Let’s explore social events in Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Pittsburgh
Hula Hoop Dancing at Bayne Park’s Farmers Market
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Bayne Park (outside the library)
All level hoopers are welcome, from brand-new beginners to advanced, experienced hoopers! Come learn and practice tricks, flow, and hang out!
**hoops will be available for borrowing during meetup.(…)
Code & Coffee
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Prototype PGH
Every second Saturday, our inclusive coding group Code & Coffee meets at Prototype PGH in Oakland from 1:30pm to 3:30pm! 💻🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Code & Coffee is a monthly opportunity for you to practice your skills, meet new friends, and get help if you need it. Bring your laptop, your recent projects, and your programming problems! 👩🏿💻👨🏻💻👩🏻💻👩🏽💻👨🏿💻👨🏻💻
All are welcome regardless o(…)
PGWW x Mad Hippie Skincare
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Highland Park Entry Garden
Join Pittsburgh Girls Who Walk as we kick off the first event in our ‘Self-Care September’ series!
This Wednesday, we will be partnering with Mad Hippie Skincare. Their team has been so wonderful to work with, and their investment in communities like ours could not be more clear. To help us emphasize the importance of self-care, they sent us over some goodies.
The first 50 people to register for(…)
?Interest in Thanksgiving/CHristmas meetups (not actually event)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: undefined
If you are interested in attending either/both Thanskgiving and/or Christmas dinner, than post a comment below stating Thansgiving, Christmas or Both
Thanks.(…)
Meeting In The Wild
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Ruckus Cafe
So you’re middle age (you decide what that means) and you’re looking to date. ‘Looking to meet a new friend who can maybe become your new date.
Meeting someone is difficult. Well, let’s get into that.
By “Meeting In The Wild” I mean, meeting at the grocery store, art gallery, hiking trail head – you get the idea. We’ll take it from the beginning and move step by step through how the process can (…)
Intermediate and Advanced Spanish Conversation at Whole Foods
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Whole Foods Market
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Discussing ‘A Simple Plan’ (1998) – Wednesday Session
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: East End Brewing Company
“A Simple Plan,” directed by Sam Raimi, is available for streaming Hoopla and through rental on Amazon, YouTube and elsewhere. There are also [copies available through the Carnegie Library.](https://acl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S209C2845853)
Attendees should watch the film on their own before the Meetup. We will then meet to discuss it over drinks and food. All those attending should be fully (…)
Dinner at Mediterranean Grill in Squirrel Hill
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Mediterranean Grill
Since on-street parking is free after 6:00 pm, I have made this to start at 6:15 pm. And the parking might not be as bad on Mondays compared to other days.
\*Bring cash. They will not give separate checks.
The Mediterranean Grill is a family owned and operated business established in Pittsburgh’s East end in 1992. Eva, the proprietor, came from from Lebanon to the US in 1978, along with her husb(…)
Bellevue Board Game Night
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Tavern Pizza (formerly Maxwell’s Pizza)
Join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month!
This is an evening of tabletop gaming at Tavern Pizza (formerly Maxwell’s Pizza) in Bellevue, PA. There is a private party room in the rear of the restaurant that we’ll have all to ourselves. The restaurant, bar, and 6-pack room will be open during Bellevue Board Game Night. They have Happy Hour specials too!
Hang with friends, play some games. All abi(…)
Intermediate WEDS Night Volleyball – $8 @ GT
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: GreenTree SportsPlex and Fitness Center
This is regular intermediate level volleyball. We play pass, set, spike. It is expected that players know ALL volleyball rules and can consistently serve the ball over the net, pass to the setter, know how to accurately set etc. *This is not a meetup for beginners. If you are not aware of regular volleyball rules such as rotating, attacking serves, stepping on service line, back row attacks, this (…)
Weeknight Hike at Frick Park
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Lower Frick Park Play Area
Welcome to the Beat the Blues Wellness Adventure Group! Join host AJ for an evening hike at Frick Park in Pittsburgh.
**Meeting location:** we will meet at the lower Frick parking lot at 6:30pm **Directions to Lower Frick Lot: From S. Braddock Ave. at the light at W. Hutchenson St. with the Get Go Gas station on the right, turn left. Follow W. Hutchenson for eight blocks to Lancaster St. and a sig(…)
Attend a Rose Show!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Mt. Lebanon Public Library
What is more beautiful than a rose? If you can appreciate the beauty (and sometimes a delightful scent) of a perfectly blooming rose, then join us for this rose show. The flowers being shown will be the prized roses grown by members of the Pittsburgh Rose Society. They will be competing for ribbons with the other rose growers. On display will be dozens of varieties and colors! Rosarians will be av(…)
Hindu Temple Cultural Tour
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Sri Venkateswara Temple
Join us for a unique cultural exploration event we’ve planned with our friend Mahesh who is Hindu. He has graciously agreed to give CAC members a cultural and architectural tour of the Hindu temple that we’ve all seen as we drive on Rt 376 near Monroeville. The Sri Venkateswara Temple is a Hindu temple in Penn Hills, PA. It is the oldest Hindu temple in the United States built by Indian immigrants(…)
Board game night at Spirit
◦ When: Monday, Sep 9th
◦ Where: Spirit
Next City of Play Board Game night at Spirit. Free to attend. Come out play some games and meet new people!
https://www.facebook.com/CityofPlay/events
This is a group for young professionals 21-35 who are into gaming.(…)
Dating At Middle Age – Meeting In The Wild
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Ruckus Coffee Gallery & Cafe
Hey All.
Frank, aka Big Kahuna, generously gave me permission to post my Meetup events here.
This event, coming up September 11, 2024, is one of my Dating At Middle Age presentations. This one is called, Meeting In The Wild. The first time I presented this, it was very well received. We get into a lot of banter within the group. Fun!
If the link doesn’t work just search Dating At Middle Age in (…)
Happiness Falls by Angie Kim
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Bravo! Italian Kitchen
“We didn’t call the police right away.” Those are the first words of this extraordinary novel about a biracial Korean-American family in Virginia whose lives are upended when their beloved father and husband goes missing.
Mia, the irreverent, hyperanalytical twenty-year-old daughter, has an explanation for everything–which is why she isn’t initially concerned when her father and younger brother (…)
DATE CHANGE: Dinner @Soju
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Soju
Dinner at Soju in Garfield
https://simonchough.wixsite.com/sojupgh
48-hour cancellation/no-show policy will be enforced(…)
TRIC – Wednesday Advanced Beginners Street Skate and Free Skate Lessons
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 11th
◦ Where: Liberty Elementary School
**Inline Skaters and (Quad) Roller Skaters are welcome to join on this skate.** Cyclists are welcome by following the skate group.
Advanced Beginners Skate (6:30 pm) for those who can brake and skate with confidence and are ready to improve their skills. Ability to skate small hills and some street traffic. Skate lasts about 1 1/2 hours. Skate route is generally from Shadyside to Oakland, passing(…)
Open Mic night!!!!!
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Pastoli’s Pizza, Pasta & Paisans
Tuesdays are Tunes-days at Pastoli’s and this one is an Open Mic!
All ages and abilities welcome!
Sign ups by replying that you will attend, or walk-in and hope that there is still a spot available! (Online reply is recommended!)
Come sing and play your heart out! 🙂
Maryann, Eric and Crew(…)
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 Pittsburgh, you can try out Visitpittsburgh.com, Downtownpittsburgh.com, or Popularpittsburgh.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Lilly Abreu & Her Brazilian Jazz Trio
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Atithi Studios
Join us at Atithi Art Studios on Sept13, 2024, 7:30 PM, for an enchanting night of Brazilian Jazz with Lilly Abreu & her Brazilian Band.
6pm Cookie Class – Feline Fine!
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Sapphire & Lace, Perry Highway, Wexford, PA, USA
Join me for this beginner-sugar cookie decorating class in the North Hills of Pittsburgh!
Beginner Knitting Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Moon & Yarn Craft Room
Join us for a fun and hands-on Beginner Knitting Workshop where you’ll learn the basics of this crafty art form, on September 14th, 2024!
Pitt vs WVU Backyard Brawl Tailgate
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Acrisure Stadium
Get ready for the ultimate backyard showdown between Pitt and WVU with a tailgate full of rivalry, fun, and good times!
Amizade’s 30th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: The Maverick by Kasa
We’re throwing it back to 1994 to celebrate Amizade’s 30th anniversary! Join us for a hella good time and plenty of rockin’ 90s tunes.
Extending the Garden Season
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 10th
◦ Where: Braddock Farms
Learn some strategies for Fall and Winter growing in the home garden
Artist-Led Guided Tour of 芸［Gei]: The Beauty of Ephemeral and Eternal
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◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Contemporary Craft
Join us for an artist-led guided tour of 芸［Gei]: The Beauty of Ephemeral and Eternal
Steel City Cannabis Convention
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Monroeville Convention and Events Center
The Steel City Cannabis Convention is the place you want to be when it comes to anything Cannabis related! MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD
Backyard Chicken Workshop : with Patrice Bolomope
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: East End Food Co-op
Learn how to raise backyard chickens with at our workshop – it’s going to be clucking awesome!
Walk & Write: Schenley Park with Sherrie Flick
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Bartlett Playground
Immerse yourself in writing while you walk the trickling waterways of Schenley Park with writer Sherrie Flick.
Kids Take Over The Kitchen Day with Olivia & Grayson
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: The Kitchen by Vangura
We’re celebrating National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day by literally letting the KIDS take over The Kitchen!
A Haunting of Pittsburgh: Feat Jarvis Hammer and Mizz Pineapplez
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: P Town Bar
Welcome to our haunted house drag show! Get ready for chillingly fabulous performances that will haunt your dreams and dazzle your senses!
Simply Spice (A Tribute to the Spice Girls)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 13th
◦ Where: Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh
Hard Rock Cafe and CE Presents welcome Simply Spice!
Second Annual Fall Purse BASH
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Rockwell Park
Get ready for our Second Annual Fall Purse BASH, where you can win prizes, have a fabulous time, and support families in need!
Pittsburgh Mega Reptile Expo
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Monroeville Convention and Events Center
The Pittsburgh Mega Reptile Expo will be taking over the Monroeville Convention Center on Sept. 14th & 15th! Monroeville Convention Center!!
Fermented foods: For your Health with Prescription Foods
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: East End Food Co-op
Join us for a fun and informative event all about the health benefits of fermented foods
B.E.C.O.M.E.@ COhatch -Shadyside
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: COhatch Shadyside
Join the Best-Ever Crew of Motivated Experts (BECOME) & TEETOTAL @COhatch – Shadyside. Join our authentic business networking community!
7PM EARLY SHOW: UNCLE LAZER @ Lolev Beer!
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 14th
◦ Where: Lolev Beer
7PM EARLY SHOW
UNCLE LAZER is stopping at Pittsburgh’s LOLEV BEER for ONE NIGHT ONLY!
VIP includes meet & greet and preferred seating.
Art Battle Pittsburgh – September 12, 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Atithi Studios
Get ready for a night full of live art awesomeness!
Fair Shake Justice Jam
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 12th
◦ Where: Tree Pittsburgh
Join us in supporting Fair Shake for an evening of food, live music, and storytelling on Thurs, Sept 12th at 6:30pm at TreePittsburgh!
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Pittsburgh Lunch & Learn: Fuel Your Life – Nutrition Discussion with Healthy & Sustainable Cooking Tips
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