Let’s explore social events in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, Washington. 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 Seattle
Weekly Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Apr 15th
◦ Where: Aurora Borealis Event Center 16708 Aurora Avenue North Aurora Borealis
We wander about a few tables. We swap stories and whispers. Some prefer to simply listen. Others have tales to tell.
We keep it light and respectful. Everyone is welcome. Everyone has a voice, even in silence.
Come find peace in the discussions around disclosure.
We’re super lucky the restaurant is sponsoring us. Please support them by partaking in libations and snacks or more…
And thanks. W(…)
Python talk night at Boundary ML
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Boundary Office (Capitol Hill)
Join us for an exciting talk night at Boundary ML in Capitol Hill!
**Agenda:**
5:30-6pm: Doors open/networking
6-6:10pm: Opening remarks
6:10-6:35pm: Talk #1
6:35-6:50pm: Intermission
6:50-7:05pm: Lightning talk
7:05-7:30pm: Talk #2
7:30pm-8pm: Networking
After party to follow at TBD
**What we’ll do:**
This event will feature the following presentations:
Talk #1: Large Scale Classification wi(…)
New Tech Seattle Meetup
◦ When: Wednesday, Apr 16th
◦ Where: The Collective Seattle
\*\*\*\*\*[RSVP Now](https://lu.ma/racbodrf) \- Please head to our Luma event page to purchase a ticket for this meetup\. RSVPing on Meetup will not register you for the event\.\*\*\*\*\*
**Join us on Tuesday, April 15th for New Tech Seattle’s next meetup**
New Tech is the Northwest’s largest tech community with 60,000+ members. We’re the un-networking place where you’re a neighbor, not just a (…)
HIMSS Student Summit
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Microsoft Reactor Redmond
Discover Your Path: Our Student Summit features tools and connections to help with your transition from college to the professional world.
Student Summit programming includes:
– Professional Development Panel: Learn the best ways to help yourself stand out from the crowd from hiring managers and industry leaders.
– Professional Headshots: We have engaged Seattle’s premiere corporate headshot pho(…)
April Seattle Indies Social
◦ When: Wednesday, Apr 16th
◦ Where: Stoup Brewing – Capitol Hill
Catch up with old friends, make new ones, and find out what the community has been up to.
We have half of Stoup in Capitol Hill booked. It is a very large brewery with tall ceilings and large, open windows, which helps both with ventilation and noise reduction.
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🍕 Free pizza will be provided for everyone! (at around 7pm)
🍺 A free beer will be given to all of our Patreon supporters! You(…)
Clocktower at Red Hook (21+) – new players welcome
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Redhook Brewlab
Join us for Blood on the Clocktower!
New players welcome; if you haven’t played BOTC before, please let an organizer know when you arrive so we can make sure you are in a beginners game.
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This event will be at a brewery, so there will be alcohol present and we are playing in a 21+ area. We are being allowed to use the space for free, so buying drinks from the brewery and food from the kitche(…)
Conservation through Seattle Aquarium
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: undefined
“Inspiring Conservation of Our One World Ocean: A Look Inside the Seattle Aquarium’s Ocean Pavilion” with **Alyssa Lind**, MS; Marine Science Interpretive Diver, Seattle Aquarium
Join us for an engaging evening with Alyssa Lind, MS, Marine Science Interpretive Diver at the Seattle Aquarium. Alyssa will share insights on the Aquarium’s Ocean Pavilion, a state-of-the-art exhibit designed to foster a(…)
Following Up
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Ada’s Technical Books
How long is too long to follow up with someone you met? When is too soon? Let’s explore how to keep the momentum going after a positive interaction.
We’ll explore the analogy of having fun on a swing. A little push gets you swinging. With the right timing, additional little pushes get you swinging even higher. It’s the same in budding friendships. Following up at the right time can build or maint(…)
AI Agent Hackathon – April
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: undefined
**Make sure you register here: https://lu.ma/ln0ps5rv**
Come ready to learn how to build on LLMs and work with a team to build an AI Application! We’ll start with a *hands-on* tutorial, so come ready to code! Bring your laptop!
You will need to have:
* A recent version of Python (I use 3.12)
* A vague idea of what an LLM is
* An enjoyment of building things with code
You will get:
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Blood on the Clocktower [Social Deduction Game]
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◦ When: Wednesday, Apr 16th
◦ Where: Lincoln Square South – 2nd Floor Food Court
Join us for Blood on the Clocktower! This is a popular social deduction game full of lies, logic, and deception. Players will randomly be given a good or evil role, each with a unique ability. This game is similar to Werewolf or Mafia, except it’s even more expansive!
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We will have 3 simultaneous games running. The plan is as follows (pot(…)
Pro-social Party Board Games @ Stoup Brewing!!! (Capitol Hill)
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Stoup Brewing
Join us for drinks and party board games at Stoup Brewing in Cap Hill!
In order to avoid issues that I’ve seen in other board game meetup groups, I’d like to manage expectations :
* Please stick to short games with simple rules. That way, you aren’t stuck playing with the same group of people for hours.
* Please maintain a fun and non-competitive pro-social attitude. Remember that the point of a(…)
FGS: Rising to the Occasion – Stories of doing what you didn’t think you could
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Swedish Cultural Center
April’s theme is “Rising to the Occasion – Stories of doing what you didn’t think you could.” Did you leave your hometown and move to the city of your dreams? Did you end up in the job you dreamed of as a kid? Did you stop a robbery? Swim the English Channel? Maybe you asked out someone you know you didn’t have a chance with. That counts!
Come out on the 17th and tell a story about surprising you(…)
Clean Language
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: 520 Pike St
**\*\*\* Special Event \*\*\***
**”Caitlin is a unique and special person and force in the agile space”** \- Kert Peterson\, Calgary\, AB\, Canada
In this session, Dr. Caitlin Walker shares Clean Language Questions, a method of inquiry for making sense of our diverse patterns at work. Through coding in-the-moment and a handful of Clean Questions we can uncover our invisible architecture and shar(…)
Golden Gardens staircase, marine walk, and lunch
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Kite Cafe
**Note on change of meeting location. For those who drive: Meet outside The Kite Cafe in Golden Gardens Park at 10.50am. Those who arrive by bus (like me): You are welcome to meet at the Caffe Fiore at 10.30 am to walk down the steps to the beach.**
From there, we’ll make a loop around the marina and fishing pier and climb up the steps while enjoy the PNW greenery on the trails.
We then return to(…)
Programming Night at the Capitol Hill Branch Library (all skill levels welcome)
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Capitol Hill Branch – The Seattle Public Library
Join us for Programming Night at the Capitol Hill Branch Library!
**Building Access:**
Location: We will be in the library’s meeting room which is located upstairs, to the right of the main entrance and above where the front desk is located.
Parking: There is free parking available to visitors in the library’s parking garage (located on Harvard Ave just south of the library).
**What we’ll do:**
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Board Games with Outdoorsy People
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Basecamp Cafe and Bar
For all the (Board)Game lovers out there!
Kill your Netflix and spend some time with people IRL. We’ll be playing all kinds of games…board games, card games, name games…
Don’t be shy. Come and down and you might not only meet some fun new people, but the makings of a fun weekend activity or future adventure could be on the menu.
Please rsvp and make sure you turn up. Solitaire isn’t as fun (…)
IT Social Seattle | Data, Technology, Cybersecurity, IT
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Pike Pub
Drink specials.
**What:** Friends, Music, Drinks, Games, Prizes!
**When:** 5:30pm every Friday
**Where:** Pike Pub. Inside.
**Cost Online:** Just a 4 USD online donation to participate. If you don’t buy online, entry costs 8 USD at door.
**JOIN on the website for FREE entry** offers: [https://itsocial.com.au/](https://itsocial.com.au/)
**Join the WhatsApp group** on the website above to meet peop(…)
Code Katas with Seattle JS Hackers
◦ When: Wednesday, Apr 16th
◦ Where: AWS Skills Center Seattle
Welcome to Code Katas with Seattle JS Hackers
This event will be held in-person, participants will also need to join our Discord to post solutions and get links to Katas.
Doors open at 5:30pm and event commences at 6pm.
This event is hybrid event see the “*Code Katas [Virtual ]with Seattle JS Hackers*” event page for Zoom link.
What are Code Katas?
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Code Katas are a fun way to do coding exe(…)
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 Seattle, you can try out Vibemap.com, Visitseattle.org, or Viator.com.
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KUOW Presents: The Splendid Table Live in Seattle
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Town Hall Seattle
Join KUOW April 17 at Town Hall Seattle for a very special live taping of The Splendid Table with host Francis Lam.
TAF Varsity Luncheon 2025: Courage to Act
◦ When: Wednesday, Apr 16th
◦ Where: Amazon Meeting Center (SEA45)
Join us on April 16, 2025
BunnyCon Easter Bar Hop 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Downtown Seattle
Spread springtime cheer with hundreds of us as we bar hop around Downtown Seattle! It’s SantaCon for Easter! Live music, drink deals, & more
6th Annual SSA National (Entire) Conference
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Meydenbauer Center/ Kane Hall
We are excited to present the 6th annual SSA Nation Conference, which will bring together Somali students across the nation.
Wolfgang Gartner
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Substation
Wolfgang Gartner returns to Seattle for a debut at Substation.
TAAL – Bollywood After Dark
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Substation Seattle
Get ready for a night of non-stop Bollywood fun at TAAL – Bollywood After Dark!
Seattle/ Мюзикл «Ти [Романтика]» у кіно
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◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Landmark’s Crest Cinema Center
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Hotties and Bodies – Thurs.April 17th – 8 PM at Laughs Comedy Club Seattle
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Laughs Comedy Club
Join us for comedy April 17th at 8 PM doors at 7 PM, 18+ yrs of age & older. 2 item minimum menu purchase, full bar and dinner service
کنسرت نمایش آرش کمانگیر Arash, the Archer – Musical
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Pardis Center
بر پایه شاهکار سیاوش کسرایی Based on the Masterpiece by Siavash Kasrai
Tantra Speed Date® – Seattle! (Kirkland) Meet Singles Speed Dating
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Bala Yoga Kirkland
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
CHICKEN P OFFICIAL “4EVERLIT” TOUR: SEATTLE LIVE CONCERT
◦ When: Friday, Apr 18th
◦ Where: Supernova Seattle
Join us for a turnt night @ SUPERNOVA SEATTLE with Milwaukees littest rapper “Chicken P” for a live concert on his official “4EVERLIT” tour!
Sync Seattle Vibes After 5: April Mixer
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: 5016 Rainier Ave S
Join us for Vibes After Five every 3rd Thursday, where no one leaves a stranger. Our events foster approachable networking. Come Sync!
Vacant Estate: Too Good To Be True (Day Party)
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Baila Bar
Laidback Allure is back with its Vacant Estate, Too Good To Be True: Day Party edition. With Easter Sunday being the next day…why not?
Sex Trivia @ Reuben’s Brews – Ballard
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 17th
◦ Where: Reuben’s Brews – Barrel House
ROUND 2 of April Sex Trivia! Bring your friends, grab a drink, and quiz yourself on sex!
Mar – G & Vibra Latina Entertainment Presents: J Valentino & Eric Ochoa
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Paradise On Broadway
A great night of stand- up comedy with J Valentino, Eric Ochoa aka Supereeego and hosted by Orlandoonair.
Punjabi Bollywood & Bhangra Dance Party • DJ Prashant
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Mirra | Social Entertainment Venue – Lincoln South Tower (3rd Floor)
DJ Prashant spinning the best of Punjabi Pop, Punjabi Hip-Hop, Bhangra, & Punjabi inspired Bollywood music all night long!
Samba da Renata – Especial Edition Brazilian Carnaval
◦ When: Saturday, Apr 19th
◦ Where: Old Stove Brewing Co – Gardens
Vem curtir o Samba da Renata – Edição Especial de Carnaval Brasileiro, uma festa cheia de ritmo, cor e alegria!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Easter Brunch
◦ When: Sunday, Apr 20th
Come enjoy home-style Italian food in downtown Edmonds, paired with conversation with friends new and old.
InterNations Seattle Official April Event – Spring Is in the Air
◦ When: Thursday, Apr 24th
◦ Where: Tom’s Watch Bar
Join us at Seattle’s newest sports bar near Climate Pledge Arena.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet fellow expats and global minds, greet the new members in our community and have a fun evening!