Let’s explore social events in Toronto, on 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 Toronto where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Toronto
Discover the Art of Bread-Making, 5-weekend course held AT HIGH PARK
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 360 Cooking Studio
Join the 360 Cooking Team for an immersive journey of bread-making.
*Learn everything about bread and make great social connections.*
*Every week, learn a different type of bread.*
**This is baking class for adults:** Over multiple weekends, our dough loving
chefs will guide you through the foundational techniques
of creating classic breads from scratch, and above all,
you will get to connect wi(…)
Modern AppSec Requires a Modern Approach
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
**Format**:
Hybrid (in-person and online)
**In-person location**:
123 Edward St, Suite 205 (2nd Floor), Toronto, ON, Toronto, ON M5G 1E2
**Talk**:
**Modern AppSec Requires a Modern Approach**
As organizations increasingly adopt microservices and serverless architectures, understanding and securing their environments becomes more complex. AppSec teams navigating distributed environments often ar(…)
Bonfire and chill (Christie Pitts park)
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Christie Pits Park
🔥 Fireside Hangout at Christie Pits Park 🔥
Grab your coziest sweater and join us for an evening around the bonfire at Christie Pits Park, right next to Christie Subway Station. I’ve got the fire pit reserved, firewood ready to crackle, and all we need now is you!
💵 Cost: $10 per person (covers firewood , firepit reservation and insurance)
After signing up, you will be moved to the waitlist, (…)
Make friends & BlaBla Language Exchange Toronto
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Trinity Common
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat BEFORE joining the group (MANDATORY) ⚠️⚠️⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful experience:**
\- 🍺🥤 You are asked to order a dr(…)
Gen AI Meetup with Cohere & Elastic
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Cohere
**Hey Toronto Community!**
We’re thrilled to invite you to an exciting joint meetup hosted by **Elastic** and **Cohere**!
Join us at the Cohere office in Toronto for an evening filled with great conversations, drinks, and food, surrounded by like-minded AI engineers, ML enthusiasts, and tech professionals.
This is a unique opportunity to connect with the technical teams from both Elastic and Cohe(…)
English For Everyday – Thursday, North York Subway Station, Toronto
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Food Court, at the tables near the Subway restaurant
Come join the conversation.
* When: Thrusday, 6:00 pm to 8:00pm
* Subway: North York Station, North York, Ontario.
* Where: Meet at the food court, near the Subway restaurant.
* Address: 5140 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 6L8
* **Fee: $2 by etransfer to: [email protected]**
* After: TBD
We meet at the food court for in person conversation. A native English speaking ESL teacher will be atte(…)
Hands-on Agile Practices Workshop with Jeff Kosciejew
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: 180 Simcoe St 3rd floor
Join us at AgileTO’s first event of the new year on January 22nd at 6:00pm! We’re featuring a participatory simulation to explore and experience the concepts and mechanics of working in a more agile way. During this fun & educational workshop, we’ll get to see the impact we can have on key outcomes we’re able to achieve by making smart decisions and finding ways to work more effectively in deliver(…)
getting lost in an underground shopping complex to get a cup of coffee
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Union Station
Beneath Toronto’s slushy pavement lies the [PATH](https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/visitor-toronto/path-torontos-downtown-pedestrian-walkway/), an underground labyrinth of retail stores spanning from the Waterfront to Yonge and Dundas (and beyond). Coming down this maze means it is possible to get coffee anywhere in the downtown core without ever going outside to brave the elements if you don'(…)
Happy 2025 SSC Social 😎 @ The Flat Iron – Firkin (St. Lawrence Market)
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: The Flat Iron Building – Firkin Pub (Take stairs to access pub lower level)
Isn’t meeting new and/or familiar faces one of your resolutions? 😉
Let’s have a Happy New Year’s Month with a casual night **NOW at Flat Iron’s Firkin Pub for more space and our own semi-private area!**
Down at their retro and rustic St. Lawrence Market location we’ll enjoy some food, drinks and ice breakers to start the evening. Join us to mingle, relax and easssse into 2025 🥳🥳🥳!
**PLEASE (…)
Weekly ESL Cafe Meetup
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: St. Paul’s Bloor Street
Join us for ESL Cafe every Monday Night at St Paul’s Bloor Street.
We have groups for all levels of English: Basic English, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.
At ESL Cafe, you can practice English conversation, drink coffee (or tea) and have lots of fun meeting other interesting people!!(…)
Bitcoin Bay Meetup
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Casa Mezcal
Join the Bitcoin Bay meetup to explore the latest trends, entrepreneurs and startups in the blockchain industry. Our meetups offer a unique opportunity to network with like-minded individuals in the blockchain ecosystem, while also featuring informative speaker sessions on hot topics in the industry. Whether you are an investor, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of blockchain techno(…)
AI and Explosive Economic Growth
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: 30 Adelaide East, Industrious Office 12th Floor Common Area
**Today’s Topic**
This week, we have Epoch AI researcher Anson Ho presenting on the possibility of explosive economic growth due to the development of highly advanced AI. We’ll be discussing the strongest arguments and objections to the thesis (e.g. political bottlenecks and resource constraints), the largest sources of uncertainty, as well as the current state of the debate among AI and economics(…)
Tech & Entrepreneurship Social Mixer ($20 fee)
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Offworld Bar
**KEY INFO**
*Date: January 23, 2024*
*Time: 6 – 9 PM EST*
*Location: Offworld Bar, 739 Queen St. W*
*Fee: **$20 CAD***
*Website:* **[www.techinto.ca](https://www.techinto.ca/)**
*Instagram*: **[techinto.event](https://www.instagram.com/techinto.event/)**
**Tickets Available at: [https://shop.techinto.ca/products/jan-23-networking-event](https://shop.techinto.ca/products/jan-23-networking-event)*(…)
TRIVIA NIGHT @ AXIS CAFE!! (Dundas Street West) $5 meetup fee – Even More Prizes
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Axis Cafe
***TRIVIA NIGHT AT AXIS.***
***$5 meetup fee + $5 minimum purchase from the Axis Cafe.***
***TRIVIA QUESTIONS BEGIN AT APPROX 7:15 PM.***
***The Axis Cafe, located N of High Park, on Dundas St. West. There’s lots of room and we will have most of the restaurant to ourselves.***
***As always, we’ll be able to set up multiple teams of 4-5 max per table. If possible, try to sit with other group mem(…)
TorontoBabel Language & Cultural Exchange Night – MADISON PUB
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Madison Avenue Pub
The location for this language exchange event is MADISON PUB (behind Spadina Station).
\*\*\*MAKE AT LEAST ONE PURCHASE AT THE BAR. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT WHILE WE’RE GRATEFUL FOR THE COMPLIMENTARY SPACE, IT’S IMPORTANT THAT WE SUPPORT THE VENUE BY MAKING PURCHASES RATHER THAN SOLELY RELYING ON COMPLIMENTARY WATER. LET’S KEEP THE GOOD VIBES GOING AND SHOW OUR GRATITUDE TO OUR HOSTS. IT ENSURES WE C(…)
A winter walk to three whisky bars in Toronto
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Union Station
Join us for a winter walk to two whisky bars in Toronto. We will meet in [upper level of Union Station just by the Bay Concourse behind the sliding double door that lead to Front St.](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jaVvt6ErK3xh6PFT7) Then we will visit the following whisky bars by walking to them through the winter streets
1. [Library Bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RsGzcWA8RnyVhGtu6)
2. [Reid’s Distillery(…)
Drink & Draw Toronto #66:
Year of the Snake 🐍
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: Bampot House of Tea & Board Games
Theme – **Year of the Snake 2025** 🐍
Chinese New Year is around the corner with 2025 being the year of the Snake 🐍 Draw what that means for you as we embark on a new year 🎊
(Thanks to Nav for the idea! PS if you have ideas for future themes, please let us know 🤗)
If you missed contributing to the 2024 Drink and Draw canvas, don’t worry we will be passing it around again! 🎨
🐍 🐍 🐍 🐍 🐍 (…)
Say Hello, Di Hola Language Exchange [GATHERINGS RESTO BAR]
![Say Hello, Di Hola Language Exchange [GATHERINGS RESTO BAR]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/5/5/6/600_523910518.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Gatherings Resto Bar
Please, use the Meetup app to contact the organizers if you need to locate us at the bar, or ask the servers.
• What we’ll do:
Let’s grab a beer and practice #Spanish and #English.
Open questions, culture, life or any other topic!
• What to bring:
Smiles & good vibes
Important to know some Spanish/English beforehand
• This event is totally free but we accept donations to cover costs. It will he(…)
Winter hike at Earl Bales park
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Earl Bales Community Center
Lets go for a hike/walk at the trails of Earl Bales park. Distance of approx 6 to 9km depending on weather and trail conditions.
**Difficulty** \- mostly easy but some incline and declines\.
**Meeting Spot**
Earl Bales Community Center
[https://goo.gl/maps/bN29TZPwFtUQCKE8A](https://goo.gl/maps/bN29TZPwFtUQCKE8A)
We will wait 15 mins for people to show up and then start walking.
**FREE PARKING*(…)
Creative Code Toronto meetup at InterAccess
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: 950 Dupont St unit 1
Join us for a Toronto meetup of creative coders! This will be a venue to get to know each other and see what’s going on in the community. We’ll have a space downtown and some food available.
We’re partnering with [InterAccess](https://interaccess.org), a gallery, educational facility, production studio, festival, and registered charity dedicated to new media and emerging practices in art and tech(…)
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 Toronto, you can try out Toronto.com, Tolive.com, or Destinationtoronto.com.
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Algorithm Conference GTA
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: 272 Attwell Dr
The convergence of innovation and inspiration, where men are taught to Soar in Business, Career and Creativity.
Strangelove – The Depeche Mode Experience
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: El Mocambo
Strangelove returns to the El Mo for the 3rd time. Enjoy all the DM classics. Special Guest Julian Shah-Tayler Aka The Singularity Music
Landscape Mastermind Session – Toronto, ON
◦ When: Monday, Jan 20th
◦ Where: The Westin Toronto Airport
The Leadership Mastery Intensive is designed for ambitious landscape leaders who are ready take their business to the next level.
Art Battle Toronto – January 22, 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: The Great Hall
Welcome 2025 with the greatest energy you can find at AB Toronto!
Anne Chow on ‘Lead Bigger: The Transformative Power of Inclusion’
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Rotman School of Management
Former CEO of AT&T Business, Anne Chow, discusses her book ‘Lead Bigger: The Transformative Power of Inclusion’ with Rotman’s Nouman Ashraf
Emerging Leaders Conference – January 2025
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: 333 Bay St.
A professional development opportunity for early-to-mid career public servants interested in enhancing their skills & growing their network!
PIAZZOLLA & PALEJ Sinfonia Toronto Concert
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts
Two exciting soloists join Sinfonia Toronto – a virtuoso violinist, and one of the world’s finest accordionists makes his Canadian debut
CUBEC Toronto 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Medical Sciences Building, University of Toronto
The Canadian Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Conference (CUBEC) is Canada’s premier event dedicated to undergraduates interested in BME
RENAISSANCE-ALL 90s w/Jester, Mista Jiggz, Agile, & MistahVince
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Revival Event Venue
After a blockbuster 2024, we’re kicking off 2025 with another ALL-STAR DJ line-up back at REVIVAL!
R&B Nights at Bar Serene
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Bar Serene (formerly Come See Me)
R&B Nights inside Bar Serene – Saturday, January 25 – LADIES FREE BEFORE 11 PM ON GUEST LIST – 90s AND 2000s R&B
Toronto Entrepreneur Networking Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
◦ Where: Mademoiselle Raw Bar + Grill
SUM OF FIVE | Meet Professionals In Entrepreneurship | Wednesday, Jan 22nd from 7:00pm-9:00pm
RCFA – Women in Investment Banking
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: University of Toronto Students’ Union
Join us for RCFA’s Women in Investment Banking event to empower and connect women in the finance industry!
PharmD Banquet
◦ When: Friday, Jan 24th
◦ Where: Polish Combatants’ Hall (SPK)
Start the winter semester off strong with our PharmD banquet! Includes a 3-course dinner, free drinks, speeches, networking, a DJ & more!
Pub Trivia – Hosted by Alex Harrouch
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Hemingway’s Restaurant
Join us for our PUB TRIVIA! Top 3 teams win a Hem’s gift card. New questions EVERY evening!
The Vaniers LIVE at Rivoli with Madfolk & Yellow Magnolia
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Rivoli Toronto, Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada
Live at Rivoli with Madfolk & Yellow Magnolia
Class Favourite Issue 03 Launch Party
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: CAFETERIA
EVENT GOES PAST MIDNIGHT! Performances by Mad Iris Superstarcrush and Textures Vancouver.
Other People’s Treasure BINGO
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: The Drake Hotel
Play BINGO to win prizes other people don’t want anymore, but will be your newest treasure.
10 Years A Village
◦ When: Saturday, Jan 25th
◦ Where: Grand Luxe Event Boutique
Join us to celebrate 10 years of Black Moms Connection.
AACE Toronto and CIQS 2025 Joint Event and Industry Panel Discussion
◦ When: Thursday, Jan 23rd
◦ Where: Centre for Social Innovation – Annex
Joint Industry event hosted by AACE Toronto Section and Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveys (CIQS)
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
InterNations Toronto Newcomers Gathering at Qahwah Café & Lounge
◦ When: Tuesday, Jan 21st
◦ Where: Qahwah Cafe & Lounge
As we welcome the New Year, let’s come together and celebrate!
Join us for an evening of connection and camaraderie at Qahwah Café & Lounge.
“Qahwah” means coffee, and what better way to start the year than over a warm cup and delightful food & sweets? Let’s introduce ourselves, share our experiences as newcomers to Canada, and enjoy the cozy ambiance and special treats Qahwah has to offer.
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Free Afro Caribbean Jazz Concert
◦ When: Wednesday, Jan 22nd
*** PLEASE BE AWARE: this is a free non ticketed concert, first come first served until capacity reached. I would recommend being there no later than 4:45pm & line up to secure a seat. Doors open at 5:00pm & we will meet inside in the Lobby (I’m the lady with the purple hair)
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Internations Toronto January Networking Event
◦ When: Friday, Jan 31st
◦ Where: Pickle Barrel
🌟 The Event You Don’t Want to Miss This January! 🌟
🎉 Kickstart 2025 with ENERGY, CONNECTIONS, and INSPIRATION! 🎉
It’s time to shake off the winter blues, fuel your ambitions, and surround yourself with incredible people ready to thrive! 🚀💼
📌 Ticket Details:
– Click on this link 🔎 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/internations-toronto-january-networking-event-tickets-1147535171589?aff=oddtdtcr