Let’s explore social events in Washington, DC 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 Washington where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Washington
Coworking at the Hyattsville Library
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Hyattsville Branch Library 6530 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD
Join us for a productive day of working and collaboration at our cozy coworking space in Hyattsville Library! Connect with like-minded professionals, share ideas, and foster new partnerships in a vibrant and inspiring environment.
Bring your laptop, work ideas, headphones as we come together to brainstorm, innovate, and support each other’s ventures.(…)
Serious/Long-Term Relationship Washington DC (In-person)
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Washington
To register and buy your tickets for this in-person speed dating event visit
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seriouslong-term-relationship-washington-dc-in-person-tickets-639655786677](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/seriouslong-term-relationship-washington-dc-in-person-tickets-639655786677)
Individuals will connect over playful and meaningful sessions that engage the mind, body, and heart that invite(…)
Dress for Your Brand and Body Shape with Prints | SAAFE Happy Hour
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: undefined
**March SAAFE Happy Hour: Dress for Your Brand and Body Shape with Prints, Inspired by a Literary Character Masterclass**
Join us for the **March SAAFE Happy Hour Event** where we’ll dive into the art of dressing with purpose and style in **”Dress for Your Brand and Body Shape with Prints, Inspired by a Literary Character Masterclass.”**
This interactive session is designed for businesswomen who (…)
🎶 Whiskey, Rhythm & Roasts – Friday Night Live at Chicken + Whiskey 🎶
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Chicken+Whiskey
Join us for an electric Friday Night Live Music experience at Chicken + Whiskey in Navy Yard! Get ready for a night of great beats, bold flavors, and smooth sips in a lively, high-energy setting.
🍗 What’s on the Menu?
✅ Fire-roasted chicken & Latin street food to fuel the night
🥃 A killer selection of whiskeys & craft cocktails
🎸 Live music vibes to keep the energy high
🎉 A fun crowd, good ti(…)
Friday Collab Event: Chicken and Whiskey
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Chicken+Whiskey
## Details
Collab with Nabeel’s group DMV Social!
Join us for an electric Friday Night Live Music experience at Chicken + Whiskey in Navy Yard! Get ready for a night of great beats, bold flavors, and smooth sips in a lively, high-energy setting.
🍗 What’s on the Menu?
✅ Fire-roasted chicken & Latin street food to fuel the night
🥃 A killer selection of whiskeys & craft cocktails
🎸 Live music vi(…)
Opportunity in the World of AI: From Playwright to AI Designer ~ Tyson, VA ~
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Mosaic Meetup
Looking to break into the world of AI and prompt engineering? Looking to understand what opportunities there are for folks with a creative mind?
We’ll be speaking with Soo-Jin Lee about how she turned her background as a playwright into an expert AI chatbot designer with some of the biggest AI companies.
*We’re also excited to be in a NEW LOCATION, which is a fun space located caddy-corner to th(…)
Maxwell Park Wine Bar, DC 🍷 Monday March 3 Blind Wine Tasting (#15)
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: Maxwell Park
Maxwell Park is 4 blocks from the Mt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center.
🍷 RSVP Please:
–Thee are a limited amount of spots and if you are on the “going” list it means we are holding a space for you.
–**If your plans have changed, please edit your RSVP (even if you are on the waiting list),** so that someone else gets sufficient notice to attend in your place.
–We track our attendees list,(…)
Charcuterie Board – Featuring: Mistwind, Robot Quest Arena, Village & Dominion!
◦ When: Monday, Mar 3rd
◦ Where: The Highbinder
**A note from the organizers:** We see that this is becoming a popular event and so there’s not a ton of space available for general non Patreon members rsvp’ing via meetup. Space is limited by how many volunteers we have to host games each month, and first access goes to the members of the Patreon who support everything DCGG does. We have the goal to train and provide additional staff for this ev(…)
AI Meetup (March): GenAI and LLMs
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Excella
\*\* Important\*\*: Due to building security and capacity, It’s REQUIRED to register on the [AICamp event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2025020614) for admission.
Welcome to the GenAI and LLMs meetup in Washington DC, in collaboration with Excella. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, Generative AI, LLMs, ML, and Data, networking with speakers & fellow developers.
**Agend(…)
March meetup!
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Sudhouse DC
Join us for our next meetup! RSVP now. GeoDC is a great networking opportunity for everyone interested in geospatial data, whether you are brand new or a seasoned pro. Come talk with folks working on amazing projects that have a meaningful impact on our world.
This month, we are keeping things low key. If you are looking for a new opportunity–or hiring??–we hope you can make it and meet some of(…)
Meat You At Fat Petes — Switch and Board Game Night
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Fat Pete’s BBQ
**Note: If you are a member of the Patreon and have already secured early access via the form — you do NOT need to RSVP on Meetup.** Only people RSVP via the early access form and this meetup will be allowed entrance due to space reasons.
NOTE: THIS IS NOT THE HALLOWEEN PARTY — THAT INFO IS COMING
Add some fire and flavor to your hump day with a DCGG gaming happy hour at Fat Pete’s BBQ in Clev(…)
Happy Hour & Human Bingo in Bethesda
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Cecil Luxury Apartments
Join us on **Friday, March 7th from 6 – 8:30 PM** **at the Cecil Luxury Apartments** for a fun-filled evening of socializing over cocktails and appetizers, with human BINGO to break the ice and spice things up!(…)
Taco Tuesday @ Don Tito’s Rooftop 🍸 🌮 🥃
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Don Tito’s
Join us for a fun-filled Taco Tuesday at Don Tito’s rooftop! This is the perfect chance to meet new friends and expand your network in a relaxed, lively atmosphere. Enjoy discounted tacos and drinks as you mix, mingle, and make new connections. The event kicks off at 6 PM, offering a vibrant rooftop vibe, great music, and plenty of tasty options. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to e(…)
Learn Creative Coding
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Prefect
Have you ever wondered what kind of creative work you can make with technology? Come join us to learn more about using code as a medium. During the workshop, we will explore livecoding as a form of performance that allows us to improvise with visuals and sound, using the open-source frameworks Hydra and Strudel. Some programming experience is helpful here, but beginners are also welcome. Please br(…)
Thursday Social Hangout at Spider Kelly’s Clarendon!
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Spider Kelly’s
Join us for a fun evening of socializing with like-minded individuals in the DC area! Whether you are new in town, looking to expand your social circle, or hoping to connect with other professionals, this event is perfect for meeting new friends and making valuable connections. Enjoy great conversations, delicious drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere as we mingle and unwind after a long work day.
Thi(…)
Baila Thursday Salsa Social
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: La Cosecha
Salsa classes for beginners with open dance floor afterwards. $25 at the door for beginners salsa class, 10 dollars without. Let’s have fun and make the best out of this called life!!(…)
Compass Coffee on Wisconsin Ave in DC
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Compass Coffee
We’ll check out Compass Coffee on Wisconsin in DC ( they have multiple locations).
After the coffee meetup, we will check out Pizzeria Paradiso in Georgetown (few blocks from the coffee shop) for some sour and wild beers. If anyone is interested, feel free to check out our sour beer meetup group:
https://www.meetup.com/sour-beer/
Please have a picture profile so we can recognize you in the meet(…)
Northern Virginia Tech + Startups Social
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: AKB, a hotel bar
## Join us for the Tech + Northern Virginia Startups Social🍸🎉
## **We host Tech Socials in a fun and welcoming social atmosphere.**
## **Venue: AKB a Hotel Bar 7599 Colshire Dr, Tysons, VA 22102**
## **Hosted by Inga Broerman [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingabroerman/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingabroerman/)**
## **Join The Community: [https://www.techandstartups.com](https://www.t(…)
Chit Chat 2 聊聊天 Metro Center Tatte
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Tatte
\*\*大家好！\*\*Let’s get together and have a casual chat for all levels of Chinese from beginner to native speakers. 大家都欢迎参加我们的聚会！
Please join us on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2 PM at Tatte Bakery and Cafe near Metro Center, located at 1090 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20001. Tatte is a 5-minute walk from the Metro Center Metro Station.
Please search for Zhenbo when you arrive.(…)
2 Kosovo Documentaries, Reception at French Embassy – MUST RSVP
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Embassy of France
Join us for a special evening featuring two remarkable documentaries, *Without Kosovo* and *117*, presented by the Embassy of Kosovo in Washington, DC followed by a panel discussion. These films explore topics ranging from exile to identity and tradition, offering powerful insight into Kosovo’s history and cultural heritage.
**Don’t miss this evening of storytelling, history and refection, follow(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Washington 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 Washington on https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/dc-events, Eventsdc.com, or Thrillist.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Washington, DC
KWESI ARTHUR LIVE One Night In Accra (Ghana Independence)
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Abigail
Come party with Kwesi Arthur in Accra as we celebrate Ghana’s Independence in style on March 9th, 2025!
Nü Androids presents: Acraze
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: A.i (530 Penn)
Acraze makes his Nü Androids debut at the A.i Warehouse
1957 GH @ 68
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Karma DC Live Music Venue
Official Ghana @ 68 Independence Main Event DMV with Quamina MP and More Special Guest
GoldRush | Late Night Party | AfroBeats; HipHop; Dancehall {Sat Mar 8}
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Strand
Black unity, culture, and premium nightlife.
Giada De Laurentiis
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: Sixth & I
Giada De Laurentiis in conversation with Jamila Robinson at Sixth & I
2025 Congressional Trade Agenda
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Pavilion Room, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
Congressional Trade Leaders share their perspectives at WITA’s annual overview of the Hill’s Trade Agenda. This event is OFF-THE-RECORD.
A Night of Classical Arabic Music with Torath Ensemble
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Nolan Center for the Performing Arts
Join us for special Women’s Day tribute featuring Torath’s Songs of Her Legacy, celebrating the women singers in the classical Arabic music
Ghana Independence Friday @ The Park! | #ParkFridays
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: The Park at 14th
Bottle Service Text: 301.454.9401
Documentary Screening: Erase the Nation
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: The Institute of World Politics
Polish director and war reporter Tomasz Grzywaczewski will present his new documentary about the war in Ukraine followed by a discussion
Ghana Independence Welcome Party (w/ Open Bar)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Rosebar Lounge
Come celebrate Ghana’s Independence in DC with us at our Welcome Party featuring an open bar – Guaranteed Sold OUT EVENT!
Molly Yeh
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Sixth & I
Molly Yeh in conversation with Carey Polis at Sixth & I
BINGOAT: Goats + Bingo (March)
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Faith Lutheran Church
Join us in Arlington for Bingo with the herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats from Walnut Creek Farm!
Ghana Independence: The +233 Experience
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
◦ Where: 1360 Okie St NE
Get ready for an unforgettable experience, films, conversations, and live music! Don’t just hear about it, be part of it. Grab your tix now!
International Women’s Day Charity Happy Hour
◦ When: Friday, Mar 7th
◦ Where: Morris American Bar
Help Washington Area Women’s Foundation support women and girls in the DMV at our International Women’s Day Happy Hour!
INTERWOVEN
◦ When: Thursday, Mar 6th
◦ Where: Meyer Auditorium
Music of the East and West weave together in this ensemble concert. Reserve your seat in advance to pick where you sit ($6 fee per order).
Women of Craft Beverage. A Panel of Empowerment, Inclusion & Equality
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
◦ Where: Lost Generation Brewing Company
Join us for a powerful discussion on empowering, including, and promoting equality for women in the craft beverage industry!
GRAND OPENING: THE S.H.E. SUITE
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: The Shops at Iverson
Paige Group Foundation and Milestones Elevation Community Development are driving impactful change with a mission to secure the whole woman!
DC Whiskey Walk 2025
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
◦ Where: Exiles Bar
The Whiskey Walk® is an awesome day of fun, excitement and, of course, whiskey!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
Polish Film Festival – Movie and Gala
◦ When: Tuesday, Mar 4th
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Happy Hour at A Rooftop Bar
◦ When: Wednesday, Mar 5th
Join us for happy hour in a rooftop bar. We will meet inside and meet new friends and catch up with old ones. No reserved seating but there will be an area dedicated to us. If the weather is nice, the rooftop area will be open. Happy hour specials on drinks and food all night.
Volunteer With Little Falls Watershed Alliance
◦ When: Saturday, Mar 8th
Come volunteer with the Little Falls Watershed Alliance to clean up the Little Falls Parkway and creek. The Alliance will provide gloves, bags and safety vests. After the event we will go to lunch at a nearby restaurant for those interested. Please sign-up using the below link, clicking on “Register”, along with RSVPing on this page.
https://www.lfwa.org/events/clean-parkway-clean-creek-mar-08-20
Events for Professional Women Empowerment
Ellevate DC | March Happy Hour | Starr Hill Biergarten
Join the women of Ellevate DC for our March happy hour at Starr Hill Biergarten in Tysons! Connect & network with the women of Ellevate DC!