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
Shoot Fall Colors @ Rockwood Park
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Rockwood Park
Will fill in more details as we get closer but wanted to get this on the calendar.
This hike will be around the beautiful trails of Rockwood park taking pictures of the fall colors. We will hit the golden hour toward the end.(…)
Nov 2, 11 AM — Hardywood Bluegrass Festival
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
We will take a three and a half mile hike through Battery Park, a neighborhood established in the late 1890’s as a suburb of the city, before we enjoy the the Hardywood Bluegrass Festival at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery RVA! This Northside neighborhood was named after a Confederate Battery that was part of the outer defenses. In the heart of the neighborhood is Battery Park, which includes tennis (…)
Flashlight hike – The Fan
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: Fox Elementary School
Tonight’s pre-Halloween flashlight walk will be in and around the fan. We will check out all the decorations that are prepped and ready to spook trick or treaters tomorrow night!
Distance: 3-4 miles
Terrain: paved sidewalks
Elevation gain: minimal
Pace: moderate
Dogs allowed: Yes
Bring a flashlight! Hope you can join us :)(…)
Re-Boo(t): Overcome Frightful Team Dynamics
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: SingleStone
Join us for a special edition of ScrumRVA Lean Coffee on **October 29th at 6 PM** at **SingleStone** as we dive into the spine-chilling world of **frightful team dynamics**! We’ll be discussing some of the most challenging team dynamics, exploring common obstacles and effective solutions to overcome them.
This will be an interactive session, so we encourage you to share your stories of tricky tea(…)
Profs & Pints Richmond: All-American Horror
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Triple Crossing Beer – Fulton
[Profs and Pints Richmond](https://www.profsandpints.com/richmond) presents: **“All-American Horror,”** on homegrown literature and film that used monsters and other frights for social commentary, with Joshua Barton, lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University, scholar of horror, and creator of a course titled “Monsters in America.”
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processi(…)
North Bank, Belle Isle
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: North Bank Trail- Texas
Taxes Beach/North Bank Trail Parking Lot to Belle Ise and Back. Route is approximately 5 miles.
Possibly grab drinks/early dinner at a local brewery after the hike.(…)
Friday Happy Hour: New York Deli rooftop
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: New York Deli
New York Deli in Carytown has a roof top bar. We will meet there and I’ll have on my Green “Glen Allen” hat, see photos. If you don’t know me, I’m bald, white with gray beard. There is Karaoke at 9pm if you want to hang out that long, some of us might meander before that to our other favorite watering hole.(…)
Buttermilk Trail – Richmond
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Buttermilk Trail
Join us for a fun and scenic hike along the **[Buttermilk Trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/buttermilk-trail)** in Richmond!
This trail is a local favorite, offering a perfect mix of urban charm and natural beauty. We’ll trek through wooded areas, enjoy views of the James River, and tackle some moderate ups and downs that will keep things interesting.
The Buttermilk Trail is kno(…)
Living by Design
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Social52 Kitchen & Craft Bar
Conflict 2.0
“When Peace is Not Enough: Why Conflict is Actually Good”
As Chris Voss says in Never Split the Difference: “Every negotiation, every conversation, every moment of life is a series of small conflicts that if managed well can rise to create beauty.”
When is the last time you got into a fight?
Relate a conflict in each of the core categories: Overt, Covert, Public, Private
What’s this(…)
Thems and Fems Nite: Practical Magic (1998)
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: The Byrd Theatre
Thems and Fems Nite is a movie club hang specifically meant for any women and queer people. Please use your best judgment in keeping this a protected space for our movie club fam.
Marking our super spooky Halloween (adjacent) **Thems and Fems Nite**, is Griffin Dune’s witchy comedy/romance, Practical Magic.
Sally and Gillian Owens, born into a magical family, have mostly avoided witchcraft thems(…)
River City Roll – Extended Happy Hour
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: River City Roll
Upscale bowling alley offering New American cuisine and creative cocktails, plus live music. The best Happy Hour in town is extended from 5:00pm to 9:00pm every Thursday!
Happy Hour Specials:
* Roll Cocktails – 1/2 Off
* Wine by the Glass – 1/2 Off
* Roll Pils Draft – $3
* Stella Rosa Bucket – $12
* BOGO Appetizers – Buy one get one 1/2 of apps!
Looks like there will be a Halloween party too! I(…)
Spooky Lights Tour
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Chopt Creative Salad Co.
Hop aboard for a thrilling ride through Richmond to see the spookiest, creepiest, and zaniest Halloween light displays around! This is your chance to experience the biggest, most over-the-top decorations the city has to offer, all while relaxing on a festive BYOB bus tour.
**What to Expect:**
* A spooky tour of Richmond’s best Halloween lights and displays 🕸️👻
* BYOB – Bring your favorite beer(…)
Yes And! And The Trunk Show Band present
Fleetwood Mac’s Rumors
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Studio Two Three
Yes And! Theatre and The Trunk Show Band will act out and perform the entire album of Rumors by Fleetwood Mac.
Ticket Information:
https://www.studiotwothree.org/event-tickets/p/trunk-show-plays-rumours-by-fleetwood-mac-cover-to-cover(…)
Weekly Adult Recess Meetup 😀
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: undefined
Welcome, playful friend!!! 😀 We are so excited to welcome you in, for the first time or the 50th.
*We meet by the basketball courts at Battery Park. There is a GroupMe. When you attend for the first time, ask to be added if you’d like. :)*
This group started organically on a beautiful night in August of 2023 and is based on the premise that adults don’t play enough. We gather for fun, goofiness(…)
Virginia Blockchain Council’s Annual Benefit
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Black Iris Gallery
* **Join us for the second annual Virginia Blockchain Council’s Benefit**
* Black Iris Social
* 321 West Broad Street
* October 29th **-** 6:00 – 8:30 pm
* [Click Here for Tickets](https://donorbox.org/events/498627)
* Bring a friend or spouse for free
* Come have a drink
* Light hors d’oeuvres provided
* Funds will include personal membership for 2024-2025
* Attire: Dressy Casual(…)
Professional Masterminds Meeting
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Chesapeake Bank – Westhampton
Welcome to Midtown Masterminds!
We are a different kind of networking group. We are a supportive and
encouraging mastermind group, interested in helping you take your business to the next level. We come from many different backgrounds and specialties. We focus on relationships and not the 30-second elevator speech, though you will have a chance to network and share with the group.
Ways to be a G(…)
HALLOWEEN!!! October meetup — ALL HALLOWS by Christopher Golden
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Rare Olde Times
**\*-\*-\*-It’s the most wonderful tiiiiime of the yeeeeeear! -\*-\*-\***
Spend your Halloween Eve Eve with with your boo-est fiends in **Spooky Book Club of Richmond**!!!
We will be having an unnerving **costume contest** with top 4 prizes!!
Shocking **literary discussio**n!!!
And a special visit from the **Demon Alcohol**!!!
*It’s Halloween night, 1984, in Coventry, Massachusetts, and two famil(…)
Semi-Social Writing
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: Poe’s Pub
Bring your laptop, notebook, or defunct typewriter so we can socialize like introverts- by mostly ignoring each other as we do the writing we’ve been meaning to do all week.(…)
Saturday Yoga: Yin & Yang Yogasana at Unity of Bon Air (new winter location!)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Unity of Bon Air
With the cooler November weather, we’ll be moving yoga indoors for the winter. We’re grateful to our gracious hosts at Unity Bon Air for allowing us to practice in their sunlit sanctuary. With giant windows facing the forest trails and meditation garden, it’s going to feel like we’re outside! Just warmer. Please feel free to take a walk and enjoy that magical outdoor space before or after yoga pra(…)
WIN Inspirational Women’s Bible Study
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: 11 S 12th St
Join us at the WIN Inspirational Women’s Meetup Group event where we will delve into the intersection of faith, leadership, and inspiration. Our Bible study session will explore key teachings and stories from the scriptures that empower us to become strong leaders in our personal and professional lives. This event is designed for women who are seeking to enhance their walk with God and leadership (…)
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
THE LAST HALLOWEEN
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: The Park RVA
Multi-room Themed Parties, VIP Service Room, Interactive Zone, Games, and Much More! Come experience THE LAST HALLOWEEN!
ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? |Halloween Night Costume Party
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Vagabond
Get ready to show off your costumes and dance the night away at our Halloween party – Are You Afraid Of The Dark!?
Virginia Ukapalooza 2024
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Shady Grove United Methodist Church
An action packed, two day event of ukulele related learning, playing, and socializing — by nationally known and regional ukulele talent.
VUU 160th Anniversary Homecoming Concert!
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: United Nations Church Inc
Get ready for an unforgettable night of praise, worship, and celebration with an epic Homecoming Gospel Concert!
MONSTERS BALL HALLOWEEN BASH AT RICHMOND LIVE AND ROSE ROOM
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Richmond Live
HALLOWEEN NIGHT WE PRESENT TO YOU
THE BIGGEST HALLOWEEN PARTY IN
RICHMOND VIRGINIA
COSTUMES ARE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED
THE OFFICIAL ALUMNI HOMECOMING CELEBRATION
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: 401 E Grace St
This years we celebrate 5, 10, 20 yrs .Get ready to party like never before at the VUU Official Homecoming Celebration – it’s gonna be lit!
Vincent Ingala
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
Vincent Ingala appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
Boo’s & Brews Halloween Night @ HOF
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Hofheimer Building
Join us for a spooky night of Halloween fun with ghostly brews at the House of Fear!
Trick & Treat Halloween Party at Stadium Bar & Lounge | SAT 11.2.24
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Stadium Bar & Lounge
Come Celebrate the Saturday Night of Halloween Weekend at Stadium!
Fallout Presents: Crystal Methyd
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Fallout RVA
Fallout Presents: Crystal Methyd from RuPaul’s Drag Race S12
The Kingston Trio
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
The Kingston Trio appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
Gamma Chapter Homecoming 2024 Tailgate
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: 1500 N Lombardy St
Get ready for an Epic Homecoming and party with the Brothers of Gamma Chapter. Music by Gamma’s Made Men (Spring 14,16,18)
Daniel Adam Maltz – Fortepiano Recital
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: River Road Church
Daniel Adam Maltz – Fortepiano Recital – Music of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Free concert. Free parking.
The Pregame (VUU HU Pre Game)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Main Street Steakhouse
Get ready to kick off the party with “The Pregame (VUU HU Pre Game)” before the main event!
General Lafayette’s Return
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Historic Tuckahoe
Join the GVA 250 Commission and the Goochland County Historical Society to celebrate the 200th anniversary of LaFayette’s Farewell Tour.
Friday Night Fright Halloween Party at Stadium Bar & Lounge | FRI 11.1.24
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Stadium Bar & Lounge
Come Celebrate the Friday Night of Halloween Weekend at Stadium!
Free Halloween Kids Paint Party
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Hobson Lodge
Sign your kids up for the FREE HALLOWEEN PAINT NIGHT!
Lil Ru Performing Live @Citiesbarandgrill on Saturday November 2nd !!
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Cities Bar & Grill
Come see Lil Ru perform live at Cities Bar and Grill on Saturday, November 2nd – it’s gonna be lit!
VUU Alumni & Friends Finale
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: 1323 W Main St
Come hang out with VUU alumni and friends after the Yard activities.
Yard Legends (HC Celebration)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Rose Room Front Entrance
Get ready to celebrate Homecoming with your favorite yard legends at our event!