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Curated hangouts across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Pick a vibe, join the Discord, and show up to something with a built-in reason to talk.

Jul

11

GamingDC
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Game Night in Adams Morgan

Sat, Jul 11, 7:00 PM

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Adams Morgan, DC

Board games, card games, and zero judgment about skill level. We rotate through tables (Settlers, Codenames, Spades, Uno that somehow turns into a tournament) and keep it going until someone has to Metro home. Bring a game you love or just show up empty-handed. The only rule: no phones while it's your turn.

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Aug

01

Speed FriendingDC
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Speed Friending Night

Sat, Aug 1, 6:30 PM

U Street, DC

Three minutes, one question, rotate. Speed friending is structured so you never have to wonder what to say first. By the end you've genuinely met 15 people, your Discord will have new requests before you get home, and the group usually keeps going to a nearby bar after. Introverts consistently say this is their favorite event format.

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Aug

22

NightlifeDC
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Columbia Heights Bar Crawl

Sat, Aug 22, 8:00 PM

Columbia Heights, DC

Columbia Heights at night is electric: Latin music spilling out of open doors, young professionals from every background, rooftop spots with views of the city. We hit three bars together as a group, starting casual and getting louder as the night goes. The host keeps the group moving so no one ends up stranded nursing a $15 cocktail alone. Wear comfortable shoes.

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Sep

05

FitnessDC
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H Street Run Club

Sat, Sep 5, 7:00 AM

H Street NE, DC

Saturday morning 5K loop through H Street, Lincoln Park, and the Capitol area. We pace together, no one gets left, and we do coffee or breakfast sandwiches after at a spot on the strip. This is where the gym-solo people finally find running partners. The average pace is conversational, meaning you will be talking the whole time, which is the point.

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Oct

04

OutdoorsDC
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Kayaking the C&O Canal

Sun, Oct 4, 10:00 AM

Georgetown, DC

We rent kayaks in Georgetown and paddle the C&O Canal section: flat water, tree canopy overhead, and historic locks along the route. No experience needed; rentals include a quick instruction. Fall timing means cooler temps, leaves changing color, and half the tourist crowd gone. Finishing with brunch in Georgetown is a given. This one always sells out, so join the Discord to get the pinned event before spots fill.

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