent at paddling when it gets dark.
What you’ll need:
* A paddleboard or kayak
* A paddle (don’t forget this)
* A battery-operated light 💡🔦 so you can be seen by boats and others when it starts to get dark.
* Life vest/(…)
OCTOBER MONTHLY SOUND BATH @ BELMONT SHORE
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: 3998 E Allin St
FIRST AND FOREMOST- Please bring a yoga mat and blankets- body temps shift as you receive sound.
**\*RSVP’s are appreciated so we get a general idea of how to set up but feel free to share and invite whoever may be interested- All are welcome!**
You’ll see us set up on the beach in front of the **Belmont Shore Pier** parking lot to the left of the pier
(Address to parking lot is **3998 E Allin St(…)
Board game night at Harbor House!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Harbor House Café
Come hang out, grab a bite to eat and play with fellow gamers in our nifty back room!(…)
Long Beach Pet Fair – Pet Swimsuit Contest
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Marina Green Park
Let’s meetup at the largest pet fair in Long Beach! Local Pet vendors, cat & dog rescues, and food trucks 🐕🐈
A large 2 day event at the Marina Green Park in Long Beach 🌊
**When & Where shall we meetup?**
Pet Swimsuit Contest, Saturday Afternoon, Located on the event stage
I’ll update this meetup once they post the exact time of the Swimsuit Contest. If you indicate that you are coming, meetu(…)
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
(Monthly) Spanish Conversation Group (Friday) (Seal Beach)
Once a month. 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***
New language and cultural exchange group in Seal Beach!
There is plenty of space availa(…)
[WSC SoCal WORKSHOP] Windows Active Directory: The Basics and Managing Objects
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◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Long Beach City College: Liberal Arts Campus
This is a hybrid workshop.
You **MUST** also register at this WSC website: [https://womenscyberjutsu.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1862442&group=](https://womenscyberjutsu.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1862442&group=)
The zoom info and a parking voucher (on-site attendees) will provided after you register at the WSC site.
**Title:** Windows Active Directory: The Basics and Managing Objects Ha(…)
Buckingham Investments Multifamily Vendor Expo!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Buckingham Investments
**Over the last 60+ years, Buckingham Investments has helped people grow their wealth through real estate, but acquiring the property is only the beginning!** Of course, you can’t have a successful rental property portfolio without a solid team. This is how we’ve managed to make lasting connections with many trusted, local vendors who help our clients with financing, insurance, management and many(…)
Multi-Unit Investing & Wealth Building Class
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: Sage Real Estate
The goal of these meetings is to create a community of people who want to get *into* real estate investing, get *better* at real estate investing, and stay *accountable* to their goals in real estate investing.
Ultimately, this group is all about building financial freedom through real estate investing!
**So join us as we discuss the current real estate market and analyze multiple real estate de(…)
(Bi-Weekly)(Friday) Seal Beach JP Language and Cultural Exchange
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ 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(…)
The Freaky Tiki Happening!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Shannon’s On Pine Irish Sports Pub/Our Group Rams Clubhouse
**The Freaky Tiki Happening!**
“It’s a takeover of the Historic Shannon’s Corner & the Secret Island Tiki Bar & Restaurant!” Enter a labyrinth of stairwells, a grotto and hidden entrances, and you will find activities to tickle your senses, from taste and touch to sight and sound.
Escape to Secret Island: With 4 levels of entertainment, 2 stages, 4 restaurants and 4 bars, this is The Freaky Tiki H(…)
Beginners Long Beach Tai Chi for Wellness!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: 5608 E Los Santos Dr
**Address:**
5608 E. Los Santos Dr.
Long Beach, CA 90815
**(Cross streets are Los Santos Dr. & Chatwin Ave.)**
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10+ years of free Tai Chi in-person classes! Join us to take a break from stressors, bring stillness to mind, move through the heart, and give yourself the time to recharge and restart.
Learn this beautiful ancient practice with graceful, meditative movements that help ma(…)
Long Beach Code and Coffee
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 16th
◦ Where: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Join us to work on projects, learn and socialize together at **The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf**! This is a casual hangout, so there are no formal lesson plans or teachers, but we’re all here to help one another. Beginners are always welcome!
**ATTENTION:**
Please send a message in the chat letting me know if you’ll be arriving late.
**What to bring:**
• Your laptop, pen/paper, or whatever you need t(…)
What’s Your Spiritual Footprint? (Free Event)
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Bolivar Park
**Some people believe that as long as we’re not hurting anyone else, that we can do as we like. But is it enough to simply “do no harm”? Or do we need to actively seek to “do good”?**
**What about when it comes to our spiritual lives? Is our spirituality limited to our own personal growth and progress, or can we live in a way that our beliefs and actions make a positive impact on the world around(…)
The Art of Tai Chi for Beginners & Advanced Students
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: East 23rd Street & Saint Joseph Avenue
Join us for a session that combines the tranquil practice of Tai Chi for beginners with mindfulness meditation. Whether you are new to Tai Chi or have some experience, this event is designed to cater to all levels.
Learn the fundamental movements of Tai Chi and harness the energy flow through Qi Gong practices. Dive into the calming world of meditation to center your mind and body.
Participate in (…)
US 99 Blues band 🎸 at Elks San Pedro!!
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: San Pedro Elks Lodge
LETS LISTEN TO US 99 blues BAND 🎸 AT BEAUTIFUL ELKS CLUB! join us first for cocktail 🍹 hour in the cozy Elks bar area (happy hour ends at 6) then go listen to the band they start at 7:00 – please be aware this is a private club for members only but our member friend John will sign us in. 😊(…)
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 Long Beach, you can try out Visitlongbeach.com, Patch.com, or Longbeach.gov.
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Industria del Amor, Grupo Bryndis, Los Caminantes y Los pasteles Verdes
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet
Industria del Amor, Grupo Bryndis, Los Caminantes y Los pasteles Verdes
Sea Scare 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Sea Scare is diving deep with lots of thrills, chills and gills – join us for trick-or-treating , crafts, games, and our costume contest!
Lakewood Center Fun Fridays Market: Nightmare before X-Mas!
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Lakewood Center
Join the spooky fun at the Lakewood Center with the Nightmare before Xmas! We will have vendors, food, and photos with Jack & Oogie Boogie!
Water (R)evolution Symposium
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: Carson Event Center
Join us at the Water (R)evolution Symposium to discuss innovative ways to protect our planet’s most precious resource!
QSR Round Up
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 15th
◦ Where: 4101 E Willow St
Join ACRE SoCal at The Grand in Long Beach for networking and insights into the quick service restaurant industry.
PlanNet Marketing 9 Year Anniversary – Downey, CA (Los Angeles Area)
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Downey
Join us as we celebrate our 9 Year Anniversary. Learn how to earn extra income from home, around your busy schedule, in the Travel Industry
BEWITCHED MAGIC MARKET OC
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Heritage Museum of Orange County
It’s the Season of the Witch, witches! Celebrate with a market filled with witchy vendors, LIVE music, victorian houses, healings & more!
SPOOKY COSTUME RAVE @ THE CIRCLE OC (18+/21 BAR)
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: The Circle OC
FRIDAY OCT 18TH IT’S “SPOOKY” AT THE CIRCLE OC!(18+/21 bar) FREE TICKETS!
$100 COSTUME CONTEST! ALL-STAR DJ LINEUP! RAVE PARTY EXTRAVAGANZA!
Descubre JAFRA – Los Angeles
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles – Norwalk
Involucra tus sentidos mientras pruebas nuestros gloriosos productos y DESCUBRES lo que JAFRA tiene para ti.
Compton High Class of 77 “65 & Alive”
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: View , Music Bar & Lounge
We are 65 and ALIVE! Come party with us. Dancing, Food, and Drinks to reignite your soul!
FREAKY FRIDAY
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: 8901 Katella Ave
DOORS OPEN AT 7:00PM CLOSES AT 2:00AM /HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY, SPECIAL GUEST PERFORMANCE…21 & OVER. GUEST DJ.. COSTUME CONTEST..
“Learn How to Study the Bible” Seminar
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Calvary Chapel Downey
Become a better student of God’s word and enriched in your walk with the Lord.
Estilo Spooky
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: Compton
Déjate llevar por el estilo más espeluznante en nuestra fiesta Estilo Spooky, llena de diversión, disfraces y un toque de misterio.
Mentor Factory
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: SpringHill Suites Los Angeles Downey
Two-day intensive training on how to become the highest performing Mentor you can be. Join us Friday Oct 18 & 19.
OC Japan Fair 2024 October
◦ When: Friday, Oct 18th
◦ Where: OC Fair & Event Center
The 15th OC JAPAN FAIR is bringing Japan to SoCal on October 18, 19, 20, 2024!
Enjoy shopping, tasting, and learning about Japanese culture.
10.19.24 | SHIP WRECK! LONG BEACH’S HALLOWEEN BOAT PARTY
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Catalina Classic Cruises
10.19.24 | SHIP WRECK! HALLOWEEN BOAT PARTY + FREE AFTERPARTY AT AGAVES IN DTLB
2024 Ignite Teams
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Light & Life – Long Beach
Empowering Youth Workers & Students to become an ministry team reaching their campuses, churches & communities.
GENETICS, PARENTING & THE STUDY OF TWINS (NATURE AND NURTURE)
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 17th
◦ Where: Fullerton Public Library, Conference Center
Come learn about how genetics influence parenting through the unique study of twins–a fascinating, mind-blowing, can’t-miss event!
Long Beach Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: The Stave Bar
Get ready for a spooktacular weekend in Long Beach with our Halloween bar crawl starting on October 19th!