I couldn't find any beer pong tournaments, leagues, or nights in chicago. Doesn't make any sense there should be one right? Well instead of looking lets just make one!

The Chicago Beer Runners "Taking cool down to a new level" Looking for fun, social runners interested in meeting other fellow runners in a relaxed, noncompetitive environment? Join us for biweekly runs around Lakeview, followed by a cold beverage or three. All abilities from beginner to experienced welcome. We don't break into pace groups, but with people who average anywhere between 7 and 14 minute miles, you'll usually find someone to run with. We meet year-round and have a lot of fun whet …

Do you like meeting new people? Blowing off steam after a hard days work with a few beers? Playing a fun and competitive game? Then The Chicago Skeeball League is just for you! The SKEE League is the first and largest adult SKEEBALL league in Chicago! With more than 300 active league members and past participants, The SKEE League has everything you could ever want in a sport and social league! We keep your stats online and provide entertainment. You can play to become a champion or just socializ …

Looking to get people together for affordable activities. Either free or low-cost. Outdoor activities, wine/beer tastings, trying new restaurants, etc. I have been looking to do all these new things and would love people who share my enthusiasm!

Are you looking to expand your circle of friends and enjoy the great places to catch a drink or a bite in the Oak Park/River Forest/Forest Park area, then this is the group for you! We especially cater to singles looking but couples and groups welcome! Fun and great conversation is the goal! We will rotate our Meetups at various local restaurants and bars, and suggestions are welcome! Come out and have some fun!

The official meetup for the Chicago Foosball Community. There are several quality tables hidden around the city, we get together and play foosball, and drink good beer! By the way, check out the perks. Newcomers get 1 free beer on me.

Are you a Cubs fan in search of other Cub fans to have a beer (or five) and talk baseball with? Are you a baseball fan that simply appreciates the one-of-a-kind ballpark atmosphere that Wrigley Field provides? Do you just want to find some new people to hang out at Wrigley Field with? Did you say 'yes' to any of those, or all three? Great, join the group and look forward to some good times this spring and summer (and maybe fall??). Hey, we're Cub fans, what are we without a little blind hope! My …

Being bored means you're boring.... get out of the house and Mingle! We host hot singles parties, fun social events and free singles mixers every month in Chicago and the suburbs. Over 8,000 members for you to mingle with on facebook, the official website and here on meetup. Our events are both tame and insane...we leave the decision up to you what ones to RSVP for. The events are held in both Chicago and the suburbs, so don't be shy to join if you live in Joliet, Niles, Skokie or Oak Park. …

Thanks The Day of Games (www.thedayofgames.com) for sponsoring the group! Bocce, Horseshoes, Bags, Beer Pong, and more! The awesome group........Targeting, but not limited to, those who are new in town and mainly in their 20's or 30's, here is a group designed for getting together to enjoy events/shows in the Chicago area. Events include sporting, concerts, happy hour, and whatever else that attracts interest. Meet at bars, parks, baseball/basketball games, rec-leagues, or anywhere that sounds …

Chicago Knitters Unite is a well-rounded group of friendly people who just want to knit and crochet over good food, wine and beer, and in good company. We are made up of all ages and skill-levels, and would love to see some new faces! Hope to see you at our next meetup! Until then, check us out on Ravelry, Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr. Happy knitting!

Meet other singles near you! Or maybe just some new friends! Hang out, make new friends and keep up with those you've already met.  Not so single, but want a great group of friends to share activities with?  Feel free to join as well.  Although we do have events in Chicago, the near west burbs are our base, and most meet-ups will there. This means Berwyn, Westchester, Brookfield, La Grange, La Grange Park, Forest Park, Oak Park, Elmwood Park, Melrose Park... Man, that's a lot of parks!

We're a bunch of hackers, pirates, ninjas, thinkers, tinkerers, inventors, engineers, explorers, and makers. We're known for our thought-provoking beer and delicious content. We love security. Come at your risk.

This is a Chicago-Suburban meet-up group designed for people who enjoy the cinema, fine cuisine and more.  Most evening events will consist of a movie, dinner, or a combination of both. Others may include a matinee followed by a film discussion afterwards at a local cafe. From time to time there will also be a foreign film, Indie or Classic movie scheduled, or even live theater. We will have dining venues which will include diverse cuisines from around the world or around the block. In addition, …

From New England? From Chicago? From anywhere in between? Is your favorite player of all time Ted Williams? Carl Yastrzemski? Mo Vaughn? No matter what your background is, all are welcome! Come on out, grab a beer, and catch the game with us. Go Sox!

Our mission is to take gluten out of the equation of leading a normal life. We make it easy to meet with others while enjoying a gluten free beverage to wash down your worry free meal. We bring gluten free people together at restaurants that truly want to provide good gluten free food with a worry free experience. Our restaurants have a gluten free menu, a trained and caring staff, and an open ear. Our attendees are people that require gluten free meals or those whom know others that do. The res …

Running for Brews Chicago - Cheaper Than Therapy A social running club that loves drinking craft brews! Who ever said that you can't mix fun (running) with pleasure (good beer)...no one! Running For Brews is for all of those who enjoy getting out and breaking a sweat amongst the company of other fellow runners and then topping it off with an awesome craft brew and some great conversation. We meet up at Emporium Arcade Bar and then proceed to run a beautiful 5k route in and around the Wicke …

Who We Are We're poly, kinky, queer, and on the weekends we're flying down the highway on two wheels.  We're tearing down the foundations of the heteronormative patriarchy brick by brick.  With a firm hand on the throttle, we're letting our engines roar and our freak flags fly free.  Well, okay, maybe we let our freak flags fly discretely.  We keep ourselves surrounded by supportive people, and we support the people around us, riders and non-riders alike. Why We're Here The purpose of this grou …

BroClub was created to solve a common problem we experience in our late 20's.  You may be new in town or your buddies may have relocated, married, or vanished off the face of the earth.  Guys tend to stick together much closer than women who rotate friends every six months, so this is your opportunity to form some good buddies in Chicago. The goal is to form a core group of like-minded bro's that are looking to build new friendships in Chicago.   We aim to do at least one event per week.  This g …

Cocktail Couture is a lifestyle blog created for the diverse society of alcohol enthusiast. Developed to help sprits enthusiasts navigate the art and cultures of the world of alcohol, Cocktail Couture builds a community to share the diverse social traditions of wine, beer and spirits. Cocktail Couture presents lifestyle beyond the glass exploring and celebrating culture, style, sophistication and all the people that simply enjoy a good drink.

This is a group for all Detroit Red Wings fans that have somehow been transplanted in Chicago, or just love the Wings. I would like organize watching some of the games at local bars or even catching a game in person when the Wings are in town. I cannot thin of anything better than catching a game and drinking a few beers. I was shocked when a search on Meetup did not yield any results, but I am sure there are a ton of Red Wings fans here in Chicago. Please suggest any ideas that you may have to …

Curious about Christ? Feel weird about going to church? Join Michael and Matthew for a pint and discussion about Jesus and why the bible is relevant for all of us. All are welcome regardless of religious background, sexuality, gender, or race. Tuesdays at 6:30 at Moody's Pub in Edgewater. Starting June 4th.

Chicago's Ember.js group is committed to creating a robust community built around the philosophy of building beautifully crafted web applications with the help of ember.js.  Meetups should be fun and engaging to promote a wealth of knowledge among your peers, we will always keep this as a core concept.  Naturally we will also never let the coolers run low on beer.

This group is designed for Germans, people of German descendant and people from all around the world who are interested in German culture. Our meet ups are about an up to date Germany which is way more than oomptata music, beer and brats. It is about theater, literature, music and a modern and ever changing culture. Join the fun - wir beißen nicht :)

This group is for everyone that wants to find the interesting little neighborhood bars all around the city. Some of these more casual places have great jukeboxes, boardgames, and a different variety of drinks that are not had any place else. What better way to explore and find them than with a collective of searchers all over the city to share ideas for places and a common goal - good company and drinks.

With the desire to provide more unique, personal rec league experiences that focus on meeting new people as much as the sports themselves, S3 Leagues were first created in Summer '09 and have now seen thousands of players. While of course winning is always ohhh so sweet, we definitely have as much fun at our post-game bars as at the games themselves. We're more about simply having a good time than practicing to go pro. So if you're looking for a unique social league, where it's ridiculously ea …

Hey everyone! Let's get together and bowl! We can bowl a few games and then we'll head out to a nearby bar for happy hour after! It's a great way to make awesome new friends in a low key and relaxed environment, especially if you're new to the area!

The World Dodgeball Society (WDS), the premier co-ed sports and social organization based on nostalgia and camp of the 80s, has come to Chicago. We play at the Wicker Park Field House, right off of the Damen Blue Line stop in the heart of Wicker Park. No experience is necessary and leagues are played with soft no-sting balls, making it a fun, and bruise-free, adult sport for all skill levels - anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to drop by.  Teams and individuals are encouraged to sign up in …

Enjoy late night runs? Like socializing at pubs? Why not combine the two! It's a pub run... literally.