Let’s explore social events in San Diego, CA 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 San Diego where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in San Diego
Inspiring Content Creator$, Crypto Traders, Code Breakers @ Chula Vista Ctr Mall
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Panera Bread
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Are you dreaming of starting your own YouTube channel or leveling up your content creation skills? Ready to catch a Crypto Pump? or have any idea how to make alotaa easy fun money$$$. Join us at the Aspiring YouTubers & Content Creators Meetup in Chula Vista—a welcoming c(…)
ProductTank San Diego Special Holiday Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Illumina
**Please join us for our final ProductTank of 2024! It will be an evening of inspiration, networking and festive cheer.**
Our guest speaker is Vidya Dinamani, the Founder and Partner of Product Rebels and the Co-Author of product bestseller “[Groundwork: Get Better at Making Better Products](https://www.amazon.com/Groundwork-Get-Better-Making-Products/dp/0578776324).” She recently helped organize(…)
Make friends & BlaBla Language Exchange San Diego (recurrent link & event)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Corner Drafthouse
**⚠️ Recurrent event ! We are approximately 20/30 people / event !**
**🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat to participate (MANDATORY) ⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a deligh(…)
🎊🎄❄️ MINGLE & JINGLE with “AMBIANCE” ❄️🎄🎊HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PARTY🎄🎊
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Navajo LIVE
🎊🎄❄️**AMBIANCE MINGLE & JINGLE HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PARTY!** ❄️🎄🎊
🎄🎊❄️To enter MUST SHOW your RSVP at front door check in! ts our 4th Annual HO HO HOLIDAY-CHRISTMAS PARTY!** LETS CELEBRATE the season together meeting new and old friends at a new location for us!!! I’ve reserved the entire PRIVATE VENUE at Navajo Live! We’ll enjoy MUSIC, Dancing, and Full Bar-Drinks for purchase. Food for purch(…)
San Diego Cyber Group Meetup (December 2024 event)
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Novo Brazil Brewing Mission Valley
This is a fun meetup for the cyber community in San Diego. Co-hosted by David Spark of the CISO Series Podcast and Rick McElroy. We’ll have conversation about cyber, a few silly games, and a guided discussion. We’re open to your suggestions for what you’d like to cover in our meetups. Don’t be shy. Let us know what you’d like.
We’ll have food and drink for the first 60 people who show up!
HUGE t(…)
SDPy Monthly Meetup – Holiday Schedule
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Regents Pizzeria
**IMPORTANT: this meetup is on the 3rd Thursday due to the holiday**
**AGENDA**
* Wait in line to buy the pizza.
* Find or wait for a seat
* Wait for the pizza while having great conversations
* eat the pizza also while having a great time
Jeremy says: 5-7 minute lightning talks might be overkill for dinner conversations, no need to sign up :). Make sure to enjoy the pizza.
**ANNOUNCEMENTS**
We(…)
Little Italy San Diego Tech Coffee
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Portal Coffee
We’re bringing back Tech Coffee to the greater downtown area after a few year hiatus. What better spot for Tech Coffee than Little Italy, the coffee capital of San Diego!
Join us at Portal Coffee overlooking the beautiful Waterfront Park and San Diego Harbor.
There’s lots of available street parking along Kettner between Fir and Beech St just 1-3 blocks from Portal Coffee. See the Parking Map at(…)
The San Diego French Monthly Meetup at The NOLA
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: NOLA on 5th
Salut!
Join us for a nice social event, over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, at the brand new NOLA! This third Wednesday meetup is our original and typically best-attended meetup. We welcome all levels from beginners to native speakers, but please come prepared to speak only in French. We meet outside on the front patio. There is no charge for the meetup, but please thank the NOLA for having u(…)
Tour of Balboa Park Botanical Building
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Balboa Park
Explore San Diego’s unique wood lath botanical building harboring subtropical and tropical plants from around the world. View relatives of the dinosaur-era tree ferns and cycads, various epiphytic air-plants, Swiss-cheese leaf philodendrons, food and spice plants such as ginger, cinnamon and coffee. A concentration of botanical exotica in a one-of-a-kind structure that has been restored to its ori(…)
In Person – Public Speaking 101, Liberty Toastmasters
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: St. Paul’s Conference Center
**Curious about Toastmasters?**
Join us to master your speaking—in a small group, one speech at a time, and at your own pace. At Liberty Toastmasters, we use the structure of the meeting to practice every type of speech.
Meetings are held from 7-8:30 pm every Thursday evening. The doors open at 6:45. Confirmed members and guests will receive an invitation in their inbox every Thursday morning. To(…)
Toastmasters 101 – In Person – Liberty Toastmasters
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: St. Paul’s Conference Center
**Curious about Toastmasters?**
Join us to learn more about Toastmasters and how it can help you master public speaking, small and large group presentations, meeting management and team leadership. Working in a small group you’ll learn to master your topic, your presence and your time one speech at a time. At Liberty Toastmasters, we use the structure of the meeting to practice every type of speec(…)
What did the Biden Administration accomplish? Why wasn’t it enough?
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Well, the election was razor-close, and it was his vice president that lost the squeaker, not President Biden.
Still, the Biden Administration accomplished a LOT, IMO. He added overtime pay for millions of Americans. Poured tens of billions of dollars into renewable energy. Jump started U.S. microchip production. Cracked down on junk fees and overdraft charges that might save consumers $3.5B per (…)
Special Holiday Happy Hour at Bully’s East in Mission Valley
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Bully’s East Prime Bistro Sports Bar
Celebrate the holidays at one of our favorite places. Little candy treats for everyone! Appetizers, wine and drinks $6-$10. Street tacos, artichoke hearts, rib bones, etc. Or enjoy and early bird dinner. Lots of delicious choices. Come meet your friends and get in the holiday mood!(…)
San Diego AirBnB and Hotel Investors Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Lafayette Hotel
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Christmas Martinis at the US Grant Hotel’s Grant Grill
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: U.S. Grant Hotel
I am taking us back to the US Grant Hotel for a celebration of Christmas and friendship. The hotel is over 100 years old featuring iconic designs and upscale look and feel. They feature, this time of year, a martini called the “Smashing Pumpkin” that was featured on TV. If you haven’t had one, it looks delicious. We are moving the meetup earlier to coincide with the last half of happy hour. Lets s(…)
San Diego Tech Coffee – Lestat’s-Normal Heights
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Lestat’s
The San Diego Tech Coffee is coming up on its 13th year of being the largest weekly gathering of entrepreneurs in San Diego.
There’s no pitching, only networking, sharing, brainstorming, mentoring, etc. And we love it when people want to share what they are working on!
There is no agenda, which means you can’t be late – come when you can, leave when you need to. Very informal.
New to the San Di(…)
“Coffee, Networking & Success: Entrepreneurs and Investors Unite”
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: San Diego Mission Bay Resort
“Coffee, Networking, and the Path to Success.” This gathering is the perfect arena for business owners eager to widen their network, real estate aficionados keen on uncovering the newest investment tactics, and budding entrepreneurs on the quest for success. It’s an inviting platform to share your journey, soak up wisdom from sector specialists, and forge meaningful ties to boost your professional(…)
Discover Improv – Free Class and Event 12/16!
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Finest City Improv
Welcome!
Pre-registration is required as space is limited. You can easily reserve your spot [REGISTER HERE!](https://www.finestcityimprov.com/classes/discover-improv/)
We are thrilled that you’re interested in exploring the exciting and playful world of improv! Whether you’re looking to step out of your comfort zone, meet new people, or simply try something new, our Discover Improv meetup group i(…)
Skip the Small Talk at Mike Hess Brewing
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Mike Hess Brewing North Park
**###PLEASE NOTE: Even if you RSVP on Meetup, you will need to grab a ticket here [https://www.skipthesmalltalk.com/store/skip-the-small-talk-at-mike-hess-brewing-north-park-monday-december-16-2024](https://www.skipthesmalltalk.com/store/skip-the-small-talk-at-mike-hess-brewing-north-park-monday-december-16-2024) in order to attend###** This event is cross-posted so Meetup RSVPs won’t accurately r(…)
Join San Diego NFT Friends for our 4th annual NFT & Crypto Holiday Party! We
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Edge Wallet
Join San Diego NFT Friends for our 4th annual NFT & Crypto Holiday Party!
We encourage you to wear your ugliest holiday sweater and please bring a wrapped gift if you would like to participate in our fun white elephant gift exchange game. The gift must be no more than $30 in value.
Free food and drinks will be provided!
Ride sharing is encouraged as parking on the street is limited.
**P.S. (…)
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 San Diego, you can try out Sandiego.org, Patch.com, or Patch.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In San Diego, California
Mark Farina Mushroom Jazz
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Quartyard
Presented by Quartyard and West Coast Weekender
Festival Navideño ”Nosotros los Duendes”
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Teatro Mutualista Zaragoza
¡Ven a disfrutar del Festival Navideño ”Nosotros los Duendes” el 18 de diciembre a las 12:00 p.m.!
The Nutcracker Suite (Ballet)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Patrick Henry High School
Join us for another beautiful Inspire School of Ballet performance of this sweet fairytale!
The Nutcracker (Ballet)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Patrick Henry High School
Join us for another beautiful Inspire School of Ballet performance of this Holiday fairytale!
DECEMBER 20th The Nutcracker Ballet December 2024
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: South Western College Performing Arts Center
Come enjoy the magical and timeless tale of The Nutcracker Ballet in , where dreams come to life on stage!
Normal Heights Holiday Home Decorating Contest – Trolley Tour
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Normal Heights Community Dev, Hawley Boulevard, San Diego, CA, USA
Join the Normal Heights Community Association for a festive gathering!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Join us on Thursday, December 19th,
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Oxford Social Club
Tis the season to celebrate… with love and generosity. Join the San Diego Latino Professionals for Holiday Celebration and Toy Drive.
Christmas Together with The Katinas: San Diego, CA
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: People’s Church San Diego
An evening to celebrate the Christmas season with family and friends.
Meet & Greet with Brian Baumgartner from “The Office”
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Warwick’s
Join us for a meet & greet photo op with Brian Baumgartner as he signs his new book THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT DUNDER MIFFLIN
Gaslamp Mini Golf Returns!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Swing Social
Sink a HO HO HOle in one at Gaslamp Mini Golf: 18 holes along 5th Ave. + incredible food and drink specials at local bars and restaurants.
DECEMBER 21st The Nutcracker Ballet December 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: South Western College Performing Arts Center
Come enjoy the magical and timeless tale of The Nutcracker Ballet in , where dreams come to life on stage!
Comedy at the Arcade
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Coin-Op Game Room
Come out and enjoy some comedy and live music! 5+ comics will be performing on this comedy showcase.
OutPro Meaningful LGBTQ Networking – San Diego
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Uptown Tavern
Make and build professional connections that can advance your career.
MERRY CHOLO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL PRESALE
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Hoppy Daze Tap House
Red Hot Cholo Peppers bringing their Chili Peppers twist and Buddha Ranch to Hoppy Daze Tap House! Join us for a very firme Christmas.
WE ARE HIP HOP 1973-4EVER HOLIDAY EDITION
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Origin Hip Hop Performing Arts Academy
Celebrate the timeless culture of hip hop from 1973 to forever at our holiday edition event!
Unleash Your Line: A Day of Contour Creativity Workshop with Robin Roberts
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Art on 30th
Held on our last day open before Winter Break… Come discover the joy of continuous line contour drawing in this fun and freeing workshop.
Milkshakes and Masterpieces!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Chick-fil-A Grossmont
Get ready to paint with us at Chick-fil-A Grossmont! Our instructor, Ebbie, will lead us in a fun painting that’s perfect for Christmas!
Support Team Mexico Bocuse d’Or Dinner
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Wormwood, 30th Street, San Diego, CA, USA
Six-course fundraising dinner with pairings, supporting Team Mexico’s journey to the prestigious Bocuse d’Or Finale featuring 9 great chefs!
SPEED DATING | 30-40, First Drink Free!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Whiskey Girl
Mingle with other singles in your age group at our SPEED DATING event for ages 30-40 – who knows, you might just find your perfect match.
Murder By The Bay – Murder Mystery Dinner Show
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 1640 Camino Del Rio N #341
Join us for a thrilling interactive Murder Mystery Dinner Show – it’s gonna be a night to remember! ** 7PM Doors Open – 8PM Show Starts **
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Pickleball Open Play
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
This is open play and not for first time players. You should have played at least a few times already, know the rules of the game and know how to keep score.
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Shores to Open Aire Market Hike
◦ When: Sunday, Jan 5th
Let’s welcome the New Year with a hike/walk from beach to village, including stopping at a farmers market. We will start at the beach and then gradually climb up to the cliffs along the Coast Trail and end up at the La Jolla Open Aire Market, to partake in some delicious food, before heading back. This 4 mile hike has a gradual ascent with stunning views and includes both paved and dirt paths. In
Brunch / Lunch at Greek Italian Bar and Grill
◦ When: Sunday, Jan 12th
Lets have brunch at relaxed bistro with contemporary digs focuses on Greek & Italian cuisine such as pastas & skewers.