Chicago Group TravelComplete List of How to Meet People in Chicago
Chicago is a busy city and there is always something going on somewhere. With this list we hope to give you an idea of where to start looking for new friends. Whether you are into volunteering, comedy classes, sports leagues or fitness, there is something for everyone in this great city!
Human connection is vitally important for our health and sharing a commonality is a way to bring people together! The best way to develop new friendships is to find commonalities with others. The below organizations are great places to find people with similar tastes and interests.
Faith Based Organizations
When people get together and center around a shared faith, friendships form. We meet other people who have been in the same situation as us, who understand our struggles, and who share our faith. Below we put together a brief list of some spiritual organizations for young professionals in Chicago.
Catholic Charities Young Associate Board
Jewish United Fund (JUF), multiple groups for young professionals
Try a Workout
Our second recommendation is to find a fitness club or gym to become a local at. Pick your favorite activity or sport, and check online for a club in your neighborhood!
Fencing
Join a Martial Arts Class
Join a Political Organization
Another commonality that helps people make connections is politics. By working on a cause that’s near and dear to you, you’ll be sure to find people with similar beliefs and values. We compiled a list of a few political organizations for young professionals in Chicago.
Chicago Young Republicans or Cook County Republican Party
Or Meetups like Chicago on the Right or Chicago Conservatives Meetup
Illinois Young Democrats and Cook County Young Democrats
Or Meetups like Chicago Democratic Socialists or South Side Chicago Drinking Liberally
Liberal and Conservative Common Ground Meetup
Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Small Business Advocacy Council
Heartland Alliance Associate Board
Join a Professional Organization
Another commonality that brings people together is their occupation. While we were not able to provide a complete list of every professional organization, we compiled a few of the most popular below :).
Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section
Chicago Young Professional Illinois CPA Society
Young Non Profit Workers Executive Board -
Young Real Estate Professionals
Learn a New Skill
Another great way to develop new relationships is by taking a class or learning a new skill.
Developing relationships with other students who are also serious about learning the same skill can give you an instant commonality to bond over. Below we compiled some of our staff’s top picks for fun new ways to grow your skill set and meet new people.
Dance Classes