Sunset for Outdoor Lovers at Lake Merritt

RSVP via:
https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/FFG4S2pOYMUXRi2yy6WZ
Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later

Note: This event will be hostless, so please help each other out in the chat!

You know that feeling when you finish a great walk, the weather is perfect, and all you want is to grab a bite with good company? That’s exactly what tonight is about.

We’re bringing together East Bay locals who love being outside for a sunset evening that actually goes somewhere. Instead of swapping trail recommendations and never speaking again, you’ll spend the first hour in relaxed, one-on-one conversations. No awkward mingling, no wondering how to break the ice—just easy chats with people who share your energy.

Then comes the best part. After the rounds, you’ll reconnect with your favorite people, form a group of 4-6, and take a golden-hour stroll around the lake straight to Grand Avenue for dinner.

No "let’s grab coffee sometime" texts. No scheduling headaches. Just a great meal with a new crew, right then and there. Maybe they become your new weekend hiking squad, or maybe it’s just a really good Thursday night. Either way, you're not doing it alone.

Agenda

6:20 PM - Check-In
Meet us at Empowerment Park. Follow the link to complete a quick profile setup on your phone.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - One-on-One Rounds
Our app pairs you up for focused, time-boxed conversations. Find out who shares your favorite routes, weekend plans, and active lifestyle.

7:30 PM+ - The Lake Walk & Grand Ave Dinner
Group up with the people you vibed with most. You'll walk the lake perimeter together and head to a nearby restaurant on Grand Avenue for dinner. Your group leaves together—tonight.

(Want to stay in touch with someone later? The app lets you connect without ever sharing your phone number.)

Where to eat? Here are a few local favorites:

• The Star on Grand - Acclaimed cornmeal-crust deep dish pizza in a warm, brick-walled space.
• Sister - Naturally