Let’s explore social events in Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Salt Lake City
Crafting For Yule
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Myotherapy College
**Time to empty out your witch cabinets and broom closets!**
We all have tons of glass jars, oils, herbs, candles, tinctures, potions and even knowledge to share.
We are calling all of you to bring your supplies and let’s make fresh new things together as a community. **Come make gifts for friends and family for the holidays or even some special treats just for yourself.** Don’t forget that some (…)
Capitol Reef – car camping and hiking
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: undefined
Join us for an adult only weekend of camping and hiking in the least-visited of the Utah national parks, Capitol Reef. The hikes include a mix of beginner friendly trails through scenic canyons, as well as long hilly hikes requiring a modest degree of fitness. We will camp for free in a scenic dispersed campsite on BLM land near Torrey. In the evenings we will gather around a propane fire in comfo(…)
Dirty Coin premier – Bitcoin Mining Environmental Impact Documentary
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Brewvies Cinema Pub
*Dirty Coin* is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the controversial world of Bitcoin mining, presenting it as a potential solution to the global energy crisis.
The film challenges conventional wisdom about the environmental impact of Bitcoin and explores how this emerging technology could drive significant improvements in our energy infrastructure.
Tickets by a $5-$10 donation, ev(…)
Modularized training data pipelines
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Recursion
Murium will review how we scale training data pipelines at Etsy and how architecting for modularity not only helps accelerate model iterations but also keeps you agile during future migrations.
Join us on [slack ](https://forgeutah.tech)
Schedule:
6:30pm-6:50pm pizza
6:50pm announcements
7:00pm speaker
7:45-8:30pm mingle
How to find us:
Enter by the East entrance on 400W. If the door is locked (…)
The good, the bad and the ugly of GitHub copilot
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: STG Offices
Join us for an exciting session led by our special guest, David Rosskopf, as we dive into the world of Copilot! Discover how this cutting-edge tool can revolutionize your daily workflow, boosting productivity and innovation. We’ll explore practical, real-world applications and uncover insights into Copilot’s strengths—and even its limitations. By the end of the session, you’ll have a solid grasp o(…)
Nov UtahJS SLC Meetup – Accessibility && Playright
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Software Technology Group
Join us in person or [on Zoom](https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9572754318?pwd=ZHFhVGkrQWZILzVzVjloYmNUVGxIdz09)!
**7:00pm** \- Dinner and Welcome
**7:10pm** \- “Easy ways to build accessibility into your website” by Andrew Tirpok
**7:50pm** \- “Introduction to Playwright testing” by Frank Visaggio\.
*Playwright is a powerful testing framework for automating web applications across multiple browsers*
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Deep Dive into AI and the Future of Large Language Models
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: OC Tanner – Carolyn C Room
🚀 Exciting Event Alert! 🚀
Join us at the O.C. Tanner HQ, Carolyn C room, for an exclusive session hosted by AWS Utah, where we’ll dive deep into AI and the future of Large Language Models (LLMs)!
We’re thrilled to have Erik Jensen and Derek Ross from TrueMark on stage, showcasing an innovative AI project utilizing Amazon Bedrock to access and leverage the power of LLMs. This session will provi(…)
Cafe Conversations
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Kahve Cafe
Join us for a relaxing morning at one of the best cafes in SLC. We’ll enjoy some baklava, great Turkish coffee, and engaging conversations in a beautifully unique atmosphere. We’ll plan to meet on the 3rd floor
Whether you’re newly divorced or looking to make new friends post-separation, this event is perfect for socializing and making connections with others who understand and support you on you(…)
Quarters Bar Downtown ✨️ Arcade Games and Drinks 🍸🪙
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Quarters Arcade Bar
Come join us downtown SLC for some old school arcade games, drinks, and laughs. Make new friends. Maybe find a hot new date!
You never know unless you come out. This Bar takes real Quarters like the old school games.
Be respectful 🙏 and have fun ✨️(…)
Painting Ceramics
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Color Me Mine
With the holidays coming up why not spend the afternoon painting something you can give as a gift. And afterwards have some lunch. If you are interested on doing this I need you to Venmo 5 dollars to pay for the deposit. My Venmo is Kate-Haley-8 because I can’t afford the whole deposit which is 107.00 after taxes. If I don’t I get it, I’ll will have to cancel the meetup and refund the ones who pai(…)
Utah Masters Fine Art Tour
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: undefined
Detail can be found here: https://www.utahmastersfineart.com/
There are quite a few artists participating and the list is not final. We won’t actually do this as a group for the entire time (from 1-8) but instead we’ll pick a reasonable 1-3 hour block with some time for socializing before and after.
More details to follow as we get closer.(…)
Free Neurodivergent Social Group
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Rainbow Community Studio
**We are excited to introduce the Adult Neurodivergent Social Club, a welcoming and inclusive space to connect, share interests, and build meaningful relationships. We’ll gather and decide what to do together! We have a bunch of fun ideas, from game nights to hobby nights, all tailored to members’ special interests and sensory preferences. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters acceptance and(…)
WICKED MOVIE! Theater Lovers Private Pre-Screening
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Century 16 Salt Lake
✨ Get Ready for a Wicked Night! ✨
We’re beyond excited to bring you an exclusive, advanced pre-screening of *Wicked* – the highly anticipated movie adaptation of the beloved Broadway sensation!
**🎬 Save the Date! 🎬**
Be the first to experience *Wicked* on **Wednesday, November 20th** at Century 16 Movies in Salt Lake (3300 South & 125 East). The official release is November 22, but you’ll see (…)
Co-Ed FUTSAL, East Millcreek, 1st Session (7:15 – 8:45)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Christ United Methodist Church
If you are on the waitlist, it’s your responsibility to check at 3pm on game day to see if you made the game. If you make the game and are not there, you will be issued a No-Show Yellow Card. If you can’t check, don’t put yourself on the wait list. NO CRASHERS (that includes “Maybes”) IF RSVPs ARE FULL!!!!!! You will be turned away! ONLY YES RSVPS. We play mini-games on small goals.
Bring flat so(…)
Let’s play holiday classical music! Read all details below.
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Mary Amanda’s Hair Studio
We will play Corelli Christmas Concerto and holiday favs. If you don’t have the music, I do.
Bring a treat to share for afterwards. ALL INSTRUMENTS AND ALL LEVELS WELCOME. RSVP ONLY.(…)
Early Music / Renaissance Polyphony Sight-singing
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 260 S 500 E
Join us for some music-making! We will be singing Renaissance motets. We will use electronic scores available in the public domain. **Bring an internet-enabled device** (e.g. tablet or laptop) from which to read. Good sight-singing skills will be useful (but not necessary) and any level of experience is welcome!
See “How to find us” on this page for information on how to enter the venue.(…)
MONTHLY MINDFUL WALKS / Open to all. No experience or special equipment required
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Fitts Park
**What?**
As an adult, we walk an average of 3 500 steps a day. Everyday. So, we all know what is it to walk. But what is it to walk mindfully? The simple [definition of being mindful ](https://www.mindfulessence.net/post/mindfulness-as-a-core-practice)*is to bring close attention to our whole experience (inner and outer) in the present moment just as it is*. Walk mindfully means walking with int(…)
STG Brown Bag by Dahln Farnes – .NET Conference 2024 Review
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Software Technology Group
You are invited to join STG team member, Dahln Farnes, to review topics and announcements discussed at .NET Conf 2024. Dahln will also discuss .NET 9, which is being released in conjunction with the conference. This will be an exciting opportunity to see the latest changes in the Microsoft and .NET space.
We will be meeting at the STG office located at 555 South 300 East, SLC. Lunch will be provi(…)
Andrew Holleran-Dancer from the Dance
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Granite Library
The Gays will be discussing *Dancer from the Dance* by Andrew Holleran. Young, astonishingly beautiful, and tired of living a lie, Anthony Malone trades life as a seemingly straight small-town lawyer for the decadence of New York’s emerging gay scene—an odyssey that takes him from Manhattan’s Everard baths and after hour discos, to lavish orgies on Fire Island and parks after dark. Rescuing Malone(…)
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 Salt Lake City, you can try out Visitsaltlake.com, P.cityweekly.net, or Visitutah.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Salt Lake City, Utah
Reading Party at Bewilder Brewing
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Bewilder Brewing Co
Join us for our last reading party of the year at Bewilder Brewing! Read, drink and mingle with other book lovers.
Arctic Rescue’s Pups and Poses
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Trolley Square
Join us for a fun-filled and rejuvenating event at Trolley Square on November 20th for Puppy Yoga!
The Salt Lake Tribune NewsMakers 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
On November 21, 2024 The Salt Lake Tribune will host its second-annual NewsMakers dinner.
Utah SAMPE Chapter Presents: Fairmat
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 2590 W Directors Row suite b
Please join Utah SAMPE Chapter for an evening of networking, dinner, and factory tours
Collaging the Queer: An Abstract Self-Portraiture Workshop
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Under the Umbrella Bookstore and Cafe
Join us for a guided artistic practice where you’ll explore identity through abstract self-portrait collaging!
Homestead Movie Screening
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Regal Crossroads – Taylorsville
A nuclear bomb is detonated in Los Angeles, and the nation devolves into unprecedented chaos.
VIP Holiday Party
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Rise Rejuvenation Center, South 900 East, Murray, UT, USA
Kick off our Holiday Hustle Week at our VIP Holiday Party – a festive night filled with exclusive holiday specials!
Utah Falconz Paint Night
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 2091 E Murray Holladay Rd
Come join us for a fun night of painting with the Utah Falconz, where you can unleash your creativity and mingle with our awesome football t
DIY Ceramic Santa Claus Pottery Workshop | Nov 22
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Sugar Space Arts Warehouse
Get in the holiday spirit and build your own Santa from scratch at this festive workshop! Beginner-friendly, step-by-step pottery class!
Creating a Spell Jar: Intro to Mindful Intention
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Under the Umbrella Bookstore
Learn Mindful Intention, Basic Herbology, and Crystal Healing and take home a Spell Jar of your own!
The New Rules of Money
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Sandy
Learn how to navigate the modern financial landscape and make money work for you at The New Rules of Money event!
Concierto de salsa con Maelo Ruiz en SALT LAKE CITY, UT | Noviembre 23 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 801 Event Center
¡Únete a la fiesta de la salsa con Maelo Ruiz en 801 Event Center, este sábado 23 de noviembre!
Rise Together Mental Health & Wellness
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: 771 E Winchester St
Come join us for a life changing event in support of the Make-A-Wish Utah foundation. Enjoy yummy food, speakers and life changing stories!
Create your 2025 IT Roadmap
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: 100 W Towne Ridge Pkwy
Create your 2025 IT Roadmap: Security. Compliance. Planning. Proactive innovation.
Thanksgiving MasterClass
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Park City Culinary Institute
Want to impress family and friends with a Thanksgiving feast but don’t know where to begin? We’ve created this hands-on class just for you!
Essential Emotions Workshop and EMF Blockers
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Ash Smith Home
Join us for a workshop on managing emotions w/ essential oils & learning about EMF blockers w/Practitioner Jessica & Orgonite creator Molly!
Full Vocal Power
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Jeans Studio
Discover a New Way to Sing – Join Our 1-Hour Alexander Technique Workshop
Fall Plant Based Cooking Class
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Kiln
Join us for a plantbased cooking class,learn how to make a delicious meal and help fund our programs that support Utahns experiencing hunger
Male review
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Molly’s Gemini Room
Get ready for a night of steamy entertainment with our Male Review event – featuring hot guys, sexy dance routines, and plenty of fun!
Salt Lake City Online Speed Dating – Single Professionals (24-32 age group)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: The Fun Singles Salt Lake City
You’re invited to join a modern online speed dating! Meet single professionals just like yourself. You’ll be joining one-on-one video chats through The Fun Singles. Pay once and join events for FREE, see details below.Age group: 24 – 32How it worksBook a ticket on Eventbrite (you’ll get a confirmation email from The Fun Singles Singles Events Salt Lake City in a few minutes with a link to setup an