Let’s explore social events in Manchester, Greater Manchester 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 Manchester where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Manchester
Christian Beginner Pilates
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Charter Oak Park
Join our Christian Beginner Pilates group for ladies who are looking to have fun while improving their flexibility, fitness, energy levels, and overall health through exercise. Our group is perfect for full-time/part-time working moms, SAHMs, SAHWs, and singles who want to tone their bodies and learn valuable tips on eating well and living fruitfully in Christ Jesus (short Q&A after pilates sessio(…)
Trivia Night at revolution bowling
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Revolutions
Enjoy some cocktails and bar food and trivia! with bar rated trivia sign ups at 7:00. planty of parking and large seating area and tables. I played trivia with this company frequently and you will find them very organized and the trivia moves along a good pass and it should be over before 9.(…)
ESCAPE ROOM < Event TBD
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◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: undefined
This is a place to gather the names of people who are interested in an escape room adventure. No formal event has been determined yet. Anticipating event to take place in late Summer /early Fall.
If you are interested, please drop your name in the comments and indicate when the best day and time range would be for you to attend.
If you have personally done this and want to recommend a venue, ple(…)
Winery pot-luck!
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Crystal Ridge Winery
Come relax at Crystal Ridge,with wine and live music,and delicious food(that we bring ourselves).Everyone bring one snack/ finger food to share–Tiny sandwiches,cookies,chips/dips, cheese board,etc. No drinks at all are allowed to be brought in,not even water.Band goes from 2:30-6:30, food trucks are Jamaican cuisine, and ice cream.(…)
July Book Club Meetup.
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Butterfly Restaurant
***You are still welcome to attend all Meetups even if you have not read the book. Come for the social aspect of the Meetup. All are welcome!***
# Ring Shout
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“Nebula, Locus, and Alex Award-winner P. Djèlí Clark returns with Ring Shout, a dark fantasy historical novella that gives a super(…)
Nutmeg Business Networking in person meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: 33 Church St
IN-PERSON MEETING at 33 Church St Rocky Hill – The Rocky Hill Community Center starting sharply at 7:15am
Avoid cold calling, costly marketing, and dealing with suspect leads. Give Nutmeg Networking 60 minutes on Wednesday mornings and get a warm welcome, new friends, comradery, and an increase of business with qualified prospects. Success is contagious – catch it at Nutmeg Business Networking(…)
Casa Mia on the Green ….🍕🍝🥂🍗🍺🍹
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Casa Mia On The Green
Maybe it will nice enough to be outside. We’ll see.(…)
Sound of New England REHEARSAL 🎶🎶🎶🎶
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: The Unitarian Meeting House
Come join us celebrate the summer and 4-part a cappella harmony singing. Do you love to sing, make new friends, do a little choreography, perform for an audience?? If any or all of these things are of interest then we are looking for YOU! We currently have openings singing all four parts!! We are learning new songs to add to our already great repertoire. We just have fun making great music togethe(…)
The West Hartford Groupe de French In-Person Conversation
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Calling all French speakers: Bavardez avec nous!
RSVP to let us know that you’re coming. Merci(…)
Hartford Area Backgammon
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Birdhouse Coffee
All level of players welcome🎲🎲(…)
Monthly Moon Circle
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Intuition At Hand
Align with the energy of the moon to manifest positive change in your life
Co-create with universal energies to unlock your inner magick!
Safely explore ritual, in a group setting led by Sharon, a Wiccan High Priestess, who is very experienced in working with these natural energies.(…)
Hanging out at the new Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlor! @ Downtown Hartford
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlor
Hartford Flavor Company recently opened up a new establishment on Pratt Street, so let’s go check it out! We’ll be there stating at 7, so feel free to drop in and out any time during the night. We may stay later and/or go to another venue afterwards.(…)
Railroad ramble & history hike
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Fuss & O’Neill
This history walk starts out slow as we learn a bit about the former Cheney railroad, a spur from the silk mills to the main r.r. line in the North End. Beginners, families, kids welcome. We’ll walk along a fairly flat trail, crossing some streets. Part of the property is owned by the Town of Manchester and part by the Manchester Land Conservation Trust. About 2.75 miles round trip, with commentar(…)
Women Network and Learn Together
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Brookdale Chatfield
Start your day with a warm and welcoming group of women. We will have Introductions, Networking, and hear from our guest speaker. Gulian Nurmuradova will speak on different types of Acupuncture and do an experiential Sound Healing demonstration.
Crystal singing bowls produce calming tones, which brings you to a state of calm and bliss. That tone releases tension and promotes a sense of deep relaxa(…)
Young Adult Bible Study
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: St. Thomas The Apostle
Were so glad you found us! Most of us found this group either here on meetup or randomly googling one night, so you are not alone 😉
There are typically 12-20 people in attendance (most of our group is not on Meetup, but this is how we reach new people like you!). Please email [email protected] and we will provide the link via email to join.
How it works: We rotate as peers leading a discu(…)
Clubhouse on Main
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Clubhouse on Main
Let’s take a little mid-week break and check out Clubhouse on Main, a new sports bar with food, drinks, and various activities on offer.
**The activities include:**
-Sport simulators
-Axe throwing
-Golf simulators
-Billiards
-Darts
-Arcade(…)
Abbott in the rough July 27 Saturday 1 pm
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: undefined
First meetup here great lobster rolls…. 117 Pearl st. Noank ct(…)
Stand Up Paddle Yoga on Coventry Lake
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Coventry Lake Boat Launch
Join Soulful Sojourns for a transformative self-care SUP Yoga night! We blend the peaceful practices of yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness on the water in a blissful night of self care!
We’ll have 6 dates in July from 6:30 to 8:00 PM so sign up and pay to join!
[See details and register here!](https://anewgaia.org/product/july-sup-yoga-with-becky/)
This workout, will improve your balance a(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Manchester 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 Manchester on Guides.ticketmaster.co.uk, Designmynight.com, or Manchestereveningnews.co.uk.
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SLOWJAMSwithA → MANCHESTER
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Revolution Manchester – Parsonage Gardens
PART II
ENGLAND| Kim Haberley takes Manchester
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Comfortel UK Salon Furniture
HEY GUYS! ITS KIM! I can’t wait to come back to the UK to educate you all on JULY 22, 2024. Promise it’ll be worth the wait <3
DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS pop-up 70s, 80s and 90s disco party -ALTRINCHAM
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Bowdon Rooms
The legendary DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS pop-up 70s, 80s and 90s disco party is coming back to ALTRINCHAM!
Antwerp Mansion (MANCHESTER) Ghost Hunt with HAUNTED HOURS and GHOST THEORY
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Kent Road West
✨️ Dare to join? Explore this haunting 1800’s mansion with Haunted Hours! Unravel
history & mystery in a ghost hunt like no
other! ✨️
Massage for Cancer and Supportive Care
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
This 2 day course is designed for massage therapists who want to expand their skills in the use of massage therapy
Unsuitable: A History of Lesbian Fashion
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Social Refuge
Launch event for ‘Unsuitable: A History of Lesbian Fashion’ by Eleanor Medhurst.
Reading Performance of the Award Winning Play – PRINCIPLE
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Stretford Public Hall
The new Principal has established a new school rule— A campus turmoil leads to a struggle between the Principal, teachers and students.
2 Day Advanced Communication Skills Training – 23-24 July 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: The Christie School of Oncology Education Centre
This popular course provides an opportunity to discuss evidence-based communication skills and models
Site Visit To Greater Manchester Mental Health, North View Facility.
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: North Manchester General Hospital
Join us for a site tour of the new state-of-the-art Mental Health Inpatient Unit at North Manchester General Hospital.
Sound Bath In Victoria Baths
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Victoria Baths
Immerse yourself in a relaxing sound bath experience at the historic Victoria Baths – a unique event to relax, unwind and rejuvenate!
Ladies Halal Sculpt and Sip Party
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Beswick Library
Get ready for a fun night of clay sculpting, sipping on halal drinks, and celebrating with your ladies at our upcoming event!
Aerial Soundbath
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Bodybarre Manchester ☆ Pole + Burlesque + Aerial Studio ☆
Come ‘float’ back into balance + harmony in an Aerial Gong bath; to realign, retune and reset
Style Sustainably with ANF X Modern Farmhouse
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Modern Farmhouse
Join us for an evening of networking and shopping some of the most beautiful second hand pieces from some of Atelier’s power women.
SOLD OUT! ‘The Summer Gincident’ Gin Cocktail Cruise
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Barca Bar – By the water
This 3-hour excursion we will take you on a journey through the history of Gin…
Summer Market
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 49-51 Sidney St
A market full of LGBT+ makers and small businesses plus second hand goods.
Yin & Gin at Sante – Unwind with Yoga and Spirits
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: SANTÉ Didsbury
Join for a Yin yoga class followed by a gin cocktail/mocktail, or G&T crafted just for you.
The Creepy Crawly Show
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: 24 Stanley Square
The Creepy Crawly Show is coming to Stanley Square in Sale
R&B BRUNCH – SAT 27 JULY – MANCHESTER
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Manchester Bierkeller
Welcome to the official R&B Brunch® Don your furs, dust off your cane and let’s get the crystal on ice at the UK’s biggest R&B Brunch
Farm Emo – Emo x Country Clubnight – Manchester
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Lost Weekend @ The Shack
IT’S NOT A PHASE Y’ALL. A WHOLE NIGHT OF COUNTRY, EMO AND POP-PUNK.
Red Bull Dance Your Style UK
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Freight Island
Red Bull Dance Your Style is back and bigger than ever!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations Manchester – August @ the Oast House Beer Garden!
◦ When: Wednesday, Aug 14th
◦ Where: The Oast House
Dear InterNations Friends,
For our awesome August event, we invite you to enjoy the Great British Summer (!) in the open-air beer garden at The Oast House in Spinningfields, Manchester!
Come join us in our reserved area, grab yourself a drink or 3, and enjoy networking the night away!
Make connections, friends, and memories that will make your Manchester experience one to remember!
See you at
InterNations Manchester – End-of-Summer Party at Barca!
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 18th
◦ Where: Barca Manchester
Hi InterNations Manchester!
For our end-of-summer party, we invite you to enjoy the Barca in Castlefield!
Come join us in our reserved area, grab yourself a drink or 3, and enjoy networking the night away!
Make connections, friends, and memories that will make your Manchester experience one to remember!
See you at Barca Manchester!