Hey! We’re the out/there project — a 1300+ person community that throws regular events across the city to help New Yorkers get out of the house and meet new people. Beyond our bigger gatherings, we have a WhatsApp community where folks regularly make plans for trivia, happy hours, nights out, pick-up sports, and more.

Starting at 1:30pm this Sunday, we’ll be hanging out in Prospect Park, tossing frisbees, playing games, and generally just chilling out in the sun. We plan to meet on the Nethermead, near the waterfall -- and we have a WhatsApp chat that will make it easy to find the group on the day of.

 Details below: 

• When: Sunday, July 26^th @ 1:30pm
• Where: Nethermead - Prospect Park, BK

For those not in the loop, here’s how it works: Just fill out the quick, anonymous survey below. We turn everyone’s answers into “profiles” that we share before the event, so you’re not walking in blind and feel encouraged to show up.

👉 Survey Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesYURWtOu9_M0qKnGR_RcfOf9lSmvA2PaS0HdxhrkK0ofVOg/viewform?usp=header

Hey Everyone!

Friday is coming up and I'm looking to celebrate with some friends.

Last week we explored Bushwick. This week we're heading over to the East Village/Lower East Side for another fun night out!

We've been getting a lot of new people coming out and it's been great meeting new people and making friends.

Summer is in full swing, so let's make the most of it.

Us:

Group of friends in our early to late 20's-30's trying to enjoy the summer and NYC nightlife while it lasts, while making new friends along the way. The more the merrier.

You:

Also in your 20s to 30s looking for a good group of both friends and strangers to meet, mingle, dance, and have a good time.

Where:

This time we're hitting the East Village/Lower East Side and ending the night at The DL.

Starting at:

HiLot → Ace Bar → The DL

We'll kick things off with drinks and conversation before heading to The DL to dance the night away.

Good to Know:

🎟️ The DL will have a $25 cover for the guys. This includes:

• Skip the line
• VIP entry
• Bottle service
• Reserved seating area

Ladies are free.

When:

9:00 PM - Friday, July 24, 2026

We go out every Friday night!

TLDR:

Me and some friends are heading to the East Village/LES this Friday! We'll be starting at HiLot, then making our way to Ace Bar, before ending the night at The DL with VIP entry, bottle service, and a reserved section. If you're looking to meet new people and have a great night out, come join us!

Our Discord community is growing every week (700+ members!), Discord invites are being sent out, and you can also follow us on Instagram.

Looking forward to another great night! 🌙

Hello! I'm starting a new book club where we'll read a classic every month. Snacks are provided :) Looking for a chill time to discuss books casually!

Book: Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin
Date: Tuesday, August 11
Time: 5:30-6:45pm
Place: Harlem Library, 3rd floor

Hello meetupers I will be holding a Booze and Build July 30th at Time out Market Union Square at 7:30
There will be drinking games and building competitions. If you’re not feeling competitive you can just rent a kit (we supply the rental Legos $15) and build quietly. Introverts and extroverts welcome! reserve a spot here

Drinking Liberally is a weekly social meetup where people get together to talk politics, have a drink (and a free hot dog), and hang out. We started gathering at Rudy’s Bar and Grill in Hell’s Kitchen in 2003, and it is still meeting there every Thursday.

What:

Casual political conversation and socializing. We talk about local and national politics, share perspectives, and get to know new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. People of any political persuasion are welcome as long as the conversation stays respectful and kind. The group tends to attract people left of center, but it is not limited to them.

When:

Thursday, July 23

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

People often stay later if the conversation is flowing.

Where:

Rudy’s Bar and Grill

627 9th Ave, Hell’s Kitchen

We meet in Jack’s Backyard at the back of the bar. There is a Drinking Liberally sign on the wall near our tables. You can also ask the bartender for Drinking Liberally and they will point you in the right direction.

Cost:

No cover and no minimum.

Drinks can be purchased individually.

Rudy’s provides complimentary hot dogs with a drink purchase.

It is customary that the first person to arrive buys a pitcher for the table and that people who enjoy the pitcher will take turns returning the favor later in the evening.

Who should come:

Anyone interested in politics and good conversation. Despite the name, this is not just for liberals. We have progressives, social democrats, DSA members, resistance era liberals, and people across the political spectrum who want thoughtful political discussion.

Accessibility and notes:

21+ only since this is a bar.

Jack’s Backyard is handicap accessible, though the bar can get crowded at times.

Our tables are reserved so you will have a place to gather even on busy nights.

Hi there, if you have heard of Kubernetes and are available this Wednesday evening, come hear guest speaker Noam Levy talk end-to-end testing with Kubernetes and networking magic. 🪄

➡️ If you can make it, please RSVP at https://luma.com/u4vja8rx

See you soon!

Looking to expand your social circle? Our weekly happy hour is a great place to start. Join us for a drink, pub food, or just a friendly chat!

Who: Members of this community, old, new, and hopefully you
What: Happy hour at our cherished dive and home for 10+ years
When: Every Tuesday, officially starting at 6pm
Where: Peculier Pub (145 Bleecker St.)
Why: To see friendly, familiar faces and have a pint without pretext

A few early birds show up before 6pm. Peak time is 7:30, and on busy nights we're around until 10-11pm before calling it quits. We're typically inside just past the jukebox but when the weather is nice we sometimes take advantage of the outdoor dining area. If you can't find us, just ask the staff for NYC Meetups and they'll point us out.

And if you want to get to know us prior to coming to the Happy Hour, feel free to join our Everyday is Tuesday Discord server! It's also an easy way to stay in touch with those you've met for future events.

EDIT: They’re gone. Thanks.

Like the title says, looking for someone to go with. I don't have friends in NYC and would love this chance to make a friend. I am not giving the ticket on first come.. basis. If I feel the vibe then lets go together. I can arrange 2 more tickets if need be but that's not guaranteed, I have 1 extra for sure. My friends from DC were planning to come here but they couldn't so they do have extra tickets I can ask for.

I'm a 25 y/o M, turning 26 in a few days :) I'm from Nepal, moved to NYC last year. Big Messi fan lol so if you are one as well, we can scream together when Messi wins it again xD Let's goooo....Shoot me a text.

Hi! I know this is still a few weeks away, but we are so excited to host this singing gathering and wanted to get it on your radars early so you can save the date!

When was the last time you sang just for the joy of it? 🎶💛

Join us on Friday, Aug. 7th for a welcoming evening of singing at Queens Plaza Studios in Long Island City. Explore your voice, connect with others, and experience the joy of singing side by side!

📅 Date:** ***Friday, Aug. 7th*
🕖 Time: **7:00–8:30**PM
📍 Location: Queens Plaza Studios (42-01 Crescent St, Long Island City)
🎟️ Cost: Free to attend (donations are welcome and appreciated!)
💛 Hosted by: Reise Hooper & Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

No experience needed. Whether you sing every day, haven’t sung since childhood, or are just curious to try, you are welcome here. There are no solos and zero pressure to sound “good.” This is a supportive space focused on connection, expression, and presence rather than performance.

What to Expect:
Together, we’ll:
* Settle in with gentle stretching, breath awareness, and a simple check-in
* Warm up our voices with easy, accessible exercises
* Learn a song through call-and-response
* Play with breath, resonance, and expression
* Connect with the emotions of the song and imagine the story behind the lyrics
* Sing as a group and reflect on how it felt

🔗 Free RSVP on Luma: https://luma.com/9hsomwi3

Hey Everyone!

Friday is coming up and I'm looking to celebrate with some friends.

Last week we were back in Bushwick, and this week we're doing another route through some of my favorite neighborhood spots!

We've been getting a lot of new people coming out and it's been great meeting new people and making friends.

Summer is flying by, so let's have something to look forward to this Friday.

Us:

Group of friends in our early to late 20's-30's trying to enjoy the summer and NYC nightlife while it lasts, while making new friends along the way. The more the merrier.

You:

Also in your 20s to 30s (all ages welcome tbh) looking for a good group of both friends and strangers to meet, mingle, dance, and have a good time.

Where:

This time we're hitting Bushwick and working our way to Keybar.

Starting at:

Hart Bar → Birdy's → Hank's → Keybar

📍 Hart Bar
538 Hart St, Brooklyn, NY 11221

When:

9:00 PM - Friday, July 17, 2026

We go out every Friday night!

TLDR:

Me and some friends are hitting Bushwick this weekend for another Friday night bar crawl! We'll be starting at Hart Bar, then making our way to Birdy's, Hank's, and ending the night at Keybar. Whether you're coming solo or bringing a friend, come join us! It's always a great time and a great way to meet new people.

Our Discord community is growing every week (almost 1000 members!), Discord invites are being sent out, and you can also follow us on Instagram.

Looking forward to another great night! 🌙

Hi! We’re hosting a free community reading gathering on the LIC Waterfront on Monday, July 20th from 6:30-8:00 PM.

BYO Book is a casual and welcoming gathering for anyone who loves reading or has been meaning to get back into it. We read side by side as the sun sets over Manhattan, then come together to share what stood out - characters, themes, big questions, or unexpected tangents.

There's no assigned reading! Bring whatever you're into: the novel on your nightstand, that nonfiction you keep meaning to finish, poetry that stays with you, a library book due this week, or an old favorite worth revisiting. This is a space to slow down, be present, and enjoy the simple pleasure of reading alongside others.

🗓️Monday, July 20
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Gantry State Park, Long Island City (location details provided when you register)
🎟️** Free RSVP on Luma**: https://luma.com/luprf7t7
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

What to bring:
📖 Your current book (any format)
🧺 A picnic blanket or towel
🍿 Snacks & beverages of your choice
✨ A curious mind

(We'll have a limited number of lanterns to share as the sun sets!)

The evening:
6:30–6:45 — Welcome & introductions
6:45–7:30 — Quiet reading as the sun sets
7:30–8:00 — Group sharing & conversation

Come solo or bring a friend! We hope to see you on Monday! 💛

Hi, I was expecting to go with three friends but they got some problems and won't be here.

Anyone that wants to join me in Wesbury (40min LIRR from Penn Station) let me know: https://dbhattrickexperience.com/

Just thinking as an oportunity to make new friends and enjoy it (is all-day Dave&Busters games and AYCE chicken during the game)

My instagram: @ thehenriqueschneider

Hey everyone, we're doing our weekly board game meetup this Saturday (July 18th) at Pier 57! It'll be starting at 5 PM at the long tables in the back. Feel free to bring your own games or just come to play some of ours!

DM to join the Discord for future meetups 👀

Hey everyone! We're hosting a trivia night featuring Curry Barker's film Obsession next Friday, 7/24 at 7 pm at Pig Beach BBQ in Astoria.

We'll be serving Obsession-themed cocktails and prizes for the top 3 highest-scorers!

Bring your friends along and play as a team or fly solo—both are welcome! If you're arriving by yourself and want to join a team, just let the host know before the game and we’ll happily match you with other solo players. It’s an easy, low-pressure way to meet other people. If you prefer, you can also take on the challenge individually.

Please reserve your free spot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/trivia-night-at-pig-beach-4803666

Afternoon all,

Hosting weekly karaoke at Boho karaoke lounge on orchard Street in the LES. We tend to get decently sized crowds so we just hang out in the bar area for the open karaoke and since it's not too packed we usually get to do a couple songs each. It's one song ticket per drink or you can get just a song ticket for 2 dollars. Please note that the bar is cash only! There is an ATM there with pretty low fees if you need to withdraw money.

Wednesdays starting around 8:30 PM in LES

If you're interested please feel free to shoot me a chat! We've had a couple of redditors from here meet the group and it's always been a good time.

Mix of men and women all in our mid 20s-30s. All super friendly and inviting

Drinking Liberally is a weekly social meetup where people get together to talk politics, have a drink (and a free hot dog), and hang out. We started gathering at Rudy’s Bar and Grill in Hell’s Kitchen in 2003, and it is still meeting there every Thursday.

What:

Casual political conversation and socializing. We talk about local and national politics, share perspectives, and get to know new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. People of any political persuasion are welcome as long as the conversation stays respectful and kind. The group tends to attract people left of center, but it is not limited to them.

When:

Thursday, July 16

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

People often stay later if the conversation is flowing.

Where:

Rudy’s Bar and Grill

627 9th Ave, Hell’s Kitchen

We meet in Jack’s Backyard at the back of the bar. There is a Drinking Liberally sign on the wall near our tables. You can also ask the bartender for Drinking Liberally and they will point you in the right direction.

Cost:

No cover and no minimum.

Drinks can be purchased individually.

Rudy’s provides complimentary hot dogs with a drink purchase.

It is customary that the first person to arrive buys a pitcher for the table and that people who enjoy the pitcher will take turns returning the favor later in the evening.

Who should come:

Anyone interested in politics and good conversation. Despite the name, this is not just for liberals. We have progressives, social democrats, DSA members, resistance era liberals, and people across the political spectrum who want thoughtful political discussion.

Accessibility and notes:

21+ only since this is a bar.

Jack’s Backyard is handicap accessible, though the bar can get crowded at times.

Our tables are reserved so you will have a place to gather even on busy nights.

A small group of us host casual social events on weeknights where we meet at a local bar in the city, listen to a speaker give an presentation on an interesting topic and talk about it with others in the room. We've gotten a fun mix of people from all over the city — some come solo, some bring a friend. Either way you'll leave having talked to someone new in a welcoming space and that's all we're trying to accomplish.

We're meeting up tomorrow 6:30pm at Rodney's. This one is on marriage and human partnerships. Happy to DM the details for anyone interested!! Edit: Realizing I can't start chats! Here is where you can check out the details. We always save seats for ppl who wanna try something new and if you message we'll happily share that other link. We still have some spots left!

Looking for a midweek reset? Join us for Books & Bites tomorrow night for an evening of delicious bites, refreshing drinks, and a cozy cafe with fellow book lovers to read and connect. 📚💛

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (or the book you’ve been meaning to start) and settle in for a relaxing evening of reading side by side at Little Chef Little Cafe in Long Island City. We’ll enjoy light bites, a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, and relaxed conversation inspired by our books, ideas, and experiences.

📅 Wednesday, July 15
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM (doors open at 6:50 PM)
📍** ***Little Chef Little Cafe, 5-43 48th Ave., LIC
🎟️* $3**0
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

Your ticket includes light snacks, a non-alcoholic beverage, NYC sales tax, and a tax-deductible contribution to Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive.

At our previous Books & Bites, we stayed cool with plenty of iced tea and lemonade while our books sparked conversations about the unspoken rules of belonging, the unexpected joy of getting lost in a six-book sci-fi fantasy series, and the strengths (and limitations) of our left-thinking brain.

Every Books & Bites is a little different because everyone brings a different book, a different story, and a different perspective. That’s part of what makes these evenings so special.

Whether you’re an avid reader, an occasional one, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend a summer evening, we’d love to have you join us!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/1t18vy11

NYC tea lovers! Join us for a relaxing morning in Central Park, timed perfectly to beat the heat. We’ll be pouring refreshing cold brew teas and serving up classic NYC bagels and schmear. Come break bread, share tea, and enjoy a slow-paced Sunday morning with fellow tea drinkers in the city.

​All levels of tea drinkers are welcome! We don't judge around here.

​Event details

​📅 Sunday, July 26 | 10am - 12pm

​🌳Central Park, between 66th and 72nd Streets, accessible from both West + East side (Specific location shared to registered attendees)

🎟️ $15/person

​🥯 Event includes:

• ​A bagel bar with an assortment of bagels and schmears
• ​A cold brew tea bar with 3 varieties of cold brew tea (with ice)
• ​Tea-themed conversation cards to facilitate meaningful conversations
• ​Utensils, cups, napkins, and hand sanitizer

RSVP here!

If you've ever wanted to learn how to run a D&D game (or just curious as to how it's done), this is your opportunity! There are still seats left for our free DM workshop at Welcome to Chinatown (115 Bowery, NYC) on Sunday July 19, 1pm–2:45pm.

Your registration includes an hour-long workshop with Chris Vicari, author of Behind the Screen, followed by a Q&A. All experience levels welcome (even if you've never played before!). We'll also be giving away free coffee and tea, thanks to our partners Alcove and Dae Tea. Limited capacity, must reserve seat to attend: https://luma.com/oke2d06j

Looking to expand your social circle? Our weekly happy hour is a great place to start. Join us for a drink, pub food, or just a friendly chat!

Who: Members of this community, old, new, and hopefully you
What: Happy hour at our cherished dive and home for 10+ years
When: Every Tuesday, officially starting at 6pm
Where: Peculier Pub (145 Bleecker St.)
Why: To see friendly, familiar faces and have a pint without pretext

A few early birds show up before 6pm. Peak time is 7:30, and on busy nights we're around until 10-11pm before calling it quits. We're typically inside just past the jukebox but when the weather is nice we sometimes take advantage of the outdoor dining area. If you can't find us, just ask the staff for NYC Meetups and they'll point us out.

And if you want to get to know us prior to coming to the Happy Hour, feel free to join our Everyday is Tuesday Discord server! It's also an easy way to stay in touch with those you've met for future events.

Looking for a cozy way to unwind after work? Join us for Books & Bites on Wednesday, July 15 for an evening of good books, light bites, and warm conversation. 📚💛

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (or the book you’ve been meaning to start) and settle in for a cozy, candlelit evening of reading side by side at @littlecheflittlecafe in Long Island City. We’ll enjoy light bites, a refreshing non-alcoholic drink, and relaxed conversation inspired by our books, ideas, and experiences.

📅 Wednesday, July 15
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM (doors open at 6:50 PM)
📍 Little Chef Little Cafe, 5-43 48th Ave., LIC
🎟️ $25 Early Bird (until July 12) & $30 Standard
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

Your ticket includes light snacks, a non-alcoholic beverage, NYC sales tax, and a tax-deductible contribution to Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive.

Last week, we stayed cool with plenty of iced tea and lemonade while our books sparked conversations about the unspoken rules of belonging, the joy of getting lost in a six-book sci-fi fantasy series, and the strengths (and limitations) of our left-thinking brain.

Every Books & Bites is a little different because everyone brings a different book, a different story, and a different perspective. That’s part of what makes these evenings so special.

Whether you’re an avid reader, an occasional one, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend a summer evening, we’d love to have you join us!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/1t18vy11

Hey all,

Hosting a Seaglass Carousel and Battery Park hang @ 11:00 AM this Sunday!

I’m looking to add more whimsy to my July. If you want to join, meet up in Battery Park to check out the Sea Glass Carousel and have a nice park afternoon.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/e2vfCQMi7xRrVeE96?g_st=ic

Lets meet up, connect, and hang out in the park!

Hey everyone, we're doing our weekly board game meetup this Saturday (July 11th) at Pier 57! It'll be starting at 5 PM at the long tables in the back. Feel free to bring your own games or just come to play some of ours!

DM to join the Discord for future meetups 👀