National Social Blog: Tips from Our 20s–30s Events

Because your 20s and 30s shouldn’t be the loneliest time of your life. Let’s be honest — making new friends as an adult isn’t exactly easy. Whether you're new to a city like Ottawa or Montreal, or just tired of relying on dating apps to meet people, finding genuine connections can feel like a challenge. That’s why we created the National Social Networking Group — to make it easier, less awkward, and way more fun to build your social circle through real in-person events . Here’s how our events are helping 20s–30s connect, laugh, and turn strangers into actual friends — without any pressure. 🧋🎨 1. Events That Are Built for Socializing — Not Just Attending At most bars or parties, you’re expected to just walk up and “mingle.” But at our events, everything is structured around connection . Whether it’s a Bubble Tea & Paint Night , Cocktail Mixer , or a Salsa Dancing Social , you’re given natural ways to chat, share laughs, and meet 10+ new people in one night. Some example...

If you're in your 20s or 30s and looking for fun ways to meet new people in Ottawa , July is packed with can't-miss events! Whether you’re new to the city, craving fresh connections, or just need a break from the same old routine, these upcoming socials will help you expand your circle — no awkward small talk required. Here are 3 of Ottawa’s top social events this July that are perfect for young professionals, creatives, newcomers, and anyone ready to make new friends in real life. 🎨 1. Ottawa – Boba & Brush: Paint Night Social 📅 Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Hi T Lounge, 1076 Wellington St. W, Ottawa Looking for a creative, chill way to meet people? This Paint Night Social is a vibrant night out where you can sip bubble tea, meet new people in Ottawa , and express yourself through painting — no experience required. 🖌️ Why Attend: Great for solo attendees or small groups Meet fun 20s–30s locals in a casual setting All painting supplies p...

Let’s be real — meeting new people as an adult isn’t easy. Whether you're new to Ottawa or simply looking to expand your social circle, it can feel awkward trying to make friends in your 20s and 30s. Gone are the days of classroom buddies and dorm room chats. Now it’s work, errands, maybe the gym... and not a whole lot of built-in opportunities to form meaningful connections. But here’s the good news: Ottawa is full of people just like you , and the social scene here is more welcoming than you think — if you know where to look. 🎯 1. Join Events Designed for 20s–30s One of the best ways to meet new people in Ottawa is to attend real-world social events specifically geared toward people in their 20s and 30s. These events take the pressure off networking or dating and focus instead on casual, fun ways to connect. We started the National Social Networking Group for exactly this reason — to help young adults meet new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. From social mixer...