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Fleet Feet
Local running store organizing group runs at their South Loop location on Mondays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
Go Run
A free, open-running program organized by CARA and the Chicago Park District that hosts timed 5K and 1 Mile events at various neighborhood parks throughout Chicago.
Chicago Board Games Meetup
A weekly board game meetup in Chicago where enthusiasts can explore new venues and connect with fellow gamers.
Chicago Community Chorus
A community choir based in Chicago that rehearses at three locations across the city (North, South, and West Sides) and performs professional concerts featuring American choral music, spirituals, gospel, and Broadway favorites.
Chicago Cycling Club
A friendly, diverse group of bikers of all ages, ethnicities, and professions who organize weekly fitness rides, historical tours, beer tours, and social rides throughout Chicago.
Collective Yoga Co-op
Collective Yoga Co-op is a community‑run yoga collective that offers pop‑up and hybrid virtual classes across Chicago. It partners with local businesses, charities and venues to provide accessible, regular yoga sessions for all ages and skill levels. The group is open to anyone who wants to join a class.
Chicago Food Bank Volunteer Team
A volunteer group for individuals and teams to help end hunger in Chicago and Cook County by repacking bulk food, sorting donations, and delivering produce to pantry partners.
Arts Club of Chicago
A community organization dedicated to supporting Chicago's artistic heritage and creative communities, featuring events and initiatives led by its executive director and chief curator.
Insight Chicago Meditation Community
A vipassana meditation organization active in Chicago since 1997, offering meditation groups, workshops, and retreats based on mindfulness meditation within the Theravada Buddhist tradition.
Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago
A meditation center offering practical Buddhist teachings and classes focused on daily life challenges, open to everyone regardless of background.
Meditation Center of Chicago
The Meditation Center of Chicago offers guided meditation sessions led by experienced monks and meditation mentors to help individuals clear their mind, find tranquility, and manage stress. Weekly classes and monthly events are open to everyone, from novices to seasoned practitioners, at no cost.
Shambhala Chicago Meditation Community
The Shambhala Chicago Meditation Community offers weekly open meditation sessions, Buddhist and Shambhala classes, and community events rooted in Tibetan Buddhist teachings. It welcomes people of all traditions and experience levels to practice mindfulness and cultivate compassion. The community emphasizes inclusivity, with special groups like Queer Dharma for LGBTQIA+ participants.
Chicago Conservation Corps
A program of the Chicago Academy of Sciences and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum that collaborates with city partners to advance environmental initiatives.
Chicago Craft Club
A community group for 18+ crafters in the Chicagoland area to meet, share art supplies, and learn from each other through BYOC meetups.
Chi-Town Social Fitness Club
A vibrant social fitness club geared towards folks in their 20s and 30s across the Chicagoland area, offering a variety of outdoor and indoor activities such as bike rides, 5k runs, yoga, and mobility workshops.
AWS Chicago User Group
A community group for AWS users and developers in Chicago, hosting technical sessions and knowledge sharing events.
Chicago Startup and Tech Mixer
A networking group for startups and tech professionals in Chicago, hosting mixers and events like the Chicago Tech Mixer 2025.
Chicago Tech Meetup
A community group where brilliant minds gather to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming industries, reshaping careers, and redefining what's possible in Chicago's tech scene.
ProductTank Chicago
A professional community for fintech leaders and product managers, organizing leadership forums and networking events.
PyData Chicago
A community group focused on Python data science and analytics, hosting events like the Best Practices for Building a Reliable Lakehouse session.
Stripe Chicago
A community group for Stripe users and developers in Chicago, organizing meetups and technical discussions.
! Chicago Is My Oyster!! There Is Always More To Explore!!
A social group in Chicago for exploring new experiences together.
Chicago Dining Out Meetup (CDO)
Chicago dining meetup group hosting food events like potluck picnics.
Chicago Polyamory Connection
Polyamory social group in Chicago for open relationships and ethical non-monogamy.
Chicago Social Anxiety and Introvert Group
Chicago Social Anxiety and Introvert Group meets in Chicago for social events
Chicagoland 20’s and 30’s Young Professionals
Chicagoland 20’s and 30’s Young Professionals is a community group in Chicago, IL
Conscious Chicago Friends: Social, Chill, and Wellness Hangs
Conscious Chicago Friends organizes social, chill, and wellness hangouts in Chicago.
Mixers and Minglers - Western & NW Suburbs
Casual social group for mingling in Chicago's western and northwest suburbs.
S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues - Chicago
Coed social sports leagues in Chicago for casual play and meeting new people.
West Suburban Millennials Fun Group
Social group for young professionals in Chicago's western suburbs
Windy City Skaters
Windy City Skaters is a Chicago group hosting the American Cancer Society Walk & Roll.
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Chicago social group hosting karaoke, sports, and game events to do things together.
Aging Well at The AUX
A monthly group offering back-to-back mindful movement and herbalism programs at The AUX in Evanston.
Bridge Builders
A program focused on relationship skill-building, teaching listening, patience, respect, and conflict resolution to build bridges across cultural and racial differences.
Center on Halsted Senior Program
Center on Halsted provides an array of programs and services for LGBTQ community members over the age of 55 through its Senior Program, where more than 150 seniors participate each week.
Chicago Hyde Park Village
Chicago Hyde Park Village helps its members remain in their homes and engaged in the community as they grow older through education, volunteerism, and referrals.
Golden Star Club
A group that gathers for movement and a light meal provided by Alderman Coleman's office at Lindblom Park.
Kelvyn Park Senior Satellite Center
A senior center offering fitness, nutrition, social events, and digital literacy workshops for adults aged 55 and older.
Ready, Set, Live!
A program connecting older adults to build relationships, reduce isolation, learn computer skills, and participate in intergenerational activities.
Sounds Good Choir
Sounds Good Choir, NFP is a welcoming community where older adults enhance their well-being through the joy of music, serving multiple choirs in the greater Chicagoland area.
South Central Community Services Brag Club
South Central Community Services hosts a Brag Club where adults ages 55 and older gather for socialization, cultural, and recreational activities.
South Loop Village
The South Loop Village is a community-based volunteer organization created to enable neighborhood residents to age in community and enjoy the quality of life they cherish.
Walking & Wellness Club
A group that enjoys walking together indoors while listening to favorite tunes, located at the Salvation Army Freedom Center.
Chicago Area Beagle Owners
Group for beagle lovers to share photos and meet at the dog beach once or twice a summer with flexible member-hosted meetups.
Chicago Dachshund Lovers
Free Facebook group hosting a few meetups a year and two special annual events including the HallowWEENIE walk and Dachshund Derby.
Chicago Doodle Meets
Monthly meetup group for doodle mixes hosted by Poppy and her mom, featuring fun gifts and optional local business activities.
Chicago Goldens
Tight-knit group holding lowkey meetups every few months for Golden Retrievers and their parents at locations like The West Loop 569 Bark Park.
Chicago Schnauzer Meet Up
Part of a larger Schnauzer Meet Up organization with Chicago-specific meetups at Margate Park Puptown Dog Park where members collect bandanas.
Dog Friendly Chicago
Follows Boston Terriers Oskar & Milo on dog-friendly adventures with casual outdoor social hangouts and indoor play sessions throughout Chicagoland.
Frenchies of Chicagoland
Private monthly meetup group for French Bulldogs run by Enzo and Ollie Bear, featuring holiday gift exchanges, smaller meetups, and family spotlights with a friend-referral system.
Lake Shore Park Dog Owners Association
Facebook page dedicated to hosting themed meetups at Lake Shore Park in Streeterville including Howl-o-ween, Easter Egg Hunt, and costume contests.
Pack Walk Club
A dog walking group for handlers in Chicago and its suburbs focused on leash reactivity, socialization, and pack-style walks with 20+ dogs per session.
Small Dog Playgroup Chicago
Previously held Thursday meetups at Horner Park and Logan Square for small dogs between 5lbs and 20lbs; currently less active but members can create their own meetups.
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