Eating & Drinking

In the spirit of a 19th-century salon, this gathering will be a space for lively conversations, fascinating encounters, and the exchange of ideas over drinks. Whether you’re new in town or a local looking to expand your social circle, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded explorers of Berlin’s nightlife. Orga The location is **cash only**. It is non-smoking (with a separate room for smoking). We’ll be sitting on the couches in the first room. Questions? Check our Meetup-FAQs: [https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/](https://socialbutterfly.berlin/meetup-faq/) Meet your host I’m Julia — a Berlin local who loves bringing people together. My path went from growing up in a dance school to studying philosophy to working in IT support, and somehow all of that led me here: hosting meetups and creating spaces where people can show up, relax, and connect. Insta [https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/](https://www.instagram.com/juwaberlin/) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-waehnert/) Love the vibe? There’s a whole community waiting for you. 🦋 Join the Social Butterfly Club and experience Berlin together: [https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/](https://socialbutterflyradar.substack.com/)

Join us for a **FLINTA-exclusive** vegan dinner at The Butterfly Lovers. Enjoy delicious food and a relaxed evening with other FLINTA members of the community in a safe and welcoming space. Where: **The Butterfly Lovers** – Veteranenstraße 10, 10119 Berlin, Germany When: Wednesday 3 June 2026, 19:00 What to do now: please read the fee note below before you RSVP €1 event fee (non-refundable) The €1 fee helps cover the Meetup app fee and other small expenses, and any excess will be donated to animal rights NGOs. Please send it via the PayPal details in the comments (only visible to people marked Going) within 48 hours of RSVPing. No PayPal? Message me for the IBAN. If the €1 fee isn’t received within 48 hours of RSVPing, your RSVP will be automatically cancelled. We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isn’t welcome and will mean removal from future events.

Train Your Brain Confidence & Adaptability Under Pressure What if confidence, adaptability, and decision-making could be trained through play? This interactive workshop introduces Cognitive Agility Through Chess — a beginner-friendly experience designed to strengthen focus, resilience, strategic thinking, and communication in a supportive and engaging environment. This is not a traditional chess class. Chess is used as a tool for reflection, collaboration, adaptability, and cognitive development through interactive challenges and guided exercises. WHAT TO EXPECT ♟️ Beginner-friendly introduction to chess fundamentals 🧠 Interactive cognitive and strategic challenges 🤝 Team-based and collaborative gameplay ⚡ Exercises focused on adaptability and thinking under pressure 💬 Guided reflection and discussion THIS EXPERIENCE SUPPORTS • Confidence-building • Strategic thinking • Communication • Adaptability • Emotional resilience • Cognitive flexibility • Decision-making under pressure WHO IS THIS FOR? Women interested in: • self-development • leadership • psychology • strategy • meaningful social connection • cognitive performance • creative and reflective experiences No chess experience is needed. EVENT DETAILS 📍 Motel One — Invalidenstraße 54, 10557 Berlin 🕒 2 Hours 👥 Limited small group experience, from 6-12 participants per event PILOT SESSION This is part of a limited founding pilot series in Berlin designed to create a thoughtful, engaging, and collaborative learning experience. FACILITATED BY Radwa Omar Founder & Cognitive Agility Facilitator Train Your Brain — Cognitive Agility Through Chess Train how you think. Elevate how you perform.

Deadline Table — Focused Work Hours Bring your manuscript, your taxes, your laptop—whatever needs to get done. We have WiFi and phone sockets. You’ll sit on bar stools at the counter (not comfortable, by design). Two hours to focus hard. We’ll keep you accountable so you actually finish. Choose your intensity level: Level 1 — Light Touch: We check in once at the start, once at the end. You’re on your own. Level 2 — Mild: We check every 15 minutes. Gentle nudges if you drift. Level 3 — Strict: We’re watching. Phone down? We see it. Daydreaming? We call it out. Sign on your table says: “Stop procrastinating.” Two hours for €7.50 minimum order. If you need more time, it’s €3.20/hour after. Five seats, first come first served. No distractions. No bullshit. Just work that gets done. 100% plant-based. Inspired by Tokyo manuscript cafés. Hours: Wed–Thu: 1 PM–10 PM Fri: 4 PM–10 PM Sat–Sun: 12 PM–10 PM Closed Mon–Tue

Dieser besondere Deutschkurs ist für alle, die mit Spiel und Spaß ihr Deutsch verbessern wollen. Wir sind eine kleine Gruppe (max. 15 Personen) von Deutschlernern zwischen A2 - B2 und machen Theater-Improvisation auf Deutsch. Aber keine Angst - das kann jede/jeder lernen! Der Fokus liegt vorallem auf Sprechen und Verstehen, so daß du in Alltagssituationen spontaner reagieren kannst und mit dem Sprechen auf Deutsch flüssiger wirst. Ich bin sowohl Deutschdozentin als auch Theaterschauspielerin und entwickle diese Methode seit mehr als 10 Jahren. Der Kurs ist immer mittwochs und du bist herzlich willkommen, vorbeizukommen und uns kennenzulernen. Das 1. Mal kostet der Kurs 12 Euro zum Kennenlernen. Ein 10er Ticket kostet 160 Euro. Ein 5er Ticket 95 Euro und der Drop-in-Preis ist 20 Euro. Ich freue mich auf Euch. Bei Fragen kannst du mich gerne kontaktieren. liebe Grüße Nina

Get your creativity flowing with our Bento Cakes Workshop, where you'll learn how to create the cutest, trendiest mini cakes from scratch! Perfect for gifting or indulging in a personal treat, these Korean-inspired bento cakes are all about charm, color, and fun. In this hands-on class, you’ll: ✨ Learn the basics of mini cake layering and frosting 🧁 Practice piping and decorating techniques 🎨 Personalize your cake with messages, designs, and pastel colors No baking experience? No problem! All materials are provided, and our instructor will guide you every step of the way. Come solo or bring a friend—this workshop is sweet, creative, and oh-so-Instagrammable! 💖 **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

Join the dinner event and hangout this coming Thursday, we are going to be in central Berlin, a short distance from Oranienburger Straße S-Bahn station. We are visiting a nice Mexican restaurant called Cantina Mexicana Que Pasa which offers a variety of foods, nice environment and acceptable prices. A seating area will be reserved for us. In case of interest for a further venue after the dinner, you can ask the event host for some tips. Come meet new friends and enjoy nice food in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, can't wait to see you all! **(Spots are limited!!)**

Join the dinner event and hangout this coming Saturday, we are going to be in central Berlin, a short distance from Oranienburger Tor U-Bahn (subway) station. We are going to spend our time in a nice Pakistani/Indian restaurant called Chelany, which offers tasty foods, good environment as well as fair prices. There are also vegetarian and vegan choices. A nice sitting place will be reserved for us. In case of interest for a further venue after the dinner, you can ask the event host for some tips. Come meet new friends and enjoy nice food in a relaxed and fun atmosphere, can't wait to see you all! **(Please note that spots are limited!!)**

## Series of regular exclusive Art Evenings #### \- where **Words, Live Music & Art** come together in an extraordinary setting ‍ Exclusive Experience Extraordinary Venue Beautiful People ‍ ###### **WINE & PAINT (WORKSHOP)** * an evening of color, creativity, and clinking glasses. * all materials included LEVEL: All levels COSTS: **Free for Everyone** ##### **SIGN UP (RSVP):** ##### **Make sure to save Yourself a Spot on the Guest List.** **Limited Spots.** **First-come, first-served.** Click here : [https://www.dna-artclub.com/events/pullman](https://www.dna-artclub.com/events/pullman) **DOORS:** 7 pm **START:** 7.15 pm **SESSION:** 7.15 - 8.30 pm **AFTER:** Drinks & Music

To find us, look out for "The Red Stonker" which looks like: https://meetu.ps/3mjhSm [Use a web browser, as the App does not go to the right place] Every Friday evening we gather for an English speaking meetup for some social drinks. The venue varies from week to week, so please check the location for each event. If you have any suggestions for where you might like to meet next time, please send me a message. If you run a biergarten, bar, or other suitable location and would like some customers, send me a message. The number of attendees varies as you can see from the past events, but there is usually at least 50. We have a mix of nationals and internationals working, studying, visiting, or just living in Berlin. Free to attend, everybody is welcome, so grab a drink and come say hi. **NEW FROM BERLIN EVENING SOCIALS *** check out our new Instagram Page! Reels,photos and stories. drop us a follow! https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?utm_source=ig_contact_invite&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_content=114pmtfn

Welcome to the Berlin Tech and Creative Industry Afterwork! ✨ Are you tired of stiff networking events, formal agendas, and endless slide decks? So are we. This group brings together Berlin's most exciting minds, from tech and corporate professionals to creative freelancers and artists, for a genuinely relaxed evening out. We meet in my favorite Cocktailbars to unwind, share ideas, and connect with great people over good drinks. What to expect: NO PowerPoints & Ads. Leave the hustle and the pitches at the door. Our focus is strictly on real, authentic exchanges, sparking inspiration, and having fantastic conversations. ONLY the Best Bars in Berlin: We hit up at my favorite spots in the city. From hidden gems to cool cocktail lounges and cozy pubs with great beer and wine. Bilingual and welcoming: Whether you're a native Berliner or an expat who just arrived, everyone is welcome! Conversations naturally flow in both English and German. A Brilliant Crowd: Mingle with startup founders, tech professionals, designers, corporate innovators, and creatives who just want to make new friends and enjoy a great evening. If you want to bounce an idea off someone, chat about industry trends, or simply enjoy a well-deserved after-work drink with a fantastic group of people, this is the place to be. See you!

Meet, Match, MoveOn and Manage or Master Why Meet 1)Meet new People Culture Languages. 2)Not Match Romance, Political Views nor Religion, only Respect and Joy 3) Moveon, advance with your level, goals, and especially share and try Rotate the groups and let others participate a bit. 4) Master the challenges, and Manage to give a Like or appreciate the meetups!! **Thematic** or small Concept: Manage to Bring 2 German Friends and you get a Drink. if you bring your Ex Partner + 2 German friends =2 drinks = thats the Challenge and the Attitude of 2026

**Creatives & Drinks: After Hours Networking** ​Join us for a relaxed networking event for creatives, hosted by [Makers Klub](https://www.makersklub.com/?utm_source=luma), powered by [Denizen](https://www.thisisdenizen.com/?utm_source=luma) ​**Who is it for?** Professionals & Business owners in Creative Industries ​**About the event:** It's time to relax, grab a drink and join other creative professionals and business owners for an evening of conversations and connection! This is your chance to meet like-minded people, share ideas, and maybe even spark a collaboration… all over a glass (or two) of wine. ​Here’s what’s in store: * ​**Meet & Chat:** Swap stories, share experiences, and get to know other creatives in the city. * ​**Drinks & Network:** Grab a drink at the bar and let the conversation flow naturally. * ​**Inspiration & Ideas:** Talk challenges, brainstorm, and walk away with fresh perspectives — and maybe new friends. ​No pressure. No formalities. Just good wine, good conversations, and the chance to be part of Berlin’s vibrant creative community. ​Come as you are, pour yourself a glass, and let’s make some meaningful connections together. ✨ > ​About **Makers Klub**: > ​[Website ](https://www.makersklub.com/?utm_source=luma)\| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/themakersklub/?utm_source=luma) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/makers-klub?utm_source=luma) > ​Makers Klub is an exclusive community for people working in creative industries. > > We host networking events, lunches, co-working days, post opportunities, and facilitate collaborations. Join us for exclusive access to our community > ​\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* > About **Denizen**: > ​[Website ](https://www.thisisdenizen.com/?utm_source=luma)\| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thisisdenizen/?utm_source=luma) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/thisisdenizen/?utm_source=luma) > Denizen is our venue sponsor for this event. Denizen is a vibrant coworking and community hub located in the heart of Berlin, offering flexible workspaces, a cosy café, and a studio where regular sports and wellness classes take place. ​P.S. The event is free, but attendees are expected to buy at least 1 drink to support the venue P.S. *Please be aware that photos and videos will be taken at the event. By attending, you agree that your photo may be captured & shared. If there are any concerns or questions, please contact the host, Tushar, before the event.*

🚗 **Only about 20 minutes from floating down the river!** This is one of those events you’ll be glad you showed up for. Especially since it **may be one of the last** cookout bonfire party that is held. Cookout, potluck, racing, camping, bonfire, music, games, and late-night hangs — all in one night. Com**e for a few hours or stay** for the whole thing. ## 🍔 Cookout + Potluck — 4:30 PM We’ll be hanging out, grilling, eating, drinking, and socializing before the races start. Please bring something to share **USE "SIGN UP"** so we don’t end up with 14 bags of chips and 9 packs of cookies 😅 [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-64315973-saturday](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-64315973-saturday) **What to bring:** * Chair, BYOB — no glass inside the racetrack, Water or youself even if you leave it in the car, **$15 cash to support the venue** by watching some of the race * Something for the potluck USE **"SIGN UP"** [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-64315973-saturday](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABA92EA2FAC70-64315973-saturday) We’ll have a grill and a **generator** available for crockpots, Instant Pots, etc. ## 🏁 Racing Starts — 7:00 PM After the cookout, we’ll head into the stands for the races. Not really into racing? Come for the drinks, stay for the wrecks 🍻 This night includes Late Models, Thunder Cars, Compacts, and a wet & wild Enduro race. Be sure to bring **water balloons to fill up and** throw during the final race 💦🎯 Please support the venue by checking out some of the racing. 💵 **$15 cash will be collected during the cookout.** Please bring exact change or a $20. ## 🏕️ Free Camping — June 5 & 6 Camping is free both nights. No tent? No problem. You can crash **in your car under the stars.** There will be a bonfire, music, games, and late-night hanging out. Please be responsible: **do not drink and drive.** ## 🎯 Other Stuff Happening * Karaoke, Beer pong, Cornhole, Bonfire, Music, Late-night hangout Have a favorite karaoke song? Let me know. ## Important Notes 📸 Photos/videos may be taken and shared on this or other platforms. ⚠️ This is a volunteer-led event. You participate at your own risk. 📵 Cell signal may be spotty, so ask questions ahead of time if needed. Stay for a bit or go all in — just don’t miss this one. **Stop scrolling. Start doing stuff.**

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. So please RSVP for a head count!

Please join Columbus Tea Lovers for a tasting of loose leaf teas at a private residence in Worthington. (The address will be sent out via private Meetup message a day ahead to those who have RSVP'd.) June 20th is the Worthington Arts Festival so feel free to attend that event which is down the street in addition to the tea party. For this tasting please bring a tea or tisane (an herbal brew that contains no tea leaves) does not come in a prepackaged tea bag. You can feel free to bring it pre-brewed in a carafe or thermos; please leave out the milk and sweetener as we will have some on hand to mix and match. We will have the kettle on and fillable single serve disposable tea bags if you would like to bring the tea leaves unbrewed and extra tea cups on hand as well. We welcome you to bring snacks or desserts that are you enjoy pairing with tea. You can bring a chair if the day is nice in case we sit outside. There is a cat in the house, so be aware in case of allergies. If you want to write in the chat what you plan to bring so we don't have a lot of the same thing, please do so!

Happy Birthday to all June birthday people! I put this on the schedule because it's my birthday month, and this is my favorite place; it's also Dave Koczur's (MAFIA meetup leader) birthday on June 8; if you who are reading this have a June birthday as well, tell us in the Comments! For anyone off work or with a flexible schedule, come to Pistachio Vera in German Village for a tea and pastry. We will try to get a table outside. If convenient, you could put a fold up chair in your car in case we can all sit outside but we run out of chairs. https://www.pistaciavera.com/

Let's mix and boogie! We'll start with social time over dinner/appetizers/drinks from 6:00-8:00pm. Then we'll get down with a live band [Shucking Bubba Deluxe](http://www.shuckingbubba.com/). COVER CHARGE: $10.00 (cash) SBD: A great danceable cover band playing popular genres of music - funk, classic rock, pop & club/dance. [Harry Buffalo](http://www.harrybuffalo.com/locations/westerville/) has a wide selection of quality appetizers and entrees. Harry Buffalo seating is first come/first serve this evening. We need a few folks to be there by 6:00pm or so to secure a table on the patio. DRESS: Late Summer Patio (picnic table friendly) BAD WEATHER CANCEL (usually by 4pm) PARKING: lots near restaurant and down the street. Do not park at Taco Bell.

Now in its 26th year, [The Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/), in Gahanna, gathers world famous groups and performers at a single place for you to enjoy the best Blues & Jazz in Ohio. *SATURDAY NIGHT features: The Urban Jazz Coalition with Special Guest Brian Simpson, North Mississippi Allstars, The Deal Breakers & More.* The three-day cultural celebration features musicians on 3 stages, local food trucks and beverage stations, treats, artisans, and more. **Tickets are $15 for adults online.** Link to purchase tickets: [Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival Tickets](https://tickets.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/e/2026-creekside-blues-jazz-festival). $20 at the door. Military are free. WHAT: Here's the festival [EVENT MAP](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Event-Map/). Also, here's the [SCHEDULE](https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/Schedule/) map to help you determine who to see. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Parking -** The Creekside Parking Garage will be open throughout the festival weekend. Entrance is located near the intersection of Mill and North Streets; accessible only by traveling south on Mill Street. **Event parking rate is $5 and collected at entrance to garage. Cash ONLY is accepted at garage entrance for parking.** Although off street parking in the Creekside District is permitted, it is very limited and not recommended. **Shuttle Service** pickup will be at the following location: [AEP Ohio 700 Morrison Rd., Gahanna, OH](https://goo.gl/maps/K9GgvgEdxCHaXsKDA) **Shuttle Service Hours:** Saturday: 1 PM - 12 AM **BRING**: *Be sure to bring a **chair** since there is limited available seating. Also $ or paycard for food and drink.*