Let’s explore social events in Richmond, VA 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 Richmond where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Richmond
SOLD OUT-Profs & Pints Richmond: Existence Beyond the Body
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Triple Crossing Beer – Fulton
**This talk has completely sold out in advance and no additional tickets will be available at the door.**
[Profs and Pints Richmond](https://www.profsandpints.com/richmond) presents: **“Existence Beyond the Body,”** a discussion of studies of consciousness after death, with researchers from the Division of Perceptual Studies in the University of Virginia’s School of Medicine.
[Advance tickets: $(…)
Mini Golf at Hotel Greene
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Hotel Greene
Get ready for a fun and unique experience at **Mini Golf at Hotel Greene**! Step into a 1930’s-inspired atmosphere and enjoy a round on our 13-hole indoor miniature golf course. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a good time, this stylish course is the perfect spot for some friendly competition and laughs.
A round of golf is just $16 per person, and you can pay when you arrive. (…)
Salty Saturdays
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Southern Railway Taphouse
Social board and card games in a friendly environment(…)
Blade Runner (1982)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Byrd Theatre
“In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to terminate a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans.”
If this is your first movie with us, welcome! The Byrd is general admission, so you can sit wherever you like. I’ll be there about 10min early in the front row. If (…)
Spades Anniversary Celebration @ HogsHead Café in Richmond
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: HogsHead Cafe
Get ready to shuffle, bid, and run a Boston as we mark **14 years of Central VA Spades!** Join us on **Saturday, January 25, 2025**, from **2:00 PM to 6:00 PM** at **Hogshead Café** for non-stop spades action, delicious cake, and raffle prizes to honor our anniversary.
**Free Admission, Donations Welcome**: Entry is absolutely free! If you’re feeling generous and want to help keep the fun rolling(…)
AWS 2024 re:Invent re:Cap
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
Hear the key updates and announcements from AWS re:Invent 2024; from innovations in generative AI, machine learning and security to the recent trends and breakthroughs in cloud computing. Learn from AWS expert Ford Prior about the latest cloud technology and discover how these advancements can help you push your business forward.
Check out the deck ahead of time [here](https://drive.google.com/fi(…)
Movie Night – Flow – Common House – Downtown – Free
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Common House Richmond
Join us for a screening of *Flow* (2024).
The movie will start at 6:30PM.
Full bar and dinner menu available from Common House restaurant, served before and during the film. Happy Hour drinks and apps until 7PM.
To enter Common House, ring the bell, and sign the guest book at the concierge desk.
Venue website: https://www.commonhouse.com/richmond(…)
PlayTime (1967)
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: The Byrd Theatre
“Clumsy Monsieur Hulot finds himself perplexed by the intimidating complexity of a gadget-filled Paris. He attempts to meet with a business contact but soon becomes lost. His roundabout journey parallels that of an American tourist, and as they weave through the inventive urban environment, they intermittently meet, developing an interest in one another. They eventually get together at a chaotic r(…)
Event Sourcing and Event Modeling: Unleash the Power of Your Applications
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Ippon Technologies
Join us for an exciting Meetup where we dive into the transformative world of event sourcing and event modeling! Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just curious about modern software design, this event is for you.
For over a decade, PyRVA co-founder Chris May has researched and explored the profound impact these techniques can have on creating more efficient, robust, and flexible applications(…)
RVAsec Monthly Meeting – January
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: undefined
**RVAsec Monthly** is Richmond’s unparalleled networking event for security professionals and anyone looking to break into the industry. Come by our relaxed meetings and socialize with others in the industry and have a beverage.
\*\* This event is not sponsored. Food and beverage is on your own \*\*
\*\* If you are interested in sponsoring please contact us \*\*
**Meeting Location**
TBD(…)
Tratando de hablar español
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: El Vaquero 2
Come join us for an hour (and a half) of conversational Spanish!
¡Ven y únete a nosotros durante una hora (y media) de español conversacional!(…)
Constellations (Yes And! @Firehouse)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Firehouse Theatre
Buy tickets here! Use code Techweek10 or TECHWEEK10Bulk to get $10 off.
https://yesand.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200458258
Constellations
Thursday, January 23, 2025 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 8, 2025 7:30 PM
Firehouse Theatre
1609 West Broad Street Richmond, VA, 23220 United States (map)
FIREHOUSE RESIDENT COMPANY
Constellations
By Nick Payne
Directed by Maggie Roop
January 23 – February 8,(…)
Living by Design
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Social52 Kitchen & Craft Bar
In the effort to bring in more MBTI cogntive functions, I figured it would be fun to discuss vignettes from “Adventures of a Bystander” by Peter
Grandmother
https://docs.google.com/document/d/19pQmZqPEV0pn-1TQ8uVzGU71lTPs3a1UixMaCpf2JDo/edit?usp=drivesdk
What is Extroverted feeling – Fe? How do you see empathy demonstrated in the story?
What is Introverted sensing – Si? How does it relate to mem(…)
Pints and Profs: Existence beyond the body
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Triple Crossing Fulton
You’ll have to get your own tickets (17$) and the event generally will start closer to 6:30pm. It will be held at Triple Crossing Fulton location (there are several Triple Crossing breweries). Get your tickets in the link below
[https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/out-of-body/](https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/out-of-body/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0pHBJ-pjkq9rtPSE-MBUJsYpGBBXMdTlrHwPOQJebt(…)
Northern Neck Toastmasters Club
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: undefined
Community club in a rural area. The club chartered in 2020 amid the pandemic after meeting in person for 2 years at Rappahannock Community College. Meetings are currently online via Zoom every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.
Email: Cynthia Lewis at [email protected]
Website: https://northernnecktoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org/(…)
Happy Hour @ Fuzzy Cactus
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: The Fuzzy Cactus
Wind down after work at Northside’s eccentric Fuzzy Cactus, a rock n roll themed bar complete with fun decor and a pool table.
It’s spacious, features a few velvet paintings and offers happy hour from 5 to 7pm most weeknights(…)
Dear Girlfriend Conversations – Virtual Fireside Chat
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: undefined
**Dear Girlfriend!**
**Cozy Up for a Fireside Chat**
We’re kicking off our very first *Dear Girl Conversations* **Virtual Fireside Chat** on **JANUARY 23, 2025 at 7pm**—and you’re invited! Share with your girlfriends!
**Topic**
**The Power of Sisterhood: Cultivating Authentic Connections**
Let’s dive into what it means to foster real, meaningful relationships and why sisterhood is the ultimate s(…)
Bitcoin Meetup and Gary Gensler retirement celebration
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Black Iris Gallery
Come celebrate 2025 with us as we kick off the year with our first annual monthly mixer sponsored by Precision Auto Tune!(…)
Land Buying, Loan Options, and Zoning Regulations
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: SWEET P’S RVA (PRIVATE ROOM)
Join us for an insightful discussion on **Land Buying, Loan Options, and Zoning Regulations** with special guest speaker **Realtor Chawand C. J. Jones**. This session will cover essential information for aspiring landowners, including financing options, navigating zoning laws, and tips for selecting the perfect property. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert advice and ask questions about you(…)
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 Richmond, you can try out Visitrichmond.co.uk, Whatsonlive.co.uk, or Richmond.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Richmond, Virginia
Monuments
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
Violinist Nicholas DiEugenio performs the complete Sonatas and Partitas for solo violin by Johann Sebastian Bach
TESEHKI LIVE AT CITIES
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Cities Bar & Grill
Baddies East star Tesehki will be live at Cities bar & Grill for Bottles & Baddies.
Just Fine- The Ultimate Mary J. Blige Tribute Band
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
Just Fine appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
Legacy Band at Vagabond 1/25/25!
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Vagabond
Legacy Band returns to Vagabond on Saturday, 1/25/25! Doors to The Rabbit Hole will open at 8:30pm. Happy Hour upstairs begins at 5:00pm!
Donation – Public Service Initiative – Feed More – 112th DST Founders Day
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Greater Richmond Convention Center
Donations Are Welcome!! Public Service Initiative – 112th DST Founders Day. Feed More, Inc. – https://feedmore.org
Sign Up for Virginia Democracy Day 2025, January 21st, 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: St Paul’s Episcopal Church
Join us on Jan. 21st, 2025i n Richmond at Democracy Day. Why? Let’s join voices and let legislators know we care about good governance.
Harry’s at Hofheimer Manifesto Hour: Dry January
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Harry’s at Hofheimer
Kick off Dry January with a special Manifesto Hour at Harry’s at Hofheimer, where we celebrate non-alcoholic cocktails and cannabis.
The Untold Secrets of a Plus Size Diva
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 7052 Mechanicsville Tpke
The Untold Secrets of a Plus Size Diva: Is a Melodrama, displaying the tales of Love, Sisterhood, Relationships and Betrayal.
New Year, New You Launch Party at Rejuvenation Skin Lab!
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Rejuvenation Skin Lab
Ring in 2025 with transformation, inspiration, and glowing confidence!
Geno Marriott & The Spirit of Jazz
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
Geno Marriott appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
4th Annual Girls with Goals
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: The Space at Norches
A Women’s Vision Casting & Networking Event
That Gurl Thursdays w/ Kori King from RPDR Season 17!
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Papi’s
Papis RVA is back with another hitter hosted by Jasmen Clitopatra with new contestant KORI KING from Drag Race Season 17!
Sex Vision Board Party (Virtual & In Person)
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Richmond, VA
Join me for an event designed to help you manifest your desires & set empowered intentions for your sexual well-being and pleasure in 2025!
A Sensory Approach to Understanding Trauma and Building Resilience
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: ChildSavers
This session will equip early childhood educators with trauma-informed strategies.
BizWorks Tea Time Presents C&F Bank
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Beulah Recreation Center
Indulge in networking while a business owner spills the tea about their success!
Maggiano’s Richmond Murder Mystery: Midnight at the Masquerade
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Maggiano’s Little Italy
Maggiano’s Richmond Murder Mystery: Midnight at the Masquerade
Spellbound’s GRAND SLAM
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Common House Richmond
GRAND SLAM TIME!!! 10 Poets! 3 Rounds! Amazing Poets!! Come support your favorite RVA poets and see who makes the 2025 Spellbound Slam Team!
Sage & Sound: Tequila Tasting Experience
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Manchester Flats Loft17@CEO
Join us for a night of sipping tequila, honoring our ancestors , and soaking in the calming vibes at Sage & Sound!
Reid Anderson’s Slow Reactors
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Spacebomb Studios
Reid Anderson’s work as a composer and bass player has helped to
define the sound of The Bad Plus since its inception in 2001.
Cecily
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
Cecily appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA