

About us
Looking for fun and interesting things to do in Bristol? Here is the kind of thing you can expect: pub quizzes, live music, comedy nights, wine tasting, brunches and Sunday roasts, kayaking and paddleboarding, murder mystery nights, board game cafes, pub crawls, scenic walks, coffee meetups and craft workshops.
Socialise is a social club for meeting new people and making friends. Since 2023 we have grown to 3,500+ members with a 4.8-star rating, running hosted events every week. What members mention most: welcoming hosts, meeting new people, and feeling safe.
What We Run Every Week...
Join the group and you get access to all of our activity strands:
- Outdoors and water sports: walking groups around Ashton Court, Harbourside strolls, summer BBQs, plus kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding on the harbour.
- Games and social mixers: murder mystery nights, pub quizzes, speed friending, board game cafe nights, and retro sports days.
- Nightlife and pub meetups: weekend pub crawls, craft beer nights, live music, and comedy across Stokes Croft, Southville and the city centre.
- Sober socials and cafe culture: coffee meetups, pottery and craft workshops, book clubs, and independent cinema trips.
- Food and drink: brunch meetups, Sunday roasts, wine tasting, and local food market tours.
- Safe and inclusive spaces: LGBTQ+ socials and women-only friend-making groups.
…Coming to Your First Meetup Alone?
Most of our members come to their first event on their own. You will not be left scanning the room for a group of strangers. Every Socialise gathering has a named host who meets you at the door, introduces you around, and makes sure you are not standing on your own.
Group Guidelines and Safety
- Strictly platonic: a space to make genuine friends, not a dating app or a singles night.
- Member privacy: please do not message other members online unless you have met them at an event in person first.
- No drama: be yourself. Zero tolerance for harassment, drama or disrespect.
- Media consent: we take photos and video at events for social media. Tell your host on arrival if you would rather not appear in them.
How to Join Socialise Bristol
Browse the upcoming events, RSVP to anything that appeals, and turn up. That is it.
We run a mix of free community socials and ticketed events, which is what lets us keep hosting at this standard across Bristol.
Community info: https://www.socialise.events
Come find your people.
Upcoming events
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Pottery and Pints🏺🍻
King Street Brew House, Welsh Back, BS1 4RR, Bristol, GBpay here - thanks! - https://www.socialise.events/e/3598743
Come and make something unique - no experience needed!
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on craft social at King Street Brew House. We’ll set you up on shared tables with a lovely bunch of people, making it super easy to chat and make friends while you get creative.
We’re bringing heaps of air-dry clay, tools, and step-by-step instructions for making specific pieces - or you can use our techniques to build whatever you fancy, from functional homeware to quirky sculptures.
Everything is included: clay, tools, and guidance from your host. Just bring yourself and grab a drink at the bar!
Your evening:
- 7:00pm – Arrive, grab a drink at the bar, and settle in on your table
- 7:15pm – Intro and quick demo on basic techniques and guides
- 7:30pm – Get making! Shape, smooth, and craft at your own pace with guidance on hand
- 10:00pm – Head home with your handmade creations and some new friendsPerfect for coming solo or with mates.Spaces are limited to keep it sociable, so grab your spot before they go!
26 attendees
Unsolved Case Files: Solve A Murder! 🕵️
kingstreet brew house, kingstreet, bristol, GBpay here - thanks! - https://www.socialise.events/e/2466740
Ever watched a true-crime documentary and thought, "I could have solved that"? Now is your chance to prove it. Socialise is taking over the Greenhouse for an immersive evening of high-stakes investigation. We aren't just playing a game; we are reopening the files on a cold case that the police couldn't crack.
The Mission:
You’ll be dropped into a specialist task force of five. Your table will be presented with a genuine-feel Unsolved Case File containing over 50 pieces of evidence: crime scene photographs, witness statements, autopsy reports, newspaper clippings, and more. The case is broken down into three distinct objectives.To move forward, your team must use logic, lateral thinking, and a keen eye for detail to:
Prove why the original suspect was innocent. Disprove a key alibi. Identify the killer and provide the evidence needed to put them behind bars.
Vibe:
Expect a focused, collaborative, and gritty atmosphere. There are no scripted actors or "cheesy" clues—just you, your team, and the raw evidence. Whether you’re a seasoned "armchair detective" or a total newcomer, you’ll need to communicate and coordinate to sift through the red herrings and find the truth.Details:
- King Street Brew House
- 📅 Wed 22 Jul 2026 ⏰ 7:00 PM
- Teams of 5 (come with a crew or join one on the night).
- No experience needed.
8 attendees
Sports Day: Back to School! 🏃♀️
Clifton Downs, Cafe Retreat, Durdham Down, Stoke Rd, Bristol BS9 1FG, Bristol, GBpay here - thanks! - https://www.socialise.events/e/4939564
Dust off your trainers, dig out your old PE kit, and get ready for the ultimate summer throwdown!
Remember when the highlight of your year was running with a wooden spoon, trying not to drop a medium-sized egg? We’re bringing all of that nostalgic, low-stakes glory right back to Bristol. Whether you’re here to win a gold star or just fancy a proper laugh and a chat in the sunshine, there’s a spot on the starting line for you.
🏆 The Main Events
We’ve expanded the roster! We’ve got a stellar line-up of retro classics, playground favourites, and casual games ready to go:
🥚 The Egg & Spoon Classic: Speed vs. stability. Crucial life choices.
👟 3-Legged Race: True friendship is being physically tied to someone else's ankle.
🌾 Sack Race: Hop your way to absolute, uncoordinated glory.
💪 Tug of War: The ultimate test of teamwork, grit, and mud-avoidance.
🚜 The Great Bristol Welly Toss: A nod to our West Country roots. Who can hurl a Wellington boot the furthest? (Technique over brute strength, trust us).
🛒 Human Wheelbarrow Race: Grab a partner’s ankles and hope they don't steer you directly into a daisy patch.
⭕ Hula Hoop Relay: A fast-paced, wiggly test of coordination as we pass the hoop down the line without letting go of hands.
🔴 Red Rover / Retro Tag: Safe, nostalgic playground fun to get the heart rate up.
🏐 Volleyball & Lawn Games: For those who want to keep things breezy, casual, and social.11 attendees
Past events
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