Let’s explore social events in Rochester, NY 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.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Rochester, New York. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Rochester
Game Night at Daily Refresher
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: The Daily Refresher
Hi Guys,
Welcome to Game Night at Daily Refresher. Join us every other Wednesday Night for Game Night at Daily Refresher. Daily Refresher is the best Whiskey bar in Rochester. Come enjoy some amazing whiskey and play some games. We will be bringing over 50 games for you all to enjoy. Play one of ours or bring your own! We will be meeting every other Wednesday at Daily Refresher!
We will also hav(…)
Ice Skating outdoors at MLK Park Monday
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
If you have the day off, come out ice skating at MLK Park in the City. Adult skating starts at 1:50pm. Bring your own skates or rent for $5.00. After we will get some hot chocolate at Java’s to warm up. Meet inside the building near the fireplace.(…)
Mystery Date Book Launch Party at Flight Wine Bar
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Flight Wine Bar
Celebrate the launch of *Dates in the States’* newest *Mystery Date* books at Flight Wine Bar on January 22nd at 6 PM!
Start the evening with a free “Mystery Mimosa” as you enter, and enjoy a fun night! Meet the creators, get your book signed, and connect with others who love travel.
Books will be available for purchase, so you can dive into planning your next unforgettable date in Rochester! Do(…)
Volunteer with Flower City Pickers
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: City of Rochester Public Market
# **Can you share a couple of hours with us on a Saturday afternoon?**
Join the fun and volunteer with us!
Flower City Pickers’ mission is to support the local community with free food through the recovery and redistribution of safe but otherwise landfill-bound food.
By enriching other hunger relief agencies and local farms, Flower City Pickers strives to establish and grow a platform for waste(…)
Copper Leaf Brewing is Closing
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Copper Leaf Brewing
Sad news, another fine local brewery is closing. Copper Leaf Brewing has just announced the will close next month (or when the beer runs out).
Located in Pittsford’s Schoen place, Copper leaf makes a variety of excellent beer of different styles.
Let’s visit it one more time before it is gone.
I hope you can join us.
Cheers!(…)
Living Roots
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Living Roots Rochester
Let’s take a trip back to everyone’s favorite establishment.
I willl be at the bar.(…)
Chess Night
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Martine
Hi Friends! We have had a lot of requests to do a chess night so here it is! Every monday, we will be at Martine for chess. And if you are up for it, drunk chess!
You do not need to drink to come! Mocktails are available! Please as always, support the business if you come by getting some food and/or drink 🙏(…)
The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Irondequoit Public Library
We are a friendly group and we have great book discussions! Come and join us!(…)
Sip n Stitch Saturdays
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Boulder Coffee Co Cafe and Lounge
Let’s start our Saturdays with some coffee, yarn, and great company ^_^
Bring your WIPs to work on, or some FOs to show off, and maybe make some BFFs in the process 😀
We usually start out on the couches, but may move to tables if need be. Look for our ROC SnB sign or simply a group of stitchers stitchin’ ^_\~
Duration is set at 2 hrs, but end time is flexible.
Hope to see you there!
(These m(…)
Investing in Large Commercial Apartment Buildings – Under Contract!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Irondequoit Public Library
Join John and Gary and the Upstate Commercial Apartment Investors Group at the Irondequoit Public Library for an informative session on large apartment building investing. Whether you are new to real estate investing or a seasoned investor, this event will provide valuable insights into the process to purchase commercial apartment buildings. Learn how to underwrite properties, effectively manage i(…)
Real Estate Investors Coffee Club (A FFREIA & National REIA Group)
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: New City Cafe & Roastery
NEW DAY, SAME PLACE, SAME GREAT NETWORKING! Start your week off right with a cup of coffee and talk real estate every MONDAY at 7:30AM!
Coffee Club is a casual networking event where individuals involved in real estate investing of any kind can get together and talk shop among like-minded people.
Free for everyone, come as you are.
Currently located at the New City Cafe & Roastery at 441 Parsel(…)
Happy Hour at El Greco
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: El Greco
50% off all Drinks from 4-6 PM
Greek wine bar and music hall!
Greek style food and drinks!(…)
The Curse o’ Skeleton Point
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Comics Etc.
**Welcome t’ Black Coral Bay, a haven fer pirates, smugglers ‘n lowlifes! Visit Coral Town where ye can drink, gamble ‘n plot at the Green Kraken Tavern or The Treasured Chest, where ye can meet Madam Dubois ‘n her renowned staff! The Marketplace be a perfect place fer recruitin’, buyin’, sellin’ ‘n schemin’! Explore the dark secrets ‘n hidden dangers o’ the island in ‘n outside the town! Coral Ba(…)
Learn Tai Chi – South Wedge Mission
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Southwedge Mission Church
Experience the harmonious blend of gentle movements, deep breathing, and mindfulness to enhance your physical and mental well-being. This event is suitable for all levels, beginners are welcome! You should leave this session feeling relaxed and invigorated!
Let’s come together to destress, improve our balance, find inner peace, and connect with nature. The session will include a fusion of Tai Chi(…)
Mendon Ponds Winterfest
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Mendon Ponds Park
https://www.monroecounty.gov/parks-winterfest
Every January, Mendon Ponds hosts [Winterfest](https://www.monroecounty.gov/parks-winterfest) with activities throughout the park. It is one of the more popular spots for skiing and sledding. Snowshoes are available to rent from the nature center.
They haven’t listed the events yet so I will put them here once they’re added. I plan on doing the Faeri(…)
Housing Provider Support PM Meeting – In-Person ONLY
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Ferrari Pizza Bar
Join our hosts Karl Weekes of MelKar Enterprises and Beth Gallagher of Gallagher Property Management as they lead our monthly evening Housing Provider Support Meeting.
Paid Members – **FREE**
Free & Online Members, Guests & Non-Members – **$20.00**
Register on our website [HERE](https://ffreia.com/calendar.aspx) and pay online.
This meeting is “Everything Property Management” especially for the (…)
Investing in Large Commercial Apartment Buildings – Under Contract!
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Irondequoit Public Library
Join John and Gary and the Upstate Commercial Apartment Investors Group at the Irondequoit Public Library for an informative session on large apartment building investing. Whether you are new to real estate investing or a seasoned investor, this event will provide valuable insights into the process to purchase commercial apartment buildings. Learn how to underwrite properties, effectively manage i(…)
Shut Up & Write in Fairport, Preservation Beer Co.
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Preservation Beer Company
Join us for an hour of focused writing time followed by optional social time at 6:30pm on Monday’s at Preservation Beer Company! Writing with other writers can be incredibly motivating and inspiring. All writers and all experience levels are welcome.
Whether you’re working on a book, journal, blog, screenplay, poetry, music lyrics, dissertation or just work stuff, you’re invited to write with us.(…)
Saturday Gaming at Bill Gray’s
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Bill Gray’s (Greece)
Reoccurring Saturday gaming at the Bill Gray’s in Greece. Meetup is scheduled every 4th Saturday of the month.
We’re always located in the reserved party room by the registers.
Our group plays modern strategy and thematic board games, however we are always welcome for new members new to the hobby.
Recommendations are welcome for games and should be done if scheduling a longer board game to fill(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Rochester is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Rochester on Visitrochester.com, Daytrippingroc.com, or Rochesterfirst.com.
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94.1 The Zone and Crossfield Heating & Air Conditioning Holiday Hangover
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Essex
94.1 The Zone Presents the Crossfield Heating & Air Conditioning Holiday Hangover w/Judah & The Lion, and Jonah Kagen
Meghan Mundy LLC Presents Adebayo Jones
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 155 Culver Rd
Come join us for an unforgettable evening with Adebayo Jones, presented by Meghan Mundy LLC – you won’t want to miss it!
Best Life 2025 – a concert to benefit 13thirty Cancer Connect
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Water Street Music Hall
Mikaela Davis & Southern Star, Overhand Sam & Bad Weapon, Elif Flynn & The Everymen, Public Water Supply, Candy plus specials guests!
Jimkata – Rochester, NY
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Photo City Music Hall
Jimkata – Running In Place Tour – Rochester, NY
A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham: Lecture Demonstration
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: University of Rochester, Sloan Performing Arts Center
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham
Culture Clash
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Essex
Join us for Culture Clash on Saturday, January 25th at Essex!
Nazareth Men’s Basketball MLK Clinic
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Golisano Training Center
Join us for a fun-filled day of fundamental basketball skills, drills, and games.
NEGUS iRAP Listening Event
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 607 W Main St
This event is offer based so the cost is whatever its worth to you. Feel free to use Cash app to avoid fees ($Negusirap) Please Add name.
Vision Forward 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 1387 Fairport Rd
Join us for an inspiring and interactive Vision Board Workshop where you’ll turn goals and dreams into a tangible visual roadmap for success
The Triple Path to Inner Peacemaking
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Open Sky Yoga Center
Join us for a 2-day seminar exploring inner peace as a way to promote positive change from a more sustainable, regenerative place.
Dueling Pianos @ NYBP Victor
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: New York Beer Project
We are so excited to announce that Dueling Pianos is BACK at NYBP Victor!
Pretty Girl Privilege 4
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: The French Quarter
Join us Jan 25th for Pretty Girl Privilege Pt. 4 at French Quarter! Hosted by Diamond The Body, with DJ Lyfe. VIP: 585-314-7608. 21+
Beer Pizza Comedy at Sager-Stoneyard Pub
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Sager-Stoneyard Pub
Sager-Stoneyard Pub and Dough Boyz Roc Presents Comedy Night featuring some of the FUNNIEST comedians in the city.
Into the Now – Four Play
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Three Heads Brewing
4 nights of Into the Now and their Tribute to the Grateful Dead
RocPaintSip at Unwine’d
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: UNWINE’D
Come sip on some wine and unleash your inner artist at RocPaintSip at Unwine’d – it’s gonna be a blast!
SUITED TO LEAD A Dream Reimagined: Championing Equality for Black Women
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Gallery One Fine Arts
Valiant Leadership Luncheon – Together we can reimagine a future where equality is not just a dream, but a reality for all women.
French for Kids – Spring 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: La Maison Francaise
Learn French Through Play! Open to children 6-11 years old
GLOW Silent Disco Night!
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Eagle Vale Golf Club
Wear your Glow-in-the Dark for a Spectacular Evening! 3 Channels of MUSIC for Everyone!
Invictra, Inertia, Shepherd of Rot, SlumLord, & Crown Conscious
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Photo City Music Hall
Invictra, Inertia, Shepherd of Rot, SlumLord, & Crown Conscious
IWF Pro Wrestling Presents: BEATDOWN V
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
IWF is back with its annual event “Beatdown V”. Coming off 2024 Year-End Award announcements the IWF roster is set to make a mark 1/25/25.