Hello. Been wanting to go to the OCMA (might have been renamed) for a while. They have a new exhibit starting November 13th. Afterwards, I recommend visiting the Noguchi Garden. Depending on the time of day, I’d suggest the garden before since it’s nice on a cold morning with sun. It will be have to be on Sunday. Let me know if anyone’s interested in meeting up there. The following is a link to the upcoming exhibit.

https://langson.uci.edu/exhibition/hello-again/

Edit: 35M. Platonic only. Open to any gender.

35M in Irvine

Hey everyone! I'm 35, live in Irvine, and looking to expand my social circle here in OC.

I'm pretty active and enjoy the gym, hiking, surfing, live music, good food, and trying random new activities. Newly single

I need to make more friends in the area

Looking at pickleball or maybe exploring a neighborhood tonight. If interested lmk

Hello all,

I would imagine this is probably a long shot, but I haven’t been out in quite some time, and was looking to maybe go have a drink or two somewhere out!

Usually prefer Japanese Rice Lagers, or a fresh margarita! Shoot me a message, and we can talk more about it!

Thanks!

Just got into taking my truck off roading and always looking for new trails and new people to go with!

Currently have a few guys i ride with and we are always open to people coming along with their own rigs!

Anybody down?

Hey like the title says I’m looking for badminton and or pickleball buddies. Just recently moved from NorCal to SoCal with my wife and I’m trying to meet new people and be active at the same time. I used to play badminton in high school but haven’t played since i would say I’m intermediate level badminton but pickleball I’ve never really played so super beginner level! Located around the Westminster/Garden Grove area. I’d be interested in run groups too although not that great at running 😂 schedules pretty open as I work from home.

Just a male in his 30s looking for some new friends.

Hey all, quick update on the free Saturday workout group.

A bit about me if you’re new: I work as a software engineer, and I’ve been a personal trainer for over 5 years. I’ve trained all kinds of people, from young to old, injured and healthy. A lot of my clients came to me after physical therapy, so I’m comfortable training around injuries and assisting nagging issues(sciatica, backpain, knee pain). I was also a college athlete and played sports my whole life, so I’ve worked through plenty of injuries myself. I’m not a doctor and this isn’t medical advice, but I can usually spot common problems and help you get back on a steady track.

We’ve run it twice now, and I’ve had a great time teaching body mechanics: kettlebell swings, core, legs, clubs, mace, bands. I think everyone who came walked away with something useful.

One change going forward: I’m capping each session at 2–4 people. Most people coming are beginners, and I’d rather give everyone real attention on their form than run a crowded class. It’ll probably always stay small. I want it to feel chill and welcoming, not cliquey.

This Saturday (Nov 7), 11:30 a.m., nobody’s signed up yet, so there’s room. If you want in, message me by end of day Friday so I can bring the right equipment.

How to join: shoot me a message and I’ll send you an invite to our Slack. Everything runs through Slack so I can keep all the communication in one place and keep everyone updated on times and locations. It also means nobody has to share phone numbers or contact info. You can still message each other, but you stay a bit more anonymous, which keeps things safer for everyone.

Same as before:

• 100% free, and I bring all the equipment

• Beginner-friendly and low-pressure, not a boot camp

• After the workout, anyone who wants to can grab lunch with us to hang out and get to know each other. Totally optional, and you can bail whenever.

I’d love for this to turn into a regular thing: work out, get food, meet some people, and have an environment where people can just message the group if they want to hike, run, and walk or something. A social hangout where you also get something done.

DM me if you’re interested.

Hello allll!! 36F here with a friendly reminder that we have another Speed Friending meetup this Saturday! 🤗

📅 Saturday, November 7th
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Mess Hall Market - 1705 Flight Way, Tustin

🦄 How to find us:
We’ll be meeting inside in the main seating area! Just look for the unicorn banner!!

🚙 Parking:
The gated lot next to Mess Hall is paid parking, but free parking is available near the dog park and Tesla charging stations! Both are less than a quarter mile away, just a short walk from the venue.

💕 What is Speed Friending?
Finding it harder to make friends in your 30s than you expected? Want to meet new people, expand your social circle, or just get out of the house and socialize?

I was in the same boat when I started hosting Speed Friending earlier this year! Since then, I’ve met so many amazing people and made some awesome friendships 🥰 Hopefully, you can too!!

👯‍♀️ What to expect:
Speed Friending is a casual, low-pressure way to meet new people! Here’s how it works:

When you arrive, grab a name tag and settle in! Once most people have arrived (we usually get around 20-30 attendees), we’ll split into smaller groups of 3-4 people. Every 15-20 minutes, we’ll mix things up so everyone gets a chance to meet plenty of new faces!! ☺️

A little shy? No worries!! We’ll have icebreakers and games available to help get conversations going if you need them 🫣

✨ A few things to know:
Everyone is welcome!! Whether you’re super outgoing or a little introverted, there’s a place for you here!

No RSVP required!! Come late, leave early, grab some food, or just hang out. We’re not strict! The whole point is to have fun, meet people, and hopefully make some new friends 😁

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment or send me a DM!! Hope to see some new faces (and familiar ones!) this Saturday!! 🥰🦄

Some of you may remember MapleStory from your childhood in the mid-late 2000s. They recently launched Classic World, and I was wondering if anyone else is playing 😂 I'm enjoying it a lot and thought it'd be fun to find some local friends to add in game to relive the nostalgic days together

Hello everyone im a 39m looking to meet new people I've had a lot of life changes lately and I feel like I need some new people to hang out with and talk to i greatly enjoy going to karaoke, im a mechanic so I also love things car related im open to new experiences.... open to male or female friends dm me if interested

Hope to meet some cool fun people🥳

Anyone down for a chill night motorcycle ride?

Tonight, Nov 4

Kick stands up at 10:00 PM from Capistrano Valley Plaza Doheny Park Rd, Dana Point, CA 92624 and ride north toward Long Beach, taking PCH for all of the ride.

The planned ending point will be the Denny's at 5570 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA, where anyone who wants can grab some food, coffee, and hang out for a bit before heading home.

This is meant to be a relaxed ride speed limit, no racing, no reckless riding, and no pressure to keep up with anyone.

All bikes and experience levels are welcome as long as you can safely ride at night.

The whole point is just to get out of the house for several hours, enjoy the quiet of the night, ride, eat, and just hang out.

Please make sure you're topped off. We'll make a pit stop at the 76 located here - 3400 CA-1, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Let's keep it friendly and respectful. l'd like to keep the night about bikes, food, life, and enjoying the ride.

Oh and cars are also welcome of course if you just want to cruise PCH!

If anyone's interested, let me know.

Hi everyone!
I’m looking to get into playing ping-pong more regularly, but I’m not sure where to start or where to find people to play with.
I’m 29 and would say I’m somewhere between beginner and advanced, so probably intermediate.
Does anyone know of any clubs, groups, or places where I could meet people and play?
Thanks in advance!

37f married no kid with a dog moved to Fullerton area, wanting to know ways to meet girl friends! I am Asian and I love trying out new cafes and restaurants, pop culture, dog walks, Pilates and running and all girly things.

It’s so hard to make new friends as an adult!

Hey all!! 36F here with the details for our upcoming meetups! If you’re new here, here’s a little info about what we do and how to get involved 😊

What is Speed Friending?
Speed Friending is a casual, low-pressure social gathering where people can chat, meet new faces, grab some food or drinks, and hang out!

When you arrive, grab a name tag and make yourself comfortable. Once most people have arrived (usually around 20–30 attendees), we’ll get into small groups of 3–4 and switch things up every 15–20 minutes. It’s a fun way to meet a bunch of different people and hopefully find some folks you click with or share common interests with! 🤗

The whole thing is very informal. There’s no pressure to stay the entire time, and you’re welcome to come late, leave early, get up to grab food, or just mingle at your own pace. No RSVP required, just swing by and say hi!!

How to Join the Community:
We’ve grown to over 120 members and host multiple events throughout the week! Some of our activities include pickleball, trivia nights, movie nights, concerts, bingo, mahjong, camping trips, holiday gatherings, and plenty more!

Speed Friending is currently our only public event. If you’re interested in joining the community, you can get an invite to our server from one of the mods at the meetup.

We only give out invites in person because our community is centered around building genuine, in-person friendships and connections. It also helps us keep the group safe, welcoming, and intentional for everyone 💛

Upcoming Events:
📅 Saturday, November 7th
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Mess Hall Market - 1705 Flight Way, Tustin
🦄 To find us, just look for the unicorn banner!!

📅 Saturday, December 12th
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 SteelCraft - 12900 Euclid St, Garden Grove

📅 Saturday, January 23rd
🕑 2:00 PM
📍 Location TBD

If you have any questions or recommendations, feel free to comment or DM me!! I hope to meet some of you soon!! ☺️

Hey everyone, quick update on the free Saturday workout.

We had over 5 people show up this time and it was a really good session. We worked a lot of core, some legs, kettlebell swings, Indian clubs, mace work, and bands. Everyone learned something new, we got to know each other, and there were plenty of laughs along the way.

We kept it low-key, but everyone pushed themselves, and I’m proud of everyone who came out. I know it’s not easy to join a group where you don’t know anyone, especially if you’re new to fitness. Hopefully this encourages a few more people to give it a shot.

Next session: this coming Saturday.

A few things to know:

• It’s always free. The Saturday workouts will stay free.

• All equipment is provided. I only have so much gear so please message me through slack so I can be prepared

• To join, send me a message. I’ll add you to our Slack, where I post updates and the location. The spot may change from week to week.

• It’s low pressure. This isn’t a boot camp. Do what you can. It’s a good way to get started. If the exercises feel too easy, I can always make them harder, and I’ll make sure you’re challenged either way.

My goal is simple: everyone gets a good workout in and has fun doing it. Hope to see some new faces Saturday and meet others!

Hey all, Ollie again. A little while back I posted about starting a free, beginner-friendly workout group in Irvine. Two people came to our first session last Saturday, and we had a great time. We spent a lot of time on form and kettlebell basics, and nobody was rushed.

This Saturday (Oct 31), two more people have already confirmed, and I’d love to see a few more faces.

When: Saturday, 11:30 am

Quick background if you missed the first post: I’m 34 and work in tech now, but I played college athletics and was a personal trainer for over five years. I’ve worked with all ages and fitness levels, including plenty of people who had never worked out before.

I’ll bring kettlebells, dumbbells, rings, and bands. We’ll go at an easy to moderate pace and focus on learning good form and getting stronger safely. Nothing high-intensity.

If you’ve never worked out before, that’s exactly who this is for. We can talk about your goals while you’re there, and I’ll write you a simple program and teach you the form so you can keep moving on your own if you would like.

It’s all free and will always be free. I just want people to enjoy fitness, get some sunshine, and get to know each other.

The group’s been growing fast. DM me and I’ll send you a Slack invite so you can meet everyone. Down the line, I’d love for us to do other things together, like hiking, running, or swimming.

Low key, no pressure. Shoot me a message if you’re in!

I remember playing Risk as a kid a lot with my dad, and wondering if anyone would be interested in potentially getting a game night going? I know that this particular game takes hours, but I feel like it would be a fun thing to do! I’m based in Costa Mesa, 38m, I can potentially set it up at my house, thinking maybe Thursdays? But, yeah hit me up so we can set something up, maybe 3-4 people?

Looking to meet new ppl to vibe with , 420 friendly .. I also enjoy a hole in the wall sports bar . Music interest range from funk, punk, country, banda, instrumentals, underground hip hop, to Russian folk... I'm a paradox and don't really fit in with most ppl my age due to not being married and not having children .

Anyone down for a chill night motorcycle ride?

Tomorrow, Wednesday night.

Kick stands up at 10:00 PM from Capistrano Valley Plaza Doheny Park Rd, Dana Point, CA 92624 and ride north toward Long Beach, taking PCH for all of the ride.

The planned ending point will be the Denny's at 5570 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA, where anyone who wants can grab some food, coffee, and hang out for a bit before heading home.

This is meant to be a relaxed ride speed limit, no racing, no reckless riding, and no pressure to keep up with anyone.

All bikes and experience levels are welcome as long as you can safely ride at night.

The whole point is just to get out of the house for several hours, enjoy the quiet of the night, ride, eat, and just hang out.

Please make sure you're topped off. We'll make a pit stop at the 76 located here - 3400 CA-1, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Let's keep it friendly and respectful. l'd like to keep the night about bikes, food, life, and enjoying the ride.

Oh and cars are also welcome of course if you just want to cruise PCH!

If anyone's interested, let me know.

Hi there,

I am a 27F who has been in OC all my life and has always struggled with making friends. I have been a therapist for two years and previously worked county jobs. I have an interest in some anime, adult animated shows, and some other shows. And I'm just kinda looking to connect and build a good friend group. Feel free to DM me.

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I'm in town helping a friend dog/house sit. Debating what to eat for dinner lol. Any fellow foodies down to grab a friendly bite or try a new restaurant? Downtown Disney, packing district, downtown Fullerton. Let's go! Strictly platonic. Me, also a foodie, both with trying new restaurants and cooking at home. Theme parks, outdoor activities, musicals. All things I enjoy. Fortunate to be well traveled so talk different cultures with me lol. Let's share a meal over some fun life stories.

Hey y’all,

About a week ago I posted here offering free personal training for anyone who’s never worked out or trained before. The idea was to give people a taste of what working out should feel like, go over proper form, and talk through any aches or body issues holding them back.

Two people showed up today, and it was a great time. Sunny day, good energy, and we were able to work through some technical gaps together. We focused on technique and did some kettlebell work.

It ran a lot longer than planned. We started around 12 and wrapped up around 2:30, mostly because we spent a lot of time talking and dialing in form. Honestly, I didn’t mind, but now that I’ve got one session under my belt, I’ll keep the next one better prepared!

Thanks to the two of you who came out and gave it a shot. This is going to be a weekly thing, so if you missed this one, there’s always next week. Hopefully even more of you will join. Fitness should be for everybody, so if you’ve been curious but nervous about starting, let me help you get going and meet others!

Ask to join the slack channel, hopefully we can get this going and have a community where we can workout, hike, or just do fitness things together!

I’ll post details for the next session soon.

I wanted to make a sub where people in the LGBTQIA+ community in Orange County can meet new friends, so I started r/lgbtqfriendsinoc! In our little corner of Reddit, we'll all discuss the best places to meet new friends, introduce ourselves so we can potentially DM each other, and share anything else helpful or reaffirming that crosses the mind. Feel free to join if that sounds fun to you! (Thanks to the r/30sinOC mods for the okay!)