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EVENTS & PROGRAMMING

WE do the planning. You just show up.

Nothing beats hanging out in person.

We host 6-8 fun social events per month, all designed to help you build friendships and level up your social life. Events are members-only, which means you get exclusive access to both our vetted club members + our events. That consistency is what builds community, because you need shared experiences, plus frequency of interactions, to build meaningful relationships.

All IRL events are hosted in Los Angeles (for now). Expansion into other cities coming soon.

Not in Los Angeles? Join the next best thing — our virtual community — launching early 2026. Get on our email list to hear about pop-up experiences in your city!

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Most events are for members only but you're invited to our featured events below

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Most events are for members only but you're invited to our featured events below 〰️

FEATURED EVENT

Join PARALLEL for a Social Wellness Walk around the Silver Lake Reservoir; a low-pressure, casual gathering designed to help you connect one-on-one while getting your steps in. You’ll walk in intentionally matched pairs, switching partners every 15 minutes so you can meet several members along the way. Expect natural conversation, a relaxed pace, and a simple way to strengthen your social wellness—set against one of LA’s most iconic outdoor loops. Come as you are, coffee in hand, comfy shoes encouraged.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF PAST EVENTS

  • A promotional poster for a group hike to Switzer Falls in Angeles National Forest, east of Pasadena, scheduled for Sunday, October 20. The poster features an image of people hiking near a waterfall in a mountainous area.
  • Collage of images with baked bagels, a puppy licking a bagel, a sandwich with melted cheese, a person holding a container of ice cream, and a bagel with cucumber slices and pink pickled onions, centered with event details for 'Barks & Bagels' on Sunday, Nov 3.
  • Poster advertising an art exhibition and reception featuring Mike Han, scheduled for Saturday, November 16. The poster includes an image of a black and pink sports car and a photo of Mike Han smiling with his arms crossed, standing in front of an abstract black-and-white background.
  • People enjoying Korean BBQ dinner and karaoke night at a Korean restaurant on Saturday, December 7 in Koreatown.
  • Invitation to a holiday party with a large group of people, Christmas tree, and festive decorations.
  • Poster promoting Goals & Golden Hour Picnic at Palisades Park on Saturday, January 4, at Santa Monica Beach, encouraging reconnecting, sharing holiday stories, and reflecting on goals for 2025, with a background of palm trees and a seaside view.
  • Poster advertising dinner and entertainment at the Magic Castle, a famous castle-like building in Hollywood, scheduled for Thursday, January 30.
  • An invitation to join the Find Your Five Dinner Series in downtown Los Angeles on Wednesday, February 5, featuring a top-rated restaurant with a dish shown on a white plate. The background is blue with yellow and white text, and a connect to a restaurant review from Michelin Guide.
  • Poster for a matcha workshop event at Bonsai Coffee Bar in West LA on Saturday, February 8 from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, featuring an image of matcha cups and text describing the event.
  • Event poster for a book talk featuring author Dr. Jay Zigmont about his book "The Childfree Guide to Life and Money." The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 22, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Zibby's Bookshop in Santa Monica.
  • Flyer announcing the Parallel Launch Party event at West LA on Saturday, March 1, from 8 pm to 10:30 pm, with capacity limits and RSVP closure details at the top.
  • A promotional poster for 'The Art of the Pour,' an exclusive Tuscan wine school event at The Cellar in Beverly Hills, scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, from 6 pm to 8 pm. The poster features a wine decanter pouring wine into a glass, with event details and branding.
  • Poster advertising 'Weekend in Big Bear' from March 7-9 with silhouettes of skiers and a ski lift over snowy mountains at sunset.
  • Flyer for a pickleball social event in Santa Monica on Sunday, April 6, featuring beginner and experienced courts.
Group of people celebrating with glasses of wine around a table in a cozy, rustic setting, with candles and a fireplace in the background.

FIND YOUR FIVE DINNER SERIES

An intimate, curated experience where 5–6 guests gather at LA’s best restaurants for a connection experience guided by a “conversation menu” that goes beyond small talk—this is where the connection magic really happens.

Inspired by Jim Rohn’s idea that “you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with,” this special series is designed to help you intentionally expand your social circle, one meaningful conversation at a time.

Promotional graphic for a comedy show titled "Stand Up Comedy: The Missed Connection, Tabling Kids Show," featuring a vintage microphone on a black marble background with pink and white text, produced by Parallel.

PARALLEL’s SIGNATURE stand-up comedy SHOW

As one of our signature events, PARALLEL hosts a private comedy show featuring top LA comics, diving into the ups, downs, and humor, of life without “the one” or kids. Whether you're single, coupled, kid-free, or figuring it out—come laugh, connect, and vibe with familiar faces (not randoms). Each show kicks off with a social hour to mix and mingle.

While most events are members-only, this show is always open to friends and guests. Get on our email list to be notified of future shows.

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Social experiences & PROGRAMMING

Level up your social life with new experiences, stay active and keep growing + learning. From hikes, pickleball and stand-up paddle boarding, to beach parties, poker workshops and yoga/wellness experiences, PARALLEL keeps your calendar full of fun, meaningful experiences.

Want to host a book club or find a buddy for a Dodger game? Our member app makes member-initiated, member-led events easy.

We also go beyond social — offering programming with guest speakers: expert talks and fireside chats on topics that matter to your kid-free, mid-life journey.

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