New York Friends (8,000+ Friends)

New York, NY, US

8,678 members · Public group

Organized by Lou Smith and 14 others

What we’re about

For a full list of our upcoming Meetup events go to - https://dljparty.ticketleap.com

You can also get more details to any of our Meetups at - https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/upcoming
P.S. As a thank you for joining our group, be sure to check your new member welcome email for a discount code to be used towards your first Meetup event.
* Meet People from All Walks of Life *
If you are culture, social, and/or fun lover, this is the group for you!!
If you are a newcomer or have been living in New York all your life, welcome!

Upcoming events (4+)

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Sun, Jun 15, 2025, 1:00 PM EDTPaint In Central Park (Bucket List Event)
East Pinetum, New York, NY
$35.00
*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT - https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/paint-in-the-park/dates/ (*Prepay Only Event. Need to purchase in advance. )

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH A PICNIC'N PAINT IN CENTRAL PARK. Come join us in a relaxed, creative and social setting. We will be painting in central park. No experience necessary!

Included: a pre-sketched canvas, unlimited painting materials (brushes, acrylic paints etc.) and a take home bag. No smocks so please dress appropriately. Please bring something to sit on.

What to expect:
• Step-by-step, group-oriented painting instruction, which is designed to simultaneously entertain and enlighten our members.
• We'll have a professional artist guide you through a featured painting that is yours to keep and proudly display. And don’t worry — no experience is necessary.
• 2 hour course lead that teaches you the art of mixing colors, blending and painting techniques.
• All supplies provided - 12x16 pre-sketched canvas, unlimited acrylic paint (water based), brushes, and aprons.

DIRECTIONS TO FIND GROUP:
We are located in a cul-de-sac at PINETUM EAST. We will be behind this row of benches (right under the trees). If you are coming from the east side you can find us by entering Central Park on East 84th street. Walk up the ramp, cross over the road and head west. If you are traveling from the west side we are east of the basketball courts.

FAQs:
What if it rains? We will email attendees a rain date.
Can I still attend If I don't know how to paint? Yes, there's no experience necessary.
Can I come alone? Yes, about 80% come on their own.
Is this age specific? No, all are welcome.
Cost? $35-$45, price goes up as the event date gets closer. This event will sell out. Can't purchase at the door.

For more fun events:
Follow: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283
Click: https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/
1 attendee
Tue, Jun 17, 2025, 8:45 PM EDT80s & 90s Trivia Night (Music, Movies, TV & Win Prizes!)
Needs location
$15.00
*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT [- https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=12702#tix
(*Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a small % attending.

ABOUT:
Let's take it back to a simpler (and a lot more fun) time! Our 80s & 90s Trivia Night is of our most popular and well attended online meetups. Categories will be 80s & 90s Movies, Music, Sports, Pop Culture, Television). Prizes include Amazon Gift Cards and more!!

HOW IT WORKS:
You can attend via a computer & Webcam or Smartphone/Ipad/Tablet.
This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. In addition you get to meet and interact with other participants.

At game time, your host will read off 80s & 90s Trivia questions. Your goal is to come up with the right answer to each question and write it down on your paper. Once the round is over (about 6 questions), we will go through the answers and determine who had the highest score for the round. They will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize at the end of the event.

We will have multiple rounds of play and have a system to also virtually introduce you to other participants.

HOW DO YOU FIND THE VIRTUAL ROOM:
After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation with the zoom link ON DAY OF THE EVENT.

RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event.

*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT -
https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=12702#tix
Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register.

For more fun events:
Follow: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283
Click: https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/
21 attendees+16
Wed, Jun 18, 2025, 6:30 PM EDT"Speakeasy" Speed Friending (Expand Your Social Network)
HANDCRAFT KITCHEN AND COCKTAILS, New York, NY
*GET TICKETS AT - https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/speed-friending-inperson/dates/ (*Ignore any references to when you RSVP you can pay organizer directly. This is a Meetup glitch that they hopefully fix. This is a prepay event and only way to attend is to get ticket in advance at link above).

**All of our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Members just get tickets and don't RSVP.

Meet new people and make new friends in a secret Speakeasy! Come expand your social circle at this fun and friendly event! Prior to the event, we will provide you with some ice breaker questions that you can use, or you can make up your own. At the event, participants will be broken up into groups of 3-4 people.

The group will stay together for about 5-10 minutes and at the end of the round, half of the participants will move to a new station and start a new round, meeting new people.

*****1 item minimum purchase (drinks, non alcoholic is ok, and/or food)

FAQs:
How many will attend? This is a MULTI-GROUP partner Meetup. We will have a good number of members attending.

Can I come alone? Yes. 95% of those attending will be coming on their own. This is a great way to network, connect and make new friends!

Is this age-specific? We usually get a good mix of ages to attend.

Do I need to get ticket in advance? Yes. Prepay only event. $19-$25 depending upon available spaces/how early you purchase ticket

For more fun events:
Click: https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/
Follow: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283
23 attendees+18
Thu, Jun 19, 2025, 6:30 PM EDTFun & Games Happy Hour
Playwright Celtic Pub, New York, NY
*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT - https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/fun--games-singles-night/dates/ (This event is being co-organized and promoted by multiple groups. This page only shows a very small portion of the actual attendees. Based on pre-sales already, we expect to have a good # attending.)

The night consists of three rounds of different games based on different game shows. After each game you will randomly switch teams, giving you a chance to meet all of the attendees. So, put on your competitive hat and join us for a night of gaming, socializing, and winning!

How it works:

Arrive at 6:30pm for food and drinks at the bar/lounge.

At 7pm we will create teams of 4-5. After each round you will rotate to a new team.

Pay as you go for food and drinks on a separate check. Please arrive early if you wish to eat. (Although you will be able to eat while playing if coming late.)

The games played that night may be loosely based on Family Feud, Wheel Of Fortune, Jeopardy and others.

FAQs:
Can I come alone? Most come on their own. If you don't know anyone, the ice-breakers will help you meet others. Come alone or bring a friend - either way you'll feel comfortable and have a great time.

How many members will be attending? This is a multi-Meetup group event. This page only shows a very small portion of the actual attendees.

Is there a dress code? Whatever you have on from work is fine.

Ages? All welcome 21 and over. We usually get a good mix of ages.

*Limited # of tickets available for $15. Price will go up to $20 as event gets closer. No tix sold at door.

To find more fun events:
Follow: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283
Click: https://dljparty.ticketleap.com/
21 attendees+16