How to meet new friends in Denver

Living in a city in your 20's and 30's can be an isolating experience. Many of us reap the benefits of being able to work from home, but miss out on the connections that work culture brings.

Throughout your day-to-day it's uncommon to find yourself in multiple positions to meet new people and have meaningful conversations. It just doesn't happen as often as we would probably like it too.

Whether you've just moved to Denver, or have lived here for many years and just haven't found your "tribe", it's easy to feel like making friends as an adult is an impossible feat. That's why I felt I needed to compile a list of ways to make friends in Denver.

I wrote this article for people who feel like:

-> Going out culture lacks meaningful connections the next day

-> You find yourself relishing in the college days (because that was the last time you had a walkable community of people you knew around you)

-> You contemplate starting over in a new city

-> You just moved to Denver and the thought of making friends is a daunting task

Life post-college, opportunities to meet new people are few and far between. Now more than ever, we need excuses to get out of the house and meet new people. Here is a list of 5 companies that are providing ways for people in their 20's and 30's to find meaningful connections in the city of Denver.

1. MTN KDS

Where: mtnkds.com

What: Mountain Kids is an event community based in Denver, centered around bringing people together while exploring the outdoors. They host volleyball tournaments, hikes, roadtrips, ski days, watch parties - just about any excuse to gather people together - Mountain Kids offers it.

2. Nurture Events + Space

Where: www.visitnurture.com

Address: 2949 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80211

What: Nurture is a community event space that offers wellness focused events, sound bowl meditations, networking nights, and so much more. You don’t have to be a member to attend the events although they also host member-only events. You can grab a coffee and get some work done during the day and have dinner and a cocktail by night.

5. The Banshee House

Where: @thebansheehouse

What: This community event space is a hidden-gem in Denver. They offer events ranging from backyard DJ sets, abstract art pop-ups, vinyasa classes, and so much more. I always keep an eye on their events throughout the summer for the best place to day drink on a Saturday in Denver.

3. Meet & Mangia

Where: meetandmangia.com

What: Meet & Mangia is an online platform that allows you to join dinner reservations with new people around Denver. With tables of up to 6 people, Meet & Mangia is a comfortable and effortless way to meet new people with no pressure. Reservations go from Wednesday-Friday. 

4. Hi Neighbor

Where: www.hineighborhi.com

What: Hi Neighbor is a community club that hosts events, parties and meals around Denver. Hi Neighbor centers its events on exploring the depth that Denver has to offer and uniting its different neighborhoods.