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
Entrepreneurs Happy Hour: Holiday Edition!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Jack Poole Plaza
📅 *Date*: Friday, December 20, 2024
⏰ *Time*: Meet at 7:00 PM at the entrance; we’ll head in at 7:30 PM
📍 *Location*: Vancouver Christmas Market, Jack Pool Plaza
**Estimated attendance** of 50-70 people
**Check out the video to see how it’s going!** – [www.vimeo.com](https://vimeo.com/1028611196)
The next Drink and Network will be extra special—it’s Christmas time and our last event of the yea(…)
Vancouver Pub Night at Good Co.
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Good Co. Granville
*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(…)
Unofficial New & Not So New in Vancouver
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Donnellan’s Irish Pub
**DATE CHANGE! (We’ve had to change the date due to a private party on the 18th. We hope you can still make it the day before from 5pm. There will be Karaoke from 8pm!)**
Join us on December 17th for our unofficial New & Not So New!
We won’t have our usual Team Leaders or speed networking portion of the evening but you can call down and meet new people. Stay as long as you like and maybe you’ll (…)
Christmas Party 2024 – Eiwakai / Koheikai / Metrokai / Asahikai / Nikaiwa
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen
**Christmas Party**
**December 18**
Join Us for an Evening of Fun at Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen! 🍻
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 18th, because we’re hosting a special event you won’t want to miss!
🗓 Event Details:
🕕 Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
📍 Location: Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen
990 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3G5
Tickets: [Get your tickets here](https://www.canad(…)
Make Friends & BlaBla Language Exchange – Special Secret Santa Vancouver
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: London Pub
**⚠️⚠️⚠️ 🍹/🍔 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(…)
[Hybrid] Toastmasters Kickstarter Meeting
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◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Tommy Douglas Library
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Join Whatsapp (If NOT Part of the Community Already):
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Vancouver Desis is excited to collaborate with Toastmasters International to offer transformative public spe(…)
LESS THAN 15 TIX LEFT! 2nd Annual 90’s Christmas Party!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: 5279 Still Creek Ave
FOR FREE TICKETS, USE PROMO CODE: **xmas100**
*(although free entry is cool…no-shows are not. space is extremely limited, so please do not register if you are not committed to attending)*
It’s time once again to celebrate the holidays 90’s style…*with a purpose*.
Thanks to those who attended last year, we raised over a 100 gifts and $3,000 in cash and GCs to the Burnaby Christmas Bureau!
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Vancouver AI Meetup (VAM): Workshop!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Northeastern University – Vancouver
*[Get your ticket here!](https://lu.ma/qylph6wy)*
Come by, chat and build AI with academics, developers and entrepreneurs! Gather with us in this more informal session to:
* learn how to fine-tune models
* get familiar with AWS Sagemaker or Bedrock
* practice using new tools that will empower you in your industry
* learn how to automate your most annoying tasks
* play and build fun AI projects!
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Xmas Potluck at Brad’s House near Coquitlam Centre and walk around LaFarge Lake
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: undefined
Brad has graciously opened his home for a Christmas Potluck. The plan is to arrive at 6pm, drop off the food item and then walk to Lafarge Lake to see the beautiful light display. It will be about an hour walk weather permitting. I will email everyone a few days prior to see whether the LaFarge Lake is a go or not. If you don’t want to walk around Lafarge Lake please show up at Brad’s house at 6:3(…)
Table Tennis (ping pong!)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Cambie Bridge
Interested in meeting to play some casual(non competitive) fun games. Don’t know the rules, no problem. If you want, I can teach you the rules for singles and/or doubles. It would be good to have your own paddle but if not, we can share….I have two.(…)
The Holiday Meetup For Digital PMs and Creatives in Vancouver
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: The Pleasant on Main
### A holiday social for local Digital PMs and Creatives and our industry friends.
No talks.
No workshops.
Just casual drinks, good food…and a chance to meet with amazing folks from both communities.
Join us on Wednesdayy, December 18 at The Pleasant (2434 Main St). Feel free to bring a friend or significant others from outside the industry.
**Donate Warm Clothing To The Homeless**
This year we(…)
Data Science Reading Group: tbd
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Northeastern University in Vancouver
The next reading is coming soon.
This is meetup occurs online and in-person.
Please try to read it before the meetup. It’s OK if you don’t understand it all. The meetup is for questions and discussion.
**Important!:** To attend this event in-person, you must fill out **our registration form (coming)** with your name and email address by noon the day before the event. This is a requirement of ou(…)
Calling all Pool Sharks
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Soho Bar and Billiards
Nah, don’t need to be a shark! Come play some 8 ball. Never played? Come and learn. Usually 2-4 players per table ($14/hr/table).
**optional eats at Yaletown Brew Pub afterwards(…)
Friday meetup in EAST VAN
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Trees Organic Cafe
The café is next to the Joyce Skytrain station.
Limit: 10 participants.(…)
Groupe de Français (4ème Mardi)
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: ALCHEMY BAR + Kitchen
NO fees for 2024
!! \*\*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(…)
Entrepreneur Co-work Session – VPL 9th floor – Bring Laptop
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Vancouver Public Library, Central Library
**Bring a laptop or device** to co-work alongside other entrepreneurs working on their own projects, ideas, or businesses
Join us for a session of working with other entrepreneurs, whether it be for a startup, personal project, or curiosity
Located on the **9th floor** of the VPL(…)
Fun Friday Board Games
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Waterfront Centre Food Court
**This is a casual, drop-in event and doesn’t strictly begin at 5pm. Hosts may not be there or arrive on time due to their schedules, but feel free to join any games.**
Have a fun Friday night of board games at the Waterfront Food Court! We occupy the tables in front of *My Toan Vietnamese* food stall. We have multiple rounds of different games throughout the night. Feel free to share your own fa(…)
Dinner at Deer Garden Signatures (Vancouver)
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Deer Garden Signatures (Vancouver)
Location: Deer Garden Signatures (Vancouver)
Address: 6270 Fraser St.
Date: Monday, December 16
Time: 7:15 – 8:45pm
Menu: https://www.deergarden.ca
It’s the holidays so we thought we’d try out some other events aside from the usual. We’ll have 2 tables of 6 booked at the back of the restaurant just to have some time to eat, drink, chat and be merry.
The restaurant is cash-only (I think for the s(…)
Shut Up & Write Vancouver [In Person]
![Shut Up & Write Vancouver [In Person]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/f/d/1/600_509308625.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Vancouver Public Library, Central Library
[VPL Central – 8th Floor – Pat Graham Reading Room: 10:00am – 12:00 pm individual writing time / 12:00-1:00 pm group chat]
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, poem, or just plain work stuff, you are invited to join us and write surrounded by fellow writers working on their own projects. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. This is about(…)
K-Vibes X-MAS Party
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Richmond Brighouse Canada Line Station
Apt Apt ~ 🌹💓 Are you curious about Korean drinking games? If so, this is the perfect Meetup for you! Welcome to our Korean-Themed House Party Meetup – a night filled with exciting activities like making new friends, connecting with Koreans and locals, language exchange, Korean drinks, K-style karaoke, and more! Hosted by two friends passionate about bringing the best of Korean and Canadian cultu(…)
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
SOLD OUT – The 21st Christmas Reprise at Holy Rosary Cathedral
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Holy Rosary Cathedral Vancouver
Vancouver Cantata Singers – The 21st Christmas Reprise at Holy Rosary Cathedral
West Trek’s Christmas Party
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: GRETA Bar YVR
Join us at Greta Bar for West Trek’s CHRISTMAS party. International students, $5 games, $6 drinks, and an epic dancefloor until 2am!
INQUISITIVE – THE SACRED DYNASTY TOUR
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Enso Event Centre
Inquisitive makes his return for his one show in Canada this winter!
A Winter’s Eve
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Christ Church Cathedral
Come join the West Coast Symphony for a festive evening of poetry, music, and carols!
Life Sciences BC’s Holiday Party
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
We invite you to join us alongside your industry colleagues for an evening of relaxed camaraderie.
The Blind Tiger Comedy Holiday Party!!
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Hero’s Welcome
Come celebrate the holidays with Blind Tiger Comedy!
光浦靖子トークショー「バンクーバーのやすこです！」vol.2
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Tightrope Impro Theatre
Tightrope Impro Theaterにて、光浦靖子さんをお迎えしてのトークショー第二弾が開催決定！
MEDUZA EVENTS: НОВОРОЖДЕСТВЕНСКИЙ П*ЗДЕЦ
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: 455 Granville St
это будет пиздец…
Dominique Fricot Solo for 1 Night Only @ Guilt & Co.
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Guilt & Co.
Dom is back in Vancity for one special night at his favourite haunt, singing old favourites and sharing tales from his adventures abroad.
What’s Up Wednesday – December 2024 | Christmas Edition
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Lavantine Restaurant & Skybar
Celebrate the season at What’s Up Wednesday on Dec 18th ! After-work vibes, festive cocktails, delicious foods & Xmas Harmony dress code.
Burnaby Startups – 2nd Annual 90’s Christmas Party
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: YVR Prep, Still Creek Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada
It’s time to groove, feast and network with your fellow BSE members (Burnaby Startups & Entrepreneurs) at the ultimate holiday extravaganza!
Sean McDonnell’s Special Taping
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Anza Club
Stand-Up Comedian Sean McDonnell teams up with “Comedy Here Often” to record his debut special in Vancouver at The Anza Club, December 20th!
CHRISTMAS BAND RETURNS!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: The Wise
The only reason to get out of bed at Christmas time is back! East Van’s finest worstest Christmas band returns after 8 long years.
A Big Shiny BCIT Christmas Party! (FUNDRAISER FOR @RAPIDMEDIACLUB)
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 179
Celebrate in style with your favourite BCIT STUDENTS, FACULTY & ALUMNI at RAPID’s Big Shiny Christmas Party! ****19+ EVENT (ID REQUIRED)****
Young Adults Christmas Party!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Broadway Church
Get ready to jingle and mingle at our Young Adults Christmas Party – it’s gonna be lit with festive fun, friends, and cheer!
Vancouver’s Hottest Singles Mixer 25+
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Isabelle’s
Come Mingle with Vancouver’s Hottest Singles!
LIPS Holiday Sapphic Mingle
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: East Van Brewing
LIPS presents a good ol’ holiday pub night, exclusively for sapphics!
Christmas Mingler at Gilmore – Dec 20
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Gilmore Place Tower 3
Let’s end the year in style! Party at Gilmore over Karaoke , roof top hot tub pool and icebreaker games!
Ronfest – A Benefit for Ron and Dianne Reyes
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Fox Cabaret
Raising some money for Ron and Dianne Reyes who have suddenly had some serious dark times fall upon them.
Puff the Magic Improv Show December 2024
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The China Cloud
Puff is the IMPROV show that elevates comedy to that DRAGON level.
First half the comedy is stone cold, second half is lava hot.
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Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Light Up the Hearts
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
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Aussie Pies!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
They have both savoury and sweet pies!
Please RSVP only if you can make it and be on time.
We will go ahead with the event if we have at least 5 people.
Fluffiest Soufflé Pancakes
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 28th
Please RSVP only if you can make it and be on time.
We will go ahead with the event if we have at least 5 people.