Let’s explore social events in Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Saint Paul
Educational Session: Magic the Gathering
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: The Art Dungeon
Have you been wanting to learn how to play Magic: the Gathering, but you don’t know if you want to buy a deck, or you’re not sure you want to ask the Magic Players at the Game store to teach you?
Maybe you’ve tried to ask a friend or partner to teach you, but their teaching style doesn’t resonate with you?
Join us at the Art Dungeon every 1st and 4th Tuesday for an educational friendly night of (…)
Exploring the Power, Pitfalls, and Potential of Large Language Models
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Lab651
**Overview**
Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming industries, fueled by breakthroughs in algorithms, data, and computing power—and the explosion of tools like ChatGPT. While AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) remains a distant goal, understanding the quirks and potential of LLMs is critical to harnessing their power effectively.
*In this talk, we’ll:*
* Explore the core concepts and (…)
Board Games at Saint Paul Brewing!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Saint Paul Brewing
Join us for an evening of fun and games at Saint Paul Brewing! I’ll bring a couple dozen of my own games to share, but if there’s something on your shelf you’ve been wanting to get on the table, feel free to bring it along! Whether you’re just interested in meeting new folks and making connections or you’re hoping to get play something with depth and strategy, we’ve got something for everyone.
Ch(…)
BOOK CLUB: First meeting!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: undefined
FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN BOOK CLUB:
This will be our first meeting where we figure out what we want the club to look like, play some bookish games, and pick our first book!
***LOCATION IS STILL TO BE DETERMINED
*If you are unable to attend but still want to be part of the book club, I will be posting our first book in the discussion after the first meeting!(…)
Start your week hiking-Return to Ft Snelling State Park
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
◦ Where: Thomas C Savage Visitor Center Fort Snelling State Park
We are moving to Ft Snelling State Park. Hike is at 5:30 pm ct. This is a moderate fitness speed hike, so it’s meant to be not too fast, not too slow, 4-5 miles for approximately 1.5 hours. Exact route can change based on path’s conditions or just to make things interesting.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear appropriate and comfortable footwear. We hike rain or shine (but not if (…)
Friday Night Zen Meditation Group
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Clouds In Water Zen Center
**\*NOTE: THIS IS A BIT DIFFERENT FROM OUR REGULAR EVENING:**
**\- it goes from 7pm to 8pm**
**\- it is happening during the first night of a Lovingkindness retreat at Clouds in Water\, so the format will include guided meditation as well as some walking meditation**
**\- because a number of other participants are going to continue the retreat in silence after 8pm\, there will be no on\-site socia(…)
Open Dialogue (Hosted by Reagan) // Self & Identity
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: 526 Selby
Most of us, at some point in our lives, stop to ask “Who am I?” But there’s another question we might want to explore first: ‘What is “I”?’
From our personalities to our values, from the face we see in the mirror to how the world perceives us, we’re always interacting both as ourselves and with ourselves. But what is the self? Can it even be defined? And how does defining such an elusive concept (…)
Board Games at Lake Monster Brewing
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Lake Monster Brewing
Join us for an evening of fun and games at Lake Monster Brewing! I’ll bring a couple dozen of my own games to share, but if there’s something on your shelf you’ve been wanting to get on the table, feel free to bring it along! Whether you’re just interested in meeting new folks and making connections or you’re hoping to get play something with depth and strategy, we’ve got something for everyone.
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Feb 2025 Winter Game Night Social at Oakdale Library
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Oakdale Library
New for 2025! We will have a monthly game night social to get us through the winter. Bring your favorite party game (G rated please) and we will socialize and play.
The library allows outside food including homemade treats so feel free to bring snacks or treats to share.(…)
Driving Productivity Gains With AI
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Amazon
Have you ever struggled to find a document or file and waste more time than you care to admit searching for it? Come learn how Glean’s Enterprise Search and RAG platform pairs with Amazon Bedrock to enable knowledge workers with an AI powered, chat based interface putting access to knowledge and information at everyone’s fingertips in a secure, permissions aware manner.
Join us for our next AWS M(…)
Hackers and Founders Minneapolis
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Utepils Brewing
Hackers meet hackers. Hackers meet founders. Founders meet co-founders. Talk startups and tech, and help each other out. No speaker; no BS; just interesting people working on interesting things catalyzing the local tech startup scene.
Hackers and Founders is part of a global network of casual meetups focused around bringing together like-minded people working on cool things.
What we do:
• talk (…)
Board Games at Red 6 Games
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Red 6 Games
Join us on Saturday for fun and games at Red 6 Games on Grand Ave in St Paul. I’ll bring a couple dozen of my own games to share, but if there’s something on your shelf you’ve been wanting to get on the table, feel free to bring it along! Whether you’re just interested in meeting new folks and making connections or you’re hoping to get play something with depth and strategy, we’ve got something fo(…)
1st Tue – Feb 2025 Snowshoeing or Hiking at Lake Elmo Regional Park
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Nordic Center at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Come experience winter outside with us. We will snowshoe if there is enough snow, otherwise we will hike. Washington County Parks will have snowshoes for us to use. All abilities are welcome.
The hiking/walking options include a dirt trail around Eagle Point Lake and a paved path through the park. If you will be joining us on the dirt trail, please wear sturdy books that could get muddy depending(…)
AAPI February Social Mixer
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Smash Park
We’re glad to announce that we’re launching monthly social mixer events where folks will have the chance to mingle around & build connections in a casual welcoming space! Locations and dates will vary monthly but will usually be announced 1-2 weeks in advance. Our chosen venues will offer food and/or drinks for purchase.
**ATTENTION: The location has changed to Smash Park Roseville**
Come join o(…)
The Mental Health Crisis Among Men: Why Are They Struggling?
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Northeast Library
In our society, where strength is often measured in silence and resilience, the mental health struggles of men remain a largely uncharted territory. Join Michael Goude as he leads an open discussion on why men often struggle with mental health.
**References:**
* [Therapy Challenges for Men](https://youtu.be/uf8bt6fGQyA?si=Oco0DFCM66wPXvpw)
* Optional: [There is a Crisis Going on with Men ](https(…)
East Metro Humanist Let’s-Try-To-Be-Happy Hour
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: La Cucaracha Mexican Restaurante
It’s time again for our monthly Happy Hour at La Cucaracha, a friendly and highly regarded Mexican restaurant located on Dale Street and Grand Avenue in St. Paul (https://www.lacucaracharestaurante.com/)
As regular attendees will attest, our Happy Hour events include lots of talk about politics, the state of the world, movies, books, popular culture, and whatever else, accompanied by chips, salsa(…)
North Loop Girls Who Walk Winter Coffee Social
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: WeWork 729 N Washington Ave
✨ It’s winter! With the cold weather officially here, we are pausing walks and just meeting up for coffee. Join us at FRGMNT in North Loop!
✨ Walks, talks, socials & gals!
✨ Transfemme folk are welcome!
✨ Friendly, leash-trained dogs welcome!(…)
Free Admission Tuesday! Hike at Lake Elmo Park Reserve with socializing
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Lake Elmo Park Reserve is a beautiful park and on the first Tuesday of the month, admission to the park is free. What’s better than free?! Join us as we hike approximately 6 miles through the park. The pace will be about 15:30 – 16 minute mile which may be fast for some, but just fine (or even slow) for others. If you don’t know your pace, there are several free apps that are GPS based that can he(…)
Free Association Writer’s Circle
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Rondo Community Library
Join us in person for this creative writing session!
Meetings are held on the second and fourth Saturdays each month.
This session will be at Rondo Community Library, Meeting Room C, 461 Dale St N,
Saint Paul, MN 55103
If you are new to the group, please read the main description of this group to see what we’re all about and the structure the event will follow.
See you there!(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul on Visitsaintpaul.com, Exploreminnesota.com, or Stpaul.gov.
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wWw X Malcolm Yards: Galentine’s – February 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: The Market At Malcolm Yards
Join us for a Galentine’s Celebration at Malcolm Yards as we sample whiskey pours from Women-Owned and backed distilleries!
Poets & Pints – 10 Year Anniversary Special
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Sisyphus Brewing, Ontario Avenue West, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Poets & Pints will reach 10 years old in February 2025. This means we are going to have a very special show.
NORDIC ROOTS SERIES: LENA JONSSON TRIO with Ponyfolk
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: The Cedar Cultural Center
A unique mix of deeply rooted Swedish folk, jazz, American old-time, and electro-acoustic sounds.
Convos with CEOs
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Colle McVoy
Join AdFed and Ad 2 for a candid panel and Q&A with Twin Cities ad agency CEOs.
Belfast Cowboys
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: The Hook and Ladder Theater
The Belfast Cowboys are a nine-piece, horn-driven band from Minneapolis that specializes in the music of Van Morrison.
Rainbow Pages Queer Book Club! February 2025
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: Tropes & Trifles
A queer romance book club hosted by a queer bookseller
Goddess Gala II – Pajama Party!
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Modus Locus Expansion
Get ready for a night of beauty, and celebration – where we honor the divine feminine in all of us!
Hack the Gap February 2025 Hackathon
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Osborn370
A hackathon expanding gender, racial and intersectional diversity in tech.
LARRY & JOE with Mother Banjo
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: The Cedar Cultural Center
These two virtuosic multi-instrumentalists fuse their respective Venezuelan and Appalachian folk traditions.
Катерина Гордеева. МНОГО ЛИЧНОГО
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Необычный стендап-тур
SAMORA PINDERHUGHES with Theo Langason
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: The Cedar Cultural Center
The Cedar is honored to present Samora Pinderhughes, founder of The Healing Project, with his Venus Smiles Not in the House of Tears Tour.
SafeTALK
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities Minneapolis
Learn how to support someone’s desire for safety by recognizing the warning signs of suicide and identifying people who are at risk.
Kristina Rodel Sorum, John Thompson and KT Thompson at the Wolf House
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: 3359 NE Tyler St
Kristina Rodel Sorum, John Thompson and KT Thompson of Musettikka present an eclectic mix songs at the Wolf House
Wonderful Tonight: The Music of Eric Clapton with Vinnie Rose
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 5th
◦ Where: Main Stage Showroom
Welcome to Crooners Classics – every Wednesday will have a 5:30 PM show highlighting a classic act from music history!
Collective Impact: Connecting & Empowering Twin Cities Women
◦ When: Monday, Feb 3rd
◦ Where: Eat Street Crossing
Hosted by Natural Connections Co.
A Visit From Will Dilg
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: A-Mill Artist Lofts
Come meet Will Dilg in person and hear all about his adventures and experiences firsthand!
Valentine’s Special Event, Speed Dating ages 21-40 & 40-65 (heterosexual)
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 6th
◦ Where: MITO, 2801 Snelling Avenue, Roseville, MN, USA
Join us for a Valentines Special Event as you embark on a whirlwind evening meeting local singles and see if Cupids arrow is gonna strike!
MN Winter Retreat 2025
◦ When: Friday, Feb 7th
◦ Where: Camp Galilee MN District UPCI
You don’t want to miss Winter Retreat 2025! Bro. Andrew Herbst will be our speaker, and it is going to be a life-altering event!
MNmicro Film Festival: Black History – MY STORY, MY TRUTH
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 4th
◦ Where: Marcus West End Cinema
Join us for this exclusive screening of MY STORY, MY TRUTH, presented by Twin Cities Film Fest’s “MNmicro Film Festival: Black History”
L.O.V.E. – Cafe Accordion Orchestra with Maud Hixson
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 8th
◦ Where: Main Stage Showroom
Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 1 hour before showtimes.
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Intention and Bracelet Making Workshop with Moxie Malas
Join the ladies of Ellevate Twin Cities as we explore the topic of living intentionally. Create a bracelet that you can take home as a reminder of what you are hoping to create more of in your life.
Twin Cities Coffee Chat
Yes, love’s in the air. But, so is savvy, smart female leadership.
We’ll share a topic and have a robust conversation – join us!