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.
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 Long Beach where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Long Beach
Free Basic Obedience Dog Training Class in the Park!
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Columbia Park
🐾 WELCOME DOG LOVERS! 🐾
Please join me for my FREE weekly Basic Obedience Dog Training Group Class at Columbia Park in Torrance!
We will meet on Saturdays from 9:00am-10:00am beginning July 27, 2024. We will learn & practice basic commands including Sit, Focus, Leave It, Down, Stand, Stay & Come!
We will also practice calming techniques for loose leash walking and friendly greetings! I limit (…)
#TSCSCM12: Dray Carrier & Warehouse Challenges, Opportunities & Regulations
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Braid Theory
This panel discussion is on the important relationship between drayage carriers and the warehouses in which they pickup from or deliver to. We will explore the challenges, opportunities, and dynamics shaping this critical link within our supply chains.
Throughout our discussion, we’ll delve into the characteristics and systems that define carriers’ experiences, examining what makes a warehouse ea(…)
Community Sound Healing for Everyone
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Carroll Park South
Join us for a rejuvenating outdoor experience filled with sound healing, breathing meditation, and self-help techniques in the heart of Long Beach. Our community gathering is focused on promoting healthy living and spiritual healing through the power of transformation. Connect with like-minded individuals looking to improve their well-being and explore the limitless possibilities of self-improveme(…)
Board Game Night at The Wicked Wolf
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ 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 (…)
@AIM Indoor Volleyball $10 cash ONLY. NO BEGINNERS, Inter to Adv: 5 Courts
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ 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(…)
PRO Network Group Weekly Meeting
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Hof’s Hut Restaurant & Bakery
Pro Networking Group is a group of entrepreneurs that gather for the purpose of networking and growing relationships and their businesses.
We meet every Tuesday morning, 830-930am at Hof’s Hut in Seal Beach.
RSVP on our website PRONetworkingUSA.com to get the meeting info. Currently we are looking for a Roofer, Electrician, Chiropractor, Security Systems, Landscaping/Gardner, Carpet Cleaning, Lif(…)
Silent Book Club Meet in Long Beach
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 2ND & PCH
Join us for a unique and inclusive book club experience in Long Beach!
*Silent Book Club*
– Read whatever you like, wherever you are comfortable
– Come together with fellow book lovers in a peaceful setting
– Enjoy individual reading time, followed by a facilitated discussion
*How it works:*
1. Bring your own book, e-reader, or tablet
2. Read silently for 60 minutes
3. Share your thoughts, ins(…)
Upper Crust Toastmaster’s Club Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: YMCA Lakewood
* **Congratulations !!! You are on your way to a inspiring journey of fun and personal growth. As a member of Upper Crust Toastmasters you will have a rewarding experience in relationship to building better communication skills, public and personal.**
* **Our meetings are hybrid which means you can choose Zoom or in-person. Our in person meetings are located at the Lakewood YMCA, 5835 E Carson St,(…)
Why You Want To Be An Area Director
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: SELACO/Workforce Development Corporation
**“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” – John C Maxwell**
Master the essentials of being an Area Director! Unlock key skills to maximize team potential, and lead your Toastmasters clubs to excellence by attending this workshop!
Gain insights into effective communication in team collaboration, team motivation in building lasting relationships, and strategic planni(…)
*ONLINE* Let’s Make Money! Strategic Business Relationships and Referrals Lunch
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: THE LOFT in Long Beach, 3290 Cherry Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
***THIS MEETUP MEETS IN PERSON on the First Thursday of the month AND REMOTELY ON ZOOM the other Thursdays!***
We would love to have you visit and network with us! Please email [email protected] for our ZOOM meeting information!
Meet energetic, local business people dedicated to growing their business through word-of-mouth referrals. Train us to be your sales force and get more word of mouth bus(…)
Friday Evening Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Charles Wilson Park
2 mile walk. No hills.(…)
Let’s Walk in Naples/Belmont Shores
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: GELSON’S
Walk through Naples Island Canals, and continue along Penensula, Boardwalk, Seawalk, Alamitos Bay State Park, Bike Trail on 11K Walk.
5K goes through canals and along 2nd St. shops & Restaurants through Marine Park area.
This event is a club sanction walk route with American Volkssports. Everyone signs a wavior and Donates $4.
Everyone Welcome to join us on choice of 5K or 11K non timed fun walk.(…)
July Monthly Belmont Shore Pier SoundBath
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: 3998 E Allin St
Hi Fam- PLEASE NOTE THIS MONTH’S EVENT IS **NOT** THE 2ND MONDAY
Nikki is out of town for our usual schedule but we didn’t want to skip a month so we decided to push it back instead- We hope to see you at our Monthly July Soundbath at our usual spot (to the left of Belmont Shore Pier) ! Feel free to share with your friends and please follow us on IG @soundonthesand
FIRST AND FOREMOST- Please wea(…)
Temple of Thelema Presents: The Rite of the Holy Child
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 15720 Clark Ave
This rite is the third in an annual triad of rites celebrating the Mother, Father & Child Archetypes. It is a beautiful public ritual performance in the style of the Western Mysteries, giving you an opportunity to take a closer look at the Temple of Thelema, a Mystery School for the New Aeon.
There will be refreshment and snacks following the ritual. Here you will meet fellow members of LA’s loca(…)
Nature walk El Dorado Nature Center followed by Lunch at PlanTita’s Kitchen
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: El Dorado Nature Center
Join us for a nature walk at the El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach on Saturday July 27th at 9:30am. El Dorado Nature Center is a 105-acre park featuring a visitor center, flora & fauna, lakes, a stream & walking trails. Entrance into the nature center is free, however, there is a vehicle entrance fee of $8.00.
Once you have parked in the El Dorado Nature Center parking lot, head towards the e(…)
Let’s draw at Ding Tea Lomita/Lotus Tea House!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Ding Tea Lomita
This is our drawing meetup at Lotus Tea House! Lotus Tea House is a local tea house and boba shop that serves all kinds of assortments of hot and cold drinks as well as food. Bring your sketchbook and pencils or other media and come sketch! There is no theme for this meetup, just feel free to draw whatever you like. We would like our group to continue to be welcome here, so make sure to purchase a(…)
Tacos 🌮 and Theater! 🎭
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Hole Mole
Let’s get a taco or two and then see a Long Beach Musical. We will meet at the Hole Mole on PCH to have a bite. Then have a six minute walk over (or you can drive) to the Long Beach Playhouse for the 8 PM show. **You must buy your ticket on your own.**
Link to purchase here: [https://lbplayhouse.easy-ware-ticketing.com/assignedseating/qd5-CJ-aUwpmKbrj4EZmdA](https://lbplayhouse.easy-ware-ticketin(…)
Stand Up Paddle
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Cabrillo Plaza parking lot
Let’s paddle before work! Get there at eight and we’ll start promptly so we can all be off the water after about an hour. There are hot outdoor showers and bathrooms if you need to change and go directly to work from paddling.
This meet-up is for experienced paddlers only. Please contact us to set up a lesson first if you want to start paddling in the meet-up group but aren’t experienced. We char(…)
Multifamily & Single Family Mid Year Market Update
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 3229 E Spring St
**Topic: Multifamily & Single Family Mid Year Market Update**
The first half of the year is coming to a close, so what does the future of multifamily and single family real estate hold for the rest of 2024? We don’t have a crystal ball, but we do have 2 industry experts to share their insight! Please join us for our next FIBI Long Beach meeting where you’ll get up to the minute answers to all you(…)
Movie Night: THE SANDLOT on the Sand in Long Beach
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Granada Beach
I’m excited to invite you to a free outdoor screening of one of my favorite movies growing up, The Sandlot. We’ll be meeting on the sand at Granada Beach in Long Beach.
Bring your chair, blanket, snacks, and a beverage. We will be getting there a little early to reserve a good spot. You’ll see few flags around our area so you know where to meet us. FYI when the movie starts we’ll have to take dow(…)
CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: OPEN DOOR OC ONLINE VIA ZOOM
CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY:
DRAWING CLOSER TO GOD
Join a handful of 5-6 Christ-seeking believers on the 2nd and 4th Saturday at 9am online via zoom. If you are looking to get closer to God or to feel the Spirit lead you, this is the meet-up for you! We spend the first 20 minutes in silent meditation… YES… 20 minutes. Often easier said than done. We focus on a word like “peace,” “Healing,” or s(…)
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.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Long Beach, California
Modelo Presenta: El Mexicano, Banda Arkangel R-15, Banda Toro y Banda
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet
Modelo Presenta: El Mexicano De Casimiro Castillo, Banda Arkangel R-15, Banda Toro y Banda Los Lagos
BUILD LA 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Disneyland Hotel
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the future at Build 2024 – Where Innovation and Creativity Collide!
Build 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Disneyland Hotel
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the future at Build 2024 – where innovation and creativity collide!
Queer Hearts Desire
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: BLACK
Join us again for our Summer Flirt event!!
Electric Sea: Your Ultimate House and Techno Boat Party
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Catalina Classic Cruises
Returning Summer 2024, Electric Sea Boat Party at Catalina Cruises in the LBC ! Purchase your tickets before it’s SOLD OUT.
Santino Bros. Wrestling presents: The L.A. Rumble 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Leo P.Turner Community Center
Showcasing the brightest homegrown stars of Santino Bros. on Saturday July 27th in Cudahy, CA! #BellGardens #SouthGate #LosAngeles
LBCC & LBCC Foundation SummerFest & Drone Show
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Veterans Memorial Stadium, East Lew Davis Street, Long Beach, CA, USA
Spend the evening at Veterans Memorial Stadium connecting with community members and experiencing all that LBCC has to offer.
Xtreme Hip Hop with Master Trainer Ali (3 Year anniversary and Birthday)
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Jump Beyond Sports, Oak Street, Torrance, CA, USA
We are working out (stepping) and celebrating a healthy active lifestyle for my 35th Birthday.
Compton Karaoke Uncut
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Planet Health Compton
Back by popular demand
Southern California Water Coalition Quarterly Luncheon
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: SoCalGas – Energy Resource Center
Don’t miss out on the SCWC July Quarterly Meeting and Luncheon!
July Mahj Club Mixer
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Marlena Long Beach
Reserve a seat at one of our mahjong tables! Treat yourself to Marlena’s specialty coffee and pastry and join us for our #summerofmahj event
Bichota Paint Night!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Maclovia Grill & Mezcalita Bar
Calling all Karol G stans, we’re back with another bichota paint night, this time at Maclovia Mezcalita Bar & Restaurant!
Sensual Bachata Night featuring Pablo & Raquel
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Steven’s Steak & Seafood House
2 Hour Sensual Bachata Workshop with Pablo & Raquel
Mason Briggs Clinic
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: AIM Sports Group
The last in person clinic of the year! (Boys and Girls)
Orange Coast’s Best of 2024 Party
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: South Coast Plaza
The BEST party of the Summer is here! Celebrate the best in Orange County at Orange Coast Magazine’s Best of 2024 Party!
OVERCAPACITY Long Beach July 27th, 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: TAP24 Bar & Grill
We’re back with the Vibes! Check us out on Saturday July 27th. Vibes start @10PM. Free w/ RSVP Before 10:45PM.
Ohana Fitness Games
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Lakewood High School
Ohana Fitness Games – a day of friendly competition and community bonding! Come support the Lakewood XC FUNDRAISER
Accessity’s 30th Anniversary Celebration- Los Angeles
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: 1000 N Avalon Blvd
Join us to celebrate our 30th Anniversary!
Joyful Life Women’s Luncheon – Tropical Hideaway
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Calvary Chapel Pacific Coast
A tropical women’s luncheon with worship, fellowship, food & a sweet time in God’s Word.
“HAWK TUAH” SEASON @ BLEU NIGHT CLUB | $10 W/RSVP BEFORE 10:30PM | 18+
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Bleu Restaurant & Dancing
Toxic Fridays Presents HAWK TUAH SEASON inside Bleu Night Club