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121 meet people events to explore in Chicago over the next 30 days

Meet People events include meet people mixers, meetups, and gatherings across Chicago. Chicago has 121 meet people events on the calendar over the next 30 days across 15 neighborhoods, and 15 of them are free. Wednesday is the busiest day, and Lakeview is the busiest neighborhood.

Run Club · 25 Speed Dating · 20 Trivia Night · 11 Professional · 7 Social Mixer · 4 Free · 15

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Singles Social Mixer Oak Park, IL Cooper's Hawk

Mixer · Social Mixer · Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant · — · Sun, Aug 2 · 6:00 PM

Join Us for a Singles Social Mixer!Looking to meet new people in a fun and relaxed setting? Our Singles Social Mixers are the perfect way to connect, make new friends, and enjoy a great night out!Why join us?Meet new people in a comfortable, friendly environmentAverage ages: mid-

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Only Come Alone | GNO!

Meet People · Garden Of · Uptown · Wed, Jul 29 · 7:00 PM

New to the city or wanting to make new friends in general? Looking for a GNO with your new besties? This event is ONLY FOR PEOPLE BRAVING TO COME ALONE! Buzz 101 and head straight down the hall. 21+ only We know it can be scary to put yourself out there solo, so guess what? We're

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FIELD DAY 2026

Education · Hidden Lake Park - Merrillville IN · — · Sat, Aug 1 · 12:00 PM

FIELD DAY IS BACK AND BETTER... THIS YEAR WE ARE OPENING IT UP TO EVERYONE! COME HANG OUT, MEET NEW PEOPLE, COMPETE IN GAMES, AND BE APART OF THE FUN! GAMES FOOD & DRINKS MUSIC PHOTOS ALL TICKETS INCLUDE ONE MEAL TICKET THERE IS A $5 GATE FEE FOR MERRILLVILLE RESIDENTS & A $10 GA

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Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament18Trending

Game Night · Replay Lincoln Park · Lincoln Park · Tue, Jul 28 · 6:30 PM

Check out Super Smash Bros. Melee Tournament at Replay Lincoln Park in Chicago on July 28, 2026 and get detailed info for the event - tickets, photos, video and reviews.

GIRLS NIGHT OUT17Popular

Club · 3043 North Knox Avenue · — · Fri, Jul 31 · 9:00 PM

36 people interested

Calling all Chicago girlies. We’re taking over Proximo for a gals-only open house: part play night, part hang, all vibes. No partner? No problem. No clue how to play? Even better. Just show up in comfy clothes, bring your friends (or come solo), and we’ll handle the rest. WHAT’S

Thryve Fest Tuesdays10

Professional · South Shore Cultural Center · — · Tue, Jul 28 · 6:00 PM

We are THRIVIN all summer! And leading up to the launch of Thryve Fest on September 19....(SAVE THE DATE) Join us every Tuesday this summer for a wellness workout and mixer with some of our featured instructors and special guests. THIS WEEK features Morgan Nicole Martin owner/Fou

ascend: after hours8

Electronic · After Hours · TBA - West Town · — · Sat, Aug 1 · 6:00 PM

3 people interested

step into The Jungle and be surrounded by lights, nature, and sound hidden in the industrial streets of chicago's west side, this venue is not one to miss dancing until dawn with no way to tell time put your phone away and make friends deep, dark, sensual, and pulsating tracks to

Trade Thursday Kickback7

Meet People · The Bar 10 Doors · West Loop · Thu, Jul 30 · 6:00 PM

Trade Thursday Kickback Looking for a chill Thursday night after work? Trade Thursday Kickback is where the vibe is relaxed, social, and fun. We actually play games, talk, and kick it— Spades & game night energy $1.50 wings Drink specials Full kitchen open It’s like we took a hou

Wellsey Unplugged: Live Listening Lounge Experience6

Meet People · Wellsey tavern · River North · Wed, Jul 29 · 7:00 PM

Step in and play a set. Yappy Hour is a midweek social mixer blending music, conversation, cocktails, and culture in the heart of River North. We’re opening the decks to DJs looking to get seen, build their sound, and earn a spot on future Wellsey lineups. Open spin from 7PM–11PM

Singles Social Mixer Oak Park, IL Cooper's Hawk5

Mixer · Social Mixer · Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant · — · Sun, Aug 2 · 6:00 PM

Women’s Circle : Sunset Social4

Fitness Class · Burnham Park Outdoor Fitness Station · — · Thu, Jul 30 · 7:00 PM

Please be sure to do registration form spot isn’t confirmed until form is completed. Registration form: https://gformsapp.com/f/1AlFf0vuZjDAB31mQjm2OeYIDUPQqaZsSQpgXXmH61wM/en/ Making friends as an adult can feel harder than it should. So instead of waiting for community to find

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Lakefront Mixer

Meet People · — · Thu, Jul 30 · 4:30 AM

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Table 27: Berwyn | Dinner with New Friends

Dining · — · Wed, Aug 26 · 7:00 PM

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Chicago Walk/Run Club

Run Club · — · Wed, Aug 26 · 6:30 PM

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All 15 of them

Thryve Fest TuesdaysFree

Professional · — · Tue, Jul 28 · 6:00 PM

Morning 5k Run - All Levels WelcomeFree

Run Club · Lakeview · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:30 AM

High Score: Trivia Night - Pinstripes, Oakbrook, ILFree

Trivia Night · — · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:00 PM

High Score: Trivia Night - Pinstripes, Northbrook, ILFree

Trivia Night · — · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:00 PM

Chicago Walk/Run ClubFree

Run Club · — · Wed, Jul 29 · 6:30 PM

DSFIT2RUN/ SANKOFA BONNE SANTE 3-Mile Walk & 5-Mile Run SeriesFree

Run Club · — · Thu, Jul 30 · 6:00 PM

Where it's busiest · next 30 days

Two neighborhoods to know

Lakeview20 events · next 30 days

A distinct part of Chicago, Lakeview has its own mix of gathering places, local landmarks, and street-level character.

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River North13 events · next 30 days

A central, gallery-rich district with polished dining, nightlife, and major cultural destinations packed into walkable blocks.

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The month's mix · 121 meet people events

Run Club ×25

Speed Dating ×20

Trivia Night ×11

Professional ×7

Social Mixer ×4

Dining ×4Singles Event ×3Themed Party ×3Watch Party ×3Electronic ×3Ladies Only ×2Fitness Class ×2Pilates ×2Board Game ×2Bar ×2Club ×2Dating ×2Game Night ×1Education ×1Day Party ×1After Hours ×1Church Event ×1Mixer ×1Industry Event ×1Dance Class ×1Fitness ×1Concert ×1Tasting ×1

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Wednesday is the main event

All 121 events by weekday · hover a bar

Meet People events cluster on Wednesdays over the next 30 days.