About us
New Friends Denver is now called Mingle New Friends!
Looking to make new friends in Denver? Our friendship-focused events help you meet people easily — no dating or networking pressure. Whether you're new to the city, recently moved neighborhoods, or just want to expand your social circle, Mingle New Friends is your place.
It's easy to come alone and leave with new friends. We design every event to spark natural conversation and make introductions feel effortless.
Come alone or bring a friend. Leave with more friends.
Our Friendship focused events include:
Happy Hours
Relaxed drinks at Denver's best bars. The perfect low-key setting to meet new faces.
Game Nights
Board games, card games, and trivia. Laughter is the fastest way to make a friend.
Restaurant Meetups
Explore Denver's food scene together. From tacos to dim sum — good food, great company.
Activity Events
Hikes, hot springs, and Colorado adventures. Explore the outdoors with your new crew.
Themed Parties
Fun themed nights that give everyone something to talk about from the moment they walk in.
Workshops
Learn something new alongside others. Shared experiences make the best friendships.
Whether you're new to Denver or simply ready to meet more people, Mingle New Friends offers a welcoming space to build lasting connections across the city.
If you're new to Denver, recently single, happily single, or just tired of scrolling — Mingle Denver makes it easy to connect with real people in real life.
More at www.mingledenver.com
Upcoming events
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Taco Tuesday, $2 Tacos, $7 Margaritas (DOWNTOWN)
Cantina, 1416 Market St, Denver, CO 80202, Denver, CO, USRight in the heart of LoDo on Market Street, Cantina brings the kind of energy that makes you want to stay all night. Think glowing neon lights, warm downtown patio vibes, DJ music, handcrafted margaritas, fresh tacos coming out nonstop, and a lively crowd all packed into one of downtown Denver’s coolest modern cantinas.
This isn’t your average Taco Tuesday. Cantina has a Mexico City-inspired atmosphere with great music, incredible customer service, and a fun social vibe that feels welcoming the second you walk through the door. Whether you’re meeting friends, grabbing drinks after work, planning a date night, or just looking for a fun night downtown, this is the spot.
Enjoy:
🌮 $2 tacos
🍺 $4 Modelos
🍹 $7 house margaritas
🎶 DJ music & great energy🔥 Fresh tacos, cold drinks, and a packed downtown atmosphere
Come hang out, grab a margarita, load up on tacos, and enjoy one of the best Taco Tuesday nights in Denver.🗓 Tuesday, September 22nd
🕖 7PM – 9PM
📍 Cantina Mexican Restaurant 1416 Market St, Denver, CO 80202
📍 LoDo • Market Street • Downtown DenverStreet parking nearby and paid garage parking available across the street and beside the building. 15-minute walk from Downtown Union Station.
Free to attend. Pay your own tab and tip your server. 2 item minimum. Donations appreciated!
https://venmo.com/u/Saura-Johnston
https://cash.app/$sauraj
https://www.paypal.me/saurajohnstonSee you there!
7 attendees- $15.00

45-55 Speed Dating (RiNo)
Olive & Finch, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA, Denver, CO, USWe are back with Speed Dating! This event is for ages 45-55.
Due to this being a bar, you must be 21+ to enter this space. $15 TicketsThis event is for Women seeking to date Men monogamously. Please do not come if you are not open to being in a relationship. Please invite friends! Please have them also RSVP here so I can plan accordingly.
Speed dating is a safe space to meet a lot of people without experiencing in-person rejection. Think of Speed Dating as a Pre First Date. Dress to impress for your dates. Hygiene and clothing are important to making a great first impression. Once you meet someone you are interested in going on a longer date with, indicate this in your sheet to the host. The host will connect you of the feeling is mutual for dating or friendship.
Attendees agree to adhere to the following rules during and after the event:
- Attendees agree to not trade any contact information. Asking for contact information is grounds for ban from the meetup group. Host will facilitate all connections after the event.
- While exchanging info is prohibited, buying drinks, food or bringing flowers is encouraged to make a great impression on those you find attractive. We love romance.
- Attendees agree to avoid the following topics during the event and after party: Politics, Distressing Current Events, Sex and intimacy, Money, Divorce or Breakup details, Chronic Health Crisis, and Bad dates. Focus on your strengths and shared values as a potential match.
- Hook up culture is expressly banned from this group. Do not attend any dating events in this group of you are only seeking hookups. There are plenty of apps for that. This group is for people seeking real relationships.
- Be kind and respectful to all attendees. Body shaming, name calling, and bullying of any kind is expressly prohibited and will result in a ban from this group. Do not even do so jokingly. You could be misunderstood.
We will start check-in at 6:30. Aim to arrive between 6-6:30pm. You’ll have time to park, grab drinks, use the restroom. From 7-7:30 we will play an icebreaker game with awesome prizes. At 7:30pm sharp we will start speed dating. Please don't be late. Come by 7:30 or earlier or you might be turned away with no refund!
There is paid street parking in downtown. There are several paid lots beside the bar. This bar is located at Union Station and easy to reach by transit. Please do not drink and drive. This event will happen regardless of inclement weather but will be canceled if the venue loses power for some reason.
We can go bar hopping in downtown after the event depending on the vibes. I hope some new romance sparks from this event :)
I am fundraising to cover our $44/month Meetup
Dues. Donations are very appreciated at:
https://venmo.com/u/Saura-Johnston
https://cash.app/$sauraj
https://www.paypal.me/saurajohnstonCome and make new friends and maybe find love! See you there.
4 attendees - $15.00

55+ Speed Dating! (DOWNTOWN)
Olive & Finch, 1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202, USA, Denver, CO, USWe are back with Speed Dating! This event is for ages 55+.
Due to this being a bar, you must be 21+ to enter this space. $15 Tickets
This event is for Women seeking to date Men monogamously. Please do not come if you are not open to being in a relationship. Please invite friends! Please have them also RSVP here so I can plan accordingly.
Speed dating is a safe space to meet a lot of people without experiencing in-person rejection. Think of Speed Dating as a Pre First Date. Dress to impress for your dates. Hygiene and clothing are important to making a great first impression. Once you meet someone you are interested in going on a longer date with, indicate this in your sheet to the host. The host will connect you of the feeling is mutual for dating or friendship.
Attendees agree to adhere to the following rules during and after the event:
- Attendees agree to not trade any contact information. Asking for contact information is grounds for ban from the meetup group. Host will facilitate all connections after the event.
- While exchanging info is prohibited, buying drinks, food or bringing flowers is encouraged to make a great impression on those you find attractive. We love romance.
- Attendees agree to avoid the following topics during the event and after party: Politics, Distressing Current Events, Sex and intimacy, Money, Divorce or Breakup details, Chronic Health Crisis, and Bad dates. Focus on your strengths and shared values as a potential match.
- Hook up culture is expressly banned from this group. Do not attend any dating events in this group of you are only seeking hookups. There are plenty of apps for that. This group is for people seeking real relationships.
- Be kind and respectful to all attendees. Body shaming, name calling, and bullying of any kind is expressly prohibited and will result in a ban from this group. Do not even do so jokingly. You could be misunderstood.
We will start check-in at 5:00pm. Aim to arrive between 5-5:30pm. You’ll have time to park, grab drinks, use the restroom. From 5:30-6 we will play an icebreaker game with awesome prizes. At 6pm sharp we will start speed dating. Please don't be late. Come by 6pm or earlier or you might be turned away with no refund!
There is paid street parking. There are some paid lots beside the bar. This bar is located inside Union Station so easy to reach by transit. Please do not drink and drive. This event will happen regardless of inclement weather but will be canceled if the venue loses power for some reason.
We can go bar hopping in Downtown after the event depending on the vibes. I hope some new romance sparks from this event :)
I am fundraising to cover our $44/month Meetup
Dues. Donations are very appreciated at:
https://venmo.com/u/Saura-Johnston
https://cash.app/$sauraj
https://www.paypal.me/saurajohnstonCome and make new friends and maybe find love! See you there.
3 attendees
Past events
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