Let’s explore social events in Luton, 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 Luton where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Luton
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy @ Cineworld Hemel Hempstead
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Cineworld
Join us for a film & a chat before hand.
Film is 19:30 meet from 19:00 in Starbucks.
We have booked the 19:30 Screen 2 Super Screen screening seat numbers K25 – K30
Please check to see what seats we’ve booked. Once you have booked, RSVP & then post your seat numbers in the comments, so we know where our group are sitting & can book seats near each other, either in the same row or in front/behind(…)
80s and 90s disco
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Hitchin Town Hall
Get out your crimpers, put on your fire-safe shell suit and come down to the Town Hall for a night of dancing! Visit Hitchintownhallevents.com to buy a ticket in advance £10. See you there!(…)
Saturday Walk: Great Gaddesden to Hoo Wood and Gaddesden Place
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Hemel Hempstead Garden Centre
A 6 mile walk with a breathtaking view of the valley from Gaddesden Place, the manor house from which the 2016 Tarzan movie was filmed. We’ll also walk through the delightful Hoo Wood, part of the Woodland Trust, and down some delightful and quirky paths around Jockey End. Walking time about 2 to 2.5 hours.
The price for the walk is £2 to cover costs.
After the walk there will be the choice of a(…)
Hitchin Web: Lightning Talks
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Vic
Hitchin Web is your chance to connect with fellow developers, designers, UX/UI specialists, and anyone passionate about building amazing things for the Web. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the world of web development, a budding hobbyist, or a seasoned professional, this meetup is for you!
**Lightning talks**
This month is lightning talks, 5 to 10 minutes on a Web topic of your choice.(…)
Weekly Frontend for Backend Developers Q&A Support
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: undefined
Got frontend questions as a backend developer? Browser internals React, CSS, or UI frameworks? Join our weekly support session where backend engineers can ask anything about frontend debugging and development. Whether it’s debugging, best practices, or integrating APIs smoothly, we’re here to help. Just real-time problem-solving and knowledge sharing. Bring your questions, and let’s tackle fronten(…)
Saturday evening drinks
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Goat
Chilled Saturday evening drinks with good company.(…)
Disco & Soul Night at The Steam Coach
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Steamcoach
Come & join us for a Disco & Soul Night with DJ Steve Kite who some of you will know as the previous Quiz Master at our Wednesday night quizzes.
Steve will be playing the best 70’s & 80’s soul, funk & disco classics for you to dance along to.
🅿️ **Parking**
Parking is available on the road outside the pub or round the corner in Beechfield Road.
Download the Parkopedia App for details of the nea(…)
Midweek Walk: ASHRIDGE HOUSE, Little Gaddesden and Ashridge woods
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Ashridge House
I’d be very grateful if members could make a £1 donation towards Meetup costs. For anyone who has gone ‘cashless’, it’s possible to make a payment through PayPal using paypal.me/MartinJ1986 or [email protected] and choosing the friends and family option. Otherwise, please transfer payment to:
Martin Jones
04-07-09
00779315.
Thank you!
This new fairly flat 5.7 miles walk takes us from Ashr(…)
Mid-week Quiz & Social @ Steamcoach – Boxmoor
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Steamcoach
Everyone is welcome & you don’t have to be good at quizzes to attend. Enjoy a fun & social quiz evening. Maximum of 6 per team, so we will split into teams depending on numbers on the night. **Cost is £2 per person, please bring cash with you.** Cash prizes. The function room/restaurant area at the back of the pub has been reserved for us from 8:00pm, if anyone fancies having dinner or drinks & a (…)
Reggae Rae
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Gade & Goose Pub
Come for a chat and a drink or two and a boogie – music from 8.30 pm – reggae, ska, rock and roll!!
I’ll be there from 7.30 pm to reserve an area for us :))(…)
Cuppa, Cake & Chat or Brunch @ The Three Blackbirds
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Three Blackbirds
Come & join us for a cuppa a chat & a bit of cake for those that fancy a little bite to eat. Coffee & Cake costs from £3:49. The pub also does Breakfast if you fancy something more substantial.
The pub also offers a range of other snacks & meals throughout the day from 12pm.
Please pay for your drinks/food as you go or set up a tab.
For more details about the pub & it’s menu please the followin(…)
Come to North Herts Speakers Club Toastmasters meeting. All are welcome.
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Cloisters
A welcoming and supportive environment where you can improve your communication and leadership skills.
We meet regularly every 1st Wednesday (online) & 3rd Wednesday (face to face in Letchworth).
For online meetings we send out meeting links if you pre-register by emailing our club email below – we don’t give out details publicly for security reasons.
Meetings include – fun, humour from both pr(…)
Roleplaying at Marshalswick Library
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Marshalswick Library
Join us at our new venue at Marshalswick Library for all manner of roleplaying fun! We run one-off sessions using various different systems. Whatever your experience level everyone is welcome – no prior knowledge of any system is required, just turn up and play! Entry is just £4 and we hope to see you there.
There is free parking either in the car park between the library and Marks and Spencers, (…)
Coffee morning: Nena Craft Bakery, Berkhamsted
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Nena Craft Bakery
This is a relaxed coffee morning from 10.30 to 12.30. You can join is at any time.
Nena Craft Bakery is a family-run business in the heart of Berkhamsted. The address is 214 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 1AG.
The best option for parking is the Canal Fields car park which we often use for walks and it is free. However, this can be busy so other options are the car parks next to Tesco or Waitrose wh(…)
Thirsty Thursday
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: THE ALBERT INN
Thursday is the new Friday! Come along to the Albert anytime after 7:00pm for drinks and to make some new friends! There’s a quiz starting around 7:30pm.
Bring £2!(…)
Bimonthly Meeting @ Asda Stevenage
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Asda Stevenage
This is our regular meeting at Asda Stevenage, held on the 3rd Friday of every month.
Please note by RSPV or attending all attendees have agreed to comply with Asda’s room booking policy as set out in the Message boards here:
https://www.meetup.com/Stevenage-Boardgame-Club/messages/boards/thread/53351479
A wide selection of other peoples board games are usually available to play, but feel free (…)
Wednesday Drinks and Social 🍻
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: The Standing Order – JD Wetherspoon
Join us for a fun evening of social, drinks and fun in the middle of the week in Old Town Stevenage!
Whether you’re new to the city or have been here for a while, this event is a great opportunity to make new friends, and expand your social circle!(…)
Chantel MCgregor and Aynsley Lister (Co Headliner (Blues and Rock Guitarist’s)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Court Theatre
Come join me for to see Chantel Mcgregor and Aynsley Lister at a Co-Headlining show at the Dembre Theatre Tring (Formally Court Theatre).
I’ve seen Chanel many times over the last 5 or 6 years and always blows me away with her amazing talent. Aynsley Lister I haven’t seen before but taking a look at his work on you tube I am certainly looking forward to seeing him live!
Tickets £26.95
Please buy (…)
Wednesday Night Board Games
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Adeyfield Community Centre
*Please use the entrance nearest the pub; turn left once inside and then right, and the club’s room is at the end of the corridor.*
Come and join us for some board games every other Wednesday night at Adeyfield Community Centre in Hemel Hempstead. Feel free to bring your own game/s or just bring yourself and play other people’s. We generally have a wide variety of games available and people ready(…)
Laser Pistol Shooting
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Hemel Hempstead Leisure Centre
What We Do Learn and practice: • the skills needed to become an experienced Laser Pistol athlete, • Laser Shooting regulations and all aspects of training and competition (including Risk Assessment), • the responsibilities of the Range Officer, the participants and the audience, • develop mutual respect and inspiration. What To Bring Normal clothing, water bottle. Important to Know £5 [pay as you (…)
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 Luton, you can try out M.luton.gov.uk, Skiddle.com, or Wherecanwego.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Luton, UK
Optical instrument maker Samuel Jones of Daltons – his life and properties
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Dagnall Street Baptist Church
Kate Morris describes a beautiful estate valuation book acquired by the Society, and explores the life of its owner Samuel Jones
BIGGA and Oaklands College 2025 Greenkeeping Seminar
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Oaklands College
One of the UK’s largest BIGGA education events, with an exciting line-up of speakers. Lunch & free parking included in the price.
Half Term Family Nature Day
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Bushmead Community Hub
Bring along the family to enjoy nature based crafts and activities with the Wildlife Trust at the Bushmead Community Hub
Family Event ‘Poo and other clues’ College Lake, Wednesday 19 February
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: College Lake
Join us on our lovely nature reserve to find out about what animals leave behind to tell us about life at College Lake in the Winter.
5KWALK4ORPHANS – LUTON
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Warden Hills
Join us for a 5K walk to support orphans in need – let’s make a difference together!
Firecrest MTB Young Rider Development Programme – Level1 – 18.02.25
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Rushmere Country Park
Firecrest MTB’s Young Rider Development Programme – Level1 Course at Rushmere Country Park on Tuesday 18th February
RAILS Calisthenics Pop Up Workout
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: CrossFit Verulamium
Join our inclusive calisthenics pop-up workout. All levels welcome—learn, improve, and have fun with expert coaches and a friendly community
Firecrest MTB Young Rider Development Programme – DeVo Evo – 18.02.26
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Rushmere Country Park
Firecrest MTB’s Young Rider Development Programme is back at Rushmere Country Park on Tuesday18th February
Luton Historical Society – Faith of our Fathers & Mothers :Fr Brendan Seery
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Bushmead Community Hub
Father Brendan Seery from Our Lady Help of Christians RC church speaks on the influence of faith on the Irish community in Luton and beyond.
February 2025 Goddess Ascension Women’s Circle
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Symonds Green Community Association
Join us for a powerful gathering of women to connect, empower, and elevate each other in our Goddess Ascension Women’s Circle!
Afro-Caribbean Dance Night
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: London Road Estate Social Centre
Get ready to move your hips and groove to the best Afro-Caribbean beats all night long!
Maserati vs Alfa Romeo Yard Meet: The Bowl
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Caffeine & Machine: The Bowl
Yard Meets celebrate certain sub-cultures in the automotive community; Join us as we celebrate two Italian icons.
7+ workshop ‘Pond Dipping’, College Lake, Wednesday 19 February
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: College Lake
Become a pond explorer and fall in love with the wonderful creatures who live in our pond! Children and young people aged 7 years and over.
Viva St Albans Salsa & Bachata
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: THE HUB ON VERULAM EVENT SPACE
Come and dance Salsa and Bachata at Viva St Albans, an event full of rhythm, fun and good music!
Starlet vs Micra Yard Meet: The Bowl
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Caffeine & Machine: The Bowl
Yard Meets celebrate certain sub-cultures in the automotive community; Join us as we celebrate Starlets & Micras.
Experiment with Watercolour Painting Workshop
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Silsoe Village Hall
Come and explore your creative side, join us for this therapeutic workshop where you can experiment with watercolour.
Orbital by Samantha Harvey with lecturer Michael King
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: 1 Holywell Hill
We are delighted to announce our next lecture will explore Booker 2024 winner Orbital by Samantha Harvey.
Pop-up headlights Yard Meet: The Bowl
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Caffeine & Machine: The Bowl
Yard Meets celebrate certain sub-cultures in the automotive community; Join us as we celebrate pop-up and down headlights.
24413 – Safe UK Driving including VR – M9 & M10 [Wraysbury TW19]
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◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Fleet Source Wraysbury – Wraybury Village Halls
Safe UK Driving including Immersive Virtual Reality
Women In Business Networking in Luton & Dunstable, Bedfordshire
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Toddington Park (Park House)
Get your business focused with our Women in Business networking event. Support for you AND your business.