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
Stretch & Sip
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: The Vine Church
###### Stretch & Sip
A unique worship experience for adults looking to engage their mind, body, spirit, and taste buds!
Thursdays, 7-8:30PM
Join us each Thursday for a guided time of stretching, meditation, and mindfulness – followed by a free mocktail and conversation!
###### What happens at Stretch & Sip?
1\. Gathering: We gather as community\, center ourselves\, and focus on our breathing an(…)
DC Tech + Startups Social
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
## Join us for the Tech + Startups Social, Washington DC!🍸🎉
## We host Tech Socials in a fun and welcoming social atmosphere.
## **Join The Community:** **[https://www.techandstartups.com](https://www.techandstartups.com/)**
## **About Us:** Launched in 2023, we are a community of 6000+ Startup Founders, Tech Professionals, and Investors. We are active in NYC, Miami, Boston, DC, (…)
Nautical Nights: Party + Social @ Admiral ⚓️🥂 [w/ Exclusive Food/Drink Prices]
![Nautical Nights: Party + Social @ Admiral ⚓️🥂 [w/ Exclusive Food/Drink Prices]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/4/1/f/600_518549727.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Admiral
We are mixing things up with a Friday night party at [The Admiral](https://www.washingtonian.com/2019/12/20/the-admiral-opens-in-dupont-circle-with-daily-oyster-happy-hour-and-a-massive-patio/), a nautical themed bar in DuPont Circle! Come grab a drink or snack, meet some friends and enjoy the night in a premier spot just steps away from the DuPont metro station.
**How to find us**
We have the ba(…)
Data Viz Degrees, Certificates, and Courses, Oh My!
◦ When: Tuesday, Nov 19th
◦ Where: Excella
Join Data Viz DC for our monthly meetup to talk shop with data viz enthusiasts, meet other data visualization professionals, and learn about data visualization tools, tricks, and jobs. If you’re interested in the intersection of Data Science, Visual Design, UI/UX, Art, Psychology, and Business Intelligence, this event is for you.
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**Agenda**
* **5:40-6:20p** Food & Networking
* **6:20-6:50p*(…)
November Book Club
◦ When: Monday, Nov 18th
◦ Where: Northside Social Coffee & Wine
Our November book is “Water Ghosts” by Shawna Yang Ryan. Come prepared to discuss even if you don’t finish the book!
“Water Ghosts” by Shawna Yang Ryan is a mesmerizing novel that weaves history and mythology around a community of Chinese immigrants and the ghosts that haunt them. Set in Locke, California in 1928, the story begins as three bedraggled Chinese women appear out of the mist in a smal(…)
LGBTQ+ DnD Happy Hour
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ 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.
A cozy event to meet other DnD LGBTQ+ Fans!
Whether you’re a player looking to pick up the sword, a DM looking to throw down dice, or someone looking to meet other nerdy people, this event is for you!
Be sure to visit our event partners, DMV D&D here:[https://dis(…)
Friendsgiving @ Union Market
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Union Market
Celebrate the spirit of Friendsgiving at Union Market in D.C.! Join us for a delightful evening where friendships and connections can flourish over a shared love of food. This vibrant food hall is home to an exciting array of eateries, offering everything from artisanal pizza and gourmet tacos to fresh sushi and mouthwatering desserts
Get your favorite dish from one of the diverse cuisines availa(…)
Social Hour
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library
PLEASE READ EVERYTHING!
When you enter the meeting you PLEASE print your first and last name clearly on the sign up sheet.
DC Anime Club will be hosting a social hour.
Don’t be shy. This is a good way to make friends who are also into
anime. We will be discussing anime , manga, video games and all
things Jpop Culture. We hope to see you there.
Cosplay (Costume play) is encouraged as long as you do(…)
FREE: Phillips Collection After Work!
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: The Phillips Collection
Did you know the Phillips Collection is open late and FREE every third Thursday of the month? Join me to see this sprawling and always diverse collection of art. Optional to break off into groups for dinner out afterwards.
COST: FREE!
MEET AT: Main entrance on 21st Street. Look for Molly with the rainbow LAL sign.
About what’s on: The Phillips Collection, from its inception, has focused on creat(…)
The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club – REI Education & Networking event – Arlington VA
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: 414 N Fillmore St
Arlington VA Real Estate Investors, Agents and Professionals!
We launched a Cash-Flow Breakfast Club for your area! This is the most unique real estate investor club, education, networking and mastermind event in the US!
**Join us on November 20.**
**This is a 12 part education series with new topics every month. This event is session 3 of 12!**
Topics:
• Vivid Vision – Where are you trying to(…)
AI Meetup (November): AI, GenAI and LLMs
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Excella
\*\* RSVP on the [event website](https://www.aicamp.ai/event/eventdetails/W2024111415) (Please make sure to register at the link for admission)
Welcome to the monthly AI 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.
**Agenda:**
\* 6:00pm\~6:30pm: Checkin, Food/drink (…)
Nautical Nights: Meet & Greet @ The Admiral [Food/Drink Specials] ⚓️🍻
![Nautical Nights: Meet & Greet @ The Admiral [Food/Drink Specials] ⚓️🍻](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/2/e/3/600_524273987.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Admiral
We are mixing things up with a Friday night party at The Admiral, a nautical themed bar in DuPont Circle! Come grab a drink or snack, meet some friends and enjoy the night in a premier spot just steps away from the DuPont metro station.
**How to find us**
We have the back bar area reserved for our group. Look for signs near the venue.
**About the venue**
The Admiral is a nautical themed bar focu(…)
Tea Party and Coloring
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Teaism in Penn Quarter
Come unwind from the week with us! We will meet at Teaism in Penn Quarter around 5:00pm. We will have coloring supplies for you but please feel free to bring your own!
Coloring induces the same state as meditating by reducing the thoughts of a restless mind. This generates mindfulness and quietness, which allows your mind to get some rest after a long week.(…)
Bombay Club
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Bombay Club
Crafts Cocktails travels to the East Indies to experience a taste of India. Join us at the Bombay Club (Michelin Rated) for a taste of exotic Indian themed craft cocktails and cuisine.
Drink of Choice: Chennai Express
bombayclubdc.com
***Note attendance is limited so please only RSVP if you intend to participate***(…)
Thursday Social Hangout at Spider Kelly’s Clarendon!
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ 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(…)
In-Person Tour: Ford’s Theatre and The Petersen House
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Ford’s Theatre
**11/6/24. This event is currently Waitlist only. If you are on the Waitlist, please be sure to monitor your updates from Meetup in the event you are moved to the “Going” list as you will have to pay your reservation fee at that time. Thanks.**
This is a limited attendee event. Your RSVP requires an additional payment to be made outside of Meetup. Please see information below.
You’re invited! Jo(…)
Community Art Collaboration
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 901 G St NW
🌈 **Open Venue, Creative Spirit:** Experience the joy of artistic expression against the backdrop of the city skyline. Our café’ location at Martin Luther King Library adds a touch of urban charm to the tranquil atmosphere you love.
🌞 **Weather-Adaptive Space:** To ensure your creative vibes are uninterrupted, we’ve got a plan for every weather twist. We’ll be at the café’ on the first floor th(…)
From Innovation to Execution with USPS – Operationalizing Qlik for Impact
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: City Tap House – DC
Join fellow Qlik users and your Qlik Meetup – D.C., MD, VA host [ORI](https://www.oriresults.com/) on November 20 for a unique opportunity to learn firsthand from Molly Golebiewski, a Qlik expert implementer at the U.S. Postal Service. Discover how the USPS has harnessed Qlik’s expanding capabilities to drive significant, measurable impact within its complex organization.
Molly will share insight(…)
Exhalation by Ted Chiang (Part 1)
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Teaism Penn Quarter
Let’s start with the story, *The Lifecycle of Software Objects* in which a woman cares for an artificial intelligence object, elevating a faddish digital pet into a living creature. “Stunningly original, provocative, and poignant stories. Deeply scientific and fully human. “A collection of short stories that will make you think, grapple with big questions, and feel more human.” President Obama’s s(…)
November Grand Gaming Melee
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library
How does one construct a Federation Starship from air and nothing else? How does a person transformed into a mouse get restored to human form? How can we distinguish a fake artist from a real one? And what, pray tell, do Mocha and Baksheesh do in Istanbul?
You won’t find the answers in your local college or university (unless, of course, it has a game club), but you will find them at the Grand Ga(…)
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 Washington, you can try out https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/dc-events, Eventsdc.com, or Thrillist.com.
RELATED: How To Meet People In Washington, DC
2024 Navy Supply Corps All Calls
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: National Press Club
Get ready for the ultimate gathering of Navy Supply Corps officers in 2024 – it’s time for the All Calls!
Cirque du Soul : Our Stories In The Spotlight
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Cramton Auditorium
The Ladies of Alpha Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, are proud to present the 2024 Jabberwock Scholarship Competition.
DJ SPINALL Afrobeats & Amapiano Party (W/ Open Bar)
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Saint Yves
Celebrity Artist DJ SPINALL LIVE At Saint Fridays. Open Bar + Free Entry !
A SPECIAL Afrobeats and Amapiano Event
2024 Old Town Alexandria Cookie Crawl
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: 1117 King St
Receive a commemorative tin and stop by all 30 stops and receive a pre-wrapped cookie at each location.
Advancing the Mission: AI in Government Summit
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: AWS Aurora
Join us at ATARC’s Advancing the Mission: AI in Government Summit on November 21st, 2024!
Pig Butchering and National Security
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: The Institute of World Politics
Robin Pugh will discuss Pig Butchering, a slang Chinese term for crypto investment scams.
Tieghan Gerard
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Sixth & I
Tieghan Gerard in conversation with Erin Como at Sixth & I
The Afiya Howell Show: A Live Comedy Sketch Show
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Harmony Hall Regional Center
Be a part of Afiya Howell’s live audience for a dynamic blend of pre-recorded sketches and comedic commentary! It’ll be edgy and energetic!
WBEC Greater DMV 25th Anniversary Grand GALA-xy Luncheon
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown
It’s our milestone 25th Anniversary and we want to see you at our celebration luncheon!
Whiskey Washback DC
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: The Schuyler
Paying homage to the Whiskey originators and the rebellious whiskey innovators that keep it alive today.
GOSPEL MELODIES DAY PARTY TOUR: WASHINGTON, DC
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: THRōW Social DC
Get Ready to Sing, Dance, and celebrate the power of Gospel in a brunch style way!
106 & Park : AFROCODE Edition : 2000 to 2014 Hits ! Throwbacks {Fri Nov 22}
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: Barcode
A Special 106 & Park Edition | The Countdown 2000 to 2014 Era!
The Muslim Comedy Takeover Show Washington DC
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Cooperative Plaza Conference Center
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs and hilarious takeovers at The Takeover Comedy Show New Washington DC!
Beaujolais and Beyond Celebration 2024
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Embassy of France
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé !
The Jive Turkey Bar Crawl – Washington, DC 11.23.24
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: U Street – Multiple Venues
Celebrate with 7 DJs at 7 Bars at the biggest Pre-Thanksgiving Bar Crawl in Washington, DC!! Save the date for Saturday November 23rd, 2024!
Ternion Sound + Torcha at Flash (EARLY SHOW)
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 23rd
◦ Where: Flash
Ternion Sound join forces with Torcha for an evening of blistering dubstep on Flash’s Funktion One Rig
UNPLUGGED R&B/JAZZ “LIVE” with SECRET SOCIETY & DJ 5’9 @MGM National Harbor
◦ When: Wednesday, Nov 20th
◦ Where: Felt Lounge
CGE ENTERTAINMENT AND J&J ENTERTAINMENT GROUP UNPLUGGED R&B/JAZZ “LIVE” – a night of soulful music in a cozy, intimate setting!
LAIGW – 22 Nov – National Capital Planning Commission Luncheon at NCPC
◦ When: Friday, Nov 22nd
◦ Where: National Capital Planning Commission
Learn about NCPC, the regional federal planning agency in this area, their upcoming programs and centennial celebration at the NCPC offices.
Green Drinks DC November Meet Up
◦ When: Thursday, Nov 21st
◦ Where: Wunder Garten
Join us for a our September meetup at Public Bar Live!
Join the Green Drinks community for drinks, connections, laughs, and great times!
Events for Expats and Locals to meet
International Book Club
◦ When: Sunday, Nov 24th
Let’s Read Books Around the World!
“C” for Chile, lets read Allende’s “The House of Spirits”.
This book is a longer read but a classic! Please consider purchasing the books from Kramers as they are kindly donating the space.
Note the change in date to weekend before Thanksgiving.
Winery ~ One Hour’s Drive From DC
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 30th
Enjoy the Shenandoah area wines at a picturesque winery.
Could have dinner at a nearby venue later on depending on how many will be in attendance at the winery as restaurants have group-size limits.
Look forward to seeing you.
Winter Holiday Concert… À La Française !
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
The French Choir of Washington is proud to present its annual Winter Holiday concert: expect a unique joyful musical evening under the direction of its artistic director Simon Charette.
Program will feature the French Choir of Washington and the Choir of the Embassy of France, opera singers Natalia Perez (soprano), and Raymond Ghattas (baritone) as well as a string quintet of musicians.
Piano acco
InterNations DC Official Event Holiday Party!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 13th
◦ Where: Donahue Lounge, Georgetown
Back at this upscale lounge in Georgetown. Drinks, lovely cuisine and music. Details soooon.