Let’s explore social events in Providence, RI 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 Providence where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Providence
2024 Ugly Sweater Party!!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: GPub
Happy Holidays everyone! We decided to move up our yearly holiday event since a lot of people will likely be traveling later in the month. Let’s don our ugliest sweaters and enjoy a casual night on the town.
If you didn’t come last year, this is easily one of the most fun events of the year. We’ll start the night with some games at GPub before seeing where the night takes us. There’s also a conte(…)
Movie Club Mixer at The Red Door
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Red Door
Our last mixer of 2024! This time we’re going back to our original Wednesday night time and heading to [The Red Door](https://reddoorpvd.com) in Providence.
The mixers are a great way to familiarize yourself more with the group and its members. As a reminder, there will be no pre-movie portion, only the socializing part. Old members, new members, and anyone who has wanted to check out the club is(…)
Trivia at Malted Barley
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: The Malted Barley
Hey everyone! The Malted Barley has trivia night every Monday and it’s always a fun time. The trivia starts at 7PM so let’s get there a bit before to grab a pretzel or a drink ….or both.
Malted Barely is known for their impressive selection of craft beers, but offer a full bar for anyone who is not a beer person. Beyond pretzels, they also offer sandwiches, salads, and desserts should anyone come(…)
Social Deduction Games at Trinity!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Trinity Brew House
Players at all levels of skill and experience are welcome, and we are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment.
We play a wide variety of social deduction tabletop games, including Werewolf, Blood on the Clocktower, The Resistance, Secret Hipster, Dark Cities, and many more. Also, feel free to bring any social deduction or deduction-adjacent games you would be willing to share and teac(…)
9th Annual Events Gone Wild Christmas Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: The Last Resort
Join us for our 9th Event’s Gone Wild Christmas Party !
This year in addition to the Christmas Festivities we will be celebrating Rich’s 50th Birthday ! Please no Birthday gifts , if you like you can make a donation to his charity of choice . Most importantly remember to wish the birthday boy a Happy 50th Birthday !
Christmas party-
We are asking everyone to please bring unwrapped gift(s) suitab(…)
Wednesday Games at Meeting Street Cafe
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Meeting Street Cafe
All are welcome, and any skill level is encouraged to join and learn new games. The group has no “game library” – the host brings several strategy games of varying complexity and length. Attendees are encouraged to bring games they would be willing to teach. If you have a game you own and want to play, please bring it!
Please note that – unlike the Saturday afternoon sessions at the same location(…)
December Meditation ~ Finding PEACE during busy times takes practice. Join us ~
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: West Shore Wellness
•RSVP’s still open ~ send messages here or email [email protected] •
Allow yourself to step away from the busy-ness of life with this peaceful guided meditation. This meditation is open to all people with an interest in using meditation for their personal wellness practices. Join like minded individuals in a safe, serene and supportive environment.
A blend of meditation techniques will be ut(…)
2024 Fresh Go
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Farm Fresh Rhode Island
Come one, come all, to a friendly round of highly caffinated Go! We will be meeting in one of two areas, depending on the weather. If the weather is particularly good, we will meet on the patio outside of the New Harvest coffee shop. If the weather is cold or rainy, we will meet inside of Farm Fresh in the big open area near Wright’s Dairy and Providence Brewing.
We will only be there for two hou(…)
DJ Trivia: 39 West | Cranston
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: 39 West Restaurant and Lounge
**Have you played DJ TRIVIA games with us yet?**
**Please expand this section at least once to read everything. Yes, this is simple trivia, but there are valuable gems within 😉.**
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**WHAT IS THIS TRIVIA?**
* Pub trivia with an occasional musical clue (the artist, the song, geographical data about the artist, etc.) to help with the answer.
**HOW IS THIS TRIVIA DIFFERENT**
* The initial th(…)
Embroidery Circle – Bring Your Own Project
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Community Libraries of Providence: South Providence Library
Bring Your Own Project and drop in for a little after-hours embroidery (or any fiber art) circle! Hand embroidery, cross stitch, knitting, crochet, quilting, whatever you like best!
Beginners welcome, and sharing of materials is encouraged but not required.(…)
West Coast Swing Dance Class
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: 82 Taunton Ave
West Coast Swing is the ideal dance for any club setting, adaptable to almost any music in 4/4 time. This versatility makes it incredibly popular and useful.
West Coast Swing is a “slotted” dance, where dancers follow an imaginary narrow rectangle or “slot.” The follower is guided back and forth along this slot by the leader, who only steps out of the slot to direct the follower past them. Most d(…)
weekly board game meetup!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Smug Brewing Company
Just a heads up! we’ve been cruising for a bit now, and fewer people are rsvp’ing – which is totally fine! If you’re new here, just know that regardless of rsvp count there’s at least 15 us each week. So don’t let the low count scare you away!
Queer Providence Board Gamers is open to all members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community in the Providence area who like to play games! board games, card ga(…)
Board Gaming at the Rec Center
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Attleboro-Bartek Rec Center
This will be a recurring event, the first Wednesday of every month.
No experience is required for this free event. Don’t own a game? That’s okay, you’re welcome to bring your own game or join in on someone else’s, we always have plenty.
This event will be held at the Bartek Recreation Center at 81 Pine St, Attleboro, MA.(…)
Reading Between the Blinds – A True Crime Discussion Group
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Community Libraries of Providence: South Providence Library
Please join us for a monthly discussion of the most infamous true crime cases, as well as the ethics behind armchair investigators and why some cases garner national attention while others slip through the cracks.
Novices and know-it-alls are welcome! No prior reading or research is required, but feel free to share insight and evidence gathered from books, podcasts, documentaries, and internet sl(…)
Annual meeting!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Knights of Columbus
Join us at our annual meeting and chat with fellow members and learn more about our chapter. Special guest speakers from the South Kingstown Land Trust and AMC Headquarters.
To attend you must purchase a ticket in advance using the link below.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/appalachian-mountain-club-narragansett-chapter-annual-meeting-tickets-1063594763569?aff=oddtdtcreator(…)
Cigar Business Networking in Rhode Island – December 2024
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: White Ash Cigar Lounge
**This Event Requires you to Buy your Ticket Here:**
[https://www.rinetworking.com/event/cigar-business-networking-in-rhode-island-december-2024/](https://www.rinetworking.com/event/cigar-business-networking-in-rhode-island-december-2024/)
**The cost to this event is: $15**
Hello, fellow business networkers!
Are you eager to expand your professional network in Rhode Island and Massachusetts? Lo(…)
Chat With Friends
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Butler Hospital
This peer-run group aids in relating to others and offering support to those with depression or anxiety. Group begins with and continues with a discussion on navigating through daily life. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to message me.
\~Dylan
Directions to the Ray Conference Center on Butler campus:
Once you are on the Butler campus (345 Blackstone Blvd), continue on Butler Driv(…)
Trivia at Crook Point Brewing
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Crook Point Brewing
Trivia Night at Crook Point Brewing Come join us and show off all the useless bits of knowledge in your brain! We will be competing as a team against other groups for a chance to win actual prizes. The event is being held at
Additionally, For more information on the game visit
https://mccaugheystandardtrivia.com/
Note: There is no food service here, but you cam b(…)
WICKED MOVIE
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Showcase Cinemas North Attleboro
I guess I’m on a roll today with scheduling movies!!! A young woman with green skin named Elphaba forges an unlikely friendship with Glinda. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths. I’m in seat G4.(…)
Warwick – Wednesday Evening Library Write Together
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Warwick Public Library: Central Library
\*\*NOTE: THIS GROUP NOW MEETS ON WEDNESDAYS\*\* Come join for a chill session of working on our personal projects! We’ll most likely be quietly plugging away, but brief chats about current projects and “My character has gotten themselves into a mess… what are some ideas for how to make it worse for them?” are always welcome. Join for as long or as little as you like. All are welcome.(…)
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 Providence, you can try out Goprovidence.com, Visitrhodeisland.com, or Rimonthly.com.
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LOCASH AT MOONSHINE ALLEY – TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3RD
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Moonshine Alley
Come hang out with LOCASH at Moonshine Alley on Tuesday, December 3rd … Providence will definitley be “BUZZIN” with LOCASH in town!
Appalachian Mountain Club Narragansett Chapter Annual Meeting
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Cranston Knights of Columbus Council 1738
Join us for our annual meeting where we celebrate the past year with your fellow members over pizza and snacks!
Apollo G in USA
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Mezzo
Apollo g is back to America
SEBAH birthday celebration
Malandrinhas special edition
Dj Illnyce Dj Ima DJ sandir
Bigger and Better MWA Tour for 2024 @ The Last Resort
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: The Last Resort Restaurant and Bar
Get ready for the ultimate MWA Tour in 2024 – bigger, better, and more epic than ever before!
Amanda Wallace’s Senior Project
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Join us for a fundraiser honoring Bob Houghtaling. Enjoy dinner, raffles, comedy, and more! Proceeds support EG Academy Foundation.
BYOW at Proc- Build-Your-Own-Wreath
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Proclamation Ale Company
With A Bushel and a Peck. They’ll bring the beautiful and fresh pre-made wreath and then supply decorations for you to bring it to life!
Hands-On 2025 Strategy Planning Session
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Providence Brewing Company
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and diving into planning and organizing YOUR business to have a strong 2025!
The Leadership Challenge Workshop (2-Day Workshop)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: OSHEAN Inc
Elevate Your Leadership: Engage in a Dynamic 2-Day Workshop to Transform Your Skills!
Legacy Winter Gala
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Providence Marriott Downtown
Get ready to celebrate the season in style at our Legacy Winter Gala – a night of elegance, fun, and memories to last a lifetime!
A Murder Mystery Dinner – Holiday Edition
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: The Centredale Revival
The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year – A Holiday Murder Mystery Dinner**
Get ready for a thrilling night of festive fun and food!
DANKSGIVING 2024 – Hosted by thehedgefund420
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Pub 594
Get ready to celebrate DANKSGIVING 2024 with thehedgefund420 – a lit event full of dank vibes, good food, and great company!
Psychics, Sip & Shop
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: 39 West Restaurant & Lounge, Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI, USA
Join us for an enchanting evening at our “Psychics, Sip, & Shop” event—a unique blend of spiritual insights, and shopping fun! I
Board Game Speed Dating – Long Live Beerworks – Providence – (Ages 25-39)
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: Long Live Beerworks
Finding someone can be painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and searching for a partner?
Holiday Wreath Workshop
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Brick Pizza Co.
Meet in the Stone Room at Brick Pizza to decorate a real balsam wreath for the holidays
9no Parrandón Navideño 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Crowne Plaza – Warwick, RI – Grand Ballroom
Join PRPARI to celebrate this year’s work and the road ahead. Be part of our mission to uplift the Puerto Rican community in RI.
Breakfast With Santa
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: The Centredale Revival, Smith Street, North Providence, RI, USA
Join us for a fun morning of delicious food and festive cheer with Santa himself at our Breakfast With Santa event!
a day of MINDFULNESS
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Rocky Hill Country Day School
Feeling stuck, blocked or just not yourself? This is exactly where you’re meant to be! Join us to explore you & step into your greatest self
Sea Glass Tree Workshop at St Joseph Veterans Association
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: St Joseph Veterans Association
Learn how to use sea glass to create a beautiful art piece! All materials included! Choose your colors upon arrival!
Mrs. Claus Crawl for a Cause
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Main Street
Join us for the 1st Annual Mrs. Claus Crawl for a Cause! Ladies! Get into the holiday spirit and spread some cheer on Main Street .
Author Storytime with Maddie Frost
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: An Unlikely Story
Maddie Frost reads her newest picture book, BEAR IN A BATHROBE!