Let’s explore social events in Santa Ana, 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.
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 Santa Ana, California. 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 Santa Ana
STEM Board Game Social
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: 3333 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Join us for an evening at our Board Game Social for STEM professionals!
Dive into a variety of board games that test your logic, strategy, and creativity.
Whether you’re a gamer or just looking to connect with fellow STEM enthusiasts, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind, share laughs, and perhaps even discover a new favorite game.
‘The park’ where we will meet, is next to the Travelers bu(…)
Southern California SEO Meetup in Garden Grove
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: SteelCraft Garden Grove
Join us for our second informal SEO meetup! Come meet other digital marketers and business owners who are eager to chat, learn, and grow in all things marketing.(…)
BIMPulse Presents – Revizto
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Hensel Phelps
Join AECO professionals at the Hensel Phelps Irvine office for an engaging event focused on model-based coordination using the Revizto Platform. This event will feature an in-depth discussion on how architects, engineers, and contractors are utilizing Revizto to enhance their workflows. Additionally, there will be ample opportunities for in-person networking, allowing attendees to connect, share e(…)
OC Unity DOTS Showcase & Community Spotlight
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Mobilityware
After the successful Soft Launch, it’s time to hit the ground running.
This event will be split into two exciting parts. First, Unity will delve into DOTS, featuring a guest speaker Joe Valenzuela (Unity Director, DOTS). Whether you’re new to DOTS or a seasoned pro, you won’t want to miss this dive into Unity’s Entity Component System, which empowers you to create more ambitious games. Learn more(…)
Immigrants Meetup @ Irvine
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: undefined
Every Tuesday 6PM @ Yogurtland Irvine (4616 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA, 92604) For more questions please text Doug at 785-477-9863
Come meet and socialize with other immigrants or people interested in immigration! Everyone is welcomed to attend.
NOTE: I made this group using the free version of meetups, so I’m limited to posting 2 events a month on here, but I will be at the meeting location EVER(…)
Tackling vulnerabilities in third-party packages
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Google Building FAIR
**NOTE: The following will be in effect and mandatory for this meeting venue.**
* **RSVPs will close at 11:59 PM PT on Monday, July 21st, so kindly submit your RSVP by then. Walk-ins will not be permitted.**
* **Google Security mandates that RSVPs include your full name (in Meetup settings) and that you bring your ID, which will be checked at the entrance to match your RSVP.**
* If your first and(…)
Harborlites Chorus – Come sing with us
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: The Salvation Army Anaheim Red Shield
We rehearse every Monday evening at 7:00 pm. Visitors are always welcome!
Covid protocol: Please refrain from attending rehearsals if you are feeling ill. Masks are currently optional.(…)
Networking Mixer & Happy Hour @ Mezzo Calzones
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Mezzo Calzones
UJoin North OC Social for a fun-filled evening of networking and socializing with great food and drinks! Whether you’re an professional, business owner or just looking to expand your social circle, this event is the perfect opportunity to make new friends and connections. Enjoy a lively atmosphere at a local restaurant while having a good conversation.
Let’s create community together as we wrap u(…)
OCREIN – Learn How to Flip Homes in Less than One Hour
◦ When: Tuesday, Jul 23rd
◦ Where: Hangar 24 Orange County
(No cost, no pitch) Forming new relationships and networking may be the most important aspect of success in real estate. Furthermore, learning from the real-life success and failure of other investors is invaluable. This is a perfect place to learn, grow, and network!!
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The connections that perfectly complement you are out there. If you have not found them yet, you aren’t looking hard enough.(…)
“The Front Runner” by Patricia Nell Warren
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Urth Caffe Orange
We have selected “The Front Runner” by Patricia Nell Warren for the July 25th Meetup. Please read the book beforehand so that you can add to the discussion. We will meet at Urth Caffe in Orange. They have specialty coffees, wine, beer, main courses, sandwiches, pastries, and desserts. This is a positive, safe place for you to be yourself, meet new people, and to build your community. Hope to see y(…)
Orange County Business Networking July Mixer + Mixology Event!
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
***\*Please Read – Tickets Must Be Purchased Via the Link Below\****
**[Purchase Tickets for the July After Work Mixer!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/after-work-mixer-business-networking-anaheim-tickets-796499199547?aff=MeetUp)**
***About This Event***
This month, we have an EXTRA SPECIAL TREAT for our attendees! Hotel Fera is sponsoring an EXCLUSIVE VODKA MIXOLOGY EVENT!!!
Whether you are a s(…)
After Hours Crafters Go to the OC FAIR!
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
**After Hours Crafters Go to the OC FAIR!**
Join us for an evening full of fun as we explore all there is at the OC FAIR! We’re eating all the weird food, petting all the animals, and looking at all the competitions (especially the fiber arts!).
**Wear comfy shoes and comfy clothes, it will be hot!**
Looking forward to seeing you all there!(…)
After Work Pickleball – Wednesday 🙂
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Rancho San Joaquin Middle School
**Donation week**: We love building this community and need your help with ongoing organizing costs. Are you able to contribute $8 to help? (so we can purchase more nets to increase the number of RSVPs, get extra pickleball balls for player use, and pay for the meetup subscription). Money raised will be used to improve the player experience. **We will be collecting only on Wednesday (07/24) and Sa(…)
That Board Game Guy Presents GAME NIGHT @ Gunwhale Ales
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Gunwhale Ales
Greetings, fellow Gamers!
I want to cordially invite you all to That Board Game Night, every Thursday night from 6:30-09:30pm at Gunwhale Ales in Costa Mesa. We’ve had an amazingly diverse group join us from week to week, bringing a very fun energy and welcome atmosphere.
The focus of TBGG Game Night is primarily on promoting social interaction and the excitement and enjoyment of meeting new peo(…)
How to buy property without banks
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: 172 N Glassell St
Join us for a completely free event where you’ll discover strategies for purchasing properties without depending on banks or credit. Bring a pen, notepad, and enthusiasm to connect with others on their real estate journey.(…)
SUMMER Mega Single Social Mixer @ Crowne Plaza IHG Hotel!
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County, an IHG Hotel
We are proud to bring you another edition of the Summer Mega Social Mixer!
**MEGA MIXER BROUGHT TO YOU BY:**
**Friends Network Zone**
**LIVING LA & OC**
**LA & OC Social Lynx**
**30s & 40s Social Connection**
**OCAP**
**Entourage**
**VFBB**
This time we are featuring a wonderful venue @ Crowne Plaza IHG Hotel in Costa Mesa! Manager Alex has graciously allowed us to hold the event at the hotel f(…)
Lockpicking class at Gunwhale Ales in Costa Mesa (Locksport) July 23 6 PM
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Gunwhale Ales
We will be introducing you to lock picking with focus on pin tumbler locks and the Locksport community – join us at Gunwhale Ales in Costa Mesa from 6-8PM in the barrel room. This is a ticketed event – $25 – no RSVP required, but if you do, you’ll get priority admission.
I have known about lock picking for a long time (see: @LockpickingLawyer) and recently got my own lock picking kit. I was very (…)
Community Collab Night
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: The Duck Club (IRWD)
**What we are doing:**
Let’s see what kind of projects our community is working on! Do you have an app or website or cool software idea you want to build? Do you have zero ideas yourself, but want to help others? Are you just curious to see what other people are working on? Then come to our Community Collab Night!
Meet fellow software developers, designers and adjacent people to learn, collaborat(…)
Practical Perspective on Generative AI with Snowflake
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: HanaHaus Newport Beach
Overwhelmed by the rapid rise of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT and Large Language Models (LLMs)? In this session, our expert speaker Rajiv, who has extensive experience in the field, will provide a practical (but slightly entertaining) guide to how you can start using these solutions. He’ll begin by demystifying the fundamentals of generative AI. Rajiv will then explore the most promisin(…)
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 Santa Ana, you can try out Americantowns.com, Willowickgolf.com, or Ticketliquidator.com.
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BUILD LA 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Disneyland Hotel
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the future at Build 2024 – Where Innovation and Creativity Collide!
Modelo Presenta: El Mexicano, Banda Arkangel R-15, Banda Toro y Banda
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet
Modelo Presenta: El Mexicano De Casimiro Castillo, Banda Arkangel R-15, Banda Toro y Banda Los Lagos
Build 2024
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Disneyland Hotel
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into the future at Build 2024 – where innovation and creativity collide!
Orange County Singles Mixer – Ages 25 to 40ish – Speed Dating Alternative
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: SOCIAL Costa Mesa
Come mingle with other singles in Orange County at our fun dating mixer – who knows, you might just meet your match!
Orange Coast’s Best of 2024 Party
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: South Coast Plaza
The BEST party of the Summer is here! Celebrate the best in Orange County at Orange Coast Magazine’s Best of 2024 Party!
SARE Ladies Women’s Summit – SARECon 2024!
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Costa Mesa
Join us at SARE Ladies Women’s Summit – SARECon 2024 for a day of empowerment, inspiration, and networking with amazing women!
WTS-OC Proudly Presents…Corporate Partner Appreciation Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Twenty Eight Restaurant and Bar
WTS Proudly Presents…Corporate Partner Cocktail Reception
SOCALBIO Networking Mixer in Orange County
◦ When: Thursday, Jul 25th
◦ Where: Brewery X
The longest-running bioscience mixer in the Greater Los Angeles/OC Metro Region
Free Youth Entrepreneur Summer Camp – Irvine Valley College
◦ When: Monday, Jul 22nd
◦ Where: Irvine Valley College
A unique entrepreneur experience where your kids learn how to start and run a real business! Come out on Friday for the “SharkTank”- event!
2024 PGF ALL AMERICAN GAMES
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Deanna Manning Stadium
2024 PGF High School All American Games. The Senior All American Game and Futures All American Game (Juniors vs. Sophomores)
Cruel Summer – A ‘Fridays at Poppi Seed’ Patio Pop Up
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Poppi Seed Market
Join us as we shop local and celebrate summer nights inspired by Taylor Swift on Friday, July 26!
Climate Justice Advocacy and Lobbying Teach-In Day
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: University of California, Irvine
Presented by Mockingbird Incubator in collaboration with Youth on Root, The Bill Anderson Fund, and UCI C.L.I.M.A.T.E. Justice Initiative!
Grow and Glow Summer Party
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: Balanced Skin Dermatology and Aesthetics
Our Summer party! Come network & build relationships with other awesome female entrepreneurs in Orange County.
2024 EasyGive Charity Pickleball Tournament
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: Tennis Newport Beach
Easy Street Capital x Families Forward 2024 Charity Pickleball Tournament
Opportunities in Pediatric Research, Med Device Development & Innovation
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: The Park Club
OC LIFe aims to connect industry with entrepreneurs and strengthen the life sciences community.
The Palms w. Marlon Funaki, Lucia Zambetti
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: The Wayfarer
The Palms w. Marlon Funaki, Lucia Zambetti at The Wayfarer
OCAPS Armenian Wine Tasting
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Irvine
Join us for a fun evening tasting delicious Armenian wines at OCAPs Armenian Wine Tasting event!
SABOR FRESA! CORRIDOS PROGRESIVOS VS CORRIDOS BÉLICOS
◦ When: Saturday, Jul 27th
◦ Where: Yost Theater
THE #1 CORRIDOS AND PERREO EVENT COMES TO THE YOST THEATER!
Warriors on a Mission 2024
◦ When: Friday, Jul 26th
◦ Where: 200 S Anaheim Blvd
Join us for “Warriors on a Mission 2024” and meet over 20 American Ninja Warriors from the TV Show & hear stories of overcoming obstacles!
Traffic Control/Flagging Refresher Certification
◦ When: Wednesday, Jul 24th
◦ Where: 23161 Lake Center Dr
Review requirements for safe planning, installation, and removal of temporary traffic controls for construction and maintenance work zones.