Let’s explore social events in Mesa, AZ 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 Mesa where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Mesa
Mapping Your Energy to do More Meaningful Work
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Studios at Mesa City Center
**Do any of these scenarios feel familiar?**
* You sit down at your scheduled time to start working on your novel and … the words just won’t come.
* You keep putting off your editing, even though you *have* the time to do it.
* You feel guilty when you’re not writing AND when you’re taking the time to write
**Creativity thrives in flow, not force.** Yet so many writers struggle against their nat(…)
February 2025 Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: HeatSync Labs
**Revoked! How WebPKI is Failing Users** (75 minutes)
* For decades, WebPKI has relied on certificate revocation as a safety net to shield users from untrusted websites.
* The issue is that our current approaches: CRLSet and OCSP, don’t fully address the issue and have glaring weaknesses.
* CRLite was born from Mozilla to challenge the status quo and make certificate revocation a reality.
* But w(…)
Check, Please! Arizona – Outgoing Introverts Edition – Tortas Chiwas
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Tortas Chiwas
Let’s enjoy great food, drinks and company while we meet and critique some of the newest/best/most talked about restaurants in the valley. We will try a different restaurant each time (these will usually be picked from “Best of Phoenix” issues of Phoenix Magazine, Phoenix New Times and Check, Please! Arizona, AS WELL AS YOUR SUGGESTIONS). We will start by doing this once per month, but I may incre(…)
Javelina Canyon and Ridgeline Loop
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Javelina Canyon Trailhead
Join us for a scenic hike along the **Javelina Canyon and Ridgeline Loop Trail**! This 3.5-mile route, starting at the Beverly Canyon Trailhead, features a 587-foot elevation gain and is classified as **moderate**, making it perfect for those seeking a bit of a challenge. The trail follows the peaceful Javelina Canyon, which occasionally has a seasonal stream, before transitioning onto the Ridgeli(…)
PEDAL Tempe Town Lake to Bird Sanctuary
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Tempe Town Lake Boat Launch
**We pedal far west along Temp Towne Lake to the Rio Salado Audubon Center, then return to finish at 100 Mile Brewery [optional]**
We have pedaled Tempe Town Lake many times, but this morning we bike farther west than we have ever gone.
This is a nice loooooong ride – 10 miles each way on the bike path. With a stop at the Nina Mason Pullliam Rio Salado Audubon Center – entry FREE – where we will s(…)
Showtime Trivia @ Brews Burger Joint
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Brews Burger Joint
We found a new place for Showtime Trivia! This time on Tuesdays in Chandler
Brew’s Burger Joint does Showtime Trivia, which is heavier on movie and music categories but has a good mix of other subjects as well. Trivia starts at 6:30, but we should gather around 6:15. Game on!(…)
Special Event!!! 🍾V.I.P Tables & Bottle Service for the Group at HiFi.
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Hi Fi Kitchen Cocktails
# 🏈**Special Event!** 🍾
We will have a Tale or 2 and Bottles on the extended patio at HiFi in Scottsdale for Friday Night. We will have a FREE Cover for Meetup (Must Say Meetup at the Door and show up before 10PM) otherwise I can’t guarantee you won’t pay a cover to get in. As For the bottles please help me TIP on them, that’s all I ask. This is an awesome thing that HiFi is doing for us as a g(…)
Rio Rico Mexican Grill! Let’s eat!
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Rio Rico Mexican Grill
Let’s get together for dinner at Rio Rico.
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Dine with us at Board & Batten
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Board & Batten
Greetings, Wine Friends!
Please join us at Board & Batten in Mesa!
We have dined there and participated in wine pairing events MANY times over the years and have never been disappointed. This time, it’s just a super-casual dining experience with an awesome wine list.
Reminders for all events:
* Attendance is limited to those of legal drinking age and attendees are responsible for providing saf(…)
6:45pm Tuesday Night Bike Ride From RT O’Sullivans in Scottsdale
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: R.T. O’Sullivan’s Sports Grill
6:45pm start time for cooler months
Biking the Scottsdale Green Belt to Tempe Town Lake.
Current route is south from RT’s, stop to regroup at Tempe Town Lake Marina. Continue west on bike path to the pedestrian bridge over the lake (blue light bridge by Tempe Center for the Arts). Leaving bridge we take a Right and continue West on path, then we cross to the North side of the riverbed by crossing(…)
Join Us at Sagebrush! “Crucial Conversations” by Kerry Patterson, et al.
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Sagebrush Coffee Shop & Roastery
**Book Choice**
**”Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High”**
**by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler**
**Ground Rules**
1. *Beforehand*, read as much of the book as you can.
2. *During*, share as much as you feel. Please don’t apologize for what you share – this includes disagreeing opinions!
3. *Afterwards*, continue conversations for as long as yo(…)
Life Drawing Open Studio
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Mesa Community College
Bring your preferred drawing or odorless painting materials and let your imagination flow. This week’s model is Alejandro. As you sketch, indulge in complimentary snacks and drinks all for only $6, (Free for current faculty/students) payable to the host/organizer on the day of the event. Exact change is appreciated. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to refine your skills and connect with fellow a(…)
Happy hr and Sunset
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Canopy By Hilton
One of the best sunsets in Old town
Let’s have drinks at bar and grab a table after sunset(…)
AZ Bitcoiners Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Social Hall
We’re excited to be back at Social Hall in Tempe in the Wood Shed (Upstairs Private Room). Join us for a food, drinks, hanging with bitcoiners.
When you arrive, let them know you’re with the Bitcoin Meetup network (important). Then head upstairs to the private room where you can place your food and drink order!
Thanks to everyone who makes this group possible. If you’d like to continue supportin(…)
Tempe Library Improv Club
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Tempe Public Library
Improv comedy is a theater style where an actor creates their actions in real time as they are doing them. Get more comfortable on-stage, boost your confidence, harness your public speaking skills, and alleviate stress while you do it. Guided by members of the MainStage cast at Bridge Improv Theater, the Tempe Library Improv Club is a great place to make new friends, have a few laughs, and redisco(…)
Happy Galentine’s Day! Let’s exchange some cards and chocolate!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Aubergine Kitchen
Hi my lovely Galentines! It’s our 3rd Annual Galentines lunch so please join me! Let’s put on our nice outfits this time and have a great time! No jeans, jeggings or leggings please.
This year we will be exchanging some Valentine Cards and chocolate! Be sure to bring enough for each gal who shows up to this event.
Hope to see you there!(…)
South Mountain Fitness Hike
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Pima Trailhead-South Mountain
This is a 2.9 mile nonsweep fitness hike loop. We start by going up Marcos De Niza, across the ridgeline to the stone houses and then return to the parking lot down the road. There are a 4 up climbs and 1 down climb. We start promptly at 5:30pm from the bathroom Ramada at the Pima entrance trailhead off 48th St. In Ahwatukee between 48th St & Guadalupe Rd. Phoenix). We try and complete this hike w(…)
Taco Tuesday Lunch & Leads
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Catalyst Crafted Ales
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the Catalyst Crafted Ales and Taco Tuesday with S.A.L.T $2 Taco Tuesday.
Join us for Taco Tuesday Lunch & Leads. Get ready to mingle and make new friends while supporting Local Small Business.
Social Gatherings are great place to make introductions to help grow each other’s businesses. Small Business Owners are very happy to partner with local professionals.
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Sip Social Coffee Mesa
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Buddha’s Brew Coffee Cafe
You are cordially invited to Sip Social Club Coffee Main Street
Every Wednesday! 9AM-10AM
If you are interested in building quality relationships in the Phoenix/East Valley Area, this is a great place to start.
Let us make introductions and help grow each others businesses.
Join for an opportunity to meet, connect and build relationships in a fun and relaxed setting. Everyone invite a friend or(…)
EVSec CitySec Meet-up: Security & Beer
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Beer Research Institute
Do you work in the IT Industry and harbor a great interest and passion for Information Security? Are you interested in learning more about Network Security, System hardening, Penetration Testing, Application Security, or any related topic? Are you currently working in the Information Security sector, or have in the past, and are wanting to connect with other individuals who share your love for the(…)
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 Mesa, you can try out Mesaaz.gov, Mesaartscenter.com, or Mesaparks.com.
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RESTORE 2025 – Phoenix, Arizona
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Crossroads Nazarene Church
A Conference Restoring Faith in God and the Church – Restore is a safe community for survivors to find healing & advocates to be enlightened
Good Good GolfNow Desert Knockout Presented by Underdog
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Grass Clippings Rolling Hills
12 creators team up in teams of two and compete in a double elimination knockout challenge. Who will be the last man standing?
Tessa Bailey: Dream Girl Drama
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Dobson High School Auditorium
Changing Hands Bookstore presents an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey.
NYKO Mastermind
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Isagenix International
Come learn how to grow your business from some of the best field leaders in Isagenix!
Kamp Love DBU
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Latham Springs
Your ticket to a weekend of camping, connection, community and Christ.
2025 Season Kick-Off Karate Tournament
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Greenfield Junior High School
This is the first tournament in the AZMARRS 2025 Season.
An Open Martial Arts Tournament – all ages, styles, schools, students & Instructor
2025 Lunar New Year Dinner
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Mekong Plaza
Join OCA in celebrating the Lunar New Year with a lavish 10-course Imperial Feast! OCA invites all to attend for an unforgettable evening.
Reaching People in New Ways
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: St Matthew United Methodist Church
Join us for an inspiring and insightful workshop designed to help churches explore new ways to connect with their communities.
Social Media Training and Management
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Small Giants
Taught by Tracy Sorano, Small Giants
Metro Phoenix Night Market (Lunar New Year Edition)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: AZ International Marketplace
This free night market will showcase local food vendors and a variety of anime/retail vendors at this Asian food festival
Scottsdale Top Docs Q1 2025 Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: 4254 N Brown Ave
Exceptional Health & Wellness Networking
Gilbert Sister Cities East to West Fest
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: 3775 S Greenfield Rd
Please join us for our annual fundraising event in support of our Gilbert Youth Ambassador Program and to celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year!
Animal Magnetism: A Scorpions Tribute
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: SanTan Gardens
Join us at SanTan Gardens on Feb. 8 for Animal Magnetism, the ultimate Scorpions tribute band, rocking the classics and bringing the fun!
RIDDIM KNIGHTS
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Varsity Tavern
Get ready to vibe all night long with the heaviest bass drops and sickest beats at RIDDIM KNIGHTS – it’s gonna be lit!
B2B Exclusive Networking Event – February 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Insperity
For B2B only! Join my “open to all” premier networking group to network, connect and refer!
Techno Snobs & Diamond Juice Present: COLLISION
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Sunbar Tempe
Two Mixers. Eight DJs. One Party.
Adaptive Dance Class & Party
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
◦ Where: Miracle League of Arizona
Come join us for a fun and inclusive dance class followed by a lively party where everyone can show off their moves!
Harp Bliss Sound Bath
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
◦ Where: Casa Luna Collective
Join Dre for a one-of-a-kind sound bath experience with harp, quartz crystal bowls, and ocean drum.
Duo in the Desert – ticketed ($30)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Saint Barnabas on the Desert Episcopal Church
Married couple and acclaimed pianists Michael Rector and Sylvia Hong return by popular demand to the Saint Barnabas concert series
YOGA UNCENSORED EVENT “Lovers and Friends” at The Perch Brewery!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: The Perch Brewery
Yaaass! We’re here for an epic event of yoga, beats, and eats–> MILLENNIAL STYLE! Meet me on the mat, its goin’ downnnnnn!!