Casual Meetups Toronto

Happy Hour @Capocaccia Trattoria - Friday, August 14th, 2026 @3:00 PM

**Happy Hour Event!** Hi Amazing Ladies! Let's get together and celebrate summer at our upcoming HAPPY HOUR event at Capocaccia Trattoria on **Friday, August 14th, 2026 at 3:00 PM**. The venue offers delicious Italian cuisine with a commitment to delivering an unforgettable hospitality experience. Come enjoy an amazing selection of discounted beverages and food items. Click [here](https://www.capocaccia.ca/menus/aperitivo-mon-fri-3pm-6pm/) for a link to the Happy Hour menu. Meet friends and make some new ones in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Each participant will cover their own food and drink costs. **There is a non-refundable / non-transferable $5.00 cover fee** to attend this group event. This charge will reserve your spot, help with group costs and hopefully minimize no shows. **Payment of the $5 cover charge is due by FRIDAY, August 7th, 2026.** After this date, non payment of the cover fee will result in the Member's name being moved to the "not going" list so that those "waitlisted" have an opportunity to attend the Happy Hour. **Note - attendees may bring one guest (subject to space availability) under this cover charge.** In consideration of others, if you are not able to attend, please advise 48 hours prior to the event to allow other people on the waitlist to have your spot. No shows and less than 48 hours notice of non-attendance will be noted. 2 or more such occurrences will unfortunately lead to removal from the group. Thank you all for your understanding and consideration. Looking forward to connecting soon! Here are the details for the $5.00 e-transfer - E-mail - [weekendbrunchover50@hotmail.com](http://weekendbrunchover50@hotmail.com/), Security Question - What is the time of the event? **Happyhour** Hope to see you there!

Casual Board Games and Pub Social After

The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. Play in French: On the last Friday of the month, we're offering a table where the games are played in French. Anyone with an intermediate level of French who wants to practice while playing is welcome to join. Just ask for Philippe when you arrive. **Time** *Board Games Start time: 630pm - Board Games end time: 10pm *Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. Payment **There are two ways to pay** **10 by Cash - coins are not accepted. Only bills.**** **11.55 by Debit/Credit card **Charity Donations** - This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** *Everyone will get cookies/candy for free - Cups will be provided for tap water *Bring your own food and drink. - Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy ***ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

Trivia at Old Flame

Let's check out the trivia game at Old Flame, in the Distillery District. Should be fun.

Korean Martial Arts (Casual Classes) - FREE

***\*\*\*This class is open to all levels, weather permitting; in an event of poor weather conditions class will be changed to a regular class\*\*\**** **Come workout, have fun, relieve your stress, and meet your fellow neighbours!** Welcoming interested people to join our FREE classes every Tuesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and every Sunday afternoon from 2:30PM-4:30PM near Bathurst/Lake Shore area. Classes are led by our event organizer, Master **Dave Crook**, a seasoned 4th degree black belt Hapkido practitioner from a respected academy with many years of experience in this art and various others. **About this form of martial arts:** Hapkido is a hybrid Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling, throwing techniques, kicks, punches, and other striking attacks. **How to join:** Join this group/event and directly message me with your interest. **Q: Is this completely FREE?** A: Yes, classes/lessons are completely FREE **Q: Do I require a gi/uniform to participate?** A: Gi is completely optional, only required when doing groundwork grappling/throw techniques **Q: Are there grading and belt progression?** A: Yes, there are grading and belts, which will cost $30 just to cover the cost, testing will done when YOU are comfortable and ready! **Current Martial Artists Belt Status:** 1x Masters - 4th Degree Black Belt 1x Yellow Belt (former red belt) 1x Yellow Stripe Belt 134x White Belts **Belt Colours - Progression in Descending Order:** * White Belt * Yellow Stripe Belt * Yellow Belt * Orange Stripe Belt * Orange Belt * Green Stripe Belt * Green Belt * Blue Stripe Belt * Blue Belt * Red Stripe Belt * Red Belt * Black Stripe Belt * Black Belt **Curriculum of Techniques** **White Belt to Yellow Stripe:** **Strikes (all strikes from left wrist grab, striking with right)** 1\. Sword Strike to Clavicle 2\. Nunchuk Strike to Temple 3\. Companion Sword Strike with Elbow Strike to Solar Plexus 4\. Spear Hand to Femoral Artery 5\. Palm Strike to Floating Rib 6\. Spear Hand to Trachea **Breakaways (all breakaways from right wrist grab)** 1\. Latissimus Dorsi push with bucking back fist 2\. When pulled with bucking back fist 3\. When pushed with bucking back fist 4\. Downward break away with elbow strike 5\. Live\-hand tricept push up with elbow strike 6\. Assisted tricept push\-up with elbow strike **Take Downs (performed both sides)** 1\. Pivot throw Joint Locks (all joint locks from right wrist grab) 1\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 2\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 45 degrees 3\. One inch bow 4\. Side wrist lock \- bend elbow 5\. Side elbow lock 6\. Elbow lock controlled **Escapes From Mounted Position (all from opponent on mount position - performed both sides)** 1\. Escape to Mount 2\. Escape to Guard 3\. As punches are received \- buck \- single arm hook \- roll 4\. As punches are received \- buck \- shoulder walk \- two arm hook \- guard 5\. Escape when head is locked 6\. Escape when head is locked with high mount **Kicks (both sides)** 1\. Side kick **To learn more about Hwa Won Yue Hapkido visit our website here:** http://www.hapkidohwawonyue.ca/toronto.html#

💡❓ Brass Facts Trivia @ Eataly/Birroteca 🧠

J## 🧠🎉 Brass Facts Trivia @ Eataly/Birroteca🍻 **Think fast, laugh hard, and make new friends!** We’ll be meeting at Brass Facts Trivia @ Eataly/Birrotecar. \#\#\# 🕖 About the Event Trivia start at **7:30 PM** and runs until around **10:30 PM**. **ask for Colleen’s group** when you arrive! Expect a lively mix of **pop culture, history, music, sports, and random fun questions**, and great food! 🧩💬 \#\#\# 💸 Cost & Policy Everyone must spend at least **$10 (plus tax & tip)** at the pub. **NEW POLICY:** * 🆕 *First-timers* must send a **$5 deposit** by e-transfer to \*\*[tommills@rogers.com**](http://tommills@rogers.com%2A%2A/) and message Colleen right away on this page or the sign-up page. * 💌 There will be a **$1 reminder charge** if you don’t send the deposit promptly. * 👥 You may bring **1 guest**, but please e-transfer **$10** in advance. You’ll be refunded once your guest arrives. \#\#\# 🧠 Why You’ll Love It Trivia night isn’t just about questions — it’s about **connection, laughter, and teamwork**. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for the fun, it’s always a great time! 📱 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t) \#\#\# ⚠️ Notes * Please don’t just “show up” without RSVPing — seating is limited, and teams need to be balanced. * Occasionally, the organizer may need to rearrange teams if one is *too stacked* (e.g., all the sports or music experts together!). * Sometimes things happen — events can be canceled or adjusted, so keep an eye out for updates. * 📩 **Questions?** Contact **Colleen**, your organizer, by posting on the event page. Trivia starts at 7:30p.m., but we meet at 7p.m. - ask the staff for colleen's tables. **everyone MUST spend at least $10 (plus tax and tip) on food/drinks.** **1ST TIMERS MUST E-TRANSFER A $5 DEPOSIT TO [tommills@rogers.com,](http://tommills@rogers.com,/) AND INFORM COLLEEN ON THIS PAGE, THE SIGN UP PAGE, OR PERSONAL MSG. PAGE, AS SOON AS YOU SIGN UP. you will be refunded in cash if/when you show up.** **ANYONE BRINGING 1 GUEST MUST E-TRANSFER A $10 REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT FOR THEIR GUEST.** **IT CAUSES ME EXTRA STRESS & WORK WHEN 1ST TIMERS DON'T SEND THEIR E-DEPOSITS AS REQUESTED,** **SO IF I NEED TO REMIND ANYONE TO DO THIS RIGHT AWAY, THEY WILL BE CHARGED $1 FOR EACH REMINDER.**

Casual Sunday Gaming at LVLUP GAMES!

OTHER CAFE POLICIES There is an entry fee of 8+tax/person. If you RSVP before the cut off time you will only be required to pay 6+tax/person. The RSVP cut off time is 4 hours before the event starts. We offer coffee and other beverage options. We would greatly appreciate that you not bring outside drinks into the store. This includes resold, prepackaged food from the convenience store. We also offer pastries baked in house, light fare, and some pre-packaged snacks. We permit you to bring food options from the other businesses in the plaza (Henry's Fish & Chips and Vito's Pizza) to support our neighbouring, small businesses. DO NOT REARRANGE TABLES OR MOVE TO OTHER TABLES NOT DESIGNATED FOR THE EVENT WITHOUT CONSENT FROM STAFF. Be considerate of other guests when selecting games from our library and limit the number of games you bring back to each table to two (2) at a time. You are welcome to bring your own games to use in the cafe, but LVLUP GAMES is not responsible for lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged games/components As a general meet up rule (since the cafe has limited seating), it is of the utmost importance that if you plan on attending you sign up for the event. Likewise, if you are unable to make it, kindly mark that you will not be coming so your spot becomes available for another person. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Hope to see you soon!

☀️Picnic and Chill

SALSA & PIZZA SOCIAL @ Near CRISTIE PITS PARK by Toronto Babel

## 💃🍕 Salsa & Pizza Social Night **Friday\, August 7 \| Near Christie Pits Park** Get your advance ticket here with our special discount code "**CS5**" : https://www.event-space.net/event-details/salsa-pizza-social-night **Back by popular demand!** After last year's Salsa & Pizza Social was such a hit, we're bringing it back—**bigger and better!** Join us for an unforgettable summer evening of salsa dancing, **FREE pizza**, music, and great company under the stars. Whether you're coming with friends or flying solo, this is the perfect way to meet new people and enjoy a warm summer night in the city. 💃🍕🌙 ### 📍 Time & Location **Friday, August 7, 2026** **7:00 PM – 11:00 PM** **Near Christie Pits Park, Toronto** 📍 **The exact location will be provided on your ticket after purchase.** ### 📅 Schedule 🍕 **7:00 PM** – Music starts & **FREE PIZZA** *(first come, first served while supplies last!)* 💃 **8:00 PM** – 45-minute beginner-friendly salsa workshop 🎶 **9:00 PM** – Open social dancing, music, and mingling under the stars ### ✨ Highlights ✅ FREE pizza *(first come, first served while supplies last)* 🍕 ✅ 45-minute salsa workshop with a live instructor 💃 ✅ DJ spinning salsa, bachata & Top 40 hits 🎧 ✅ Open dance floor all night 🕺 ✅ Meet new people in a fun, welcoming outdoor atmosphere 🌎 ✅ Drinks available for purchase 🍻 🌸 **Dress Code:** Floral vibes! Wear your favourite floral shirt, dress, or accessories and help make the park bloom with colour. 🌺 Whether you're an experienced dancer or stepping onto the dance floor for the first time, this event is all about great music, good vibes, delicious pizza, and making new connections. 🎟️ **Secure your spot now—this event is expected to sell out!** ### ⚠️ Please Note 📍 Exact location will be shared on your ticket after purchase. 🎟️ Tickets must be digitally presented at entry. 📸 Photos & videos will be captured during the event. ❗ All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Your contribution helps cover food, the DJ, sound system, permits, and other event expenses. #torontobabel #torontoevents #eventspace #meetspace #salsa #bachata #pizzanight #christiepits #todotoronto #blogto #torontocalendar #torontosummer

TOPHATs Taste of the Danforth and The Only Cafe for a beer.

Join Lawrence, your top hatted host, for a Taste of the Danforth and A Taste of Crafty Goodness. 6 pm, our adventure begins at the doors to Chester Station. Let me know if you are delayed as The Danny will be busy. We will be strolling eastwards, catching some summer tunes, eating some tasty foods and walking our way to The Only Cafe for our Craft Beer refreshments. Please bring cash, as I usually get a fist full of fives from the BMO or TD ATM. https://tasteofthedanforth.com/ The Only Cafe https://www.theonlycafe.com/

Ultimate Frisbee Pickup Game! (Weekly)

REBOOT - Exercise! Fun! Food! Drinks! This meetup has it all! This ultimate frisbee meetup is a great way to make friends and get great exercise at the same time! What is ultimate frisbee? It's like soccer with a frisbee but with end zones like football. Come out and learn the ropes and have a good time. All skill levels welcome. And after frisbee is food and drinks! This meetup runs every week from May through September. This event is co-hosted with the group 30MidtownSingles. https://www.meetup.com/30smidtownsingles/events/ A 1 time per season charge of $2 is collected for equipment costs (Cones & Pinneys). Schedule: 6:30-7:15 Practice 7:15-8:30 Games 9:00 Food and Drinks at a nearby pub! (TBD)

*Long Weekend* (Walk, Talk and Ice Cream)

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a wonderful and relaxed long weekend walk; as we explore some pretty parks, trail and cool neighbourhoods with wonderful sights to see and friendly people to share it with.... And then let's go for some Ice Cream and Beverages after :) (Different routes and sites each time :) (Please arrive between 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm) **Location and Meeting Spot:** \*We will meet outside **Tim Hortons** **(3080 Yonge Street) (Yonge & Lawrence)** (Very Close to the Subway line, and plenty of Free Street Parking along Lawrence) \*Washrooms inside Grocery Store at the Yonge and Lawrence corner Details of Event Below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) Event Details: **\*Long Weekend\* (Walk, Talk and Ice Cream)** **(Yonge and Lawrence)** \*We can get to know everyone, take some lovely scenic photos and share some laughs \*Perhaps play a couple ice breaker games as well to help build some bonds \*Great way to naturally make connections and release all the stress from the day \*Stick around after if you like as we will grab some ice cream, and possibly food and beverages close to where our starting point is \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Location and Time: Where and When to meet us?** \*We will meet outside Tim Hortons **(3080 Yonge Street)** (Very Close to the Subway line, and plenty of Free Street Parking along Lawrence) \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at 4:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 4:30 p.m. ) This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through the beautiful trails and neighbourhoods in this tranquil area. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

TOPHATs Dusk Dances, a Fox and a Fiddle!?!

Join Lawrence, your Top hatted Host, for an evening Taps and Apps followed by Modern dances in Withrow Park. At 6 pm, we will meet at the Fox and Fiddle Danforth for some Taps and Apps. https://www.foxandfiddle.com/ 535 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P At 7 pmish, we will pay our tabs and walk to Withrow Park for a Pay What You Can event Dusk Dances. I will be giving $20. https://www.duskdances.ca/seasons/2026 Please bring a folding chair as the setting is in a park. “Anhelo” reflects the experience of diaspora as an immigrant woman, marked by the longing to belong, the pressure to adapt, and the grief for a home that time has irrevocably transformed. A rock concert weaving Sign Language and Dance to tell the story of the rockstar Microphone Controller. Disorder explores the duality that the conception of order plays in Cai Glover's experience becoming deaf. TAAN Rooted in folk movement vocabulary and the circular spirit of Garba, the choreography uses repetition, grounded footwork, and collective pulse to evoke birth, care, celebration, and belonging. This event wraps up at around 9:30 pm