Why We Started Seattle Socials—and Why It Matters

The inspiration for Seattle Socials was simple: We were tired of how hard it was to make meaningful connections in this city.

Apps felt superficial. Networking events felt stiff. And social scenes often catered to either the hyper-extroverted or the high-income. We wanted something different: events that were vibrant, inclusive, and easy to attend—even if you didn’t already know someone going.

Seattle Socials was born out of that frustration and built around one powerful belief: Community can be created intentionally. We design our events around connection—with conversation-friendly spaces, light icebreakers, and a warm welcome for everyone. From black-tie galas to laid-back mingles, we make it easy to show up as you are and walk away with something meaningful.