Let’s explore social events in Tacoma, 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.
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 Tacoma where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Tacoma
It’s game day! Edge of Darkness
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Silver King Games & Hobby
For this game day let’s do some drafting and crafting with Edge of Darkness. This will be a first playthrough. **Since this is a limited seating event firm RSVPs are required.**
More information and how to play videos are listed below
https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/229491/edge-of-darkness
(gameplay begins at 5.17)
[https://youtu.be/Bb-S8zSXLws]((…)
Game Night!
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Water From Wine Tacoma
Come in and enjoy game night at our tasting room during Happy Hour! We have card games, jumbo games, old classics or bring your own!
All ages welcome, non-alcoholoc options available.(…)
Friday Night Boardgames at Silver King Games
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Silver King Games & Hobby
Friday Night Boardgame Geek Night.
Silver King is on 56th and So Tacoma Way. They are gamer friendly and have lots of parking in back. Lots of places nearby to eat including Patty’s Burger. Friday hours are 11am till 9pm. If people want to get their earlier comment below, I’ll usually get their about 5.
Entry to the store is entirely from the alley now. Gaming area is all upstairs. The store does(…)
Shut Up & Write
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Knapp’s Restaurant: Lounge
MEETUP PAGE/GROUP will be deleted in one months time. I simply don’t want to pay $30 a month to maintain this subscription. Sorry!
We will STILL BE HOLDING OUR EVENTS AND ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!
Join us once a week at Knapps on Proctor for a 15 minute prompted warm up followed by a 1 hour focused writing session. All writers welcome!
We also have a beta/critique writer option online for those (…)
Come and be ready to learn the foreclosure process and network.
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: 2212 Mildred St W
Learn how to buy foreclosures with confidence! Come to our free workshop . We have helped people buy over 10,000 properties in the last 12 years at auctions. Now is the time to take advantage of this once in a lifetime market! With VESTUS show you how to buy foreclosures at the court house steps. We have cash available at the auction to help buy these for as little as 10% down, no credit check! Ou(…)
Healing Through Community
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: undefined
Join us at the Tacoma Narcissism Survivor Meetup Group where we come together to support each other in our journey of healing and recovery. Whether you have personally experienced narcissistic abuse or are supporting a loved one through their own healing process, this group provides a safe space to share, learn, and grow.
Through open discussions we aim to empower each other to recognize our self(…)
Tacoma Runners Thursday Night Run
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: TBD
Please join us for a 3 mile run followed by good drinks with good people! Location is TBD and will be updated in the days leading up to the run.
All ages, paces, abilities are welcome for the run. If this is your first time, please fill out the registration before heading out (you only need to do it once): [http://www.tacoma-runners.com/register](http://www.tacoma-runners.com/register?fbclid=IwZX(…)
Tacoma City Council Mtg
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: 747 Market St
Please attend Tacoma City Council Meetings
When: Tuesdays at 5 pm –
Check for Agenda http://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_council/CCMeetings/
Where: Tacoma Municipal Building 747 Market St in City Council Chambers.(…)
Trivia Night at PUGET SOUND PIZZA!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Puget Sound Pizza
Put on your thinking (and drinking) caps for a thrilling night of trivia at Puget Sound Pizza in downtown Tacoma! Show off some of your knowledge over a pint or two–whether you’re a history buff, a science geek, a cunning linguist, or an all-around pop-culture junkie.
PSP trivia actually runs for 3 hours from 6:00 to 9:00 (1 round per hour), but we’ll only be meeting for the first 2 rounds. Anyo(…)
Silent Community Read
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Water From Wine Tacoma
Join us for a community silent reading time Thursdays 4-6pm. There will be quiet classical music to study by in the background. Enjoy a glass of wine and some small bites as you catch up on your current read.(…)
Happy Hour at Water from Wine Tacoma
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Water From Wine Tacoma
Happy Hour every Monday & Wednesday from 5pm – 7pm at our Tacoma tasting room!
We’ll have rotating Happy Hour specials. Stop in to see what we’re offering!(…)
Morning Walk/Hike Point Defiance Outer Loop
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Rhododendron Garden
Meet at the Rhododendron Garden, near the sign. A nice moderate paced walk/Hike on the outer loop, approximately 4.3 miles (Dark blue line on map). This is a dirt trail which can get muddy when raining, so wear appropriate footwear. Dogs welcome. Do not leave valuables in your car.(…)
Proctor Walk
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: North 26th Street & North Junett Street
Hi guys,
For this walk, we start at 26th and Junett and walk a grid until we get to the center of Proctor, and then we take a straight shot back to our cars. If anyone is interested, you can grab a coffee when we hit the center of Proctor, and drink it on the way back down 26th. That does not usually happen, but it’s always an option. Hope to see you on this walk some time. :-)(…)
Christmas Dinner–THAT and FFFF (University Place)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 25th
◦ Where: Tyler Center
This event is cross-posted between THAT and FFFF.
Enter through the side door off the parking lot. If you can’t find us, contact me a 253-376-0340.
If you don’t have other Christmas plans, join us for a friendly dinner.
I will bring a ham, you bring the rest. If you have a holiday favorite or something that is special to you, it would be wonderful for you to share it with the rest of us.
We wi(…)
Proctor Walk 26th and Junett
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: North 24th Street & North Junett Street
This is a neighborhood grid walk. Maybe about 3 1/2 miles. Meet at 26th and Junett.(…)
Weekly Wednesday Open Board Gaming
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: Bigfoot Pizza
Join us for an epic Game Night Extravaganza hosted by Wednesday Tabletop Board Games group! Dive into the world of tabletop board games, strategy games, card games, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a newbie, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Meet fellow enthusiasts, challenge your friends to intense board game battles, or embark on thrilling role-playing adventures together.
Th(…)
Defiant Gold Fish Tavern to Point Ruston
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Goldfish Tavern
This is our Dune Penisula walk, but we will start from the closed Gold Fish Tavern. We will walk into Point Defiance Park and cross the Wilson Bridge. From there, we will walk to Point Ruston and back. 2.75 miles and 215 feet of elevation gain and loss.(…)
Supreme Bodhi Meditation
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Supreme Bodhi Zendo
Meditation for Supreme Bodhi is very specific to a skillfully quiet mind; Supreme Bodhi is the imperturbable mind. It is not mindfulness, although it is similar.
The skill of imperturbable mind is the ability to have or abandon any emotion or feelings that YOU choose. You will be learning this skill.
You WILL be watching your thoughts, NOT your breath, so it will be important that you practice a(…)
Let’s Meet and Walk at Point Defiance Park
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: undefined
We meet at 9:00 and start our walk by 9:07 or whenever all RSVPs have arrived.
DIRECTIONS
Take N. 30th St. up to Pearl. Turn north on Pearl, and the road will lead you straight into the park. We will enter Point Defiance Park at the Pearl St. entrance. Please park in that main parking lot across from the pond. If you drive to the tennis courts, you have gone too far. Once everyone has arrived, we(…)
Meditation Insights with Analiesa Adams
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: Crystal Spirit Spiritual Center LLC
Along with a bit of learning insights, in these guided meditations you will be given opportunities to bring to the surface untapped wisdom from your higher-self and the Universe for a clearer understanding of life.
Suggested Donation – $10 at the Door(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Tacoma 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 Tacoma on Traveltacoma.com, Allevents.in, or Cityoftacoma.org.
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Comedy, Chicken & Waffles – Sleighed Edition
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: Buddy’s Chicken & Waffles
Get ready to indulge in some delicious chicken and waffles while laughing your socks off at our Comedy, Chicken & Waffles – Sleighed Edition
The Trap Lab Studio Presents “Line Dance for the Soul-Holiday Hustle
◦ When: Friday, Dec 27th
◦ Where: The Trap Lab Studio
The Trap Lab Studio & @royalwoman66 are coming together to do it for the culture!
Join us for a fun Soul Line Dance Class.
Poetry After Dark
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Tacoma Arts Community Center
An open mic experience highlighting local poets, songwriters and spoken word artists!
The Holiday Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Party House, 772 South 38th Street, Tacoma, WA, USA
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with good music, delicious food, and great company at The Holiday Party!
Crystal Sound Bath & Meditation
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: Moore Than Rocks
Experience deep relaxation and inner peace through a soothing crystal sound bath and meditation session!
South Sound Family Semi-Formal
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: The Pod Works
End the year on a high note and dance the night away, in the name of building up community and a good cause!
Re-Imagine & Re-Style- An Upcycling Event.
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: 901 S 11th St
Unleash your creativity and give your wardrobe a fresh twist!
Legacy Bingo & Beyond
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: 1120 Pacific Ave
A Monthly Legacy Event Series Featuring Bingo, Karaoke, and More. Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Building the Future.
Tacoma Business: The Science Of Sales & Marketing – For Beginners!
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Tacoma
OnLine, OnDemand, EverGreen & No Waiting! Start learning as soon as you register! Take it whenever you want! As many times as you want!!!
Tacoma Professionals: Start Your Own Business? Or Remain a Corporate Citizen?
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Tacoma
OnLine, OnDemand, EverGreen & No Waiting! Start learning as soon as you register! Take it whenever you want! As many times as you want!!!
Tacoma Business: Top 7 Deadly Mistakes That will DESTROY Your New Business
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Tacoma
OnLine, OnDemand, EverGreen & No Waiting! Start learning as soon as you register! Take it whenever you want! As many times as you want!!!
Healing Breathwork | Accelerate emotional and physical healing • Federal Way
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Soul Dimension
Release emotional blocks, physical tension, and accelerate physical and emotional healing in our online Healing Breathwork Session.
Healing Breathwork | Accelerate emotional and physical healing • Tacoma
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Soul Dimension
Release emotional blocks, physical tension, and accelerate physical and emotional healing in our online Healing Breathwork Session.
Groovy Gig Harbor Amazing Race & Tour
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: Cutters Point Coffee
Solve clues, tackle wacky tasks, and explore your city’s uncovered gems to create a fun, unique experience for your team bonding event.
Amazing Scavenger Hunt! – Digging Tacoma Treasures
◦ When: Monday, Dec 23rd
◦ Where: 3016A N Carr St
More information and scavenger hunts by Let’s Roam: https://www.letsroam.com/scavenger_hunt/downtown-tacoma-washington-scavenger-hunt
Ayurveda for Self Healing – Level 1 Training – Lakewood, WA (Online)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
◦ Where: Lakewood, WA
Learn the basics of Ayurveda, diagnose yourself, and understand your unique features to make lifestyle changes to take care of yourself.
Self-Care City Scavenger Hunt: Based on Hot Habits Series -Federal Way Area
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
Self-Care City Scavenger Hunt – Based on Hot Habits Book Series. A fun hunt in your city to help you explore the sites and build wellness!
Self-Care City Scavenger Hunt: Based on Hot Habits Series -Puyallup Area
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 26th
◦ Where: 13516 Meridian E
Self-Care City Scavenger Hunt – Based on Hot Habits Book Series. A fun hunt in your city to help you explore the sites and build wellness!
Real Estate Class TRIVIA
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 24th
◦ Where: Lakewood
National Real Estate Exam Prep!