Let’s explore social events in Vancouver, bc 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 Vancouver where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Vancouver
New & Not So New in Vancouver
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Donnellan’s Irish Pub
**\*TIME CHANGE\***
**BC Hydro are cutting the power at Donnellan’s between 5pm and 6pm so we ask that you arrive from 6pm instead of the usual 5pm. Thank you!**
Call down to Donnellan’s Irish Pub anytime from 5pm on the last Wednesday of the month for our free networking event! All you have to bring is yourself. If you have any questions about Vancouver, finding jobs, making friends, discoverin(…)
Together Vancouver | February 24, 2025
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Telus Garden
**\*\*Please Note: You must purchase a ticket at the link below to gain entry to the event**
**Link:** **[https://www.techto.org/event/together-vancouver-feb-24-2025](https://www.techto.org/event/together-vancouver-feb-24-2025)**
Thank you to **Badal by Telus Business** for partnering with us on this event
### Join TechTO for in-depth conversations with tech leaders, innovators, and entrepreneu(…)
Living Streets Walk – Granville Island to Kitsilano
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Ron Basford Park
Living Streets isn’t just a walking group—it’s an opportunity to **meet new people, build community,** and **celebrate the shared spaces** that make our city special. By exploring urban nature areas in our local neighborhoods, Living Streets aims to make walks accessible for **all ages and abilities with a relaxed pace and flat, welcoming trails**. All routes allow access to benches and public was(…)
Vancouver Pub Night at Smith’s Irish Pub
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Smith’s Irish Pub
*As this is a free event and to avoid potential costs for a cover charge in the future, we kindly ask you to make a purchase of a non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverage of your choice as an appreciation to the venue for hosting us.*
Welcome to Vancouver Pub Nights. This event is all about having a fun night out on a Thursday evening. Have a drink and kick back, meet new people and make friends, talk(…)
NTLM: My Rational Hatred
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Cisco Systems
**NTLM: My Rational Hatred** with **Dan Reimer**
We will deep-dive into NTLM authentication – how it works, how it’s used, and how it’s abused. You will learn where NTLM exists and why new vulnerabilities are still being found to this day. Finally, we’ll look at the mitigations and alternatives to use to avoid NTLM.(…)
【Free for Students】Language Exchange(English and Japanese) 英語と日本語の言語交換
◦ When: Monday, Feb 24th
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
Exciting Language Exchange Event – Learn and Chat!
Join us for an engaging and fun language learning experience!
This is a fantastic opportunity for those fluent in their target language to enjoy and learn even more.
What we’ll offer:
* **A list of English vocabulary (provided at the perfect moment).**
* **A list of Japanese vocabulary (also provided at the right time).**
* **Topic Cards for e(…)
Monday Night Indoor Volleyball @Sir James Douglas
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: Sir James Douglas Elementary School
Location: Sir James Douglas Elementary
2150 Brigadoon Avenue Vancouver, BC
Time: 8:00pm-9:45pm
Cost: $6 per person (money will be collected at the end)
***E-transfer is preferred and can be sent to [email protected]
Monday Night Indoor Volleyball is BACK!
It’s more a social volleyball outing – not a league. So beginners will be welcome.
Please RSVP here if you are interested!
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Vancouver HR & Recruiting – Networking
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Waves Coffee House, Howe St. & Smithe, Big Meeting Room
## Details
🎉 Get ready for the Human Resources networking event️
Join us at **Waves Coffee House Howe** for our monthly networking event, it will be an evening packed with networking, learning, and fun.
[**IMPORTANT**] It\`s not a career fair, please do not register if you\`re not interested of HR field and looking for a job in non HR&Recruitment field
**Details**
📍 Venue: **Waves Coffee(…)
Express Entry Info Session
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 25th
◦ Where: undefined
The webinar will explore Express Entry in detail, which includes explaining the multiple streams, the new category-based draw, program requirements, the NOC TEER system, and time for discussing recent updates.
To register for this event, please fill out this form: [https://success.jotform.com/team/bcsis/RF](https://success.jotform.com/team/bcsis/RF)
Please fill out this form 24 hours before the e(…)
🚀✨ Vancouver Digital Networking Meetup – February 25! ✨🚀
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Blind Rabbit
**🚀✨**After an amazing start to 2025, we’re back with another **Vancouver Digital Networking Evening**! Join us for a night of **inspiring conversations, valuable connections, and great energy** as we bring together Vancouver’s top tech minds. Whether you’re an industry pro, a startup founder, or just passionate about tech, this is the perfect space to network and exchange ideas!**✨🚀**
🗓️ **Sa(…)
Let’s speak Japanese &English & Chinese 🇯🇵🇨🇳 / 日中英3言語の言語交換
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
日本語は英語の下をご覧ください！
中文在最下面
Wasabi is hosting a Japanese & English & Chinese language exchange event for **learners of Japanese, English and Chinese (Mandarin).**
・I have zero vocabulary and grammar…
・I don’t know any Japanese phrases…
・I don’t know Japanese characters…
Can I still go to this event ?
Absolutely !
This event will make a great introduction to your learning journey of Japanese becau(…)
Born in February? Joint birthday celebration. With FREE cake !
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
Making friends is easier with common grounds, and birthday is a perfect common ground to do it, so…those who were born in February and friends…let’s get together and celebrate our birthdays and make new friends !
**Birthday brings new friends….isn’t it the best birthday gift ?**
**It comes with FREE birthday cade !**
【Event Flow】
5:30pm-7:00pm：have a fun chat
【Location】
Flamingo Cafe
999(…)
Nature Walk with LoriAnn Bird (Snyder) – Indigenous Métis Herbalist and Educator
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Everett Crowley Park
LoriAnn Bird (Snyder) is a Metis author, herbalist and educator, with a deep knowledge of medicinal & edible plants that grow in the most common and everyday spaces. Witnessing and listening to our immediate surroundings, we experience the relationship with all that exists. The offerings from the Rooted Nations who give of their life, with sustenance, teachings, and guidance, gifting us and so man(…)
🇨🇦🇫🇷🇮🇹🇯🇵🇰🇷🇲🇽🇧🇷🇩🇪🇪🇺 All Langauge & Cultural Exchange
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Starbucks at the Food Court Metrotown Mall
Language & Cultural Exchange Group.
All Languages Welcome!!!
Wednesdays from 6:00pm
****Metrotown food court 2nd floor**** in Burnaby (Metrotown skystrain station)
Please do try to use your language of choice as much as possible.
Native speakers of any language are welcome
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Tables near food court nearby Crepe Delicious.
Please CHECK-IN the HOST Max when you arrive
DM on (…)
Groupe de Français (4ème Mardi)
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: ALCHEMY BAR + Kitchen
NO fees for 2025
!! \*\*MISE À JOUR\*\*: changement de location et l’heure ! \*\*5:30\*\*
Nouvelle lieu : \*\*Alchemy Bar & Kitchen, 1269 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC (Hamilton & Drake, Pas loin du Capo)\*\*
SVP achetez au moins une boisson pour qu’on puisse continuer à nous reunir dans ce resto.
NEW time & location: This is on Hamilton Str, just around the corner from Capo 5:30 – 7:30
In order to h(…)
Let’s speak English 1h + Japanese 1h (BASIC) 🇨🇦🇯🇵 / 日本語と英語の初心者向け言語交換
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
日本語は英語の下をご覧ください！
Thank you, and warm welcome to our language exchange event !
Wasabi is hosting a Japanese & English language exchange event for **beginners of Japanese as well as beginners of English.**
・I have zero vocabulary and grammar…
・I don’t know any Japanese phrases…
・I don’t know Japanese characters…
Can I still go to this event ?
Absolutely !
This event will make a great introduct(…)
Masterminds #10- Understanding Taxes on Crypto in Canada (Featuring Mr Taxes)
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Beta Collective Burnaby
Many who’ve participated in crypto in the past year have made significant gains, the big question is how can you enjoy your crypto gains without getting in trouble with the law.
To qualify for community Proof of Participation tokens, [be sure to RSVP here](https://lu.ma/1m9djdtu).
At this month’s mastermind, we will be discussing ways and findings fellow mastermind members have come across when (…)
Let’s speak English 1h + Japanese 1h 🇨🇦🇯🇵 / 日本語と英語の言語交換
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
日本語は英語の下をご覧ください！
Thank you, and warm welcome to our language exchange event !
Wasabi is hosting Japanese & English language exchange event, where a worksheet with new vocabulary, useful phrases and grammar is provided. In this way, you’ll surely pick up a wealth of knowledge about Japanese and its culture, enjoy a speedy language learning experience and making new friends !
What does this event(…)
Good Game – North Vancouver
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: 170 3rd St W
Good Game is a board gaming meetup in the heart of North Vancouver.
A collection of modern popular board games are available to choose from our collection or bring your own to share.
**Community:**
Good Game aims to foster an inclusive and fun vibe at our events and invites you to get involved.
Our regular attendees have helped spotlight social games from Wingspan to Space Base, Tumblin’ Dice (…)
Enhancing Security Posture with Microsoft Security Operations Ananlysis + OpenAI
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Room 555, BCIT Downtown Campus
*Misgun Teklehaimanot*
In today’s complex and dynamic threat landscape, cyberattacks are more sophisticated and frequent than ever, posing significant challenges for organizations of all sizes. This presentation is designed to showcase how Microsoft’s integrated security ecosystem empowers professionals, companies, and individuals to proactively detect, investigate, and respond to threats with unm(…)
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 Vancouver, you can try out Destinationvancouver.com, Vancouver.ca, or Straight.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver Women in Tech Regatta 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: 658 Homer St
✨JOIN US FEB. 26-28, 2025, FOR THE EIGHTH ANNUAL WOMEN IN TECH REGATTA IN VANCOUVER✨
10th Annual Access to Innovation
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Vancouver Convention Centre West
Empowering innovation, transforming health, shaping tomorrow
2025 BCFT Suppliers’ Night
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Delta Hotels by Marriott Burnaby Conference Centre
Suppliers & Networking, 2025.02
Поминальная Молитва *** Memorial Prayer ** Vancouver, BC
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Waterfront Theatre
«Поминальная молитва» – Веселая и грустная история людей, волей судьбы родившихся на одной земле но с разной верой. English Subtitles
East Van Mardi Gras: GD/BC (Grateful Dead Tribute) & Big Easy Funk Ensemble
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Rickshaw Theatre
Deadheads and funk fans alike, it’s time to get together for the East Van Mardi Gras!
Cheap and Cheerful // queer dance party
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: The Birdhouse
A cheap night?!? In THIS economy?!? Birdhouse’s got ya covered!
2025 BCFT Suppliers Night Registration
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Delta Hotels by Marriott Burnaby Conference Centre
Industry & Networking
RBC Dumpling Tasting Soirée – A Tasty Networking & Social Party!
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
Join 400+ guests for an unforgettable night of dumplings, drinks & networking – connect, mingle & indulge in a one-of-a-kind social party!
ARPICO Celebrates Women in STEM: Voices of Innovation
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Museum of Vancouver – History Room & Garden Patio
Five distinguished women panelists will engage in a dynamic discussion, sharing their journeys, successes, challenges, and inspirations.
UNBELIEVABLE ~ The Two-Room 90s Party ~ TICKETS
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 1st
◦ Where: Hotel At The Waldorf
If you love the 90s, this party has it all! 6 DJs / 2 Rooms / All 90s / Alternative/ Dance / Pop / Grunge / Britpop / Rock / Rave & More!
Community Grown: WeBC Celebrates 30 Years
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
Join WeBC as we celebrate 30 years of empowering women entrepreneurs throughout BC!
From Oysters to Orcas 2025
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market
Enjoy a delicious array of canapés made from the freshest local seafood, while learning about the Salish Sea!
Quiver Games Checkpoint 2025
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Northeastern University @ Downtown Vancouver
Join us once again for a wonderful night of speed game industry networking, light food and games with the Quiver Games Checkpoint
Mass Timber AfterParty
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 26th
◦ Where: Steamworks Brewpub
Presented by BC WoodWorks, Kalesnikoff and StructureCraft
Nooroongji Social: Black Futures Edition ft. Vancouver Art Gallery
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: After hours entrance to the Net Loft is through the EAST(Alimentaria) side door only.
Music wine & chill at Nooroongji. High key Friday night out for the bookish, low key community-building apéro for creatives.
Smuther, PISS, Luella, Blimp
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Green Auto Body
Smuther, PISS, Luella, Blimp live at Green Auto. Doors 7pm | Music 8pm | $15 Adv | $20 Door
Vancouver AI, Tech & Finance Networking Event
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 27th
◦ Where: Karma Lounge
Come join us at the Vancouver AI, Tech & Finance Networking Event to connect with like-minded professionals in the industry!
Carnevale – A Venetian Masquerade Evening
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
◦ Where: Italian Cultural Centre
Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of a Venetian masquerade evening. Carnevale – a night of mystery, fun, and flair!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Spirit Up & Speak Easy
◦ When: Friday, Feb 28th
Calling all brave souls to embark on a super fun experience at this electrifying Witching Hour (Happy Hour) and beyond.
Unearth your inner mystic, sip on potions, and revel in the supernatural delights awaiting… extraordinary! Just like you! 🍸
FREE Art Event at the VAG – ‘Thank God Its Friday’
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
There are currently 2 interesting exhibitions that we will check out together:
FIRELEI BAEZ, one of the most exciting painters of her generation,
who “draws on the disciplines of anthropology, geography, folklore, fantasy, science fiction and social history to unsettle categories of race, gender and nationality in her paintings, drawings and installations.” and
MULTIPLE REALITIES
Annual Rain Walk for A Cause.
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
Let’s have lunch together after the event.
Join others for InspireHealth’s 9th annual Rain Walk, an inclusive event that brings our communities together to raise funds to support programs and services that improve the health, well-being, and quality of life of people affected by cancer and their loved ones.
Walk with us at one of our 3km or 5km community walks in Vancouver, Victoria, or Kelowna—
Rally for Business Friends on Motorcycles.
◦ When: Friday, Jul 11th
Business Professionals meet other Business Professionals.
We love to exchange ideas, bring them to life through our own businesses, learn from each other, and create partnerships.
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