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In Dallas, join a Westlake social run, play pickleball at Four Corners or bring a project to a DFW Young & Social craft meetup.

6:30 PM RecommendedFitness
Braindead Running Club (opens in a new tab)
A social run followed by a pint at Westlake. Start times shift later in summer, so check the week's event before leaving.
Where
Westlake Brewing Company, 2816 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Free; drinks optional
EveningFitness
CorePower Yoga West Village (opens in a new tab)
Instructor-led yoga classes in West Village.
Where
2970 Cityplace West Blvd, Uptown
Cost
Paid class
7:30 PM RecommendedEvent
Geeks Who Drink trivia at The Londoner (opens in a new tab)
Team pub trivia at The Londoner. If you come alone, ask about joining a table.
Where
The Londoner Pub Dallas, 5321 E Mockingbird Ln, Unit 250
Cost
Free to play; food and drinks optional
Happy hourBar
Parliament (opens in a new tab)
A compact cocktail bar with bar seating and a weekday happy-hour crowd.
Where
2418 N Akard St, Uptown
Cost
Buy a drink
Early eveningBar
The Standard Pour (opens in a new tab)
A bar and restaurant for food and drinks. Early evening is quieter and better for conversation than later at night.
Where
2900 McKinney Ave, Uptown
Cost
Buy a drink
EveningBar
The Grapevine Bar (opens in a new tab)
A neighborhood bar with an outdoor patio and recurring events.
Where
2213 Butler St, Oak Lawn
Cost
Buy a drink

7:00 PM RecommendedSocial
The Porch (opens in a new tab)
A large Christian young-adult gathering with worship and community time for people in their 20s and 30s.
Where
Watermark Community Church, 7540 LBJ Fwy, Dallas
Cost
Free
7:00 PM RecommendedDating
Timeleft singles dinner (opens in a new tab)
Dinner with four to six singles matched through the app. The restaurant is revealed 12 hours beforehand; book by the event's cutoff.
Where
Restaurant selected in the Timeleft app, Dallas
Cost
Meal cost varies
1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:00 PM RecommendedSocial
Northwest Bible Church Young Adults (opens in a new tab)
Worship, food and community time for singles and couples in their 20s through mid-30s. Meetings follow the school year.
Where
Northwest Bible Church, 8505 Douglas Ave, Dallas
Cost
Free
7:00 PM RecommendedFitness
Ghost Mammoth pickleball open play at Four Corners (opens in a new tab)
Pickleball open play at the taproom. Bring a paddle or check whether equipment is available before signing up.
Where
Four Corners Brewing, 1311 S Ervay St, Dallas
Cost
Check event listing
7:00–9:00 PM RecommendedEvent
Jeopardy! Bar League @ Vector Brewing (opens in a new tab)
Free team trivia in the JEOPARDY! format. Solo players and teams are welcome.
Where
Vector Brewing, 9850 Walnut Hill Ln, Suite 405, Lake Highlands
Cost
Free
7:00–9:00 PMEvent
Pub trivia at On Rotation (opens in a new tab)
Pub trivia at On Rotation.
Where
On Rotation Brewery & Kitchen, 7701 Lemmon Ave, Suite 200
Cost
Free to play; food and drinks optional
Game events varySocial
Common Ground Games tabletop events (opens in a new tab)
Trading-card and tabletop events at a game store.
Where
Common Ground Games, 1314 Inwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75247
Cost
Varies by event
MorningCafé
Merit Coffee — Deep Ellum (opens in a new tab)
A Deep Ellum coffee shop with bar seating.
Where
2639 Main St, Suite 140, Deep Ellum
Cost
Buy a coffee

7:00–9:00 PM RecommendedEvent
Community Beer Co. trivia night (opens in a new tab)
Free weekly brewery trivia with prizes.
Where
Community Beer Co., 3110 Commonwealth Dr, Dallas
Cost
Free
6:30 PM RecommendedFitness
Westlake Social Run (opens in a new tab)
A group run followed by a pint at Westlake. Start times change with the season.
Where
Westlake Brewing Company, 2816 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Free; drinks optional
7:30 PMEvent
Westlake Trivia (opens in a new tab)
Stay at Westlake after the social run for brewery trivia.
Where
Westlake Brewing Company, 2816 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Free
7:00 PM RecommendedFitness
Dallas Running Club social run/walk at White Rock Alehouse (opens in a new tab)
Choose a one-mile, 5K or 10K route, then gather with the group at White Rock Alehouse. Runners and walkers welcome.
Where
White Rock Alehouse & Brewery, 7331 Gaston Ave, Dallas
Cost
Free
2nd Wednesday, 6:00 PMSocial
Four Corners board-game night (opens in a new tab)
Board games at the taproom, hosted by Bay Window Board Games.
Where
Four Corners Brewing, 1311 S Ervay St, Dallas
Cost
Buy a drink or food
7:15 PMFitness
DFW Young & Social Hatha Yoga (opens in a new tab)
Free Hatha yoga for all levels. A $5 donation is suggested.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free; $5 suggested donation
Biweekly Wednesdays, 7:00 PMSocial
DFW Young & Social Book Club (opens in a new tab)
A free book discussion with titles chosen by group vote. You can join even if you have not finished the book.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free
Wednesday–Thursday, 1 PM–closeBar
Ampelos Wines (opens in a new tab)
A wine bar with tastings scheduled separately from regular bar hours.
Where
411 W 8th St, Oak Cliff
Cost
Wine and tasting prices vary

3rd Thursday, 7:00–9:00 PM RecommendedFitness
Movement Partner Project (opens in a new tab)
A climbing meetup for finding new belay partners. Solo arrivals are welcome; check entry requirements before attending.
Where
Movement Design District, 2800 Market Center Blvd, Dallas
Cost
Day pass or membership
Thursdays, 5:00–10:00 PM RecommendedSocial
Community Beer Co. game night (opens in a new tab)
Board games, table games and a ping-pong league at the brewery. Solo arrivals are welcome.
Where
Community Beer Co., 3110 Commonwealth Dr, Dallas
Cost
Buy food or drinks
6:30 PM RecommendedFitness
Pint Striders @ Bar W (opens in a new tab)
A social run from Bar W with a brewery finish. Check the weekly post for the route and meeting point.
Where
Bar W, Uptown / Katy Trail area
Cost
Free; drinks optional
Selected Thursdays, 7:00 PMSocial
Four Corners Lotería (opens in a new tab)
Lotería at the brewery on selected Thursdays. The October 8 game is canceled; the next listed game is October 22.
Where
Four Corners Brewing, 1311 S Ervay St, Dallas
Cost
Free to play; drinks optional
6:00–10:00 PM RecommendedSocial
Thursdays on Tap at the Perot Museum (opens in a new tab)
A 21+ museum night with exhibits, live music, food trucks, drinks and outdoor games. The 2026 season ends October 22.
Where
Perot Museum, 2201 N Field St, Downtown Dallas
Cost
Ticketed; food and drinks extra
League schedule variesFitness
Dallas Sport & Social sand volleyball (opens in a new tab)
Adult co-ed volleyball with weekly games over a season. Register as a free agent to be placed on a team.
Where
Dallas-area sand volleyball courts; venue varies by league
Cost
League fee varies
5:00 PM–2:00 AMBar
Midnight Rambler (opens in a new tab)
A cocktail bar inside the Joule hotel, with seating at the bar.
Where
The Joule, 1530 Main St, Downtown Dallas
Cost
Buy a drink
Next meetup: Thu Oct 22, 7:00 PM RecommendedNewSocial
20s and 30s in Uptown Dallas / Deep Ellum / Greenville (opens in a new tab)
Meet-and-greets for people in their 20s and 30s. Solo arrivals are welcome; venues change between events.
Where
Happiest Hour, 2616 Olive St, Uptown (Oct 22 meetup)
Cost
Buy your own food or drinks
Late afternoonBar
Katy Trail Ice House (opens in a new tab)
A large outdoor beer garden beside the Katy Trail, with a long bar and food.
Where
Katy Trail Ice House, 3127 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201
Cost
Food and drinks

3rd Friday; next listed Oct 16, 5:30 PM RecommendedSocial
DFW Young & Social board-game night (opens in a new tab)
A free monthly board-game night with open tables and a large game library.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free
2nd Friday, 6:00–7:00 PM RecommendedEvent
DFW Young & Social Improv Games & Workshop (opens in a new tab)
A free beginner improv workshop with group games and shared exercises.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free
2nd Friday, eveningSocial
DFW Young & Social Potluck (opens in a new tab)
A monthly potluck dinner and activity night. Check the event listing for what to bring.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free; bring a dish
1st FridayFitness
Movement Bring-a-Friend Night (opens in a new tab)
Members can bring a guest to climb free for the day. Ask a member you know to invite you.
Where
Movement Design District, 2800 Market Center Blvd, Dallas
Cost
Free for invited guest
Happy hourBar
Neighborhood Cellar (opens in a new tab)
A neighborhood wine bar and bottle shop with a patio and wines by the glass.
Where
246 W Davis St, Bishop Arts
Cost
Wine prices vary
EveningBar
Ruins (opens in a new tab)
Mezcal and Mexican food at a Deep Ellum bar.
Where
2653 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Food and drinks

7:00 / 8:30 AM RecommendedFitness
214 Run Club (opens in a new tab)
Choose an 8-mile, 5-mile or 3-mile group run, then stay for coffee with the runners.
Where
Katy Trail Station, 4825 Cole Ave, Dallas
Cost
Free
Saturday morningFitness
Dallas Running Club (opens in a new tab)
A running club for members, with group training and monthly races.
Where
White Rock Lake, Dallas; routes and start points vary
Cost
Free to try; membership/program fees vary
2:00–4:00 PM RecommendedSocial
DFW Young & Social Craft Social (opens in a new tab)
Free drop-in crafting at shared tables. Bring a project and work on it while chatting with the group.
Where
DFW Young & Social Club, 2309 Springlake Rd, Suite 600, Farmers Branch
Cost
Free
10:00 AMFitness
Westlake Brewery Yoga (opens in a new tab)
Free yoga at the brewery, with time for food or a drink after class.
Where
Westlake Brewing Company, 2816 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Free; drinks optional
Sat Oct 10, 12:00–3:00 PM RecommendedEvent
Pasta Perfecto! hands-on class @ The Cookery (opens in a new tab)
A three-hour, hands-on pasta class. Tickets are sold per person, so you can book a place on your own.
Where
The Cookery, 1130 Dragon St, Suite 180, Dallas, TX 75207
Cost
Ticketed; current listing $125 per person
Saturday daytime; check market hoursSocial
Dallas Farmers Market (opens in a new tab)
Local vendors and food stalls in The Shed, plus a separate food hall in the Market building.
Where
Dallas Farmers Market, 920 S Harwood St, Dallas, TX 75201
Cost
Free entry; purchases vary
Saturday–Sunday brunch, 9:00 AM–4:00 PMSocial
The Henry brunch and rooftop lounge (opens in a new tab)
Weekend brunch at an Uptown restaurant with a rooftop bar and lounge.
Where
The Henry, 2301 Akard St, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75201
Cost
Food and drink prices vary
Saturday brunchSocial
Encina brunch (opens in a new tab)
Weekend brunch with cocktails and mimosas in Bishop Arts.
Where
Encina, 614 W Davis St, Suite 100, Dallas, TX 75208
Cost
Food and drink prices vary
October events; age ranges vary RecommendedDating
Jigsaw Dating Dallas (opens in a new tab)
Hosted singles events in age-specific groups, including ages 22–30 and 30–45.
Where
Rotating Dallas venues
Cost
Ticketed; varies
Selected Saturdays; 6:00 PM RecommendedNewDating
MyCheekyDate Dallas speed dating (opens in a new tab)
Hosted speed dating for singles ages 25–39 at Aloft, with short introductions and matching.
Where
Aloft Dallas Love Field, 2333 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas
Cost
Ticketed; varies

5:00 PM RecommendedEvent
Four Corners Geeks Who Drink Trivia (opens in a new tab)
Pub trivia at the brewery on selected Sundays. Confirm the date before bringing your team.
Where
Four Corners Brewing, 1311 S Ervay St, Dallas
Cost
Free to play; food and drinks optional
11:00 AMFitness
Westlake Brewery Yoga (opens in a new tab)
Free brewery yoga. Stay after class to talk with the group over a drink.
Where
Westlake Brewing Company, 2816 Commerce St, Deep Ellum
Cost
Free; drinks optional
Monthly Sundays; check event listingFitness
DFW Young & Social Walk-and-Talks (opens in a new tab)
Monthly group walks with time to talk along the way. Check the event for the meeting point.
Where
Rotating DFW trails; October listing: Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, Plano
Cost
Free
Monthly; next event Sun Oct 11, 6:00–9:00 PM RecommendedSocial
Oak Cliff Chess Club @ The Wild Detectives (opens in a new tab)
Free chess for all levels at The Wild Detectives. Bring a board and play with neighbors.
Where
The Wild Detectives, 314 W 8th St, Oak Cliff, Dallas
Cost
Free
Events and venues varySocial
Dallas Social Singles & Fun (opens in a new tab)
Social events for singles ages 21+, drawing people in their 20s through 40s. Check each event for any narrower age range.
Where
Venue varies by event; check the Meetup listing
Cost
Varies by event
Early eveningBar
Bodega Wine Bar (opens in a new tab)
A neighborhood wine bar with bar seating and small plates.
Where
6434 E Mockingbird Ln, Suite 109, Dallas
Cost
Wine and food

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