Bitcoin meetups happen in almost every city. Here's how to find yours and why they matter:
Where to Look
- Nostr — search #meetup or ask your local Bitcoiners
- Meetup.com — search "Bitcoin [your city]"
- Telegram — Bitcoin [city] groups exist everywhere
- Signal — encrypted local groups
What Meetups Look Like
- Small (5-20 people): Coffee shop, casual conversation
- Medium (20-50): Restaurant or rented space, maybe a presentation
- Large (50+): Conference-style with speakers
Types of Meetups
- Beginner friendly: "Orange Pill" intro sessions
- Technical: Node running workshops, Lightning channel parties
- Social: Bitcoin pub nights, pizza for sats gatherings
What to Expect
- Open to everyone
- Usually free (maybe buy a round)
- Full of people happy to answer questions
- Great for networking
Organizing Your Own If none exist near you:
- Pick a venue (coffee shop works)
- Set a recurring time (first Tuesday?)
- Post everywhere
- Bring stickers
Someone has to be first. Why not you?
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