Let’s explore social events in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Philadelphia
Arcade and Retro Console Gaming Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Arcade Escape Zone
Hi All,
I’m setting this meetup a whole month in advance. December 6 at 7-9pm. (it may run later than 9pm)
All the games are set to free play, of course. There are standup arcade games as well as retro/classic console games. I plan to close the RSVP if it gets a little above the capacity limit. I’ve turned on the “bring a guest” option if you want to bring a friend.
It’s $10 per person at the d(…)
Retro Console and Arcade Gaming Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Arcade Escape Zone
Hi All,
I’m setting this meetup a whole month in advance. December 6 at 7-9pm. (it may run later than 9pm)
All the games are set to free play, of course. There are standup arcade games as well as retro/classic console games. I plan to close the RSVP if it gets a little above the capacity limit. I’ve turned on the “bring a guest” option if you want to bring a friend.
It’s $10 per person at the d(…)
Warwick Farms meet and mingle
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: warwick Farm Brewing
Let’s check out Warwick Brewing Co on Almshouse Rd.Jamison.
If the weather is nice we’ll meet outside by the covered service bar.
If not, we’ll meet inside and hang out by the big stone fireplace and big comfy couches.
There’s typically 2 food trucks onsite details can be found on the website.
Cross-posting this event with Good Times Great Friends meetup group. Hope to see you there!(…)
BrowserStack QA meetup Philadelphia – November
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for our QA meetup of the BrowserStack Meetup group Philadelphia.
**Session 1 : Details will be updated soon**
***Venue:*** **Will be updated soon**
***Date & Time – November 20th, 6:00 PM CDT***
**Also meanwhile why not sign up as a champion?**
We have a thriving community of 1200+ QA Professionals as our community members through out the world you should consider joining our champion(…)
Come join us at NTFC for Pickleball. $20/person -Unlimited play 4-6pm
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 405 Richboro Rd
Come join us for Pickleball. $20/person -Unlimited play 4-6pm. Pay at the door. No walk-ins – only meetup signups. If you cannot attend, you must cancel online 24 hours in advance.
PLEASE REMEMBER – LESSONS ARE SEPERATE FROM OPEN PLAY….. Thanks, Mike Kusters/NTFC(…)
Moorestown – 3.5+ Competitive Pickleball 7:30am Start Time
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Moorestown Tennis Club
* ***The fee is $13.00 for 2 hours. Payment will be collected by the host at the venue.***
This session is for 3.5+ advanced competitive play. Players should be highly skilled in all phases of the game, i.e., third shot drops, dinking, strategy, etc. First game: winners stay and split, losers sit. After first game, play 2 consecutive games.
We currently have 4 courts (with the ability to expand)(…)
PICKLEBALL-COMPETITIVE w/CHALLENGE COURT (OUTDOOR)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: undefined
**BRING BALLS, MONITOR THE WEATHER AND THE COMMENTS.**
**COMPETITIVE:**
This session is for players with more advanced pickleball skills.
Suggested guidelines for playing in this group include the following:
1. Do you understand the rules of the game and are you familiar with the game strategy?
2. Are you familiar with and can use in a game some of the basic shots in pickleball – drive, volley, (…)
Gaming Meetup – Console Games and Arcade Games
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Arcade Escape Zone
Hi All,
I’m setting this meetup a whole month in advance. December 6 at 7-9pm. (it may run later than 9pm)
All the games are set to free play, of course. There are standup arcade games as well as retro/classic console games. I plan to close the RSVP if it gets a little above the capacity limit. I’ve turned on the “bring a guest” option if you want to bring a friend.
It’s $10 per person at the do(…)
Wildlife Walks
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Pennypack Environmental Center
Explore the Nature Sanctuary in search of sights, sounds & signs of wildlife. Adults Only. Free.
Registration at [https://forms.gle/8UbYeEBjkD1NG1Wx6](https://forms.gle/8UbYeEBjkD1NG1Wx6?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3Pib8KP9-qatBL1IlvsaOpd_GFh-lIVMfFr4Fv8rubmM7HfpQP3InrAGE_aem_Dic3DKEEp0U2ZhN-Ah87fw)(…)
Intermediate Open Play
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Northeast Racquet Club & Fitness Center
Players should be able to consistently hit all shots and understand court positioning.(…)
Silver Lake Park in Bristol (3 miles)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Silver Lake Nature Center
We’ll follow the “Silver Lake Trail” around the lake. Parts of the trail are on a boardwalk. Other parts are crushed stone, grass, mulch, or dirt. There are some very short hills. Total distance is about 3 miles.
Trail map is here: https://silverlakenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Trail-Map_VBC-Grant-2019.pdf
We’re not meeting at the nature center. We are meeting in the big parking l(…)
PICKLEBALL-ALL LEVELS (OUTDOOR)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: 1025 Horsham Rd
**BRING BALLS, MONITOR THE WEATHER AND THE COMMENTS.**
**LET’S PLAY!** Our meetups will have 6 courts to play on (courts #1 through #6) with 40 players per session. Courts #7 and #8 will be reserved for public use at all times. If no one is playing on those courts, we can use them as part of our Meetup session. However, if people not in the Meetup session show up to play, we must vacate the publi(…)
Intermediate Drill and Play (Cut Down on The “Net” Miss))
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: Northeast Racquet Club & Fitness Center
A mix of instructional drills followed by game play. Players should already have extensive game experience and have a basic understanding of positional play.(…)
Ride Yer Bike Tuesday (4 paces: 12-13, 13-14, 14-15 & 16-17 mph)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Mondauk Common
Bring yer bike and sense of adventure. Expect good company and mostly quieter roads. Must be willing to ride safely and respect traffic laws.
**RESPECT THE COLD AND WIND.** THANKS TO WES FOR A SHORT ROUTE!
* The ride is a loop thru The Farm Park and the SRT (with a tailwind?) and back to Flourtown for Wake Coffee.
* 31.4 miles, 1,458 feet of climbing.
* 4 paces: 12-13, 13-14, 14-15 & 16-17 mph
*(…)
Afternoon Tyler Trek 6 – 7 miles
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Tyler State Park – Boathouse Parking Lot
Join us for an afternoon hike at picturesque Tyler State Park. We will hike 6 – 7 miles on both the wooded and paved trails of the park, travelling along Neshaminy Creek and the brook that feeds into it. Moderate/brisk pace, anticipated hike time 2 – 2.5 hours. Terrain on the wooded paths is mostly flat with a few small climbs, and the paved paths have some rolling hills which afford great views. (…)
Beginner and Advanced Beginner
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Northeast Racquet Club & Fitness Center
This MeetUp can accomodate more experienced players or those who are just getting started. Not recommended for players with no prior playing experience.(…)
Monday Lunch | Bryan Hughes Business Connections
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Uno Pizzeria & Grill
*”It’s not who you know, it’s who knows you”*
Become a member of BHBC Networking Group, with ten groups to choose from! All guests are welcome.
Please feel free to contact Bryan at (610) 937-4770 or [email protected] for any information or questions regarding Bryan Hughes Business Connections! Hope to see you soon!
\*RSVPs does not reflect actual turnout as we use more than one event applic(…)
Speak Life Professional Bible Discussion
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for an enriching evening of Bible study, spiritual growth, and networking tailored for single professionals. Our Speak Life Professional Bible Discussion Group welcomes all looking to delve deeper into the teachings of the Bible while connecting with like-minded peers.
Come prepared to engage in thought-provoking conversations, enjoy delicious refreshments, and forge valuable connections w(…)
Philadelphia’s First Toastmasters Club
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: The Philadelphia Protestant Home
Are you looking to develop confidence when speaking to groups or in public?
If so, then you can benefit from the speaking and leadership training here with us at Toastmasters. Improve your skills in a friendly environment where constructive feedback and personal support, essential to improvement, are always the focus of each meeting.(…)
Moorestown – 3.5+ Competitive Pickleball 8:00am Start Time
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Moorestown Tennis Club
* ***The fee is $13.00 for 2 hours. Payment will be collected by the host at the venue.***
This session is for 3.5+ advanced competitive play. Players should be highly skilled in all phases of the game, i.e., third shot drops, dinking, strategy, etc. First game: winners stay and split, losers sit. After first game, play 2 consecutive games.
We currently have 4 courts (with the ability to expand)(…)
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 Philadelphia, you can try out Allevents.in, Ticketsonsale.com, or Visitphilly.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Last Rodeo : Final party of the semester
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Ego Hall
End of Semester School Year Party | Temple | Drexel | Lasalle | Villanova | UPenn | SJU| Many More
Merchantville Home Tour
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Merchantville
Come join us for a fun day exploring beautiful homes in Merchantville!
Matinee Dance Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: VINYL
Get Ready: The Hottest Global Matinee Style Dance Party Is Here to Redefine How Philly Parties
Sinatra Christmas Spectacular: Tommy Ward Orchestra Live
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Independence Seaport Museum
Experience a night of holiday magic! Tommy Ward brings Sinatra’s timeless style to Philly with big band hits and Christmas classics.
Philadelphia Rare Book and Print Fair
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 23rd Street Armory
The Philadelphia Rare Book and Print Fair will bring over 60 rare book and print fairs to the heart of Philadelphia.
Philly Christmas Walk
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Love Park (across from Suburban Station)
A collection of indoor and outdoor attractions to dazzle the eyes, ears, taste buds and spirit over 10 miles; shorter distance options.
The Philadelphia Pancakes & Booze Art Show (Artist and Vendor Reservations)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Underground Arts
This ticket page is for ARTIST AND VENDOR RESERVATIONS ONLY. To purchase general admission tickets please visit the venue’s website.
Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus presents ‘A Bandura Christmas’
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: St Luke the Evangelist Rc Church
Experience a 90-minute Christmas program featuring musicians from across North America led by Artistic Director and Conductor, Oleh Mahlay
Sweet Treats and Savory Eats: Dessert and Snack Food Festival
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 7020 Camp Hill Rd
CALLING ALL SWEET TREAT LOVERS! Join us for a fun-filled day of delicious desserts and savory treats. Music! Photo booth! Giveaways! Prizes!
Louis D. Brandeis Law Society Annual Channukah Party
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: National Society of Colonial Dames
Join us for the Louis D. Brandeis Law Society’s Annual Channukah Party – a festive celebration filled with food, drinks, and good company!
Nibal Malshi Live in Concert
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: The Rotunda
End of Season Concert with Nibal Malshi, featuring Firas Kreik.
Reflections Dance Company Fall 2024 Showcase
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Conwell Dance Theater, Conwell Hall, Temple University
Join us Saturday December 7th at 7:00 pm for our Fall 2024 Showcase to what our dancers have been working on this semester! 🙂
LikeMinded
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Midnight & The Wicked
Join the largest network of Black and Brown Professionals in Philly.
THE HOLIDAY & SAGITTARIUS DAY PARTY
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: VERA BAR AND GRILL (SKY LOUNGE)
The Grown & Sexy Holiday & Sag Bash
Saturday, December 7th
6 PM – 10 PM
VERA, Cherry Hill, NJ
Holiday Bazaar at Northwestern Stables
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Northwestern Stables
Come to Northwestern Stables for our Annual holiday event. Reserve your horse rides and holiday photos. Say hello to Santa.
SAZÓN PHILLY @ STRANGELOVE’S
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Strangelove’s
Join us for the BEST Queer-centered Latin Night in Philly 🙂 This time we’ll be at Strangelove’s in the Gayborhood on the top floor, baby!
Glen Phillips of Toad the Wet Sprocket at the Philadelphia Rare Book Fair
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: 23rd Street Armory
Listen to Glen Phillips of Toad the Wet Sprocket perform at the preview night for the Philadelphia Rare Book and Print Fair
National Legal Officers College 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Join us in Philadelphia for three unforgettable days of legal education and camaraderie, in a city steeped in American history.
21th ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY FOR THE EASTERN DISTRICT PA BANKRUPTCY BAR
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Ladder 15, Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA
THE DEBTOR/ CREDITOR BANKRUPTCY BAR PRESENTS:
THE 21st ANNUAL HOLIDAY HAPPY HOUR(S)Thursday, DECEMBER 5th, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. – 8:30
Spiritual Breakfast 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: The Church of Saint Luke & The Epiphany
Join us for a morning of connection and reflection at the 2024 Spiritual Breakfast!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Holiday Boogie Night in the Burbs
◦ When: Friday, Dec 13th
Come on our with my favorite cover band!! Don’t Call Me Francis coming to electrify the dancefloor, Amazing. No other words necessary. It was like Louie Armstrong and Aretha Franklin were in the house. The Village also has a great vibe!! Join the Holiday Joy on the dancefloor.
Please text me so we can expect you!!
8565362634
Festive Fabulousity With Fat Mez
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
Don’t miss this festive night out with Fat Mezz! Classic Rock and Dance music that sweep you up right on to the dance floor. Contact me if you are all in!! Reserving a table so let me know. 856-536-2634. Band is slated to start at 7pm. You are going to want to call in sick on Friday!!! No Joke!! See some old friends and make some new ones. Going to an amazing night out!!
Going to collect $20
PITBULL. Mr Worldwide!!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
Mr. worldwide is coming to Atlantic City! So excited I barely contain myself. Got tickets on the floor for general admission for $150 a Ticketmaster. Below is link!!
https://www.ticketmaster.com/pitbull-tickets/artist/985347
More info to come! Get your tickets before they sell out
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Philly In Person Meetup: A Holiday Envisioning Board Soiree
Soak in the holiday season while dreaming about the year ahead! Ellevate Philadelphia will get you mingling and manifesting this December. This is a hands-on event.