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
RVA Code & Coffee – February 22nd, 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Gather Scott’s Addition – Office Space and Coworking
RVA Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It’s up to you! Some ideas for personal projects: build an app, write a blog, or go through programming exercises.
Bring a laptop computer and be a part of our (…)
Profs & Pints Richmond: Love and Monsters
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Triple Crossing Brewing – Fulton
[Profs and Pints Richmond](https://www.profsandpints.com/richmond) presents: **“Love and Monsters,”** on the inescapable bond between romance and horror, with Joshua Barton, scholar of horror and lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University.
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/blacklagoon/](https://profsandpint(…)
RVA Game Development Showcase
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: SingleStone
**SUBMIT YOUR GAME TO SHOWCASE HERE:**
https://forms.gle/yXtUhVuEfAZF7RZM8
**DESCRIPTION:**
Join the Central Virginia chapter of the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) for an exciting evening celebrating the creativity and innovation of the local game development community! The **RVA Game Development Showcase** brings together professionals, hobbyists, and students to share their wo(…)
Movie Night – Common House – Downtown – Free
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Common House Richmond
Join us for a screening of *Do not Expect Too Much from the End of the World* (2023).
The movie will start at 6:00PM *sharp*.
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/ric(…)
Lunch Hour at Roots Natural Kitchen
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Roots Natural Kitchen
Meet other work-from-homers over a delicious, casual lunch at Roots Natural Kitchen!(…)
Harnessing the power of AI in Test-Driven Development
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Ippon Technologies
Test-Driven Development (TDD) has long been recognized as a best practice in software development, allowing developers to write robust and reliable code with confidence.
In recent years, GitHub Copilot has emerged as a groundbreaking tool that promises to revolutionize the coding experience. This AI-powered companion aims to automate many aspects of coding, including code completion, debugging, a(…)
Weekly Adult Recess Meetup 😀
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ 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(…)
UV: What is it and should you use it?
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Ippon Technologies
UV is a new way of managing your python projects and it’s lightning fast (thanks rust!) with a nice interface. UV is from Astral, the same folks who gave us Ruff and their goal is to meet the python community where they’re at making adoption super easy.
This month Cohan will be guiding us through their journey of adopting UV and we’ll explore some of the features that make it pleasant to work wit(…)
A Tale of 2 Cultures: Collaboration Between Data Scientists and MLOps Engineers
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: W. R. Berkley
**A Tale of 2 Cultures: How to structure the collaboration and handoff process between data scientists and MLOps engineers**
While there has been immense progress in developing increasingly powerful ML and AI models, many organizations still struggle with productionalizing even basic models. Most of the recent progress in how to reliably operate ML models in production has come from the emerging (…)
Flashlight hike- Bryan Park and surrounding neighborhood
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Bryan Park
We’re getting there!! Soon we’ll be springing the clocks ahead. Until then we hike in the dark. Tonight we’ll explore Bryan Park and the neighborhood surrounding We’ll leave from Bryan Park at 6pm.
If you have any suggestions/requests for flashlight hike locations please let us know and we’ll get it on the schedule.
Distance: 3-4 miles
Terrain: paved sidewalks/roads
Elevation gain: minimal
Pace: m(…)
HackRVA Makerspace Open House!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: HackRVA
Every first and third Thursday. Come show off a project, socialize, or just hang out. If you are thinking about becoming a member, come on in, and tour the space. All are welcome! Thursday night has always been our social night when members hang out together. There is no program, agenda, or activity for open house. We just hang out and we invite you to come and visit with us, get a tour if you lik(…)
Ghostlight Afterparty
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Chez Foushee
Hang out with us at Chez Foushee for a little piano Karaoke and do a little fundraising fo one of our favorite theatre’s Yes And!(…)
Collaborative Resource Sharing: Building a Stronger Homesteading Community
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: SWEET P’S RVA (PRIVATE ROOM)
Join us for a meeting focused on how we can share resources such as tools, space, and materials within our homesteading community. Many of us have offered to share various items, and this meeting will serve as an opportunity to discuss how we can organize these resources in a way that benefits everyone. We’ll cover options like shared databases for available tools, space scheduling, and clear agre(…)
If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: The Byrd Theatre
“After her fiance is falsely imprisoned, a pregnant African-American woman sets out to clear his name and prove his innocence.”
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 it isn’t packed, we tend to spread out so people can relax their elbows. You’re welcome to sit with or come(…)
FEB. 17; 6:15 pm – Urban Stair Climbing Hike 4-5 miles
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Bottoms Up Pizza
You need to be in relatively good shape to do this hike. It is not a beginner or no drop hike.
We leave exactly at 6:15 pm. If you are late, you may be able to catch up by walking East on Dock Street to the Flood Wall pedestrian walk-through at the end of the Canal Walk or on the paved Capitol Trail. \*\*\*This is a moderate paced hike with a few short rest stops depending on what group wants at (…)
The Monkey (2025)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Movieland At Boulevard Square
Note: start time is approximate! I’ll update the event as soon as Movieland publishes their schedule, but expect sometime 6:15-8:00.
Directed by Osgood Perkins (Longlegs) and written by Perkins and Stephen King.
“When twin brothers Bill and Hal find their father’s old monkey toy in the attic, a series of gruesome deaths start. The siblings decide to throw the toy away and move on with their live(…)
Brewery Movie Night @ Starr Hill RVA
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Starr Hill Richmond Beer Hall & Rooftop
Good For Her is a group that fundraises for good causes through movie nights and a makers market at Starr Hill.
Let’s meet up, enjoy the market, and view Love Lies Bleeding. Movie starts at 7:30 pm.
No entry fee, movie is free.
More details on this event hosted by Good For Her…
https://www.instagram.com/share/BAAwxsNm6X(…)
Jewelry & Cocktails
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Cirrus Vodka
💖 **Sparkling Moments: Jewelry, Cocktails, and Self-Love Celebration** 💖
Join us for a delightful fusion of exquisite jewelry, handcrafted cocktails, and a celebration of self-love.
📿 **Event Highlights:**
* **Permanent Jewelry by Spark Jewelry:** Immerse yourself in the world of permanent jewelry, a symbol of self-love and cherished memories. Experience clasp-free, welded jewelry that becom(…)
Living by Design
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ 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 Drucker
Genia – ENTJ [TeNi]
Excerpt:
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nwh2OrMj7Haibihif1G38YsqHh9HnMIsPXM90AouQ2k/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nwh2OrMj7Haibihif1G38YsqHh9HnMIsPXM90AouQ2k/edit?usp=sharing)
Qs
Who have you kn(…)
Bitcoin and Blockchain with the Virginia Blockchain Council!
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Black Iris Gallery
Join us at the stunning **Black Iris Social Club**, where the festive ambiance meets the heart of Richmond’s tech and entrepreneurial community.
Whether you’re a seasoned blockchain enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or simply someone who enjoys meeting new people and learning new things, this evening promises to be an opportunity to connect, unwind, and celebrate in great company.
So mark 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
CHILL & SPILL : VCU Homecoming Day Party
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Ember Music Hall
VCU Homecoming’s #1 event is back! Chill & Spill Day Party! Presented by TGIH and Real VCU
ANTHEMS ONLY : All Your Favorite Hits From All Eras
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Foundation
Come jam out to all your favorite anthems with us at ANTHEMS ONLY – You Like, They Love it, We Play it!
THIS IS HOW WE DO IT: The Greatest R&B Party Ever
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Park RVA
Get ready for “THIS IS HOW WE DO IT” a special homecoming R&B party hosted by HEY MA & SOUL FOOD alongside TGIH and REAL VCU
FANCY SEEING YOU HERE: Homecoming Edition
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Foundation
One Of Our Biggest Parties Mixed With Homecoming Vibes!
DRIBBLE DOWN TO VA: The Tailgate & Day Party
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Park RVA
Come experience the INDOOR TAILGATE for the VCU vs GMU homecoming game along with VIP Service Room, Interactive Zone, Games, and Much More!
Wannabe – A Spice Girls Tribute
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Uptown Alley Richmond
Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute – The #1 Spice Girls Tribute in the World – Live at Uptown Alley – Thursday, February 20th
“80’s R&B Queens” A Tribute to Teena Marie & Stephanie Mills
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
80’s R&B Queens appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
Best of Both Worlds: DJ LONNIE B I DJ CRUSH GROOVEY
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Cities Bar & Grill
2 of the city’s top DJs share the same stage for the 1st time. Come out and get the best of both worlds!
Instagram Deep Dive: Designing & Optimizing Your Instagram
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Michael Wassmer Innovation Center
Discover creative techniques to effectively engage your audience through Instagram Posts, Stories, and Reels.
HAVOC
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Hofheimer Building
The Last Party Of THE UNCOMMON HOMECOMING which will end with HAVOC!
That Gurl w/ Lana Ja’Rae @ FalloutRVA!
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Fallout
We’re back with another hitter hosted by Jasmen Clitopatra with Lana Ja’Rae from Drag Race Season 17!
OMB PEEZY AT RICHMOND LIVE
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Richmond Live
OMB PEEZY performing at RICHMOND LIVE for VCU HOMECOMING WEEKEND 2025
FPA of Central Virginia Membership Meeting- 2/19/25
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Westwood Club
Join us for the FPA of Central Virginia Membership Meeting on February 19th, where we’ll gather in person for networking and presentations
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: The Tin Pan
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA
ACWM Symposium 2025 ‘On The Battlefield’
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: American Civil War Museum- Historic Tredegar
The Civil War & Remaking America: Exploring the course of the Civil War ‘On The Battlefield’. 20th annual ACWM Symposium.
The William and Mary Choir | River Road Church
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: River Road Church
The William & Mary Choir at River Road Church, Baptist. Free concert. Free parking.
The Soul Train Burlesque Experience
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Basement
A burlesque show dedicated to the iconic cultural program, Soul Train, the first to prominently feature black American performers on TV.
RPES Family Glow Night (Grades K-2nd)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Rural Point Elementary School
Get ready for a night of glowing fun with your RPES family under the stars!
Project Canvas
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: University Student Commons
Blank Canvas is proud to host Project Canvas! A showcase of the amazing and hardworking dance teams here in RVA and at VCU.
Naughty Game Night
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: 1148 Wilkinson Rd
Naughty Bingo is back with a few extra twists! This event is for adults 21 and older