Upcoming Events

New Zealand Seminar: AI Sovereignty: What Is It, and Can/Should New Zealand Try To Have It?

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:04:18 GMT

As AI grows more powerful — and more concentrated in the hands of a few — questions of control and independence are taking center stage. This seminar explores the concept of AI sovereignty, and whether countries like New Zealand can (or should) pursue it.

SPY GAMES 2026

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:25:42 GMT

Join us for an escape room style, city-wide scavenger hunt. Your team of spies competes against other teams to be the first to complete the mission. You need to solve clues, determine who is a contact or who is just a regular citizen out for a walk with their dog ... the stakes are high and time is short. Can you complete the mission and save the day?

Toronto Mensa INQUIRING MINDS: Operation Fish, 1940: How to Finance a War While Under Threat of Invasion

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:37:15 GMT

When Nazi invasion loomed in 1940, Britain executed an audacious plan: secretly move $200 billion in gold and securities across a U-boat-infested Atlantic to Canada. Operation Fish became history's largest treasure transfer and the economic gamble that saved the war effort. Dr. Paul Doerr reveals how it happened.

Level Up! Meeting People Where They Are: Reframing as a Tool for Effective Leadership

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:34:29 GMT

What if leadership is less about changing the job and more about changing how it’s seen? Discover cognitive reframing as a powerful, research-backed way to help people find meaning — and thrive.

Hawaii Gathering at Sea

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 01:16:51 GMT

Set sail for an island-sized celebration! In honor of 60 brilliant years of Mensa Hawaii, the Aloha Lei Hawaii SIG invites you to the Hawaii Gathering at Sea — a not-your-average RG adventure aboard the Celebrity Edge. We’ll cruise from sunny Honolulu on May 7, 2026, arriving in vibrant Vancouver on May 15, with plenty of aloha spirit along the way.

Davidson Young Scholars Application Q&A

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:40:00 GMT

Navigating profound giftedness or twice-exceptionality can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join us for an insightful webinar and Q&A session to learn about the Davidson Institute’s Young Scholar Program. Get guidance on testing, support, and walk away with clear answers on how to build a strong application.

OMG! Outdoor Mensa Gathering

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:01:43 GMT

Join Central Indiana Mensa for their annual camping getaway at scenic Versailles State Park, Indiana’s second-largest state park. Stay in a group camp with cozy cabins (just bring your sleeping bag), enjoy a shared lodge with a commercial kitchen, and take in the breathtaking scenery — all just 90 minutes from Indianapolis and an hour from Cincinnati.

Irish Mensa Lecture & Discussion: The Later Years: Organisation, Independence and Peace of Mind

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 23:34:25 GMT

Each month we watch a pre-recorded lecture from Gresham College and follow up with a discussion inspired by what we just learned. This month's topic is "The Later Years: Organisation, Independence and Peace of Mind."

Non-fiction Book Discussion - Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:19:29 GMT

Join us for a lively chat on Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia. We’ll compare notes on what resonated, what raised eyebrows, and how we each tackled the read — because a good book gets even better when you talk it through.

M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:07:08 GMT

Have a business — or thinking about starting one? Join M-Entrepreneurship on Zoom every third Thursday for a smart mix of networking and guest speakers designed to spark ideas and grow your venture.

SynRG 2026 - Back To The Future

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:07:27 GMT

Great Scott! Join Gulf Coast Mensa May 22–25, 2026, for a Houston-area Memorial Day weekend of speakers, activities, food, drinks, and 1.21 gigawatts of fun. One weekend. Infinite timelines.

Theodore Talk: National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 21:55:41 GMT

Saddle up for a lively look at cowgirl history and culture with Bethany Dodson of the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame. Enjoy a virtual tour, unforgettable stories of trailblazing women, and a preview of the museum’s major expansion opening in 2026.

New Zealand Seminar: Flood Risk and the Implications for New Zealand's Infrastructure

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:16:05 GMT

What will it take to future-proof a nation’s infrastructure? This talk explores New Zealand’s long-term plan, with a focus on flood risk, natural hazards, and the growing impact of climate change on communities and critical systems.

Toronto Mensa INQUIRING MINDS: Beyond Disease: Building a Healthier Brain Across the Lifespan

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 19:00:29 GMT

What if protecting your memory starts long before symptoms appear? Neurologist Dr. Alejandra Guerrero explores how everyday choices can strengthen brain health and help preserve memory, independence, and identity as we age.

Fun and Games

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:14:32 GMT

Roll into Region 5’s new gaming-only Regional Gathering, a family-friendly weekend of board, card, and dice games, plus an intro RPG session, jigsaw puzzles, and a swap table for games ready for their next home. Open to current members, lapsed members, and the Mensa-curious, registration is $50 per person and includes Saturday lunch and dinner.

Non-fiction Book Discussion - Fixing Fairness by Lily Zheng

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:28:51 GMT

Join for a lively chat on Fixing Fairness by Lily Zheng. We’ll compare notes on what resonated, what raised eyebrows, and how we each tackled the read — because a good book gets even better when you talk it through.

New Zealand Seminar: Making History Accessible: Why Our Wonderful And Sometimes Wild History Is Too Good To Stay In A Textbook

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:52:00 GMT

Mark and Jeremy Smith share the story behind creating their map A History of Aotearoa New Zealand and take us on a brisk journey through key turning points in the country’s past. They also reflect on how they’re making history more accessible — both in classrooms and for anyone curious enough to explore it.

Theodore Talk: The NASA Psyche Mission: First Journey to a Metal World

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:25:45 GMT

What if we could visit a planet’s metal core? Join Lindy Elkins-Tanton, principal investigator of NASA’s Psyche mission, for a fascinating look at asteroid Psyche — a rare, metal-rich world that may reveal how rocky planets like Earth were built. She’ll share what we know, what we hope to discover, and how the mission is navigating its journey toward orbit in 2029.

Mensa Foundation Colloquium 2026

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:32:16 GMT

Registration now for Colloquium 2026: "Brain Health Across the Lifespan." Join the Mensa Foundation on June 30 at the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth for their flagship event, exploring how to protect and strengthen brain health from before birth through late life.

American Mensa Annual Gathering 2026

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:48:29 GMT

Set your coordinates for a Texas-sized celebration at Annual Gathering 2026, July 1–5! Fort Worth is bursting with history, music, food, art, and true Lone Star spirit — and we get to enjoy it all week. Reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and experience a time you'll never forget.

American Mensa Committee Meeting

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 19:44:44 GMT

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held at the 2026 Annual Gathering in Fort Worth, TX, on Thursday, July 2 (exact time TBD).

Non-fiction Book Discussion - Book Lust by Nancy Pearl

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:41:26 GMT

Join us for a lively chat on Book Lust by Nancy Pearl. We’ll compare notes on what resonated, what raised eyebrows, and how we each tackled the read — because a good book gets even better when you talk it through.

EMSC 2026 - European Mensa Science Camp

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:14:23 GMT

Registration is now open for European Mensa Science Camp 2026 (July 19–26 in Milow, Germany)! Designed for curious youth ages 12–19, this international camp blends science, technology, hands-on projects, and fun — bringing together Mensa friends from around the world for a week of learning, teamwork, and adventure.

Theodore Talk: Born Smart or Built Smart? The Truth About Intelligence and Effort

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:32:10 GMT

What matters more — natural ability or how you use it? In this talk, Alexander Puutio, Adjunct Professor at Columbia University and author of AI for MBAs, explores how intelligence is built through curiosity, resilience, and deliberate practice. He’ll challenge static views of IQ and offer practical insights on how individuals and organizations can make intelligence truly count.

PANDEMIC! Shark Week(end)

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:29:09 GMT

Welcome to Shark Week(end)! This year, we're plunging into a sea of discovery, curiosity, and camaraderie. Forget staying on the surface -- Metropolitan Washington Mensa's 2026 Regional Gathering invites you to explore the depths of knowledge, creativity, and laughter!

M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:22:58 GMT

FoRGe North 2026

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:22:40 GMT

Join North Dakota Mensa for FoRGe North 2026!

Theodore Talk: Wild Boar to Baconfest: Pigs in History and Culture

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:54:26 GMT

Pigs have shaped human diets and culture for over 12,000 years, from medieval Europe to modern barbecue. Food historian Cynthia Clampitt explores their culinary, cultural, and historical impact — from blood sausage to bacon — highlighting both their delights and challenges.

WPAM 2026 RG

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:06:54 GMT

Join us in Pittsburgh, PA for a lively weekend of ideas and play! Enjoy engaging speakers, discover new board games, compete in tournaments, and put your trivia skills to the test — all while connecting with fellow Mensans.

American Mensa Committee Meeting

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:00:16 GMT

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held at the National Office in Hurst, TX, on Saturday, Sept. 26, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

Theodore Talk: How to Communicate with Someone Who Disagrees with You

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:40:24 GMT

Disagreement doesn’t have to mean deadlock. In this engaging talk, Mensan Jenny Grant Rankin, PhD, reveals what’s really happening in the brain when people resist ideas — and how to communicate in ways that lower defenses and open minds. Blending research, storytelling, and practical strategies, she shows how to persuade even the most skeptical audiences and create more productive, respectful conversations.

Theodore Talk: Saving the World with Cheap, Generic Toys

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:47:19 GMT

Brian McCarty’s War Toys® project adds “humanitarian heroes” to classic toy soldiers, transforming play from conflict-focused to more thoughtful, peaceful scenarios — proving small design changes can shape generations.

SCUBA SIG Dives Cozumel

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:35:44 GMT

Join the SCUBA SIG for a Cozumel tradition more than 20 years in the making. Enjoy relaxed drift dives, vibrant marine life, and plenty of fun with fellow Mensans — while non-divers and non-Mensans are always welcome to come along for the adventure.

American Mensa Committee Meeting

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:09:31 GMT

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held (location TBD) on Saturday, Dec. 5, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

American Mensa Committee Meeting

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:15:33 GMT

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held (location TBD) on Saturday, March 20, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.