Let’s explore social events in Ottawa, on 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 Ottawa where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Ottawa
Scottish Country Dancing FREE Introductory Class
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Churchill Senior’s Recreation Centre
Welcome to our **Scottish Country Dancing Introductory Class**! Join us at the **Churchill Recreation Centre** for a fun and social introduction to this traditional dance form. This class is perfect for anyone looking to learn something new and have a great time doing it. Learn some steps to Scottish Country dances while enjoying the lively music. No experience or partner necessary – just bring yo(…)
Ottawa’s Hottest Social Event: Join 30+ Locals for a Night to Remember!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Pub 101
Join us for an unforgettable night where you’ll meet over 30+ locals and enjoy a vibrant social atmosphere. Whether you’re new to the city or just looking to expand your social circle, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and create lasting friendships.
**Why Attend?**
* Meet new friends in a relaxed, fun environment
* Connect with over 30+ locals in one night
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Make Friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Ottawa
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Elgin Beer Project
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat BEFORE joining the group (MANDATORY) ⚠️⚠️⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful experience:**
\- 🍺🥤 You are asked to order a dr(…)
Boardgame & BubbleTea 😊
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Hangout
Hangout has bubble tea and boardgames — easy happy therapy! The perfect way to get over hump day!
Come and have fun together!
**Game pass Cost:**
Usually 5$+ tax, however for the moment, Wednesdays are free
**Parking**
Street parking
Support Meetup groups by donating to cover cost, click [here](https://square.link/u/Kf0tZw3O).(…)
The return of my Joke-a-oke Event!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Wise Town Cafe
My Joke-a-oke event is back on!
I have a roster of 15 comedians on the mic.
What do you need to do?
Just promise me you will purchase something 🙂
See ya there for some laughs!(…)
Ottawa French & English Language Exchange Night by Fluentry
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Major’s Hill Park
Hi everyone,
Come and join us to meet new friends who live in Ottawa and want to learn French and/or English!
Please RSVP only if you can make it.
We will continue to host these events outdoors in the park until it gets unbearably cold, to ensure that the Meetups can remain **free**.
Please bring a picnic blanket, outdoor chairs, and good vibes! 😊
We welcome conversation ideas for the group,(…)
Ottawa Real Estate Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Clocktower Brew Pub
Join us for an evening of learning and networking at the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast’s Ottawa Meetup hosted by Serge Papineau.
Whether you are new to real estate investing or looking to enhance your skills, this event is designed for all levels of experience. Our group of seasoned real estate agents, investors, and entrepreneurs will share their knowledge and insights on topics such as (…)
What are Conspiracy Theories & Their Consequences
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: The Royal Oak – Bank at Gloucester
Gone are the days when conspiracy-mongers had to find shards of evidence and contort it to convince people. Now, just their malevolence is needed. If a concocted scenario can’t be proved, then perhaps it can’t be disproved either. That is toxic for a stable society and politics. The authors of “A Lot of People Are Saying: The New Conspiracism and the Assault on Democracy” (Princeton, 2019) notes t(…)
Ottawa Euchre September: Still Schooling You in Euchre
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Pineview Community Hub
**Time:** 7:00 to 9:00pm
**Location:** Pineview Community Hub
1700 Blair Rd, Gloucester, ON K1B 4E6
**Bring your own drinks + snacks (small fridge on site)**
**Cost:** Bring Cash
5$ Meetup membership fee (paid once per year)
2$ Pineview rental fee (paid each game)
**Rules:**
1. Ordering up your partner means you must go alone against the other team.
2. Stick the dealer – the dealer must choose(…)
🎬✨ Spooktacular Night Out – Beetlejuice in 4DX!✨🎬
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Scotiabank Theatre Ottawa (formerly Silvercity Gloucester)
Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and a touch of the supernatural as your **Ottawa Women’s Social Group** heads out to see the brand-new *Beetlejuice* movie! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Sept. 10, and grab your ticket for an unforgettable 4DX experience that will have you feeling like you’re right in the action!
🍿 **Date:** Tuesday, Sept. 10
🎥 **Time:** 6:40 pm
📍 **Location:** Sco(…)
Learn to Play – Ultimate Railroads
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: 832 Stanstead Rd
We’re a group of board game enthusiasts gathering to play in-person Ultimate Railroads. This event is intended for people who do not have some past experience with Ultimate Railroads.(…)
INDOORS – Weekly Knit Night
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Presotea
Meet us at our old faithful, Presotea Rideau for a night of bubble tea, conversation and crafts 😀
– bring your own project
– if you need supplies or would like to use the materials in the community bag please post a comment and we will make sure to bring it! It’s quite heavy so we only bring it when it is requested in advance.
In the spirit of safety and peace of mind, we ask that you only join(…)
Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood 😱🔪🎥🍿 (Time TBA)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Mayfair Theatre
Synopsis: A carefree lakeside vacation is interrupted by the re-emergence of killer Jason Voorhees (Ted White). After he escapes from a morgue, leaving bodies in his wake, Jason travels to Camp Crystal Lake where a group of friends is staying. The teens meet some locals: Tommy (Corey Feldman) and Trish (Kimberly Beck), as well as secretive hiker Rob (Erich Anderson). As the group of teenagers enga(…)
Linux Fundamentals For Developers
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Ottawa
Join us for an insightful talks and networking. The event is held in a private conference room, please wait outside if you are late and send a message here.
Our speaker will be Martin Ha a Software Engineer @ Cisco. he will go over the fundamental of linux.
Note: Parking at the movie theatre is free
Schedule:
1. Welcome
2. Talk
3. Networking
This event is sponsored by the team at: https://flu(…)
Franco-Anglo. 6 language partners, half the time in each language
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: The Royal Oak – Kent at Slater
FRANCO-ANGLO is a language exchange activity in pairs that enables fluent English speakers and fluent French speakers to meet to perfect second language skills. It is not a course: it is a social event. Each session lasts 15 minutes, half the time in French, half in English. You meet six different people in two hours. You can think of it as a sort of speed-dating for language learners… You’ll im(…)
A Sensational Argentine Tango Show!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
Hey, Note Lovers, it’s Carolyn here. Come join us for ***A Sensational Argentine Tango Show!***
How can anyone not love a bandoneon? Pair it with sultry dance, that dress, tango rhythms, bold staccatos, glissandos, hard accents, sudden dynamics, nostalgic lyrics, such a nice way to spend the evening…
**Date:** Friday September 13th, 2024. \*\*note the change- the original posting was Oct 4th and(…)
20 Something Group [Program]
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◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Kind Space
[Register Here!](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd20E9rROZq4t0QuGyemXWd9pgCpDzDuYk268hphcd3w2Q4g/viewform)
The 20 Something Group, is a blend of hang out and discussion group for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks who are ages 19-29 every month on the second and fourth Tuesday. Every Meet-Up we may have an activity or theme for those who prefer activities centered socializing. Join Maddie, Lawrence and (…)
ITCON Ottawa 2024
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: The Westin Ottawa
Today, technology has evolved for the better, taking rapid strides in improving IT management. Businesses, both big and small, have committed to a continuous transformation mindset to optimize business processes, increase productivity, remain resilient from threats, and better serve customers. To advance this vision, we bring you ManageEngine ITCON, where we share best practices to manage, monitor(…)
Bitcoin Basics
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Glebe Central Pub
What is Money?
Concerned over rising gas, food, and home prices?
Curious about this “magic internet money” thing that you’ve heard about from your tech-savvy neighbour? What exactly is Bitcoin? And why have you heard some many conflicting opinions on why it is (or isn’t) so important?
Join us for a monthly informal meetup to learn about the money, and the past/present/future of Bitcoin for newc(…)
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 Ottawa, you can try out Ottawatourism.ca, Todocanada.ca, or Allevents.in.
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The Exploited – Sept 14 Brass Monkey
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Brass Monkey
The Brass Monkey is pleased to present The Exploited with special guests.this is the rescheduled date.
An Evening with The Collingsworth Family & Triumphant Quartet!
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