Let’s explore social events in New York City, NY 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 New York City where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in New York City
Meet and Greet! Making Friends with or without that Benz!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Bar Bruno Greenpoint
Check the event title!(…)
Marty Cagan: Transformed – Explaining the Product Operating Model — In Person!
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: 350 5th Ave
***NOTE FOR ATTENDEES: Email addresses are required by September 10 in order to receive a security QR code to present at the venue. Please send your email address to the organizer.***
Marty Cagan is a globally recognised voice on Product Management. His books: Empowered, Inspired and now his most recent book, Transformed are considered by many to be essential reading to inform optimal practice of(…)
New York dbt meetup (IN-PERSON)
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Materialize
😎It’s here! Our next dbt meetup is coming up and will be hosted at the **Materialize** office:
* 440 Lafayette St floor 6
* New York, NY 10003
We are looking forward to socializing and seeing all of the new and familiar faces!
💡dbt Meetups are networking events open to all folks working with data! Talks predominantly focus on community members’ experience with dbt, however, you’ll catch prese(…)
ClickHouse Meetup @ Rokt
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: 175 Varick Street
* Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2024
* Time: 6-9pm
* Location: Rokt, 175 Varick St Level 10, New York
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Hello ClickHouse Enthusiasts!
We’re really excited to host another ClickHouse Meetup at Rokt in NYC on September 10, 2024.
The creator of ClickHouse, **Alexey Milovidov**, will be flying in for this meetup and giving a presentation. Don’t miss out!
**Agenda:**
6pm – Arrivals (Food, Dr(…)
AI/ML Conversations Meetup: Vision Transformers and Multi-Modal AI
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: 11 W 19th St
Dear All,
We are delighted to announce that our upcoming meetup is scheduled for Tuesday, **September 10th**. We invite you to join us at the Capital One Flat Iron office to discuss the latest advancements in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. There will also be an opportunity to network and enjoy some pizza.
Agenda:
5:30PM Doors open
5:30PM – 6:15PM Reception, networking
6:15PM – **Sh(…)
New York Philosophy Playground
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Fools Gold
Free twice-monthly event at Fool’s Gold NYC.
Enjoy getting a drink or snack and casually discussing the big questions with like-minded people. Each session, we split into table-sized groups for preliminary discussion of the provided questions for about an hour. Then we re-group to exchange our best points together as a whole.
New themed questions for discussion are selected each time.
Doesn’t r(…)
NYC International Networking Night
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Sugar Mouse, NYC
🌍🗽Update: Meetup raised our organizing costs 🙁 we’ll be having a small $3 event fee to join, can pay when you arrive!
We’re having an International Networking night!
**If you like languages, travel and culture join us!**
All languages, all cultures are welcome. We’ll be socializing and making new friends in NYC after work. Ask the bartender for our group.(…)
UWS Gay: Happy Hour at Dive 75
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Dive 75
Hello UWS Gays — Please join us for beverages at [Dive 75](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jJwhyLizimUC7X3c7).
Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at [https://www.instagram.com/uwsgays](https://www.instagram.com/uwsgays) to get the latest updates!(…)
NYVR – Sept 2024 (Digital Fashion Theme)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Glimpse office
I am excited to officially announce our next NYVR Meetup which will be focused on digital fashion. The event will be our normal format of 6-7pm Demos/Networking, 7-8pm Presentations, and 8-9pm, more Demos/Networking.
Below is the amazing lineup:
* **3 Minute Lightening Presentations**
**1) Trish Gianakis -** The “LED Sling Bag” designed by Trish Classe Gianakis is a wearable art piece that comb(…)
Mingle & read in Bryant Park
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Bryant Park Reading Room
Meet fellow book enthusiasts at the reading room in Bryant Park! Enjoy connecting with others, learn about what everyone is reading, then enjoy our silent togetherness in reading! Since this is outdoors, please feel free to bring any drinks/snacks to nibble on! (Sharing optional, no judgement here 😄)
Stay as long as you like!
**Discussion Prompt**: In your opinion, what is the best movie adapta(…)
Improv for Life! Free Drop-In Class & Jam
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Producers Club Theaters
As the kids go back to school, this is your chance to act like a kid again.
It’s our monthly drop-in Improv Class & Jam! We’re now on our 3rd year and we always get a great turnout. If you’ve been before, come on back, every Class & Jam has its own spirit. If you’ve been meaning to try improv, this is a fun and pressure-free way to do it.
Improv is the ideal path to thinking on your feet, and ta(…)
Business Agility, as a part of Organizational Agility
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: undefined
**Cross-post, to increase visibility. Zoom will be provided [on this page](https://www.meetup.com/business-agility-meetup-berlin/events/301838969/).**
**Synopsis:**
Who gets to say what an agile transformation should look like?
Who should play a leading role in setting system-optimizing goals of a big organizational change? Who should take a main seat at the table, where real products are define(…)
The Dos and Don’ts of Disability Representation in Media
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: 72 Spring St
**Important note for in-person attendees**
This event will be online and in-person. **The speaker and live stream starts at 7:30 pm ET**. In-person attendees may arrive as early as 7 pm ET.
**Description**
While good intentions are a great start, information is power.
This talk for those in media and disability advocates will be a conversation about best practices and the good, bad, and ugly wh(…)
HRF x PubKey — Bitcoin Behind the Great Firewall of China with Roger Huang 🇨🇳
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Pubkey
Each month, the **[Human Rights Foundation](https://twitter.com/HRF)** and PubKey dive into specific HRF initiatives with a focus on how #Bitcoin and #FreedomTech advance humanitarian goals.
We’re thrilled to partner with HRF to shine a light on how Bitcoin is a powerful force for peace and human flourishing.
Our next event will be Thursday, September 12th at 6pm with **[Roger Huang](https://x.c(…)
Young Professional’s Networking Gathering
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: undefined
Get out of your apartment, off your computer, and start networking.
***Bar is giving our group space for free without any rental fee. Please support the bar with one drink minimum.***
Majority of attendees are not from this specific meetup, and 50 people are expected to attend. Many who may not be remote workers. When attending, focus on building relationships and not talk too much about work.
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Co-Working and Networking
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: 100 Gansevoort St
After the success of our first event, we’re thrilled to invite all NYC Wix Partners back for the next round of Wix Playground Co-Working Day.
This is your chance to swap tips, share techniques, and find new inspiration to take your Wix projects to the next level. Connect with other partners, share ideas, and enjoy a day of working together in a supportive space.
**IMPORTANT NOTE:**
**Don’t forg(…)
Meet My Friend – A Networking Workshop and Happy Hour
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Sour Mouse
This event date is a placeholder. Please check back for final details. We are updating the programming to meet the needs of attendees based on feedback we have received.
Calling all extroverts and their introverted friends…we’ve created an event just for you!
Join [Pop Spark Agency](https://www.popspark.agency/) in partnership with [Pearl Consulting NYC](https://www.pearlconsultingnyc.com/) for (…)
Workshop – The Art of Creating Immersive Experiences w/ Jasmin Jodry
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Film at Lincoln Center – Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center
Ever wondered how to create engaging, playable worlds that captivate and connect?
Imagine crafting experiences that blend storytelling, worldbuilding, performance, technology, and game mechanics to foster participation and emotional connection.
Join us for a hands-on workshop led by Jasmin Jodry, where you’ll learn the art of designing immersive experiences that resonate with audiences and invit(…)
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 New York City, you can try out Nycgo.com, Eventcruisesnyc.com, or Timeout.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In New York City, NY
Fine Wine Festival – NYC
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Citi Field
The Fine Wine Festival returns to NYC! Enjoy a day of wine, music, and fashion with a vibrant community on Sep 14, 2024. Don’t miss!
AdTech Unlocked at Google NYC 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: St. John’s Terminal
Join InfoTrust + Google as we navigate the future of digital advertising with industry insights & innovative strategies at AdTech Unlocked.
Drinks and Links Thursdays At MAMATACO Everyone Free + Happy Hour Specials
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: MAMATACO
Come join us at MAMATACO every Thursday for free entry, great drink deals, and a fun time with friends!
BOOK EXCHANGE & MIXER – Book Club for Book Hoes
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: 66 Greenpoint Bar
come exchange as many or as few books as you’d like and make some bookish friends !
PAM ANN FLY GIRL
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Triad Theater
PAM ANN TAKES FLIGHT AT HER FAVORITE HUB NYC
The Invitation of our Times: Mindfulness, AI, and the Future of Life
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Symphony Space
Join us with Yuval Noah Harari, Jon Kabat-Zinn and others exploring this next chapter of our world.
Habibi Yacht Party 2 (H-Bel3araby 1st Anniversary)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Pier 36 NYC
It will be H Bel3araby one year anniversary. Join us on the yacht with full of surprises.
Prophetic Night in the Bronx
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: 1156 Southern Blvd
Don’t stay home. Pass by
Launch of Dan Barry’s “Jimmy Breslin: Essential Writings”
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: 1 Washington Mews
Join us for a conversation with Dan Barry, editor of “Jimmy Breslin: Essential Writings.”
Sonali Bhadauria Dance Workshop| New York | Sep 12 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Ripley-Grier Studios
Join us for Sonali Bhadauria’s Bolly-Jazz Funk Dance Workshop in New York. BUY TICKETS NOW before they sell out.
The Cornell Ai & Hedge Fund Conference 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Cornell Financial Engineering Manhattan
Join the leading hedge fund quantitative minds to learn and network!
Pressoir Session – 2010 Burgundy
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Pressoir.wine Tasting Room & Clubhouse
Join us for a Pressoir Session focused on the 2010 vintage of Burgundy
Suns Up Stand Up : Brunch Comedy
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: St. Marks Comedy Club
Get ready to laugh your brunch off at Sun Up Stand Up – the funniest comedy event happening on 2024-09-14 at 12:30 PM!
Copying the Heart Sutra: A Salon on Chinese Calligraphy and Philosophy
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: 36 E Broadway
Reserve your spot today and experience the art of calligraphy and the tranquility of tea with 7s Art!
Open Banking: Opportunities and Challenges for Fintech and Bank Adoption
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: 599 Lexington Avenue
After a 4-year hiatus, NYPAY is back with an in-person event with hors d’oeuvres, drinks and, most importantly, face-to-face networking!
LET IT HAPPEN (Tame Impala Dance Party)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: DROM
Friday September 13 at Drom NYC
RYM Suicide Walk 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Canarsie Park
Suicide Awareness Walk and Wellness Experience
Staten Island Marathon Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Elizabeth Public Library
A pleasant walk from Union County through Staten Island to Manhattan, with 23-26 miles of trail, beach, boardwalk and great views.
Downtown Newark Food Tour-POWERED by GNCVB
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
The “Nom Nom Newark” food tour is a journey through the culinary diversity of Downtown Newark, We will be making four stops at eateries.
Livestream: Mindfulness, AI, and the Future of Life
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Symphony Space
Join us with Yuval Noah Harari, Jon Kabat-Zinn and others exploring this next chapter of our world.
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations NYC–Slide Into an Epic Night of Games & Dancing🛝🎉
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Slate NY
Are you ready for a night of excitement and fun that combines the thrill of games with the energy of a DJ Dance Party? This time, we’re bringing you the best of both worlds at Slate NY! 🎮🎵
Get ready to unleash your inner child and competitive side in Slate’s expansive adult playground, where friendly challenges and games await. Whether it’s Ping-Pong, Bowling, Pool, Foosball, Giant games, or Ar
InterNations NYC Official – End of Summer Mingle
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 18th
◦ Where: Winnie’s at Haswell Greens
Come join us for a fun and entertaining time making new connections at a our most popular go-to for InterNations NYC.
We look forward to sharing this unique experience with you.
REMINDERS
⭐ No-shows are no fun. Please honor your RSVP or cancel.
⭐ If this is your 1st event, let one of us know so we can introduce you around.
⭐ Bring cash for the entry fee (CASH ONLY).
➡️ Have your barcode ready
IN Official NYC – Internations Turns 17th Birthday Gala
◦ When: Friday, Sep 27th
◦ Where: G-Gallery
#IN TURNS 17
**Dress Code:** Gala Attire (Cocktail or Formal) – Dress to impress!
✨ You’re Invited to a Spectacular Gala Evening at G-Gallery! ✨
Celebrate 17 years of InterNations in the heart of SoHo at a prestigious art gallery, a cultural hub that showcases the best of pop and contemporary art from New York and around the globe. Join us for an unforgettable night as we celebrate the transforma
NYC InterNations🪗Oktoberfest Party 🍺 Largest Global Volksfest
◦ When: Saturday, Oct 19th
◦ Where: Bierhaus in Manhattan
Servus, Griaß di und Hallo!
Come and join InterNations friends for the world’s largest Volksfest and Beerfest! The German OKTOBERFEST, is now an embodiment of German culture and conviviality that originated in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Imagine stepping into a festival where the vibrant sounds of Bavarian bands fill the air, where cheerful toasts of “Prost!” echo amidst a sea of traditional atti
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Virtual Morning Mingle: Energize, Connect, Network
Start your day strong!
Connect and network with a supportive network of women that will fuel your ambition.
Arriving in jammies is totally acceptable!
Braving the Blank Page: The Path to Publication
Join us for a virtual conversation on writing a book that will light up your world & ours!
Guardians of Choice: Protecting Women’s Rights in YOUR Community
Learn how you can be a local advocate for reproductive rights. Act locally, impact globally!
Monthly Member Meet-Up
A monthly gathering for new and existing NYC chapter members to discuss what’s working, what’s not, and what could be! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month.