Edinburgh Mixer

Afrosocial is bringing its mixer series to The Alchemist George Street on Wednesday 28 October, from 18:30 to 21:30. It's a social for young professionals, and the Edinburgh stop is part of a wider run of mixers that Afrosocial holds in cities like London, Manchester, Melbourne and Sydney.

Afrosocial describes itself as a community and network of Black professionals, creatives, founders and culture-makers. The mixer is pitched as an alternative to awkward networking and forced small talk, with the evening built around conversation and intentional connection within the city's cultural scene. It's less about swapping business cards and more about actually talking to people.

The organisers frame this return as coming "with intention, confidence and cultural clarity," blending heritage and modernity — the elegance of Edinburgh with the global energy of Afrosocial. It's a premium, conversation-led night, so it's more of a social gathering than a formal industry event.

Tickets are £20, and the evening runs from 18:30 to 21:30 at The Alchemist George Street, 51 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2HT.