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.
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 Vancouver, Canada. 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 Vancouver
Type Brigade №55
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: BCIT Downtown Campus
Type Brigade is Vancouver’s typography meetup.
Join us at the BCIT Downtown Campus:
* Doors at 6:30pm
* Talks begin at 7:00pm
Please note that any guests you’d like to bring with you should register on the Meetup group themselves.
**Speakers**
**Julie Solvstrom – Bad Decisions**
https://juliesolvstrom.com/
Originally from Denmark, Julie Solvstrom now has the great pleasure of calling Vancouv(…)
Emerging Cybersecurity Threats in Space
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: SFU VentureLabs
**Emerging Cybersecurity Threats in Space** with **Bill Souder**
As space technology advances, cybersecurity threats to spacecraft have become a growing concern. Spacecraft such as satellites are vulnerable to cyberattacks that could disrupt operations, compromise data, or even cause physical damage. Malware and ransomware introduced into the software supply chain used in ground control systems ca(…)
Pub Night Games Night at The American
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: The American
Welcome to the Vancouver Pub Night Game Night! This event is all about meeting some amazing people while kicking back with a drink and playing some cool games. You don’t need to be a board game veteran to join us. Most of the games that we’ll bring are simple and easy to learn and there will always be somebody who is happy to explain a game to you that you have never played. Or if you’d prefer to (…)
Bitcoin MeetUp 020 – Mayor Ken Sim
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Funk Coffee Bar
Next Meetup coming up quick! We had a great turnout for last months meetup with Anil so thanks for coming. If you missed it, feel free to check out the recording [here ](https://www.youtube.com/live/vwPjk8ahOcU?si=f5XY8htLyiYb5DPS).
This month we’ll be welcoming the Mayor of Vancouver Ken Sim! Lot’s of discussions happening currently regarding making Vancouver a Bitcoin Friendly city and the pote(…)
Party Free Cover @ Mansion
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Mansion Nightclub
**Join our what’s App group for party notice** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BzB8ShJaxJx73C4qFvhu33](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BzB8ShJaxJx73C4qFvhu33)
**What’s New?**
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Living Streets Walk – Granville Island to Kitsilano
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ 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(…)
Hike and Hangout
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Angry Otter Tap and Forno
About the event:
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be hosting a monthly social gathering for our group. This will be a great opportunity to connect with fellow hikers, share stories, and make new friends. Mark your calendars for the first social, and we’ll look forward to seeing you there
Attention:
**Like other indoor activities, there is limit for bringing pepole in.**
**Priority will be gi(…)
【Free for Students】Language Exchange(English and Japanese) 英語と日本語の言語交換
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ 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(…)
VanLUG Technical Talk @Burnaby Public Library
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Burnaby Public Library, Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch
Join us for our FREE monthly gathering that is not just a meeting — it’s a stepping stone to advancing your journey with Linux and Open Source Software. For this event, we feature practical application of OSS technology in an existing Industry.
**Technical Talk:** **Introduction to Distributed Applications.**
**Speaker**: ZZ Zhiqiang
**Description**: A beginner-to-intermediate talk on the archi(…)
Vancouver Tech Social
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: BrainStation Vancouver
Vancouver Tech Social is the definitive networking event for the local community. Make meaningful new connections in BrainStation’s state-of-the-art Granville campus in the heart of the Vancouver tech district.
We bring together the most dynamic professionals from the world of tech for great discussions and socializing.
\*Must register through **[BrainStation’s website](https://brainstation.io/e(…)
Let’s speak Korean& Japanese & English 🇯🇵🇰🇷 / 日英韓の３言語交換
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Flamingo Cafe
日本語は英語の下をご覧ください！
한국어는 하단에
Thank you, and warm welcome to our language exchange event !
**First of all,** **ALL LEVELS are welcome !**
This time, Wasabi is experimentally hosting Japanese & Korean language exchange event for the first time, 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 the languag(…)
Party Free Cover @ Mansion
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Mansion Nightclub
**Join our what’s App group for party notice**[https://chat.whatsapp.com/BzB8ShJaxJx73C4qFvhu33](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BzB8ShJaxJx73C4qFvhu33)
**What’s New?**
**Use promotion code “extremelyshy”** reserve ticket online free [link.extremelyshy.com/@extremelyshy](https://link.extremelyshy.com/@extremelyshy) for you and your friends, You will receive your QR codes in your email. Send each QR co(…)
Family Day Lunch!!
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Pho & Roll by Wooden Fish
Join us for an informal lunch on the Family Day holiday. French and English are both ok!
Please only reserve a spot if you are 100% sure you can make it. I will make a reservation on the day of, based on numbers attending.
No last min cancels or no shows please!!(…)
How AI can increase test efficiency
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: 355 Burrard St suite 700
Happy February folks, just because this is the smallest of months doesn’t mean that we will short shrift you on speakers. This time we’re bringing you back Arash Taheri to talk about everyone’s favourite topic, AI and automation!
**How AI can increase test efficiency**
IT leaders are under pressure to incorporate Artificial Intelligence and generative AI into various business operations such as s(…)
Vancouver AI Meetup (VAM) Night!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Northeastern University – Vancouver
**[Click here to get your ticket!](https://lu.ma/f3u287fw)**
The AI space is growing exponentially. Companies around the world are building and using incredible AI tools. Countries are deciding on regulations. Tech companies stock prices continue to grow.
Come and learn about the most recent advancements in AI from experts in academia and industry in a short series of lectures. Learn how to app(…)
Machine Learning / Data Science Reading Group: Semi-Supervised Learning
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Northeastern University in Vancouver
**PLEASE NOTE: THIS GROUP IS MOVING OFF OF MEETUP TO LUMA. PLEASE SIGN-UP THERE**
Calendar Link: https://lu.ma/calendar/manage/cal-ion7DYuMutERHa6
Event Link: https://lu.ma/e8evdf11
The next reading is: [Learning with not Enough Data Part 1: Semi-Supervised Learning](https://lilianweng.github.io/posts/2021-12-05-semi-supervised/)
This meetup occurs online and in-person.
Please try to read it(…)
Ultimate Frisbee *FAMILY DAY*
◦ When: Monday, Feb 17th
◦ Where: Van Tech Turf Field
Come and enjoy an ultimate frisbee pick up game.
All genders and all skills level are welcome
What to bring and Good to knows;
• Please bring both Light/Dark active top to determine team play.
• Plenty of water as of the water fountaintain has now been turned off for Winter until Spring.
• Cleats. Otherwise runners.
• Expected turn outs for this events are around 12-20 people!
So come out play(…)
Ctrl + Alt + Meet
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Blenz Coffee (Davie & Granville)
Join us for a fun evening at **Blenz Coffee** on Granville & Davie St in downtown Vancouver as we kickstart our **Ctrl+Alt+Meet** meetup.
🎉 Whether you’re a developer 👨💻, designer 🎨, product manager 📊, or just someone who loves great conversations, this is your space to connect, share ideas, and unwind.
**What to Expect:**
✨ No rigid agenda or scheduled activities—just a relaxed space to m(…)
Jeudi au centre-ville
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: ZAATAR W ZEIT
Come to practise your French in person. The place is a peaceful cafe that sells Lebanese street food. There’s music but it is not played all that loudly.
Venez pratiquer votre français en face à face. Le lieu est un tranquille café où on vend aussi de la bouffe de rue libanaise. Il y a de la musique mais ils ne la passent pas fort.
There is no longer an annual subscription for the group, but ple(…)
The Connections That Change Everything
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Cactus Club Cafe (Granville & Broadway)
Welcome to our 3rd In-Person Networking event!
Date: [Thu, Feb 20, 2025]
Time: [6:30 – 8:30 PM]
Location: [Cactus Club Cafe, 1530 W Broadway, Vancouver]
Organizing Fee: CAD7
**Why You Can’t Miss This:**
* Face-to-Face Connections: Move beyond screens and build genuine, lasting professional relationships
* Exclusive 3rd-Time Gathering: Be part of our historic 3rd in-person event
* Targeted Netwo(…)
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
OPEN DECKS NITE
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: The Birdhouse
Birdhouse’s Open Decks Night BHM Edition
Queer & Trans DJ showcase
Rewind Party @ Vesper!!! (February Edition)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Vesper Lounge
Rewind is Vancouver’s best old school party in the city playing 80’s/90’s/00’s R&B, Hip Hop & Reggae on the last Saturday of each month!!!
The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Semi-Final Event | Vancouver
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
Join us and meet the Semi-Finalists!
Vancouver Game Dev Series – February (By BUS Game Devs and UBCP/ACTRA)
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: UBCP/ACTRA
We are back in the new year with VGDS! We will be hosting Caitlyn Bairstow, Adrienne Law, Deb Chantson, Aaron Gordon and Skye Climenhaga~
C.R.E.A.M x BHM!
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: 1739 Venables St
Come join us for a night of celebrating black excellence and empowerment at “C.R.E.A.M x BHM!” on February 22, 2025!
West Coast Weddings Industry Mixer
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Hilton Vancouver Metrotown
A night of drinks, food and conversation for experts in the wedding industry!!
FAMJAM 2025- “Happiness” A Family-Friendly Choral Concert
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: St. Andrew’s United Church
FAMJAM 2025 features Junior KidChoir, Senior KidChoir, and MixChoir. These three exciting choirs on the North Shore are not to be missed.
Western Living Design 25 Awards Party
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
◦ Where: King Living Vancouver
Join us for Western Living’s first party celebrating our 2025 WL Design 25 award winners!
Annual Friends of Rugby Long Lunch
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Yaletown Brewing Company
Join us for a legendary afternoon of good food, great company, and rugby banter at our Annual Friends of Rugby Long Lunch!
Vancouver Entrepreneur Social Night
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
◦ Where: Karma Lounge
Join us at Karma Lounge for an exclusive evening of networking with the city’s top Entrepreneurs and Innovators. Time: 7pm -10pm
Cell Signaling Breakthroughs: Kinases, Pathways, and Therapeutic Frontiers
◦ When: Wednesday, Feb 19th
◦ Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Discover the latest in cell signaling research, from groundbreaking kinases to cutting-edge therapeutic approaches!
Vancouver’s Hottest Networking Event For Young Professionals
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Karma Lounge
Professional Networking Event @ Karma Lounge | Privé Networking | Friday, February 21st, 2025 @7:00PM
Brazilian Carnaval Family
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Latin Plaza Hub – Latincouver
Our vibrant event gives children and parents the opportunity to celebrate Brazilian culture and share it with their community.
OBSIDIAN Vol. 2 WORKSHOPS – Sat Feb 22nd, 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Post at 750
Join us for our OBSIDIAN workshops from these INCREDIBLE teachers
Black Parade vol. 3 // Presented by Batty Banks & Acacia Gray
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Birdhouse
Black Parade vol. 3 on Feb 22nd
VPO Presents: Love Lost
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Shaughnessy Heights United Church
Join us for an exhilarating night of repertoire as the VPO Presents Love Lost: our first concert of 2025.
Euro Fest Mardi Gras Masquerade Fundraiser 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: Slovenian Society
Get ready to party European-style at our Mardi Gras Masquerade Fundraiser in 2025. All ages welcome!
TOA III (Matriarchs Uprising 2025)
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
◦ Where: The Dance Centre
Māori contemporary dance by Bella Waru.
Scandinavian Centre Social Night Fundraiser
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Scandinavian Community Centre
Join us for an all-ages fun night of socializing and fundraising at the Scandinavian Centre on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Board Games!
◦ When: Tuesday, Feb 18th
I’m back to organising some tabletop fun!
We’ll be meeting at a cafe that has a great selection of board games available as well as a good selection of food and drinks, so all we need is your presence! Come and have some fun 🙂
Please try to arrive as early as you can so that we could plan the games accordingly. Arriving later is fine but if you can tell me your ETA that would be great! Also I
Shield Maiden Show
◦ When: Thursday, Feb 20th
Join us for an informative and humorous take on 10th-century Viking maidens! Warrior, leader and motivational speaker Ingrid Larsdöttir empowers women to claim their inner warrior and invites men to be allies in the battle for equality. Shield Maiden addresses sexism, gender bias, sexual freedom and trauma.
InterNations Vancouver February Official Event
◦ When: Friday, Feb 21st
◦ Where: Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen
THIS IS A PAID EVENT.
THE ENTRANCE FEE IS IN **CASH ONLY** AT THE DOOR.
Hello Members,
Welcome to our February Official Event.
We are collaborating this event with Taylight Local Craft Beer & Kitchen.
Please reserve your space as soon as possible, as the spaces are limited.
This is also an excellent opportunity to join us and celebrate the friendships we have formed within our Vancouver commun
Come Join Us to Make New Friends
◦ When: Saturday, Feb 22nd
Come join us to make new friends and have fun before winter
I look forward to meeting you all on Feb 22 2025
When you click the “Attend” button, that counts as a commitment to the activity.
Please cancel your attendance 24 HOURS in advance if you cannot attend.
Thanks in advance for respecting the effort we put into organizing.