Our community is open to anyone 21 and up! While our average participant age is 30, we welcome adults of all ages who want to have fun and make new friends.

Absolutely! Most attendees come solo and find it a great way to meet new people. Don’t feel pressured to know anyone beforehand; most people are there to make new connections. If you're feeling anxious, find one of our team members in the tie dye lanyards - they’re there to help you have fun and make friends!

Yes! Please ensure that you buy a ticket for your guest when signing up.

Look for Trying to Adult RVA signs or flags at check-in. Event team members will also be wearing tie-dye name tag lanyards.  You can also ask venue staff, and they will help point you in the right direction.

Because New Friends. New Experiences. More Fun. isn't just something we say, it's what you're actually paying for. Every New Friend Social is thoughtfully designed from start to finish to help you walk away with real connections, not just another night out. That kind of experience takes real investment

We keep our community informed across multiple platforms:●       Instagram: Follow us for event highlights and upcoming events.●       Facebook: Online discussions and event highlights can be found on both our community group and page.●       Meetup: See upcoming events and get in touch with fellow participants.Our Website: For all the details you need, including event registration.

Parking availability varies by event. We always do our best to provide parking info in advance, so check the event description for details before heading out!

Once an event is sold out, no additional tickets will be available for immediate purchase. Keep an eye on our social media and event pages for spot openings or additional availability. Remember, you must have a ticket from our website to attend.

All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Tickets also cannot be transferred or resold. If an event is canceled by Trying to Adult RVA, registered attendees will be refunded.

Yes, and honestly, a lot of our regulars started out just as nervous. Our whole event is designed to take the pressure off, from conversation starters built right into your name tag to a team who are there to help you ease in. You don't have to be outgoing to have a great night, you just have to show up.

Totally normal, and you're not the only one feeling that way in the room. Come a little early if that helps you settle in, find a team member if you want a friendly face to start with, and remember that most people around you are also hoping to make a new friend. You don't have to do it all at once.

That happens sometimes, and it's okay. Our events are built around lots of small, low-pressure moments to connect, not just one big conversation, so there are multiple chances throughout the night to find your people. And your Next Hang Kit means the connection doesn't have to happen all in one evening.

Trying to Adult RVA was established in October 2021 by Sam to create a fun, community-driven way for people to meet and enjoy new experiences together. What started as a small idea grew into a vibrant community with hundreds of events and thousands of new friendships! To learn more about us, check out our About Page

Yes! We recruit for leadership positions a couple times a year. If you’re interested in getting more involved, keep an eye on our announcements on social media. We’d love to have passionate members contribute to the future of Trying to Adult RVA!

Yes! If you’re interested in partnering with Trying to Adult RVA for an event or collaboration, visit our Partner with Us page for more information on how we can work together!

Instead of just putting your logo on a banner, we build your brand into an actual moment of the event, something attendees experience and remember, not just see. We'll work with you to figure out what fits your goals and budget.

Yes! A lot of our partners show up through our Next Hang Kits, giving attendees a reason to keep the fun going after the event with a coffee, class, activity, or other local offer.

We love working with local creatives. Reach out through our Partner with Us page or send us a DM on Instagram with a bit about what you do.