Let’s explore social events in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minneapolis where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Minneapolis
Event Zero
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Minnehaha Falls Pavilion & Bandshell
Please bring your coffee. Happy hour comes first, ha ha.
There is an awful lot to unpack here.
We will ZERO in on what gets you pumped. There are a myriad of activities such as salsa dancing, yoga, martial arts, bicycling, hikes, . . . . There are a myriad of trips to take both right around here and half way around the world too.
We will ZERO in on what keeps you Healthy. If you are into Health(…)
Urban Growler Outdoor Patio
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: 2325 Endicott St
Join our group for this late summer gathering with good food and local brew on the outdoor patio at Urban Growler. This is the first woman-owned microbrewery in Minnesota and the Midway Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Small Business of the Year. Let’s support them!
There’s plenty of food options on their menu and of course a fine selection of brews with a local twist:
http://www.urbangrowlerbrewing.c(…)
St. Paul Meeting
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Shish Mediterranean Grill & Cafe
I delayed this just a little to allow a bit more time to rotate in more people that are with the program
Dan scoped out this find since he lives in that area. He thinks it is a good spot. Thanks Dan!
Dan was also the winner of our $100 prize for health improvement this month. Make sure to ask him about what he did and how he did it. Congratulations Dan!
As always, I would be most grateful if ne(…)
Finished Flip walk through
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: 3838
Looking to kickstart your journey in real estate investing? Join us for a comprehensive deal analysis with all the numbers.
Learn how Tim acquired the property and how he almost lost it.
Learn all the numbers, price, rehab, expected sale, etc
Learn from others, and network with new and seasoned investors.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and take your fi(…)
September Meetup: DevOps Days MSP Recap + Networking
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: SPS Tower
Hello DevOps MSP Community! 👋
We are excited for our September meetup. Check out the meetup details below.
📅 When: September 4, 2024
📍 Where: SPS Tower, 8th Floor, Minneapolis
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM CST
**Meetup Agenda:**
• **Panel Discussion:** Hear directly from our DevOps Days organizers as they recap the conference. Join us for a open discussion on the talks and topics that resonated(…)
North Loop Girls Who Walk Social
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 800 N 1st St
✨ It’s simple! We will meet in front of Star Tribune – Impark (by the Peanuts statue) then walk along the river together. Once we hit the 30 minute mark, we will circle back around to our starting point!
After the walk, you’ll have the option to join in for a coffee chat at a nearby cafe.
✨ Important Info:
Don’t forget water, sunglasses, and sunscreen!
Wear whatever you are most comfy with
Yield(…)
Friday Night Zen Meditation Group
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Clouds In Water Zen Center
Friday Night Zen is a vibrant and diverse meditation group for people in early- and mid- adulthood. We welcome new and experienced meditators. Please come and check it out!
Wear comfortable clothing for sitting that is not too tight. There will be meditation cushions with mats, and also chairs for sitting depending on your preference.
Our meeting will start with introductions followed by a 30-mi(…)
Hackers and Founders Minneapolis
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Utepils Brewing
Hackers meet hackers. Hackers meet founders. Founders meet co-founders. Talk startups and tech, and help each other out. No speaker; no BS; just interesting people working on interesting things catalyzing the local tech startup scene.
Hackers and Founders is part of a global network of casual meetups focused around bringing together like-minded people working on cool things.
What we do:
• talk (…)
Morning Star Business Networking
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Service Restoration
Bring at least 25 business cards to pass and be ready to talk for a minute about your business. We meet Service Restoration, 300 W 83rd St, Bloomington, MN 55420. All are welcome to attend. Please RSVP here in advance.(…)
Dinner: Oro by Nixta Tortilleria
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Oro by Nixta
💥💥💥 James Beard Nominated 💥💥💥
**When: Wednesday, September 4, 2024**
**Where:** Oro by Nixta Tortilleria
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Coffee hour
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Dunn bros by Loring Park
Quick informal no fuss coffee hour at Dunn bros coffee by lorring park.
Come meet and chat with other Canadians living in twin cities.
Will try to keep this a monthly event every first Saturday.(…)
Game Night at Wild Mind Ales!
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Wild Mind Ales
This is a casual meet up for people who want to play games, get to know people and just hang out.
There’s outdoor seating when it’s warmer out.(…)
Shut Up & Write!® South Minneapolis Coffee Shop
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Sisters’ Sludge Coffee Cafe and Wine Bar
Join us for an hour (or more) of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 6pm on Thursday Evenings.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you’ve written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking ab(…)
Euchre
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Crooked Pint Ale House & Event Center
We will be playing 4 or 6 hand euchre, depending on how many sign up and join in.🙂(…)
Mingle MeetUp!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Duke’s On 7
September Meetup!
We look forward to seeing people of all points of view for our monthly discussion of all things current events and politics!
Join us at Duke’s on 7!
I’ll have a Mingle Project Sign on the table and ready for good discussion!(…)
All-In On AI: How to Develop a Culture of Enthusiasm Around AI
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Lab651
**Overview**
Join [Nate Tower](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-tower/) in this highly engaging and actionable session! He will discuss the initial obstacles his organization faced with AI and then provide the exact roadmap he used with his team to develop a culture of extreme buy-in and enthusiasm around AI research, implementation, and ongoing usage. You will walk away from this session with a (…)
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 Minneapolis, you can try out Exploreminnesota.com, Minneapolis.org, or Globalminnesota.org.
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GRRRL SCOUT – 90’s Party
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: The Hook and Ladder Theater
As if…you haven’t been waiting for this event?! We’re back at the Hook and Ladder for our Annual 90’s Queer Dance Party.
5k Beer Run x Inbound BrewCo | 2024 MN Brewery Running Series
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Inbound BrewCo
Join us for 5k Fun Run event at Inbound BrewCo. Run, walk or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line!
BentBBQRibStravaganzathon
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Bent Brewstillery
KCBS Backyard BBQ Contest with over $8,000 in cash prizes! Best Ribs, Chicken, Sides, People’s Choice, Cocktails and more!
Rare Scotch Whisky Tasting Experience – Minneapolis
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Greyduck Collective
Join The Scotch Malt Whisky Society in Minneapolis for a tasting of rare single malt releases!
Sins (The Poison Of The Heart)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Minnesota Islamic Centre
Jannah Institute and Hikma Academy invite you to an afternoon of reflection. Reflection on our contemporary lifestyle and its consequences.
James J. Hill Days Street Market Application 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Downtown Wayzata
ALL ABOARD! The 50th Annual James J. Hill Days is coming up Sept. 6-8, 2024, presented by Sandvold Financial Group and Wayzata Area Chamber
Junkin’ Market Days Eagan, MN (St Paul) September 7th
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Eagan Community Center
Fall Event
Team Jigsaw Puzzle Contest at Surly Brewing Co – September 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Surly Brewing Co.
See how fast your team of 4 can put together a 500 piece puzzle. There will be prizes!
Rails & Ales Craft Beer Festival at James J. Hill Days
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Wayzata Depot
Join us September 6th from 5-9pm for the Rails & Ales Craft Beer Festival at Lake Minnetonka’s Largest 3 Day Festival, James J. Hill Days.
Ben Sidran presents “Rainmaker”
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Crooners Main Stage
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes.
Dachshund Races – James J. Hill Days 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: JJHD Dog Park
The James J. Hill Days Dachshund Races are Back! Join us September 7, 2024 for the 50th annual event.
vraniCURE Bash 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Emerson
Join us as we raise funds for life saving research for breast cancer.
An Evening with the TANNAHILL WEAVERS
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: The Cedar Cultural Center
One of our favorite Traditional Celtic bands from Scotland, TANNAHILL WEAVERS returns to The Cedar’s 35th Anniversary stage!
Osseo High School Class of 1974 – 50th Reunion
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Osseo-Maple Grove American Legion Post #172
Join your fellow classmates from 1974 to reminisce and catch up.
EVOLVE: Velvet Underground Fall Fashion Show + Pop-Up
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Open Book
A Fall Fashion Show + Pop-Up featuring emerging and established local MN designers presented by The Fitting Room
SNEAKER CON MINNEAPOLIS SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2024 15TH ANNIVERSARY
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Minneapolis Convention Center EXHIBIT HALL A
“The Greatest Sneaker Show On Earth” is coming to MINNEAPOLIS ! To sneaker enthusiasts everywhere, you do not want to miss it!
C.A.R.S. Training (Child and Restraint Systems) – Child Passenger Safety
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Children’s Home Society & Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota
In this 3 hour course, you will get to learn about child passenger safety in the state of Minnesota and practice with hands-on examples.
Junkin’ Market Days Fall Event St. Paul, MN (VENDORS)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Eagan Community Center
The market features unique products such as
boutique clothes, jewelry, home decor, furniture, candles, gourmet foods, and
lots more!!
Robbinsdale Cooper Class of 1984 Reunion
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Crystal VFW #494
High School 40th Class Reunion coming up Saturday September 7th, 2024 from 6pm-1am
Afrobeats to the World (Minneapolis)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Green Room
Presented by Afrobeats to the World
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Twin Cities Coffee Chat
It’s back to school and what better way for you to get back to the basics than by joining us online! We’ll share a topic and have a robust conversation – join us!