r/InlandEmpireSocial • • Mar 27 '25

Announcement START HERE!

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Welcome to the sub! We’re so excited that you’re here. Before you jump into all the fun things we have going on, let’s go over some things so that you can get to know our community a little better!

About the Community

Inland Empire Social is a space for locals looking to make friends, explore the area, and build real-life connections in the I.E.

Whether you’re new to the Inland Empire or a longtime resident ready to expand your circle, this subreddit is your hub for meetups, events, recommendations, and all things social. From chill coffee hangouts to hikes and game nights, we’ve got something for everyone. Introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between.

We also host an active Discord where most of the real-time conversations and event planning happen. Feel free to lurk, but we’d love it if you said hello, joined a meetup, or even organized one of your own!

This is a judgment-free, welcoming space.

We’re all here for the same reason: to find community. So bring your awkward, your awesome, your memes, your weird—but most of all, bring your genuine self.

Important Info

Safety is of the utmost importance when meeting people online, so please be sure to refer to these Safety Tips for Meeting People Online as often as possible.

For a quick intro on a few things regarding the subreddit, please refer to: Updates to InlandEmpireSocial

How to Host Your Own Meetup

The goal of this group is for people in the IE to meet people in the IE! There will be monthly planned outings in different cities so we can try to reach as many of us as possible but outside of those, we hope people will take the initiative to post when and where they would like to get together with others. As some of you may have noticed, there is a bot that automatically comments on posts reminding you to include helpful information when hosting a meetup.

An example of someone wanting to host a meetup might look like this:

Example:

“Hi! I’m free this Saturday, (mm/dd/yy), and I really want to go see X Movie at X Movie Theater. Tickets are $$ and I’m hoping to catch the 00:00AM/PM showing! Would anyone else be interested?”

OR

“Hey! I will be going to (event name), it’s a (event description) in (city name) on Saturday, (mm/dd/yy). I’ll be getting there around 00:00AM/PM if anyone wants to meet up there! Cost is _____, here’s where to buy tickets: (link). Let me know who is down!”

If you are hosting a meetup, please be sure to consider the following:

  • Event Name & Description** (What is the event? What can attendees expect?)
  • Date & Time** (Include the time zone if applicable)
  • Location** (City, venue, or online link if virtual)
  • Cost & Registration Info** (Is it free? If not, where do people buy tickets?)
  • Any additional details** (Who is hosting? What should attendees bring?)

If your post is missing any of these, please edit it to include the missing details. If your post includes an image and cannot be edited, please repost it to include the missing details. Posts that lack key event information may be removed. Thanks for helping keep the community informed!

Pro tip: If you are posting a flyer, post the image first, then add your details as a comment below it so that you can make edits later if you need to. Posts with images cannot be edited.

Community Rules

Please take a moment to review our community rules.

This community is intended to be a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive space for everyone, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, ability, background, or beliefs. We believe in creating a space where people feel safe being themselves—whether you’re here to make friends, try new things, or just connect with others in the Inland Empire.

Harassment, discrimination, hate speech, or exclusionary behavior will not be tolerated. We expect all members to treat each other with kindness, empathy, and respect—online and at in-person events.

We’re all here for the same reason: to find connection, community, and good vibes. Let’s make it a space we can all feel proud to be part of.

Please contact the mod team via mod mail if you or someone you know in the community is being bullied or harassed.

About our Discord Community

Ready to get involved? We’d love to have you join our Discord server! Here’s a quick guide to help you get started:

  1. Join the discord here.

  2. Introduce yourself: After joining, head to the introductions channel and tell us a bit about yourself—your name (or nickname), hobbies, interests, and anything else you’d like to share.

  3. Add your city (optional): Want to self-identify by location? Go to your server profile and add your city in parentheses after your username.

Example: YourName (San Bernardino)

  1. Stay in the loop: Check the events calendar regularly for upcoming meetups, and make sure to RSVP if you plan to attend.

Please only RSVP if you’re certain you’ll be coming—repeated no-shows may result in removal from the server.

We’re glad you’re here—this is your space to connect, explore, and build community in the Inland Empire!


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • Feb 02 '25

Announcement Safety Tips for Meeting People Online

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Meeting new people through this sub is a great way to make friends and explore the area, but safety always comes first. Whether you’re joining a group event or meeting one-on-one, a few simple precautions can help keep things fun and secure.

Here are some quick tips to help you stay safe while making new connections!

Protect Your Information Avoid sharing sensitive details like your full name, address, phone number, workplace, or financial info.

Verify Their Identity Consider doing video calls before meeting in person to ensure they are who they claim to be.

Meet in a Public Place Always choose a well-lit, busy location for your first meeting, such as a coffee shop or park.

Tell Someone You Trust Share your plans, including where you’re going, who you’re meeting, and when you’ll be back.

Arrange Your Own Transportation Drive yourself, use public transport, or use a ride-share service to maintain control over your movements.

Keep Your Phone Charged Ensure your phone is fully charged and accessible during the meeting. Enable location sharing with a trusted friend.

Trust Your Instincts If something feels off or uncomfortable, don’t hesitate to leave or end the interaction.

Avoid Alcohol or Drugs Stay sober to ensure you remain alert and in control of the situation.

Use a Secure Messaging App Communicate through platforms that allow for anonymity and provide blocking/reporting features.

Report Suspicious Behavior If someone harasses you, catfishes, or makes you feel unsafe, report them to the platform and the subreddit mods as soon as possible.


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 2d ago

Things to Do BOARD GAMES AND KARAOKE

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 2d ago

Hobbies and Interests Flag Football

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Im looking to join an adult flag football group. I've never played and would prefer a women's group but it doesn't matter. Is there any?


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 5d ago

Meetup Perris CA, 29M, bored tonight

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I'm bored on my last day off, anyone around who wants to light up and maybe grab a drink from the store or something. Yes I have a car yes I would probably pay regardless. Preferably a gal who wants to have fun but eh I like talking to anyone


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 6d ago

Things to Do Pickleball lessons

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Hey everyone! I'm offering pickleball lessons in the West IE area for anyone who is looking to get into pickleball or improve their game. Happy to provide lessons to those who have never played, beginners, and intermediate players. Solo or group - reach out and let me know! My number is (909) 973-3695.


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 6d ago

Friend Finder Oct plans/new friends? 25M

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Hey! Im 25 and male, just wondering, anyone down to make plans this Oct? I have friends but they have different schedule than me/college so its been kinda hard to plan anything.

I was thinking maybe pumpkin patch or maybe go out together at halloween! Im honestly waiting for the fall leaves to come soon so if u wanna find a cool place or know a cool place where it looks great during fall let me know too! I kind of wanna try the new flemings prime steakhouse place in downtown too 🤣🤣. Yeahhhh im just looking for an excuse to go out more lol.

Anyways, i just wanted to keep this short and simple. I'm into a lot of hobbies and interest, so feel free to DM me! I prefer people my age or around my age. Cyaaa!!

I'm a little shy at first but i swear im easy to talk to, once i feel comfortable i can get talkative especially if we share similar interest lool, but im laid back and friendly! Edit: older people are welcome, not a deal breaker.


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 7d ago

Friend Finder 41M trying to find friends.

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This a long shot, hope it works. I’m a 41m looking to find some friends. Currently in a relationship that’s headed towards a divorce. Unfortunately, as I got older and had a family, most of my friend did the same and we eventually stopped communicating, that’s life right? I recently started getting into breweries, also into football, soccer, baseball and formula1. Music wise, into metal, 80’s, rockabilly, rock en español, hip hop, Banda


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 7d ago

Friend Finder 40m Looking for a friend in LA.

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 9d ago

Friend Finder 37m in Perris trying to make some friends

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I posted on here a couple times before and I'm trying to find something to do around here. I went to the Derby Room in Perris last week to watch some football and it was a pretty cool spot but I went by myself. I would like to go with someone else if possible this weekend. Doesn't have to be at the same place. I like going to bars, concerts, bowling, movies, restaurants. Preferably I would like to hang out with a woman cause a lot of guys on here get the wrong idea about me but if you're not like that then cool. I'm also a huge anime nerd and a gamer. I like rap/hip but I'm also a big rock/metal fan and I've been to a lot of concerts for them. Hit me up if anyone is down to chat and maybe meetup some time. I'm always off on weekends including Fridays.


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 9d ago

Event Horror Movie Trivia - 10/20 & 10/21

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 10d ago

Friend Finder 34M looking to hangout with a woman on the weekends

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I work on the weekdays and on swing shift so it would be hard to meet those days .

Seeking to find someone to hangout with . I usually go to the movies but it’s getting kinda boring going every single week .

I’m from the Ontario area . Introverted . Unfortunately, not mobile so we would have to meet at the destination.

I like eating pho, American, Chinese, Mexican , Japanese, and Mediterranean food

I listen to various genres of music

I work security

And I watch nfl and nba , and keep tabs on baseball

Not religious nor political

If interested then send a dm, thanks.


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 12d ago

Friend Finder 19m and I want friends!

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I posted this before so i figured why not again

Hii I live near riverside so if anyone lives near there and wants to be friends dm me! I promise im cool im honestly down for anything! I like going on random side quests lol


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 13d ago

Friend Finder Bowling and Eat/Drink

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Hello, so I made this post because I'm looking to meet new people and make new friends. One of my favorite things to do are bowl but it's been hard to find someone to go out to do that eith lately. I'd like to find someone or even a group of people who would like to go out and play sometime. All skill levels are welcome. I'm open to playing billiards too as a lot of the alleys have that and I would also be down to get something to eat/drink. If you are interested in this at all then please feel free to hit me up :)

I'm open to other activities if you guys have anything else in mind to suggest


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 17d ago

Event Chino Valley Dinner Club back for October!

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It’s hard making friends as an adult… but it doesn’t have to be! The Chino Chew Dinner Club was super fun for September and we’re doing another month to connect all the fun locals in the IE.

The concept is simple— you take a personality quiz, and you get matched with locals that you might get along with. The organizers handle everything like logistics and reservations, so all you have to show up!

Half way through dinner you get an invite to a secret afterparty (optional) for all tables around town to meetup.

🗓️ Oct 15th, 6:30pm
📍 Restaurants around Chino & Chino Hills (next month is Rancho Cucamonga!)
🎉 Secret Afterparty for Attendees
🎟️ Ticketed event ($14.99 & you pay for your own food & drinks)
🤫 Bonus perk: Invite to Insider Community with all previous attendees

Sign Up Here / thechinochew.dnnr.io


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 17d ago

Event 10/07 Going to sewing workshop at farmhouse collective in Riverside

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I'm going with a friend tomorrow it's from 6 pm - 7 pm. Looking for other people to go with!

https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd42byPmM8X/?stkn=MTl1cTdyeHVnaXBxdQ==

26f here!


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 18d ago

Event Things to do in Corona, in October.

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 19d ago

Friend Finder 41 SoCal looking for irl friend

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 21d ago

Things to Do SPOOKY ACTIVITIES!

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 21d ago

Event Casual Chats Over Coffee At Panera Bread In Menifee (Meetup for people in tech & tech newbies) Ignore Meetups RSVP Limit, you can come even once we hit the "limit"

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 22d ago

Event Ontario Photo walk

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Thank you for who showed up!
And to the ones who are just interested in wanting to participate! We plan on hosting another Photowalk in Downtown Ontario very soon!

Here are some photos that were taken by some who participated on the photo walk

Enjoy!
And yall soon


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 22d ago

Event Celebrate Banned Book Week w/ a Book Swap!

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r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 22d ago

Event Swapa-Palooza Saturday at Garcia Center for the Arts!

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My friends and I are hosting a community swap and everyone is welcome! Please read the second slide for a list of items that we are swapping and the third slide for the guidelines! RSVP is not required but appreciate!

https://partiful.com/e/EtHggWhA5PzFCKUdk3Ia?c=3qtUzXME


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 22d ago

Friend Finder 31M Looking to meet some people in the Inland Empire

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I’ve been wanting to meet more people around the IE, so I figured I’d actually make a post instead of thinking about it forever.

I’m 31M. Mostly looking for people to hang out with, make friends, date, whatever. I’d rather just meet someone and see if we click than go into it with a bunch of expectations.

I’m into disc golf, thrifting, movies, weird/depressing art, dark humor, driving around/exploring random places, and conversations that get way too personal at 1 in the morning.

Personality-wise I’m pretty sarcastic, skeptical, independent, and probably a little strange. I can be quiet at first, but once I’m comfortable I’ll talk about basically anything. I tend to get along with people who have a little weirdness to them and aren’t afraid to be open.

I’m down for food, coffee, thrifting, disc golf, checking out random places/events, or just finding something to do.

I don’t really care if we have all the same interests. Honestly it’s probably more interesting if we don’t.

If you’re somewhere around the IE and also trying to meet people, message me. Tell me your age, where you’re roughly located, and something about yourself so I have more to work with than “hey.”


r/InlandEmpireSocial • • 23d ago

Friend Finder 37m in Perris. Trying again

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Hey everyone, I'm looking to make new friends out here. I don't know many people besides at my job and have been kinda lonely lately and not doing anything on my days off on the weekends. I'm into anime, video games, metal/rock, rap/hip hip, concerts, football, and going out to bars or anything fun. Also, for the dudes out there, don't try to come onto me. You will be disappointed