Meet new friends groups near San Diego, CA

Welcome to the Stone Kettner Meet Ups group! This is a community for people who love to connect, socialize, and share their passion with a craft beer in hand. Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking to explore new flavors, this Meet Up is for you. Join us for live music, trivia, tasting events, and more as we come together to celebrate at Stone Brewing Tap Room Kettner. Let's raise a glass and make new friends at our next Meet Up! Cheers!

Fed up with the single life? You're not alone. Going out with people has always been so frustrating and full of drama. Well, I think it's time to change the rules of dating and going out. The New "Friend Zone" is a group that will plan activities where members focus on having fun as a group instead of focusing on finding "The One." It sounds like living in the perpetual "Friend Zone" status, but it's much, much different. The NEW "Friend Zone" is about relearning how to have fun with like-minded people and taking the pressure off of meeting new people. You've never seen something like this!!! - It's about time to turn the dating scene upside down and shake it up a little bit! The "NEW" FRIEND ZONE" is a new term that I came up with to bring some class, charm, and good ol' fashioned values back to the world of dating and hanging out with people that you might be attracted to. After being single for several years, I stumbled upon something that has been hiding right in front of us all this time. Even if you don't join the group, think about this concept and share it with your friends. - Here is how it works. Let's say that I meet a girl (it doesn't matter if I am attracted to her or not), and we become friends. We hang out and have some fun times, and eventually, I ask her if she has a boyfriend, to which she answers "yes" or "no." Then she asks me if I have a girlfriend (which I don't), and I tell her that I don't date. I put every girl I meet into a category that I call the "New Friend Zone." That means I just hang out with girls as friends for 4-6 months to get an idea if we work out as a couple. Typically in that 4-6 months, I will find things that would have eventually broken us up if we had dated, but here is the great part- we are still friends!!! There is no more endless list of people we met once or twice and never talked to again. In the New Friend Zone, we can be very ambiguous about our feelings while being transparent about our friendships. But it only works if there is no intimate contact or talks about feelings. And yes, you read it right... no intimate contact..... for a while. This is a move back towards the days of being super respectful towards another person and taking time to be good friends while having fun. How long with no intimate contact? That's up to you. I recommend 4-5 months, which sounds ludicrous. But it typically takes at least that long for a person to show you who they really are. If you make it to 5 months- I recommend spending an entire day with somebody in a crowded shopping mall. That will bring out the "crazy" in most people! But that's ok too because then the person just ends up being a good friend. And if you make it past 5 months, how do you get it out of "The New Friend Zone? I will tell you when you make it that long ;) - How did this new term come into existence? I was going to school to be a Christian minister, and I noticed that many of my friends were meeting really nice people but only went out with them once or twice. I thought that there had a be a different way to do things. I really like to hang out with women because they add something extra to my life. Perspective maybe? But hanging out with women is very difficult because it is human to want to start up a romantic relationship as fast as possible. Eventually, I realized that if us guys had some self-control, then we could relearn how to be friends with people to whom we might be attracted. - Next- I have created some of my own Rules for the New Friend Zone. These are Rules I would need to follow to keep things at the New "Friend Zone" level for a while. These Rules help me establish some healthy boundaries and remind me to take time to get to know people. You could create your own Rules to follow. However, please don't take me too seriously on the word "rules." But trust me, if you fail to follow some type of Rule, you will fall into the same old traps as everybody else in the regular dating world. For instance, my Rule #1 -No talking about other women in front of the woman I am spending time with. Example- If I met a nice woman, I stick to Rule #1, act like a gentleman should act, AND NOT TALK ABOUT OTHER GIRLS!!! EVEN ACTRESSES!!!! I don't want to hear about her ex's or guys she currently likes, so I won't talk about other women in front of her. - So what can we do here in Orange County..? Surf, paddleboard, hike, anything.... but do it WITHOUT it being a "dating" thing. We could meet, and I could tell you all about it. I am excited because I have met so many incredible people. I met a lot of wonderful women in Puerto Rico and then another group in San Diego, and the girls get the concept, but guys have a really tough time with it. What guy wants to wait around for a woman for 5 months to figure things out? None!!! I don't want to wait that long either, but after watching hundreds of relationships turn into a slow-motion train wreck, I would rather just hang out with the ladies and have tons of good times. - Think about what the dating world would be like if people took the pressure off of meeting "The One." You could relax and focus on having some good times instead of wondering if your new friend is the perfect match. There'd be less drama, fewer failed relationships, fewer heartaches, and much, much more time to focus on living life instead of frantically searching for that special someone. You already know that finding the right person is a matter of "luck" and timing. Still, for those of you who have a strong religious faith, you know deep down inside that it is a matter of just waiting patiently. There really is nothing that you can do to speed up the process. - One last thing- this whole concept can be really confusing. Sorry. I speak with my heart, so it tends to come out sounding all messed up, but believe me, it is all about treating others with the respect that they deserve and having some great times. So let's get out there and have some fun! - Here is MY list of "Rules." Don't get hung up on the word "rule," but let me tell you something- If I break the "rule," things will go off the tracks quick! Try it out. What's the worst that could happen, you make a nice friend to hang with? Check the DISCUSSIONS page to learn more about each Rule, and good luck out there! - RULE #1 - NEVER, EVER, talk about other ladies in front of the ladies... and keep my eyes locked into theirs... keep my eyes from wandering and checking out other ladies! - RULE #2- Learn how to give the ladies a nice compliment and move on... not move in for a kiss! - RULE #3 - DO NOT TALK ABOUT FEELINGS! (For like 5 months.... yes 5 months. It is going to take that long for the "real" version of the person to show up. - RULE #4 - Introduce all of my New Friend Zone friends to one another. - RULE #5- Treat the ladies like a Princess.... even when they are not on their best behavior. Many women have been treated horribly, and it may take some time for them to get used to being treated well. - RULE #6- Try not to text or call too much. - RULE# 7- Find someone who shares my interests- opposites do not attract... in my opinion. - Lastly, and more importantly- I want to encourage you to make the most out of your time being Single. This is the time you can do what you want to do without other people slowing you down or even stopping you from living out your dreams! This is the perfect time to improve yourself, for yourself, and I call this "While We Wait For Love." While we wait patiently for our turn, there's a whole world out there to explore and so many ways we can work on ourselves and resolve old issues. - As an example- I am currently riding my bicycle around the US on a solo trip because I cannot find anybody who has the time or the desire to do the ride. So far I have visited over 300 cities and large towns along the East Coast and Great Lakes. I am also taking this time to write some books, to get very fit, and to work on my "issues" (similar to the ones most of us have). By the time I get back to SoCal this summer, I will have cycled more than 10,000 miles and accomplished a ton of goals, while meeting some very interesting folks along the way. When I get back, I hope to plan some fun events, and start pumping out a series of books about The NEW "Friend Zone" as well as "While We Wait For Love." - In the meantime, PLEASE contact me with any questions or ideas! - Batch!

Welcome to the ultimate socializing experience! This Meetup group is dedicated to all the nightlife enthusiasts who love to indulge in fantastic food, quench their thirst with exquisite drinks, engage in thrilling games, and groove to the rhythm of sensational music. Whether you're a passionate dancer, a connoisseur of fine cuisines, or simply seeking a great time, join us to discover the finest nightclubs, bars, VIP tables, and more in your city. Let's eat, drink, play, and listen together, creating unforgettable moments in the vibrant nightlife scene!

TL;DR join us for social games over video chat, 7 days a week! We always teach you the rules from scratch - our games take 5 minutes to learn and 10-15 minutes to play. Check out our [welcome video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X88hhc3xhcM) for a better introduction or keep reading. List of games here: [https://try.ludio.gg](https://try.ludio.gg)  \-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome! We’re a fun-loving community of 7000+ people from all over the US and Canada. We play casual social games together every day of the week and help people make new friends. Whether you work from home, are a digital nomad, or are just looking for community online, we’d love to have you! Our events are exclusively online. We play a mix of games on a video-chat platform called Ludio (no downloads necessary, everything happens in the browser). Our games are very accessible and beginner-friendly - it takes just 5 minutes to learn most of our games. There are video tutorials for each game that you’re welcome to watch beforehand on try.ludio.gg, but we always teach you the rules from scratch!

Looking to make new friends in San Diego the old-fashioned way? So are we! Join us as we coordinate fun and social events for anyone looking to meet new people and enjoy a few drinks at some of the best bars and nightlife spots in town! We plan to host monthly bar crawls or social mixers around Gaslamp, some themed, others just to get to know one another. We are open to other ideas the group might have as well. You are also welcome to bring anyone outside of this group to join us. The more new friends the merrier!

Welcome to Golden Friends Meetup Group! We are a group of guys & gals who love to have fun, eat delicious food, enjoy a good drink, play games, listen to live music, explore cultural activities, and embark on adventures together. This group is for anyone who wants to learn how to eat well, live well, and make the most of life. Join us for a mix of socializing, dining, mind refreshing activities, positive & uplifting conversation and exploring beautiful San Diego. Let's create lasting memories and friendships as we enjoy everything that this city has to offer!

A safe space to develop community, encourage play, and share support to moms of Black children, particularly 0-6 y/o. Did you know, “as early as 6 months, a baby's brain can notice race-based differences. By ages 2 to 4, children can internalize racial bias?” This group is open to people of all backgrounds to help Black mamas, mamas of Black, multiracial, and transracial (adoptee) toddlers and children feel seen and heard — while their mamas and caregivers are growing their support network.

**Our group is currently unable to accept new members as our membership is full.**

Food and drink brings people together. Let's meet, eat, drink and create a great social network! Events will span from breakfast /brunch to dinner and everything in between. If you have any recommendations, please share! Trying new places is where the fun begins.... I kindly ask that if you RSVP and cannot join, please update your invite 24 hours ahead to accomodate others interested in joining the event. Some events will have a non-refundable reservation fee. A few rules: \*NO spamming or promoting any other events, politics, relision, or causes are allowed. You will be removed and banned. \*Larger meetup events will have limited capacity at each event. If you RSVP "yes" and do not join 1x in the year, organizer has the right to remove you from the Meetup group. \*If you RSVP "yes" to a small group event (6-8 people) and are a no show, the organizer has the right to remove you from the Meetup group. \*If you are waitlisted on an event, please make sure you are checking the RSVP as we get closer to the event date. Meetup will update and send out notifications if you've been moved from "Waitlisted" to "Going". \* Zero tolerance for harrassment or rudeness towards members or the organizer. Offenders will be removed and banned. \*Organizer reserves the right to remove members for any reason. \*For security purposes, organizer requests all future members to please have a profile photo of their face. \*Liability disclosure: The sole function of the organizers in this group is to arrange a place and time for each event. Each person (including guest members) who signes up "yes" for an even is responsible for his or her own safety, and transportation for each event. When you (and your guest) sign up for this group, you agree the organizer is NOT liable for any injury, loss or damage to you or your property, arising directly or as consequence from a group activity. \*Dues/Fees: $5.00 annual to cover cost of annual dues (Thank you Gen X Social Club for the rules/regs)

This Meetup group is for people who LOVE live comedy. If you want to have a good laugh and make some new friends who like to laugh this is definitely the right meetup group for you. :D

This group is for travelers who don’t want to wait on their friends to finally say “yes” to travel. Life is too short and the world is too big! The trips in this group are usually 90% solo travelers but everyone is welcome, female/male, solo/couple/friends, straight/LGBTQIA+! So let’s travel together with fun, like-minded travelers! If you have an open mind and are kind to fellow travelers, you will fit in perfectly on these trips! **The local events in this group are member-driven** so if you’d like to host a Meetup in your area (i.e. a brunch, happy hour, travel talk, coffee, movie, play, concert, hike, etc), feel free to let me know and I'll help you get it set up in the group! **NOTE:** The people on these trips are from all over the States but you’ll always be connected with people from the same city on a trip so you can meet up face to face and get to know your future travel buddies prior to the trip. You’ll also be connected to the whole group via email prior to the trip so you can virtually get to know those that are from different areas. On average, the people on each trip are 90% solo travelers but it’s hard to predict the exact demographic for each trip so please keep this in mind. Feel free to join the Facebook group to connect with past travelers on these trips, see pictures, ask questions, funny travel memes, travel-related articles, etc: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/613025845523107](https://www.facebook.com/groups/613025845523107) The trips in this group are put on by a tour company called Globe Drifters and they focus on small group trips geared towards solo travelers with the mission of giving new meaning to travel by putting the human experience at the heart of their trips. The groups are small, usually with 12 people maximum per trip and about 90% of everyone on each trip are solo travelers so you’re not stuck being the odd man out on trips with mostly couples. You’ll have the best of both worlds, solo travel with the security of a small group of other solo travelers for some company on your adventure! To contact Globe Drifters directly, you can email [info@globe-drifters.com](mailto:info@globe-drifters.com).

Our vision is for lower Rose Creek to be an open space park providing recreational and learning opportunities and a clean, healthy, aesthetically pleasing environment for residents, visitors, businesses, and native plants and animals, while serving as an accessible link for bicyclists and pedestrians to move between Rose Canyon Park, Marian Bear Park, Mission Bay Park, and surrounding communities. We invite everyone to help us make the dream a reality by habitat restoration, community cleanups, and nature walks.  For more information, visit our [website](http://saverosecreek.org/). Find us on [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/rosecreeksd/)or @RoseCreekSD If you want to be included in our monthly newsletter, [click here](http://saverosecreek.org/about/about-us/contact-us/#newsletter) and sign up for the newsletter (in the middle of the page).

Make local & International friends in San Diego ! Language & Culture exchange - Mingle

San Diego NFT Friends is a community of individuals passionate about the intersection of art, technology, and digital collectibles. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and connect NFT enthusiasts in the San Diego area and virtually. Join us for our hybrid meetups that we host once a month!

This group is for people that want to create art and be around other artists. The 4th Sunday of every month, from 3pm-5pm, The Dancehouse in Point Loma will open its doors to offer space for artists to mingle, create art together, and connect. Free if you bring your own supplies. $20 if you use the studio's provided supplies.

Teachers and anyone else in education have a somewhat unique schedule of busy times and quieter times during the year. Let’s meet up more in the summer and breaks, enjoy downtime activities together - hikes, trivia, happy hours.

**Welcome to the San Diego Salsa and Latin Dancing Meetup Group, San Diego's largest and most established way of finding salsa and Latin dancing events in the San Diego area!** Meet other local Salsa, Bachata and other latin music dances! If you would like to participate in our group, please fill out a profile and add your photo (PHOTO REQUIRED). We want to learn a little bit about you and be able to recognize you at events. After you've completed your profile, we will approve your membership for the group. Hope to "meet up" with you all soon. Mambo Castillo and The San Diego Salsa, Bachata & Latin Dancing Meet up Group Team For more San Diego dance information please visit Also follow our pages. facebook.com/ sdsalsabachata Instagram/ salsabachatasd Instagram/ mambocastillo

Welcome!!! We are so happy that you found us and know that you are not alone. SD H Friends is a social group for adults in the San Diego area that are living with Herpes (HSV1 and HSV2) and/or HPV. We are not a dating service. We are a social group that gets together for events and has a blast in a welcoming and fun atmosphere. This is a safe place where you don't have to worry about "that" for a while and can just meet cool people who can completely relate and understand that it does not define us. We'll try to make the events as diverse as possible so that as many people can participate in the group as possible. Anyone who is interested in helping organize events, has ideas for events, suggestions, comments, etc... please feel free to send either one of us an email. If you are interested in information on more groups or events, check out the link section at [http://www.meetup.com/san-diego-herpes/page](http://www.meetup.com/san-diego-herpes/page)... We completely know that it may be overwhelming when you first find our groups. Please know that we were all in your position at one time and can completely relate. Please reach out to me if you need someone to speak to before attending your first event. We are happy that you located us and hope that you will join us at an event in the near future. Big Hugs! MEETUP GROUP FUNDRAISING DONATIONS APPRECIATED: Please consider a small donation/contribution to our Meetup Group to help cover the cost of the hosting fees which Meetup charges us. Thanks!

Welcome, explorers of the world! Whether you're on a solo adventure or traveling with a partner, Meet Fellow Travelers SD is your gateway to connecting with kindred spirits right here in San Diego. 👫 Who We Are: We are an ever-changing community of world travelers who have converged in San Diego, each with a unique story and a shared passion for exploration. Solo adventurers, couples, and everyone in between - all are welcome! Our aim is to create a vibrant space where you can meet up with fellow travelers, share your travel adventures, soak in experiences from others, and forge friendships that span the globe. 🌐 What We Do: Join us for laid-back meetups, where you can swap stories, exchange travel tips, and make lasting connections. Whether you're a seasoned nomad halfway through a trip, a first-time explorer in an around-the-world voyage, or a resident of San Diego with a history of world travels, our events are designed to be inclusive, engaging, and filled with the warmth of shared wanderlust. 🗺️ Why Join: Connect with like-minded individuals from all corners of the world. Share your travel adventures and gain insights from others. Form friendships that extend beyond borders. Discover hidden gems and local secrets from experienced travelers. Create memories that will last a lifetime. Get to know locals that share your passion for travel. 🌈 Come as Strangers, Leave as Friends: Embark on this journey with us, where every meetup is an opportunity to create a global tapestry of friendships. Whether you're reminiscing about past escapades, halfway through your own adventure or planning your next one, Meet Fellow Travelers SD is your haven for camaraderie, understanding, and the joy of shared experiences. Let's explore, connect, and make San Diego a temporary home for our global wanderings. Pack your stories and join us for an evening of discovery! Adventure awaits - see you at our next meetup!