Skip the Small Talk Night

When

Mar. 12–Apr. 9, 2026

Days vary, 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Cost: Starting at $19.00

Where

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI)

1945 SE Water Ave Portland
OR, 97214
Various Locations

The following description was submitted by the event organizer.

Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night, where, for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?

Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.

Offering “big talk” conversational prompts to get you started, and there will be lots of structure to make sure you actually talk to people, and it’s not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, there will be plenty to choose from, like “When are you the happiest?” and “If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?” You’ll get ground rules to help you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still remaining in complete control of how much you divulge.

The March 12 and April 9 events at Migration Brewing are centered on people in their 30s, but welcome guests a year or two outside of that range who would feel comfortable being friends with people in the above age group. If you are outside this age range, don’t worry — there are many other events on the calendar, including all-ages events, that might be a better fit. Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+.

There will be food and drinks for sale.